Sargent LC-8976-J-ETL-12V Mortise Exit Device, Electrified Trim 12V Fail Secure, ET Control, L Lever, For 37-42" Width Door, Less Cylinder, Hex Key Dogging, Grade 1

The Sargent LC-8976-J-ETL-12V is a Grade 1 electrified mortise exit device engineered for demanding commercial openings that require controlled, secure access. Built around a fail secure electrified trim function operating at 12V DC, it keeps the outside lever locked until power is applied, making it well suited for access control integration. This configuration ships less cylinder, accommodates doors from 37" to 42" in width, and uses the ET control trim with the J (L) lever design. Hex key dogging allows the device to be held in a retracted state for push-pull operation during high-traffic periods. Durable construction and ANSI/BHMA certification make it a dependable long-term choice.

Features

• Electrified trim with 12V DC fail secure operation for integration with access control systems.
• Mortise exit device design providing robust, high-security latching.
• ET control trim paired with the J (L) lever for comfortable operation.
• Sized for doors measuring 37" to 42" in width.
• Shipped less cylinder, allowing you to specify your preferred keying.
• Hex key dogging holds the latch retracted for free push-pull access.
• Grade 1 certification for heavy-duty commercial use.

Functional Details

This 12V 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 an L 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

Device ships with the ET control electrified trim and L lever. A compatible mortise cylinder must be ordered separately, as this model is supplied less cylinder.