Adams Rite 8200 Series 42" Life-Safety Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device
Professional Life-Safety Exit Solution for Narrow Stile Aluminum Applications
The Adams Rite 8200 Series 42" Life-Safety Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device provides reliable two-point locking for narrow stile aluminum doors requiring life-safety compliance. Designed for 42" [1066.8 mm] openings with minimum 2" stile width, this Grade 1 exit device accommodates door thicknesses from 1-3/4" [44.5 mm] standard up 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, 1-15/16" [49.2 mm] when dogged.
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' [2.44 m].
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for the 42" 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 and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications using standard machine screws.
- Adjust push bar height between 30" [762 mm] to 44" [1117.6 mm] for proper alignment and ADA compliance as required.
- Test device operation including two-point locking mechanism, dogging function, and cylinder 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 with Aluminum Storefronts
- Educational Facilities with Narrow Stile Doors
- Healthcare Institutions Requiring Life-Safety Compliance
- Retail Establishments with Aluminum Entry Systems
- 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 Grade 1 performance rating for demanding commercial applications. The patented top latching mechanism with hardened steel components ensures dependable two-point locking, while the 5-year warranty provides added confidence for life-safety installations. Engineered specifically for narrow stile aluminum doors where reliable exit device performance is essential.
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:
- 42"
- Fire Rating:
- No
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod