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

The Sargent LC-12-56-8706-J-ETP-96 is an electrified fire rated surface vertical rod exit device built for heavy traffic commercial openings. Designed for doors measuring 37 to 42 inches wide and 96 inches tall, it delivers reliable storeroom-function access control while maintaining fire-door integrity. This configuration ships less cylinder (LC), giving installers flexibility to pair it with the preferred keying system, and features the ET lever trim in the P design. The electrified latch retraction supports access control integration and remote operation, making it well suited for secured corridors, stairwells, and institutional applications where life safety and durability are essential.

Features

• Surface-mounted vertical rod design for dependable top and bottom latching on tall doors.
• Fire rated construction suitable for labeled fire door assemblies.
• Storeroom function keeps the outside lever locked at all times while allowing free egress.
• Electrified (56 option) for integration with access control and remote operation.
• Ships less cylinder (LC), allowing field keying flexibility.
• ET lever trim in the P design for comfortable, ADA-compliant operation.
• Sized for doors 37 to 42 inches wide and 96 inches in height.

Functional Details

The storeroom function (12) secures the exterior at all times, requiring a key to retract the latch from outside while the interior push rail always permits free egress. The 56 electrification adds solenoid-driven control for remote locking and unlocking tied to an access control system.

• Outside trim is locked at all times.
• Key retracts latch for momentary access.
• Latch relocks when key is released.
• Free egress at all times from the inside.

Arm Type Details

As a surface vertical rod device, the 8706 uses exposed top and bottom rods that engage strikes at the head and sill of the frame. This two-point latching configuration provides secure fire-rated performance and even load distribution across tall door assemblies.

Included Components

The device includes the surface vertical rod exit chassis, ETP lever trim, top and bottom latch mechanisms, and mounting hardware. A compatible cylinder is required and must be ordered separately.