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Detex Advantex 50xW Series Fire Rated Weatherized Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for 36" Narrow Stile Doors

Detex Advantex 50xW Series Fire Rated Weatherized Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for 36" Narrow Stile Doors

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Detex Advantex 50xW Series Fire Rated Weatherized Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for 36" Narrow Stile Doors

Super-Heavy-Duty Weatherized Exit Hardware for Narrow Stile Double Doors

The Detex Advantex 50xW Series weatherized surface vertical rod exit device delivers super-heavy-duty panic and fire exit hardware performance for 36" narrow stile double doors without a mullion. This Grade 1 fire rated device features stainless steel construction with PVD finishing and meets UL1034-34 Temperature Section 34, UL1034-54 Dust Section 54, MIL-STD 810F Method 506.4 driving rain test, and MIL-STD 810F Method 509.4 salt fog test standards. All 50xW series devices include top and bottom rod covers with ADA compliant ramped bottom bolt cover for complete weatherized protection.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Narrow Stile Door Compatibility: Designed specifically for 36" narrow stile double doors without mullion for versatile commercial applications.
  • Super-Heavy-Duty Construction: Grade 1 rated device with stainless steel deadlocking top latch and hardened steel bottom drop bolt for maximum durability in high-use environments.
  • Weatherized Protection: Meets MIL-STD 810F driving rain and salt fog testing with stainless steel rod covers and environmentally resistant components for outdoor and harsh environment applications.
  • Fire Safety Compliance: UL listed panic and fire exit hardware with full fire rating certification for code-compliant emergency egress applications.
  • Advanced Installation System: Patented mounting plate and strike locator system eliminates paper templates for faster, more accurate installation with minimal door preparation.
  • Stainless Steel Security: All exposed surfaces finished over stainless steel with PVD coating and stainless steel 316 fasteners for enhanced security and corrosion resistance.
  • Field Configurable: Field sizeable with 1/8 turn hex or cylinder dogging options and field reversible handing for installation flexibility.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty for long-term protection and confidence.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Duty Level: Super-Heavy-Duty
  • Fire Rating: Yes
  • Grade: Grade 1
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Model: 50xW
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Series: 50 Series
  • Stile Type: Narrow Stile
  • Subcategory: Advantex Series
  • Warranty: 10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
  • Weatherized: Yes

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and/or frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device 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
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Weatherized Construction

This device features comprehensive weatherization with components resistant to temperature extremes, dust, driving rain, and salt fog exposure. All fasteners utilize stainless steel 316 material and exposed surfaces receive PVD finishing over stainless steel for superior outdoor performance and corrosion resistance in harsh environmental conditions.

Why Choose Detex Quality?

Detex Advantex Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with stainless steel construction and Grade 1 performance ratings for demanding commercial applications. The patented mounting system and super-heavy-duty components ensure years of trouble-free service in high-use, high-abuse environments. Backed by a 10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty for added confidence and protection.



Resources

Installation Instructions
Parts List
Door Templates

Product Specs

Series:
50 Series
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Product Type:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Subcategory:
Advantex Series
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Grade:
Grade 1
Weatherized:
Yes
Warranty:
10 Year Mechanical/3 year Electrical Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
Stile Type:
Narrow Stile
Duty Level:
Super-Heavy-Duty
Product Model:
50xW
Fire Rating:
Yes
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Detex F-50W HD 628 96 36X84 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Detex Advantex 50xW work on a pair of narrow stile aluminum doors with no mullion?
That is exactly what it is built for. The 50xW is a surface vertical rod device for 36 inch narrow stile double doors without a mullion. Because it latches at the head and at the threshold rather than into a center post, each leaf secures independently and the opening stays clear. If your doors are wide stile aluminum or hollow metal, this is the wrong stile type and you want a wide stile vertical rod device such as the Von Duprin 8827-3FT.
2) What door heights does the Detex 50xW exit device cover?
Rod lengths are ordered by door height in three options: 84 inch, 96 inch, and 120 inch. Door width is 36 inches. The device is field sizeable, so the rods can be cut down on site within the ordered height range rather than returning for a different part.
3) Is the Detex Advantex 50xW fire rated, and what grade is it?
Fire rated, Grade 1, and UL listed as panic and fire exit hardware. Duty level is super-heavy-duty. Worth knowing before you spec: on a fire rated opening the device cannot be dogged down, so the hex or cylinder dogging options are for non-rated use only.
4) Do I have to specify handing on the Detex 50xW, and can it be changed in the field?
Handing is a required selection, Right Hand Reverse or Left Hand Reverse, which is normal for exit devices since they always swing out. The handing is field reversible, so a device that shows up on the wrong leaf can be flipped on site instead of exchanged.
5) Can a vertical rod exit device be used on an exterior door exposed to rain and salt air?
The 50xW is the weatherized version of the Advantex 50 Series and is tested for it: MIL-STD 810F Method 506.4 driving rain, MIL-STD 810F Method 509.4 salt fog, UL1034-34 temperature and UL1034-54 dust. Fasteners are stainless steel 316 and exposed surfaces are PVD over stainless. That combination is what you want on coastal, loading dock, and stadium openings where a standard painted steel device corrodes.
6) What electrified options can I get on the Detex Advantex 50xW?
Five choices, and one is required at order: None, EA hardwired electric alarm, EX request to exit signal switch, EE delayed egress, or ER EX electric latch retraction with a request to exit switch. EA is the local alarmed-exit door. EX just reports the push to your access control. EE is the 15 second delayed egress door where code permits it. ER EX is what you use when the access system needs to retract the latch for card-in traffic.
7) What else could I use instead of the Detex 50xW on a 36 inch fire rated door?
If you do not need the weatherized construction and the opening is interior, two fire rated surface vertical rod options we carry for a 36 by 84 door are the Delaney F9100 Series, Grade 1 fire rated in an aluminum finish, and the Marks USA M9900FVR, fire rated and exit only with no outside trim. Note the Marks is exit only, so if you need a night latch or lever on the pull side it will not cover the job. The Delaney is listed for a 36 by 84 opening only, so taller doors still point back to the Detex, which covers 84, 96, and 120 inch heights.
8) Can I use a Cal-Royal 9860 or Imperial ED-VR531 in place of the Detex 50xW?
Not on a fire rated narrow stile opening. The Cal-Royal 9860 is a Grade 2 heavy duty exit-only device with no fire rating. The Imperial USA ED-VR531 is Grade 1 but wide stile and not fire rated, so it will not fit a narrow stile aluminum door. The Detex 50xW is Grade 1, fire rated, super-heavy-duty, and narrow stile. Those two are substitutes only on a non-rated opening of the matching stile type.
9) My aluminum storefront door is wide stile, not narrow stile. What vertical rod exit device should I use instead of the Detex 50xW?
The Advantex 50xW is built for narrow stile doors, so a wide stile leaf calls for a different device. The Von Duprin 8827-3FT is a Grade 1 wide stile surface vertical rod device for a 3 foot 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 for a 36 inch door in an exit only configuration. Note that neither of those carries a fire rating, so if the opening is a fire door the wide stile options above will not satisfy it.
10) I have a pair of 48 inch doors, not 36 inch. What vertical rod exit device covers that width?
The Advantex 50xW is offered in a 36 inch size, so a 48 inch leaf needs a different device. The Marks USA M9900VR-48X84 is a 48 inch by 84 inch vertical rod panic exit device in an exit only configuration, and the Marks USA M9900F-VR (MAR-MARM9900F-VR-48) is a 48 inch by 84 inch fire rated vertical rod panic device, also exit only. Choose the fire rated M9900F-VR if the opening is a rated door assembly.
11) Which vertical rod exit device should I spec for an exterior door on a coastal building?
