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Adams Rite Adams Rite 8500 Series (Life-Safety) Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device For Hollow Metal Doors ADA-8500

Adams Rite 8500 Series Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device for Hollow Metal Doors

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Adams Rite 8500 Series Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device for Hollow Metal Doors

Life-Safety Exit Device with Two-Point Locking for Hollow Metal Applications

The Adams Rite 8500 Series Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device delivers professional-grade life-safety performance specifically engineered for hollow metal door applications requiring concealed vertical rods with two-point locking. This Grade 1 exit device features an extruded aluminum push bar with standard sizes for 30", 36", 42", and 48" door openings, accommodating door thicknesses from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" with a minimum 3-1/2" stile width requirement. The device adjusts from 30" to 44" bar height and suits doors up to 66" above the selected bar height in standard configuration.

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

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4", minimum 3-1/2" stile width, and door height compatibility up to 66" above selected bar height.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces, ensuring proper alignment for concealed vertical rod operation.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions, paying special attention to stile wall requirements for 1/8" thickness.
  4. Install all mounting hardware using standard self-tapping screws and machine screws, or optional Sex Bolt Kits 26-0584 for enhanced security applications.
  5. Adjust bar height between 30" and 44" for proper positioning and verify projection measurements of 2-15/16" when fully projected and 1-15/16" when dogged.
  6. Test device operation including top latching mechanism deadlatch function around header strike and verify smooth operation throughout full range of motion. Install mortise cylinder with MS® cam if keyed entry function is required.

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 8500 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 rotating deadlatch bolt provides enhanced security performance, while the 5-year manufacturer warranty ensures long-term protection. Engineered specifically for hollow metal door applications where dependable life-safety performance and concealed vertical rod operation are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

8000 Series Overview Brochure

Product Specs

Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Series:
8500 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
Product Model:
85
Product Length:
30"
Fire Rating:
No
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Substrate:
Aluminum
Department:
Door Hardware

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