Sargent 12-8974-J-ETL-24V Fire Rated Mortise Exit Device, Electrified Trim 24V Fail Secure, ET Control, L Lever, For 37-42" Width Door, Less Dogging, No Cylinder, Grade 1

The Sargent 12-8974-J-ETL-24V is a Grade 1 fire rated mortise exit device built for high-traffic commercial openings on doors measuring 37 to 42 inches wide. It pairs dependable panic hardware with electrified ET trim operating on 24V in a fail secure configuration, making it a solid choice for access-controlled entries where security is a priority during a power loss. The device uses the J lever (ETL/L lever style) for comfortable, egress and comes without dogging, which is standard for fire rated applications. No Cylinder: this configuration has no cylinder override and does not require an override cylinder. This device meets ANSI/BHMA standards and carries UL fire label listing.

Features

• Fire rated mortise exit device suitable for labeled door and frame assemblies.
• Grade 1 construction rated for heavy-duty commercial use.
• Electrified ET trim operating at 24V for integration with access control systems.
• Fail secure function keeps the outside lever locked when power is interrupted.
• Sized for doors 37 to 42 inches in width.
• J (L) lever trim provides ergonomic operation.
• Less dogging, as required for fire rated hardware.
• No Cylinder: this configuration has no cylinder override and does not require an override cylinder.

Functional Details

This 24V DC electrified ET trim operates in fail secure mode. With power removed, the outside lever is locked. Applying power unlocks the outside lever. When unlocked, turning the outside lever retracts the mortise latch. Operating the inside push rail permits egress regardless of the electrical state of the trim. No Cylinder: this configuration has no cylinder override and does not require an override cylinder.

Trim and Lever Details

The ET trim has an L lever. Electrical power controls whether the outside lever is locked or unlocked; operating an unlocked lever retracts the latch. Select the LHR or RHR handing to suit the opening.

Included Components

The device ships with the mortise exit chassis, ET electrified lever trim with J (L) lever, and mounting hardware. No Cylinder: this configuration has no cylinder override and does not require an override cylinder.