The Detex Advantex 50xW is the one specified for that condition. It is weatherized, Grade 1, fire rated and super-heavy-duty, and its construction is stated to meet MIL-STD 810F driving rain and salt fog testing with PVD finishing over stainless steel and stainless steel 316 fasteners. The comparable vertical rod devices from Cal-Royal, Delaney, Imperial USA, Marks USA and Von Duprin are standard commercial devices without a weatherized designation, so for salt air exposure the 50xW is the appropriate choice.
12) What does the less bottom rod option on the Detex 50xW do, and should I order it?
Less bottom rod deletes the lower rod and floor strike so nothing runs to the threshold. Crews pick it where the floor is uneven, where a bottom bolt would collect dirt or snow, or to keep a clean sweep across the sill. On a weatherized exterior opening, keeping the bottom rod is usually the point, and the full device ships with top and bottom rod covers plus an ADA compliant ramped bottom bolt cover so the latch at the sill is not a trip hazard.
13) What outside trim choices are there for the Detex 50xW, and what if I only need egress?
Four trim selections: Exit Only with no outside operation, 01CN blank plate, 03CN night latch trim, or 08DN classroom lever trim. Exit only is the usual pick for a stair discharge or emergency exit. Night latch gives key retraction for after-hours entry. The 08DN lever is for openings that need normal pull-side entry.
14) Hex dogging or cylinder dogging on an exit device, which should I order?
Three options exist on the 50xW: hex dogging, cylinder dogging, or less dogging. Hex uses a 1/8 turn allen key, cheapest and fine where only staff touch it. Cylinder dogging takes a keyed mortise cylinder so the same person who carries the building key can hold the door in push-pull, which is what schools and offices usually want. Less dogging is the correct choice on a fire rated opening, since fire exit hardware must latch at all times.
15) Can I add hurricane rating to the Detex 50xW?
Yes. Beyond the standard weatherized build, there are two optional ratings at order: H for hurricane, and HF for hurricane and fire rated together. HF is the one to specify on a Florida or Gulf Coast opening that is both an impact-rated assembly and part of a rated egress path.
16) Is the bottom latch on the Detex 50xW a trip hazard for ADA compliance?
No. The bottom bolt cover is ADA compliant and ramped, so the floor strike does not present an edge across the path of travel. Top and bottom rod covers are included on every 50xW, which also keeps the rods out of reach in a public corridor.
17) I need a simpler exit only vertical rod device for an interior 36 inch door. Is there something less than the Detex 50xW?
Yes. The Advantex 50xW is a super-heavy-duty weatherized device that can be ordered with outside trim such as night latch or classroom lever trim, which is more device than a plain interior egress door needs. For exit only, the Marks USA M9900VR is a 36 inch by 84 inch vertical rod panic device in a non-handed exit only build, and the Delaney 8100 Series (DLY-8100-3684) is a Grade 1 vertical rod device for a 36 inch by 84 inch door. The Cal-Royal 9860 is a Grade 2 heavy duty exit only surface vertical rod device with ADA compliance. None of those three is fire rated, so they suit non-rated interior openings only.
18) Is the Cal-Royal 9860 a direct substitute for the Detex Advantex 50xW?
They are both surface vertical rod exit devices, but they are not equivalents. The Cal-Royal 9860 is Grade 2, heavy duty, exit only, and not fire rated. The Advantex 50xW is Grade 1, super-heavy-duty, fire rated, and weatherized for narrow stile doors, and it can be ordered with cylinder or hex dogging and with outside trim. If a spec calls for Grade 1 fire exit hardware or the door sees weather, the 9860 will not meet it.
19) Do any of the comparable vertical rod devices offer electrified options like delayed egress or electric latch retraction?
The Advantex 50xW can be ordered with a hardwired electric alarm, a request to exit switch, delayed egress, or electric latch retraction with a request to exit switch. The comparable vertical rod devices from Cal-Royal, Delaney, Imperial USA, Marks USA and Von Duprin are catalogued as mechanical exit only or standard panic devices, so if the opening needs access control integration or a delayed egress function, the 50xW is the device that carries those builds.
20) Which finishes does the Detex Advantex 50 Series weatherized device come in?
Eight: 605 polished brass, 606 brushed brass, 611 polished bronze, 612 brushed bronze, 613 oil rubbed bronze, 628 brushed aluminum, 630 brushed stainless steel, and 693 black painted. All are applied by PVD over stainless steel, which is why the brass and bronze tones hold up outdoors instead of clouding. For a property standardizing on existing storefront, 628 matches clear anodized aluminum and 630 matches satin stainless pulls.
21) How much door prep does the Detex Advantex 50 Series need, and are templates available?
The Advantex uses a patented mounting plate and strike locator system that replaces paper templates, so the installer locates the strike off the device itself and door prep stays minimal. Detex publishes installation instructions, a parts list, and 50 Series door prep templates, and the instruction and parts documents are linked on the product record for download before the crew goes out.
22) What are the latch materials on the Detex 50xW for a high abuse door?
The top latch is stainless steel and deadlocking, and the bottom is a hardened steel drop bolt. