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Detex 50/51 Advantex Series Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device - Grade 1 Commercial

Detex 50/51 Advantex Series Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device - Grade 1 Commercial

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Detex 50/51 Advantex Series Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device - Grade 1 Commercial

Super-Heavy-Duty Panic and Fire Exit Hardware for Narrow Stile Double Doors

The Detex 50/51 Advantex Series Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device delivers Grade 1 commercial-grade performance for narrow stile double doors without mullions. This super-heavy-duty panic and fire exit hardware features stainless steel deadlocking top latch, hardened steel bottom drop bolt with dust proof strike, and field-reversible operation. All exposed surfaces are finished over stainless steel with environmentally friendly PVD coating for exceptional durability in high-use, high-abuse commercial environments.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Grade 1 Commercial Rating: Meets the highest industry standards for heavy-duty commercial applications with superior durability and performance.
  • Super-Heavy-Duty Construction: Engineered for years of trouble-free service in high-use, high-abuse environments with robust materials and design.
  • Stainless Steel Security Components: Features stainless steel deadlocking top latch and stainless steel rod covers for enhanced security and corrosion resistance.
  • Hardened Steel Bottom Bolt: Hardened steel bottom drop bolt with dust proof strike provides reliable latching and extended service life.
  • ADA Compliant Design: Includes ADA ramped bottom bolt cover for accessibility compliance in commercial installations.
  • Field-Reversible Operation: Handed design with field-reversible capability allows adaptation to various door configurations without device replacement.
  • Patented Installation System: Patented mounting plate and strike locator system replaces paper templates for the easiest and most accurate installation available.
  • Minimal Door Preparation: Field-sizeable design with minimal door prep requirements saves installation time and reduces costs.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty for added confidence and protection.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Grade: Grade 1
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Function: Device Only - Exit Only
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Model: 50/51
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Series: 50/51 Series
  • Stile: Narrow
  • Stile Type: Narrow Stile
  • Subcategory: Advantex Series
  • Warranty: 10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, narrow stile width, and handing as applicable to this vertical rod exit device.
  2. Use the patented mounting plate and strike locator system to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces, eliminating the need for paper templates.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for the field-sizeable design.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications, utilizing the minimal door prep design.
  5. Adjust operational components including the stainless steel deadlocking top latch and hardened steel bottom drop bolt for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation including panic function, dogging mechanism (1/8 turn hex or cylinder), and field-reversible settings 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 Narrow Stile Doors
  • Educational Facilities and Schools
  • Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
  • Retail Establishments and Shopping Centers
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Detex Quality?

Detex 50/51 Advantex Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with super-heavy-duty construction featuring stainless steel components and environmentally friendly PVD finishing over stainless steel. The patented mounting plate and strike locator system ensures precise installation while the Grade 1 commercial rating guarantees performance in demanding applications. Backed by a comprehensive 10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty, this exit device is engineered for years of trouble-free service in high-use commercial environments.



