Sargent 12-8773-F-ETJ-96-12V Electrified Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Fail Safe, For 33-36" Wd, 96" Ht Door

The Sargent 12-8773-F-ETJ-96-12V is a fire rated surface vertical rod exit device engineered for demanding commercial openings where reliable egress and access control are essential. Designed for 33" to 36" wide doors up to 96" in height, this device integrates a 12V electric latch retraction that operates in a fail safe configuration, keeping the latch retracted during normal use and securing the opening on power loss. The ETJ trim provides keyed lever access on the exterior, making it ideal for schools, hospitals, and institutional buildings. Its durable surface-mounted design, UL fire rating, and smooth mechanical action deliver dependable performance in high-traffic environments.

Features

• Fire rated surface vertical rod exit device suitable for labeled door assemblies.
• Fail safe electric latch retraction for controlled access and secure fail state.
• Operates on 12V DC for compatibility with common access control systems.
• Sized for doors 33" to 36" wide and up to 96" in height.
• ETJ night latch lever trim provides keyed exterior access.
• Heavy-duty construction built for high-traffic commercial applications.

Functional Details

The fail safe electric latch retraction allows the latch to remain retracted while energized, permitting free passage and remote access control; upon loss of power the device returns to a locked, secure state while always allowing free egress from the inside.

• Fail Safe: Latches retract when power is applied and extend when power is removed.
• Free egress at all times by pushing the touchbar.
• Electric latch retraction provides remote dogging and access control.

Arm Type Details

This surface vertical rod design uses top and bottom latch bolts connected by concealed rods behind the surface mounting, securing the door at both header and threshold for added stability on tall fire rated openings.

Included Components

The device ships with the 8700 series surface vertical rod exit mechanism, ETJ keyed lever trim, top and bottom latch assemblies, and the 12V electric latch retraction module.