Sargent 56-LC-12-8706-J-ETL-96 Electrified Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Storeroom, For 37-42" Width, 96" Ht Door, Less Cylinder

The Sargent 56-LC-12-8706-J-ETL-96 is a heavy-duty electrified surface vertical rod exit device built for fire-rated openings requiring secure, controlled egress. Designed for storeroom function, it keeps the outside trim locked while always allowing free exit from the inside, making it ideal for high-traffic commercial and institutional doors. This configuration fits doors measuring 37 to 42 inches wide and up to 96 inches tall, ships less cylinder for flexible keying, and includes the electric latch retraction (ETL) feature for remote unlocking and access control integration. With its J-style ET trim and durable all-metal construction, it delivers dependable, code-compliant performance.

Features

• Fire-rated surface vertical rod exit device suitable for labeled door assemblies.
• Storeroom function keeps outside trim locked at all times while permitting free egress.
• Electric latch retraction (ETL) allows remote unlocking and access control integration.
• Sized for doors 37–42 inches wide and up to 96 inches tall.
• Ships less cylinder (LC) for compatibility with existing keying systems.
• J-style ET trim provides a comfortable, durable lever design.
• Rugged construction engineered for demanding commercial use.

Functional Details

The 56 electric latch retraction function electrically retracts the latch bolts, allowing the door to be pulled or pushed open freely without operating the trim. When power is removed, the device returns to its secured state. Combined with the 12 storeroom function, the outside lever remains locked, so entry requires a key while egress is always free.

• Electric latch retraction retracts the latchbolt electrically.
• Storeroom function: outside trim is always locked; key retracts latch for entry.
• Free egress from the inside at all times.

Arm Type Details

This device uses a surface-mounted vertical rod configuration with top and bottom latching points. The vertical rods secure the door at both the header and threshold, providing reliable two-point latching that is well suited to fire-rated applications where positive latching is required.

Included Components

Package includes the electrified surface vertical rod exit device chassis, J-style ET lever trim, top and bottom latch assemblies, and mounting hardware. Cylinder is not included and must be ordered separately.