Adams Rite 3600 Series Fire-Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device for Hollow Metal Doors
Professional Fire-Rated Exit Solution for Commercial Applications
The Adams Rite 3600 Series Fire-Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device delivers professional-grade security and fire protection for hollow metal door applications. This Grade 1 exit device features 3-hour fire rating with concealed vertical rods providing two-point locking for doors up to 8'0" x 10'0". Constructed with extruded aluminum push bar and hardened steel components, the device accommodates door thicknesses from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" with minimum 3-1/2" stile width requirements.
Professional Features & Benefits
- ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified
- Narrow stile aluminum door construction
- Rim (8300/8400) and top-of-door mounted (8800/8700/EX88) configurations
- Stainless steel touchbar / crossbar
- UL 10C fire door listed
- Panic-proof single-motion egress
- Available with electric latch retraction
- Compatible with 7800 electric strike
- Multiple trim options and levers
- Field-reversible handing
Technical Specifications
- Door Application: Narrow stile aluminum doors
- Configuration: Rim, mortise, top-of-door mounted
- Egress: Single-motion panic proof
- Compatible Strike: 7800 Series electric strike
- Fire Rating: UL 10C listed
- ANSI/BHMA: Grade 1
- Handing: Field reversible
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness (1-3/4" to 2-1/4"), minimum stile width (3-1/2"), and fire rating compatibility.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for concealed vertical rod installation.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for vertical rod channels and strike locations.
- Install header strike, bottom strike, and all mounting hardware securing the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust push bar height (30" to 44") and operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
- Test device operation including two-point locking engagement, push bar activation, and cylinder operation if installed 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
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- High-Security Commercial Facilities
Why Choose Adams Rite Quality?
Adams Rite 3600 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with extruded aluminum construction and hardened steel components rated for Grade 1 commercial performance. 5 Year manufacturer warranty provides added confidence for demanding fire-rated applications. Engineered for critical commercial egress applications where dependable performance and code compliance are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Series:
- 3600 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Stile Width:
- 3-3/4"
- Warranty:
- 5 Year
- Subcategory:
- Concealed Vertical Rod
- Product Subgroup:
- Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Concealed Vertical Rod
- Fasteners:
- Machine Screws
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Stile Type:
- Wide Stile
- Tags:
- adams rite 3600, adams rite concealed vertical rodexit device, adams rite concealed vertical rod
- Product Model:
- 36
- Product Length:
- 30"
- Fire Rating:
- Yes
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Department:
- Door Hardware