Adams Rite 8100 Series 48" Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for Wood and Hollow Metal Doors
Professional Life-Safety Exit Device Solution
The Adams Rite 8100 Series Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device delivers professional-grade life-safety performance for hollow metal and wood door applications requiring two-point locking. This 48" device accommodates doors up to 8' in height with adjustable bar height from 30" to 44", suitable for door thickness from 1-3/4" standard up to 2-1/4" with minimum 2" stile width. Grade 1 rated construction features extruded aluminum push bar with patented top latching mechanism and hardened steel bottom bolt for maximum security and durability.
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 door height up to 8' for standard configuration.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces, ensuring proper alignment for vertical rod operation.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for surface mounting configuration.
- Install mounting hardware using standard self-tapping screws and machine screws, or optional Sex Bolt Kits 26-0584 for enhanced security applications.
- Adjust bar height between 30" and 44" for proper ADA compliance and operational requirements, ensuring smooth vertical rod engagement.
- Test device operation including push bar activation, vertical rod extension, and dogging mechanism function. Verify proper latch engagement with header strike and bottom bolt operation. 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 Adams Rite Quality?
Adams Rite 8100 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with extruded aluminum construction and Grade 1 rating for demanding commercial applications. The patented top latching mechanism with hardened steel components ensures dependable two-point locking performance. Backed by a comprehensive 5-year warranty, this life-safety device provides the durability and security required for critical egress applications.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Series:
- 8100 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Stile Width:
- 3-3/4"
- Warranty:
- 5 Year
- Product Subgroup:
- Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
- Subcategory:
- Surface Vertical Rod
- Fasteners:
- Machine Screws
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Stile Type:
- Wide Stile
- Product Model:
- 81 Life- Safety
- Product Length:
- 48"
- Fire Rating:
- No
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod