Sargent LC-12-56-8706-J-ETJ-84 Electrified Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Storeroom, For 37-42" Wd, 84" Ht Door, Less Cylinder

The Sargent LC-12-56-8706-J-ETJ-84 is an electrified fire rated surface vertical rod exit device built for demanding commercial and institutional openings. Designed for doors measuring 37 to 42 inches wide and 84 inches tall, it combines dependable life-safety egress with controlled access through its storeroom function and J-style ETJ lever trim. The electrified 56 option adds electric latch retraction capability, making it ideal for access control integration and remote operation. Shipped less cylinder, it accommodates your preferred mortise cylinder for keyed override. As part of Sargent's 8700 series, this device delivers heavy-duty Grade 1 performance and reliable fire rating for code-compliant installations.

Features

• Surface-mounted vertical rod configuration for secure top and bottom latching.
• Fire rated construction suitable for labeled door and frame assemblies.
• Electrified 56 option provides electric latch retraction for access control.
• Storeroom function keeps the outside lever locked while allowing free egress.
• ETJ (J-style) lever trim offers durable, ergonomic operation.
• Sized for 37 to 42 inch wide and 84 inch tall doors.
• Supplied less cylinder to allow use of your preferred mortise cylinder.

Functional Details

The storeroom function (12) keeps the outside trim continuously locked, requiring a key to retract the latch from the exterior, while the inside push bar always allows free egress. The 56 electric latch retraction allows the latch bolts to be withdrawn remotely for momentary or sustained access control, supporting integration with card readers and automatic operators.

• Outside lever is always locked.
• Latchbolt retracted by key from outside or by electric latch retraction.
• Free egress at all times by depressing the push rail.

Arm Type Details

This device uses the ETJ lever trim, featuring the J-style lever design. The lever provides key-controlled access on the pull side and works in conjunction with the storeroom function for secure, code-compliant operation.

Included Components

The device ships as a surface vertical rod exit device with top and bottom rods, strikes, ETJ lever trim, and electric latch retraction wiring. A mortise cylinder is not included and must be ordered separately.