Sargent 12-8773-G-ETJ-96-12V Electrified Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Fail Safe, For 43-48" Wd, 96" Ht Door

The Sargent 12-8773-G-ETJ-96-12V is a heavy-duty electrified surface vertical rod exit device engineered for demanding commercial and institutional openings. Fire rated and built for doors measuring 43–48" wide by 96" tall, this device combines dependable panic egress with electronic access control. Operating in a fail safe (12V) configuration, the ETJ trim unlocks during a power loss to allow entry from the outside, making it a smart choice for facilities with strict life-safety requirements. The included G lever design offers comfortable, ADA-friendly operation, while the robust construction ensures reliable performance in high-traffic environments year after year.

Features

• Electrified surface vertical rod exit device from Sargent's 80 Series line.
• Fire rated construction suitable for labeled door and frame assemblies.
• Fail safe operation at 12V DC, unlocking the outside trim when power is removed.
• Sized for doors from 43" to 48" wide and up to 96" tall.
• ETJ trim with the G lever design for smooth, ADA-compliant access.
• Surface-mounted top and bottom vertical rods for secure two-point latching.
• Durable build suited to high-use commercial, educational, and healthcare openings.

Functional Details

The fail safe electrified function allows the outside trim to remain locked while powered and automatically unlock when power is interrupted. This behavior supports controlled access during normal operation while releasing the opening during a power failure or fire alarm event. Free egress through the push bar is always maintained.

• Fail Safe: Outside trim is unlocked when power is removed.
• Free egress at all times from the inside via the push rail.
• 12V DC solenoid operation.

Arm Type Details

This device uses surface-mounted vertical rods that extend to the top and bottom of the door, engaging strikes at the header and threshold. The two-point latching arrangement provides solid security and consistent alignment for fire-rated openings.

Included Components

Includes the 12-8773 electrified vertical rod chassis, ETJ outside trim with G lever design, top and bottom surface vertical rods, and the associated mounting hardware for installation.