Adams Rite 3700 Series 36" Fire-Rated Narrow Stile Rim Exit Device with Starwheel Interlocking
Professional Fire-Rated Exit Device Solution
The Adams Rite 3700 Series Fire-Rated Rim Exit Device delivers professional-grade egress control for hollow metal and wood door applications requiring 3-hour fire rating compliance. Designed for 36" door openings with minimum 2" stile width, this narrow stile exit device features Starwheel interlocking technology and accommodates door thickness from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4". Grade 1 construction ensures reliable performance for demanding commercial applications.
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 from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4", minimum 2" stile width, and fire rating compatibility.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for proper alignment.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for fire-rated applications.
- Install all mounting hardware using standard machine screws and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Configure cylinder options including mortise cylinders (1" to 1-1/4" length) or rim cylinders as required for specific keying functions.
- Test device operation including push bar function, dogging mechanism, and Starwheel interlocking to verify proper operation and fire rating compliance. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and fire rating requirements.
Professional Applications
- Fire-Rated Commercial Building Exits
- Educational Facility Emergency Egress
- Healthcare Institution Life Safety Systems
- Industrial Facility Fire Exits
- Multi-Tenant Residential Fire Doors
- Government Building Code Compliance
- Retail Establishment Emergency Exits
Why Choose Adams Rite Quality?
Adams Rite 3700 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with extruded aluminum construction and Grade 1 BHMA certification for demanding commercial applications. The 3-hour fire rating and 5-year manufacturer warranty ensure code compliance and long-term performance. Engineered for critical life safety applications where dependable egress control and fire protection are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Series:
- 3700 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Stile Width:
- 3-3/4"
- Warranty:
- 5 Year
- Subcategory:
- Rim Exit Devices
- Product Subgroup:
- Exit Devices - Rim
- Fasteners:
- Machine Screws
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Stile Type:
- Narrow Stile
- Wood Door Compatible:
- Yes
- Product Model:
- 37
- Product Size:
- 36"
- Fire Rating:
- Yes
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Rim