Sargent 56-12-NB-8713-J-ETL-96 Electrified Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Classroom Function, Top Rod Only, Electric Latch Retraction, For 37-42" Width, 96" Height Door, LA Keyway, Keyed Different, 2 Keys, Less Dogging, Thermal Pin

The Sargent 56-12-NB-8713-J-ETL-96 is an electrified fire rated surface vertical rod exit device engineered for demanding commercial and institutional openings. Configured for classroom function with top rod only operation, it combines reliable panic egress with controlled access on 96" height doors measuring 37" to 42" in width. The built-in electric latch retraction allows remote unlatching for convenient, hands-free entry and integration with access control systems, while the fire rating and thermal pin construction meet code requirements for fire-rated assemblies. Fitted with an LA keyway cylinder keyed different and supplied with two keys, this device delivers durable, dependable performance in high-traffic environments where security and life safety are essential.

Features

• Surface mounted vertical rod exit device with top rod only configuration for fire rated door applications.
• Classroom function provides controlled access while maintaining free panic egress at all times.
• Electric latch retraction enables remote, momentary release of the latch for hands-free access control integration.
• Sized for doors 37" to 42" wide and 96" in height.
• LA keyway cylinder supplied keyed different with two keys.
• Less dogging to comply with fire rated door requirements.
• Thermal pin construction supports fire rated performance.

Functional Details

The 8713 classroom function allows the outside lever or trim to be locked or unlocked by key, while the inside device always permits free egress by pushing the touchbar. With electric latch retraction energized, the latch is held retracted to allow push/pull operation and remote access until power is removed.

• Electric latch retraction allows remote operation of the exit device.
• Fire rated devices are furnished less dogging.
• Classroom function: outside trim controlled by key.

Arm Type Details

As a surface vertical rod device, the top rod engages a strike mounted at the head of the frame. Depressing the touchbar retracts the top latch to release the door; on this top rod only model, no bottom rod or strike is used, simplifying installation and reducing floor maintenance concerns.

Included Components

The device ships with the surface vertical rod exit chassis, top rod assembly and strike, J-style exit trim, LA keyway cylinder keyed different, and two keys. Electric latch retraction hardware is integrated into the device.