Adams Rite 8200 Series 36" Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device
Life-Safety Exit Device for Narrow Stile Aluminum Applications
The Adams Rite 8200 Series 36" Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device delivers professional-grade life-safety performance for narrow stile aluminum door applications requiring two-point locking. Designed for 36" [914.4 mm] openings with minimum 2" stile width, this Grade 1 exit device accommodates door thicknesses from 1-3/4" [44.5 mm] to 2-1/4" [57.2 mm]. The extruded aluminum push bar adjusts from 30" [762 mm] to 44" [1117.6 mm] height and features a projection of 2-15/16" [74.6 mm] when fully projected.
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' with standard configuration.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for the 36" opening configuration.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for surface vertical rod mounting.
- Install all mounting hardware including header strike and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications using standard machine screws.
- Adjust push bar height between 30" and 44" for proper positioning and configure dogging mechanism with hex key or optional cylinder dogging as required.
- Test device operation including top rotating bolt latching mechanism and bottom hexagonal hardened steel bolt 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 Adams Rite Quality?
Adams Rite 8200 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with extruded aluminum construction and patented top latching mechanism rated for Grade 1 performance. The 5-year manufacturer warranty provides comprehensive coverage for demanding commercial applications. Engineered for life-safety applications where dependable two-point locking performance is essential for narrow stile aluminum door systems.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Series:
- 8200 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:
- Narrow Stile
- Product Model:
- 82 Life- Safety
- Product Length:
- 36"
- Fire Rating:
- No
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod