Sargent 12-LC-8706-F-ETB-96 Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Storeroom, For 33-36" Wd, 96" Ht Door, Less Cylinder

The Sargent 12-LC-8706-F-ETB-96 is a fire rated surface vertical rod exit device engineered for demanding commercial openings. Designed for doors measuring 33-36" wide and up to 96" tall, this device pairs dependable panic hardware performance with the ETB lever trim in a storeroom function. The less cylinder (LC) configuration lets you supply a matching mortise cylinder to standardize keying across the facility. Built to meet UL fire door requirements, it delivers secure egress and reliable latching for stairwells, corridors, and other high-traffic areas where life safety and durability are essential. The 8700 series is a trusted choice for heavy-use institutional and commercial applications.

Features

• Fire rated surface vertical rod design suitable for labeled fire door assemblies.
• Storeroom function keeps the outside lever locked at all times while allowing free egress.
• ETB lever trim provides a comfortable, ADA-friendly grip for everyday use.
• Sized for doors 33-36" wide and up to 96" in height.
• Less cylinder configuration allows integration with existing keying systems.
• Heavy-duty construction built for Grade 1 commercial performance.

Functional Details

The storeroom (06) function provides secure access control while maintaining code-compliant free egress. The outside lever remains locked at all times, requiring a key to retract the latch, while the inside push rail always allows immediate exit.

• Outside lever is always locked.
• Key retracts latch for momentary access.
• Latch is self-locking when door closes.
• Free egress at all times from the inside.

Included Components

This device ships as a surface vertical rod exit device with ETB lever trim and the necessary top and bottom rod assemblies. A compatible mortise cylinder must be ordered separately due to the less cylinder configuration.