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

The Sargent 12-8813-J-ETJ is a fire-rated rim exit device engineered for high-traffic openings that demand reliable security and dependable egress. Built to Grade 1 standards, it delivers classroom function through the ET trim with the J lever design, allowing an outside key to control access while the inside push bar always provides free exit. Sized for doors 37 to 42 inches wide, this device ships less cylinder and less dogging to meet fire-rated code requirements. Its rugged construction makes it a solid choice for schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings where life-safety compliance and durability are essential.

Features

• Fire-rated rim exit device suitable for labeled door assemblies.
• Classroom (8813) function allows key control of the outside lever while inside egress remains free.
• ET trim with the J lever offers a comfortable, modern grip design.
• Designed to fit doors from 37 to 42 inches in width.
• Supplied less dogging to maintain fire-rated code compliance.
• Ships less cylinder, allowing you to match existing keying systems.
• Grade 1 rated for heavy-duty commercial and institutional use.

Functional Details

The 8813 classroom function provides controlled entry from the outside while ensuring the push bar always allows free egress. A key is required to retract the latch for outside access, and the device cannot be dogged open due to its fire-rated designation.

• Latchbolt retracted by lever unless locked by key outside.
• Key locks or unlocks outside lever.
• Inside lever (push rail) always active for immediate egress.

Arm Type Details

This unit uses the ET lever trim with the J lever style. The outside lever operates the latch for entry when unlocked by key, while the inside push rail controls egress at all times.

Included Components

The device includes the rim exit chassis, ET control trim with J lever, and mounting hardware. A compatible mortise cylinder must be ordered separately to complete the keyed function.