Sargent 56-8873-J-ETB-12V Electrified Rim Exit Device, Electric Latch Retraction, Fail Safe Power Off Unlocks Lever, For 37-42 Inch Width Door, Hex Key Dogging

The Sargent 56-8873-J-ETB-12V is a heavy-duty electrified rim exit device built for high-traffic commercial openings that demand reliable access control. Featuring Electric Latch Retraction (ELR), this device retracts the latch electronically to allow remote or scheduled access, while the fail-safe configuration ensures the outside ETB lever unlocks on power loss for safe egress during emergencies. Designed for doors 37 to 42 inches wide, it includes hex key dogging for mechanical hold-open convenience and operates on 12V. With the J pushpad style and ETB lever trim, this Grade 1 device delivers durable, code-compliant performance for schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings.

Features

• Electric Latch Retraction (ELR) retracts the latch electronically for remote access and controlled entry.
• Fail-safe operation unlocks the outside lever when power is removed, ensuring safe egress.
• Sized for doors measuring 37 to 42 inches in width.
• Hex key dogging allows the pushpad to be mechanically held in the depressed position.
• ETB lever trim provides durable keyed outside access.
• Operates on a 12V power supply.
• Grade 1 rated for demanding commercial environments.

Functional Details

This device uses Electric Latch Retraction to withdraw the latchbolt electronically, permitting push/pull operation or remote release. In the fail-safe mode, removing power unlocks the outside lever so the opening remains accessible for egress and entry when power is lost.

• Electric latch retraction allows remote operation of the exit device.
• Fail safe: power off unlocks the outside lever.
• Hex key dogging holds the pushpad depressed for push/pull function.

Included Components

The device ships as a complete rim exit assembly with the J-style pushpad mechanism, ETB keyed lever trim, and the required latch retraction hardware for 12V operation.