Resources

Installation Instructions
Parts List
Door Templates

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Advantex Series
Series:
50/51 Series
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Product Type:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Warranty:
10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
Grade:
Grade 1
Stile:
Narrow
Stile Type:
Narrow Stile
Product Model:
50/51
Product Function:
Device Only - Exit Only
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Detex 50-630-36x84 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can the Detex 50/51 Advantex vertical rod device latch a pair of doors with no mullion?
Yes. The 50/51 Advantex surface vertical rod device latches at the head and at the threshold rather than into a strike on the edge of the door, so it secures narrow stile double doors without a removable mullion. That is the main reason to pick a vertical rod device over a rim device, which needs either a strike on the frame or a mullion between the leaves.
2) What door heights and widths does the Detex 50/51 exit device cover?
Device width is 36 inches, and rods are supplied for 84 inch, 96 inch, or 120 inch door heights. The design is field sizeable, so the rods are cut to the actual opening during installation. Pick the height bracket that matches your leaf; ordering the 84 inch set for a 96 inch door leaves you short.
3) Do I have to order the Detex 50/51 handed, and can it be flipped on site?
It is ordered handed, right hand reverse or left hand reverse, which are the two hands that apply to an out-swinging exit door. The device is field reversible, so if the wrong hand shows up on the jobsite you can change it over rather than swapping the whole device.
4) What is the difference between the top and bottom rod version and the top rod only version of the Detex 50/51?
Two rod configurations are offered. Top and bottom rod latches at both the header and the floor, giving two points of security. Top rod only (less bottom rod) latches at the head alone, which keeps the floor clear of a bolt and strike, a common choice where floor debris, carpet, or water jams a bottom bolt. Where you do use the bottom bolt, it is hardened steel with a dust proof strike and an ADA ramped cover.
5) Can I hold the Detex 50/51 unlatched during business hours?
Yes, if you order it with dogging. Three choices: hex dogging (1/8 turn hex key), cylinder dogging for keyed control, or less/no dogging. Cylinder dogging is the usual pick for retail and schools where staff should not carry a hex wrench; note that a cylinder is a separate order item. Choose less dogging if the opening is fire rated, since fire exit hardware cannot be held retracted.
6) What electrified options can I get on the Detex 50/51 Advantex?
Four electrified builds plus a straight mechanical version: EA hardwired electric alarm, EB electric alarm with battery, EX request to exit signal switch, and EE delayed egress. EB suits a door with no power run to it, EX is what an access control panel needs to see a legitimate exit, and EE is the choice for controlled openings where local code permits delayed egress. The electrified option is specified at order time, so decide before you buy.
7) Does the Detex 50/51 include a lever or pull for outside entry?
No. It is an exit only device, so there is no outside trim and no way to get back in through the door. If your tenants or staff need to re-enter, you need a trim-prepped device and matching outside trim instead.
8) What surface vertical rod exit device should I use on a wide stile door instead of the Detex 50/51 Advantex?
The Detex 50/51 Advantex surface vertical rod device is built for narrow stile doors, so a wide stile aluminum or hollow metal door calls for a device prepped for that stile. The Von Duprin 8827-3FT is a Grade 1 wide stile surface vertical rod device in the 88 Series for a 3 ft door with a 1-3/4 inch door thickness, and the Imperial USA ED-VR531 is a Grade 1 wide stile surface vertical rod device in the ED-500 Series for a 36 inch door. Both are exit only devices like the Detex.
9) Is the Cal-Royal 9860 a direct substitute for the Detex 50/51 Advantex vertical rod exit device?
They are not the same class of device. The Cal-Royal 9860 is a heavy duty Grade 2 surface vertical rod exit device with ADA compliance, non fire rated, exit only. The Detex 50/51 Advantex is a Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device, also exit only. If your spec calls for Grade 1, the 9860 will not satisfy it.
10) I have a 48 inch wide door - what vertical rod exit device covers that instead of the Detex 50/51?
The Detex 50/51 Advantex is offered in a 36 inch device size. For a 48 inch leaf, the Marks USA M9900VR is offered as a 48 by 84 inch vertical rod panic exit device, exit only, and the fire rated equivalent is the Marks USA MARM9900F-VR at 48 by 84 inches, also exit only.
11) I need a fire rated vertical rod exit device - is the Detex 50/51 the right pick?
If the opening is a fire door, look at a device catalogued as fire rated. The Marks USA M9900FVR is a fire rated vertical rod exit device for a 36 by 84 inch door, exit only and non-handed, and the MARM9900F-VR covers a 48 by 84 inch fire rated opening. The Delaney F9100 Series is a Grade 1 fire rated heavy duty vertical rod device for a 36 by 84 inch door in an aluminum finish. The Detex 50/51 Advantex is the Grade 1 narrow stile choice where a fire label is not the governing requirement.
12) Can I match the Detex 50/51 to the brass and bronze hardware already on my other doors?
Ten finishes are offered: 605 polished brass, 606 brushed brass, 611 polished bronze, 612 brushed bronze, 613 oil rubbed bronze, 628 brushed aluminum, 629 polished stainless, 630 brushed stainless, 693 black painted, and 695 dark bronze painted. Those BHMA numbers are the same codes used across commercial hardware lines, so matching existing openings is a matter of specifying the same number.
13) Is there a hurricane rated version of the Detex 50/51?
Yes, hurricane rating is a yes/no choice made when ordering. If the opening falls in a wind-borne debris zone and the drawing calls for impact rated hardware, select the hurricane option; the standard build does not carry it.
14) How much door prep does the Detex 50/51 need, and are templates available?
Prep is minimal and the device is field sizeable. Detex supplies a patented mounting plate and strike locator that replaces paper templates, which is what keeps the top strike and bottom strike aligned with the rods. Installation instructions and the parts list are both published as PDFs, so a crew can pull hole locations and part numbers before going to the door.
15) I need a fire rated vertical rod device for a labeled opening. Does the Detex 50/51 work?
Fire labeled openings need hardware listed as fire exit hardware, ordered without mechanical dogging. If you want a device whose fire rating is confirmed on record, the Delaney F9100 Series Grade 1 vertical rod device for a 36 x 84 door is listed as fire rated, and Marks USA offers fire rated vertical rod devices at 36 x 84 (M9900FVR) and 48 x 84 (M9900F-VR).
16) Do I have to order handing on a vertical rod exit device, or are there non-handed options?
The Detex 50/51 Advantex is ordered by handing, right hand reverse or left hand reverse, and the device is field-reversible. If you would rather stock one non-handed part, the Marks USA M9900VR 36 by 84 inch vertical rod panic device is non-handed, as is the fire rated M9900FVR at 36 by 84 inches.
17) What is a simpler Grade 1 vertical rod exit device than the Detex 50/51 Advantex for a standard 36 by 84 door?
The Delaney 9100 Series is a Grade 1 heavy duty vertical rod device sized for a 36 by 84 inch door in a stainless steel finish, and the Delaney 8100 Series is a Grade 1 vertical rod device for the same 36 by 84 inch opening. Both are single-size, non fire rated devices. The Detex 50/51 Advantex is a 36 inch narrow stile device offered for 84, 96 and 120 inch door heights, in top and bottom rod or top rod only configurations, and in ten finishes from 605 polished brass through 695 dark bronze painted.
18) Will the Detex 50/51 hold up in a coastal or wash-down environment?
Construction favors corrosion resistance: stainless steel deadlocking top latch, stainless steel rod covers, and all exposed surfaces finished over stainless steel with a PVD coating. For exterior and high-abuse openings the polished or brushed stainless finishes (629 and 630) are the straightforward pick.
How fast can I get the Detex 50-630-36x84 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Detex 50-630-36x84 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Detex 50-630-36x84 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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