Sargent 8873-G-ETL-12V Rim Exit Device, Fail Safe Power Off Unlocks Lever, ET Control, L Lever, No Cylinder, 43-48" Dr Width, Hex Key Dogging, 12VAC/DC Electrified, Grade 1

The Sargent 8873-G-ETL-12V is a Grade 1 electrified rim exit device engineered for secure, code-compliant exit control on wider openings measuring 43 to 48 inches. Built around Sargent's fail-safe design, it releases the outside lever trim when power is removed, making it a reliable choice for applications that must allow entry during a power loss. This configuration features ET lever trim with the L lever design, no cylinder, and convenient hex key dogging that allows the latch to be held retracted for push/pull operation. Operating on 12VAC/DC, it delivers dependable performance for access control and life-safety installations in commercial and institutional buildings.

Features

• Fail-safe operation unlocks the outside lever when power is removed for secure egress and controlled entry.
• Rim-mounted design simplifies installation on single doors and wider openings.
• Sized for doors between 43 and 48 inches wide.
• ET control with L lever trim provides durable outside access when energized.
• Hex key dogging holds the latch retracted for free push/pull operation.
• Operates on 12VAC or 12VDC for flexible power compatibility.
• Grade 1 construction meets the highest ANSI/BHMA durability standards.
• Supplied without a cylinder, allowing use of an existing or preferred keying system.

Functional Details

As a fail-safe electrified device, the 8873 keeps the outside lever locked while energized and automatically unlocks the lever when power is interrupted, allowing entry during an emergency or outage. Free egress through the push bar is always maintained.

• Fail Safe (Power Off Unlocks Lever).
• Electrically unlocks/locks outside lever trim.
• Free egress at all times.

Arm Type Details

This device uses ET lever trim with the L lever design. When energized, the outside lever controls the latch for authorized entry; when de-energized, the lever is released for fail-safe access. The interior push bar provides immediate, unobstructed egress.