Sargent 744 Grade 1 Exit Devic...
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SARGENT Grade 1 Exit Device Trim, Freewheeling Trim, Key Retracts Latch, For Surface Vertical Rod and Mortise (8700, 8900 Series) Devices, Rim Cylinder for Rim Devices,

Sargent 744 Grade 1 Exit Device Trim

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Model: 744-ETJ-1

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Sargent 744 Grade 1 Exit Device Trim

Professional-Grade Exit Device Trim Solution

The Sargent Grade 1 Exit Device Trim delivers professional-grade security and operation for commercial exit device applications. This freewheeling trim features a J lever design with key retraction capability and accommodates 1-3/4" mortise cylinders for mortise devices. Compatible with Surface Vertical Rod and Mortise 8700 and 8900 Series devices, this trim provides reliable access control in a durable Dark Oxidized Bronze finish with BHMA Grade 1 rating for heavy-duty commercial applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Grade 1 Construction: BHMA Grade 1 rated for heavy-duty commercial applications requiring maximum durability and security.
  • Mortise Cylinder Integration: Accommodates 1-3/4" mortise cylinders for mortise devices providing secure keyed access control.
  • Freewheeling Operation: Key retracts latch mechanism allows for smooth operation and enhanced security control.
  • Universal Compatibility: Designed for Surface Vertical Rod and Mortise devices including 8700 and 8900 Series exit devices for versatile installation options.
  • Professional Finish: Dark Oxidized Bronze finish provides attractive appearance and corrosion resistance for long-term performance.
  • J Lever Design: Ergonomic J lever configuration offers comfortable operation while maintaining professional appearance.
  • Right Hand Reverse Configuration: RHR handing ensures proper installation orientation for specific door applications.

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and/or frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Sargent Quality?

Sargent exit device trim products deliver professional-grade reliability with Grade 1 construction rated for demanding commercial applications. The freewheeling mechanism and mortise cylinder compatibility provide enhanced security control while maintaining smooth operation. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable performance and security are essential.

Product Specs

Department:
Door Hardware
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Device Trim
Product Type:
Exit Device Trims
Subcategory:
Exit Device Trim

