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

The Sargent 12-LC-8706-J-ETP-96 is a fire rated surface vertical rod exit device engineered for demanding commercial openings. Designed for doors measuring 37-42" wide and up to 96" tall, this unit delivers reliable panic egress with storeroom function keyed access from the outside. It ships less cylinder, allowing you to match your facility's existing keying system, and features the J-style push rail paired with the ETP trim for secure, controlled entry. Built to Sargent's Grade 1 standards, this device combines code-compliant fire protection with the durability expected in high-traffic environments such as schools, hospitals, and office buildings.

Features

• Fire rated surface vertical rod construction suitable for labeled fire door assemblies.
• Sized for doors 37-42" wide and up to 96" in height.
• Storeroom function keeps the outside trim locked at all times while allowing free egress.
• Supplied less cylinder so it can be keyed to your facility standard.
• Grade 1 rated for heavy commercial use and long-term reliability.
• ETP escutcheon trim with J design lever for a clean, modern appearance.

Functional Details

The storeroom function (12/Type 12) keeps the exterior lever rigid and locked at all times, requiring a key to retract the latch for entry. The latch automatically relocks when the door closes, and free egress is always available by pushing the exit device from the inside.

• Outside trim is always locked.
• Key retracts latch for entry.
• Free egress at all times from the inside.

Arm Type Details

As a surface vertical rod device, latching is achieved through top and bottom rods that secure the door into the frame and threshold strikes. This configuration provides strong two-point latching ideal for fire rated single and double door openings without requiring a mortise or rim prep.

Included Components

This package includes the 8700 series surface vertical rod exit device chassis, ETP escutcheon trim with the J lever design, and the top and bottom vertical rod assemblies with mounting hardware. A cylinder is not included and must be ordered separately.