Sargent 12-8773-J-ETJ-84-24V Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Electrified Trim 24V Fail Safe, ET Control, J Lever, 37-42 In Door, 84" Door Height, Less Dogging, No Cylinder, Grade 1

The Sargent 12-8773-J-ETJ-84-24V is a fire rated surface vertical rod exit device built for demanding commercial openings up to 42 inches wide and 84 inches tall. Designed with electrified fail safe operation, it unlocks the outside trim when power is removed, making it ideal for access control integration and emergency egress planning. The device pairs the durable 80 Series exit hardware with the ETJ (J-type) lever trim, delivering reliable panic performance and code-compliant fire protection. Running on 24V, it provides smooth electrified control for secured entrances while maintaining free egress at all times. This configuration suits schools, healthcare facilities, and other high-traffic environments requiring dependable life-safety hardware.

Features

• Fire rated surface vertical rod exit device for added life-safety protection on labeled openings.
• Fail safe electrified function unlocks the outside trim when power is removed for secure egress.
• Sized for doors 37" to 42" wide and 84" tall to fit tall commercial openings.
• ETJ (J-type) electrified lever trim provides controlled entry from the outside.
• Operates on 24V for compatibility with common access control systems.
• Heavy-duty construction designed for high-traffic commercial use.

Functional Details

No Cylinder. 73 Function: Electrified ET Trim - Fail Safe. Power off unlocks the lever; no cylinder is included.

The 8773 fail safe function controls the outside lever trim electrically. When power is applied, the outside lever is locked; when power is interrupted, the trim releases to allow entry, while the inside push bar always permits free egress.

• Fail Safe (unlocked when de-energized) outside trim operation.
• Key retracts latch bolt for mechanical override.
• Inside push rail always allows free egress.

Arm Type Details

This is a surface mounted vertical rod configuration, with top and bottom latching rods that secure the door at the header and threshold. The design provides two-point latching for added security and stability on wide fire rated doors.

Included Components

The device ships with the 8773 fire rated surface vertical rod exit chassis, ETJ electrified J-type lever trim, top and bottom latch assemblies, and mounting hardware for an 84" door.