Sargent 744-ETJ-1 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Sargent 744 trim work on my 8800 rim exit device, or only on mortise and vertical rod devices?
The Sargent 744 ETJ trim is built for Surface Vertical Rod and Mortise exit devices, specifically the 8700 and 8900 Series. It takes a 1-3/4 inch mortise cylinder, which is the cylinder type those devices use. A rim device needs a rim cylinder trim instead, so this is not the part for an 8800 rim application.
2) Does the Sargent 744 ETJ come with a cylinder, or do I have to order one separately?
The trim accommodates a 1-3/4 inch mortise cylinder for keyed access, and that cylinder is the separate piece you specify to match your keyway and keying system. Order a mortise cylinder of that length so the key can retract the latch as intended.
3) What handing is the Sargent 744 ETJ RHRB trim, and can I flip it in the field?
It ships as right hand reverse (RHR). Handing is set for that orientation, so a left hand or left hand reverse opening needs the matching handed trim rather than a field swap. Check the door's swing and hinge side before ordering.
4) Which exit trim should I use if the opening needs electrified access control rather than the Sargent 744 ETJ?
The 744 ETJ is a mechanical trim operated by key. For card reader or remote release openings, look at electrified trims: Command Access ET15, ET25 and ET26 all run 12V or 24V with fail safe or fail secure selection, with the ET26 built Grade 1 and field reversible, and the Command Access 230L is an electrified version of the Von Duprin 230L for V96/36/23 Series devices. Von Duprin E360L-BE-03 is a Grade 1 electric passage trim with an 03 lever, fail safe, for 33/35A devices.
5) What does freewheeling mean on this Sargent exit trim, and why would I want it?
Freewheeling means the J lever turns freely when the trim is locked instead of loading the internal mechanism. That protects the trim from vandalism and forced-lever abuse in high traffic openings, and entry is gained by key, which retracts the latch. It's the behavior you want on school corridors, stairwells, and exterior doors where people yank on locked levers.
6) Is this Sargent trim heavy-duty enough for a school or hospital exterior door?
It carries a BHMA Grade 1 rating, the heaviest commercial duty level, and is intended for exactly that kind of traffic: education, healthcare, government, retail, and multi-tenant residential openings. Grade 1 is what most institutional specs call for on main entries.
7) What is a comparable Grade 1 lever exit trim from another brand if I am not standardizing on Sargent?
A few Grade 1 lever trims cover the same duty level. The Pamex E9000 is a storeroom function heavy duty lever trim that fits doors 1-3/8 to 2 inches thick. The Dexter ED1500T is a Grade 1 lever trim, and Design Hardware's KIL storeroom trim is Grade 1 with a flat lever in Schlage C keyway. Note that none of those are interchangeable with a Sargent 8700 or 8900 device, they mount to their own device series, so match the trim to the device family you already have on the door.
8) Is a passage function exit trim the same as the Sargent 744 ETJ?
No. The 744 ETJ is keyed, with the key retracting the latch. Passage trims have no cylinder and retract the latch whenever the lever is turned: examples are the Corbin Russwin 3310AET passage trim for ED300 Series rim, surface vertical rod and mortise devices, the Corbin Russwin x810ET passage trim for ED4000 Series, and the Arrow SRX01 Sierra lever passage trim for ED910, S1150 and S1250 devices. If the outside of the door must stay locked between key uses, a passage trim is not a substitute.
9) What is the difference between the Sargent 744 ETJ and a nightlatch trim?
On the 744 ETJ the key retracts the latch and the lever freewheels, so the outside lever is always a lever pull. Nightlatch trims are the other common keyed-outside pattern: the Corbin Russwin VT957ET is a nightlatch escutcheon trim in stamped or formed stainless for ED5000 Series devices, the Dorma YR03R is a wide stile nightlatch escutcheon with R lever supplied less cylinder, and the Accentra 121NL is a nightlatch trim. Pick based on whether the specification calls out freewheeling lever trim or nightlatch.
10) The spec calls for classroom function exit trim, not the Sargent 744 ETJ. What options are there?
Classroom function trims include the Accentra 446F with Augusta lever in Grade 1, the Falcon 510L heavy duty classroom trim with lever for 24/25 Series devices, the Falcon 179L medium duty classroom lever trim for 1790 Series, and the Dexter ED1000T-CLRM-TP-NC Grade 1 classroom trim in a thumbpiece and pull plate configuration supplied less cylinder. Match the trim to the device series on the opening.
11) I need a non-functioning trim on the inactive side instead of the Sargent 744 ETJ. What takes its place?
The 744 ETJ is an operating keyed lever trim, so for a fixed or decorative application use dummy or blank trim instead. The Von Duprin 230DT is a Grade 1 heavy duty dummy trim with a 10 gauge steel escutcheon for 22 Series, the Detex 02BN is a dummy S-lever trim with blank escutcheon for Value Series devices, the Dexter ED1500T-DUMM-PULL is a Grade 1 dummy function trim with handle pull plate, and the Von Duprin 210K-BE is a knob with blank escutcheon for 22 Series.
12) What keyed lever exit trims come with a specific keyway already specified, unlike the Sargent 744 ETJ?
The 744 ETJ takes a 1-3/4 inch mortise cylinder for mortise devices, so the keyway follows the cylinder you order. If you want the keyway called out with the trim, the Design Hardware KIL entry function and KIL storeroom function trims for 1000 and 2000 Series devices are both Grade 1 with a Schlage C keyway and a flat lever. The Design Hardware LE08 is a Grade 1 entry function flat lever trim with escutcheon for 1000R and 2000R devices.
13) Is a pushbutton exit trim an alternative to the Sargent 744 ETJ for keyless access?
Yes, if you want to drop keys on the opening. The Dormakaba E-Plex 201U is an electronic pushbutton exit trim in wide stile, and the Dormakaba PowerPlex P201U is a pushbutton exit trim for rim, mortise and surface vertical rod devices. The 744 ETJ by contrast is mechanical and operated with a 1-3/4 inch mortise cylinder, so it needs a key in every hand that opens the door.
14) What finish is the Sargent 744 ETJ 10BE, and will it match my existing bronze hardware?
10BE is Dark Oxidized Bronze, a dark oil-rubbed style bronze with a protective coating for corrosion resistance. It reads much darker than satin bronze (10B satin oxidized) or bright brass, so compare it against a sample if you are matching older openings in a building.
15) What do I need to prep on the door before installing the Sargent 744 exit trim?
Work from the Sargent template that comes with the device and trim: mark the mounting hole locations on the door face, drill and route as the instructions call out, then fasten the trim and set it so the lever and cylinder retract the latch smoothly through full travel. Because it is a mortise cylinder trim for an 8700 or 8900 device, the door prep has to carry the cylinder hole position for that device, not a rim device prep.
16) Are lever and rose exit trims interchangeable with the Sargent 744 ETJ escutcheon trim?
Not without checking the door prep. The 744 ETJ is an escutcheon-style trim with a J lever. Rose-style trims such as the Marks USA M195F storeroom function lever and rose trim with spring loaded roses for M9900 touchbar devices, and the Marks USA M195N lever and rose trim, use a different mounting footprint and cover less of the door face, which matters when you are replacing over an existing cutout.
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Does the Sargent 744-ETJ-1 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sargent 744-ETJ-1 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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