8700 SeriesSurface Vertical Rod Exit Device
Ideal for environments that require strong and durable security solutions, the 80 Series exit devices exceed ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 requirements for cycle and strength, and support unique applications, including delayed egress, alarmed exit, and electric latch retraction.
Available as rim, mortise, concealed vertical rod and surface vertical rod configurations, the 80 Series features a wide range of options making it the perfect solution for every application.
Benefits: Security:
- Multiple security features provide additional resistance against vandalism and unauthorized entry
Ease of Install:
- Modular components and robust design allow for a quick and easy installation
Aesthetics:
- Attractive, minimalist design featuring many levers and architectural finishes to blend with any decor
Features:
- Two point latching (top & bottom with adjustability through center case)
- Standard bottom latch compatible with latch track thresholds (by others)
- Single and double door applications
- ANSI/BHMA A156.3 - Grade 1
- UL10C (Fire) and UL305 (Panic) Listed
- Also available as HC8700 for hurricane-resistant applications, see Hurricane-Resistant section of this catalog
- Also available as FM8700, use with StormPro Series doors, frames and hinges is required when used as a certified tornado solution. For tornado-resistant applications, see Tornado-Resistant section of this catalog
- Rods are 1/2" (13mm) brass, bronze or stainless steel
- Note: The 8700 Exit Device can not be used less bottom rod. If less bottom rod is desired, specify NB8700 Series Exit Device
Specifications: Door Type:
Door Thickness:
- 1-3/4" (44mm) minimum thickness. For doors over 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick, specify thickness and order as 31-
Stile:
- 4-1/2" (114mm) minimum stile width with trim and 3-1/2" (44mm) minimum stile without trim
Strike:
- 646 Top Strike (Panic and Fire Rated)
- 624 Bottom Strike; 655 Fire Rated Bottom Strike
Dogging Feature:
- Hex key dogging standard on non fired rated devices; specify 16- for cylinder dogging (#41 cylinder supplied)
Mounting Fasteners:
- Supplied standard with wood and machine screws
- Available with through-bolts and mortise (sex) nuts
Top & Bottom Bolt:
Device Centerline from:
- 41" (1041 mm) for Standard Applications; 38" (965mm) for elementary schools
Door/Opening Height:
- Must be specified - 120" (3048mm) Max Door Opening - Non-fire rated doors 96" (2438mm) Max Door Opening - Fire rated doors
Center Case Dimensions:
- 8-3/8" (213mm) x 2-5/8" (67mm)
Projection:
- Pushbar Neutral – 3" (76mm)
- Pushbar Depressed – 2-1/8" (54mm)
Rail sizes as determined by door width: E Rail:
- 24" to 32" door widths, No cutting required for 32" door
F Rail:
- 33" to 36" door widths, No cutting required for 36" door
J Rail:
- 37" to 42" door widths, No cutting required for 42" door
G Rail:
- 43" to 48" door widths, No cutting required for 48" door
- Rails are available in 4 sizes, use door width to determine size needed
- Rails will be factory cut to size, if door width is supplied
Maximum Door Opening-Fire Doors: Door Material:
VR/VR Doors Swing Same Direction:
SVR/Mortise Doors Swing Same Direction:
VR/VR Double Egress: