Sargent LC-12-8976-F-ETJ-24V Fire Rated Mortise Exit Device, Electrified Trim 24V Fail Secure, ET Control, J Lever, For 33-36" Width Door, Less Cylinder, Less Dogging, Grade 1

The Sargent LC-12-8976-F-ETJ-24V is a Grade 1 fire rated mortise exit device built for high-traffic commercial openings requiring secure electrified access control. Designed for doors 33" to 36" wide, it pairs a durable mortise lock body with electrified ET trim operating at 24V in a fail secure configuration, meaning the outside lever stays locked during a power loss. The device features the ET-style trim with the J lever design and ships less cylinder, allowing you to specify your preferred keying. As a fire rated unit, it comes less dogging to maintain compliance with fire door codes, making it a dependable choice for institutional and commercial facilities.

Features

• Grade 1 rated for the highest level of commercial durability and performance.
• Fire rated mortise exit device suitable for labeled fire door assemblies.
• Electrified ET trim operating at 24V for integration with access control systems.
• Fail secure function keeps the outside lever locked when power is interrupted.
• Sized for doors 33" to 36" in width.
• Supplied less cylinder for flexible keying options.
• Less dogging to comply with fire rating requirements.
• J lever design provides a clean, ergonomic grip.

Functional Details

This 24V DC electrified ET trim operates in fail secure mode. With power removed, the outside lever is locked. Applying power unlocks the outside lever. When unlocked, turning the outside lever retracts the mortise latch. Operating the inside push rail permits egress regardless of the electrical state of the trim. A compatible mortise cylinder, ordered separately, provides mechanical key override.

Trim and Lever Details

The ET trim has a J lever. Electrical power controls whether the outside lever is locked or unlocked; operating an unlocked lever retracts the latch. Select the LHR or RHR handing to suit the opening.

Included Components

The device ships with the 8976 mortise exit chassis, electrified ET trim with J lever, and mounting hardware. A cylinder is not included and must be ordered separately.