Sargent 12-LC-8706-J-ETB-96 Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Storeroom, For 37-42" Width, 96" Ht Door, Less Cylinder

The Sargent 12-LC-8706-J-ETB-96 is a fire rated surface vertical rod exit device engineered for heavy-duty commercial and institutional openings. Configured with the storeroom (8706) function and the ETB trim with the J lever design, this device secures oversized doors measuring 37" to 42" wide and up to 96" tall. The "LC" designation means the device ships less cylinder, giving you the flexibility to pair it with your preferred mortise cylinder keying. Built to Grade 1 standards, it combines reliable panic egress with dependable fire-rated performance, making it a smart choice for corridors, stairwells, and other high-traffic exits.

Features

• Fire rated surface vertical rod design suitable for labeled door and frame assemblies.
• Storeroom function (8706) keeps the outside lever locked at all times while allowing free egress.
• ETB exterior trim with the J lever provides a durable, comfortable grip.
• Ships less cylinder so you can install a mortise cylinder matched to your existing key system.
• Sized for tall openings up to 96" in height and wide doors from 37" to 42".
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 construction for long-term durability in demanding environments.

Functional Details

The 8706 storeroom function provides secure, controlled access from the exterior while maintaining safe, unrestricted egress at all times. The outside lever remains locked, and a key is required to retract the latch for entry.

• Outside lever is always rigid (locked).
• Latchbolt retracted by key from outside or by lever from inside.
• Free egress at all times by depressing the touchbar.

Arm Type Details

As a surface vertical rod device, latching is accomplished through top and bottom rods that secure the door into the frame and threshold. This configuration distributes holding force along the door's full height, providing robust fire-rated containment while keeping all hardware surface-mounted for straightforward installation and service.

Included Components

The device includes the surface vertical rod exit chassis, ETB trim with J lever design, top and bottom latch assemblies, and mounting hardware. A mortise cylinder is not included and must be ordered separately.