Sargent 12-8813-J-ETB Fire Rated Rim Exit Device, Classroom Function, ET Control, B Lever, 37"-42" Door Width, Less Dogging, Grade 1, Less Cylinder

The Sargent 12-8813-J-ETB is a Grade 1 fire rated rim exit device built for demanding commercial openings that require dependable egress and secure access control. Configured with the classroom (J) function, it allows the outside lever to be locked or unlocked by key while always permitting free exit from the inside, making it a practical choice for schools, offices, and institutional settings. This model fits doors measuring 37 to 42 inches wide and comes with the ETB trim featuring the B lever design. As a fire rated unit, it is supplied less dogging and less cylinder, giving installers flexibility to specify the matching cylinder.

Features

• Fire rated rim exit device suitable for labeled door assemblies.
• Classroom (J) function locks or unlocks the outside lever by key while maintaining free egress.
• Sized to fit door widths of 37 to 42 inches.
• ET control with the B lever trim for comfortable, code-compliant operation.
• Grade 1 construction built for high-traffic, heavy-use applications.
• Supplied less dogging as required for fire rated openings.
• Ships less cylinder, allowing cylinder selection to match existing keying.

Functional Details

The classroom function (J) lets authorized users control access from the exterior using a key, while the interior push bar always allows immediate exit. This arrangement supports lockdown and security needs without ever restricting egress.

• Outside lever is locked or unlocked by key.
• Free egress at all times from the inside.
• Latchbolt is retracted by lever when unlocked or by key.

Included Components

The device includes the 8800 series rim exit chassis, the ETB classroom trim with B lever, and standard mounting hardware. A compatible mortise cylinder must be ordered separately.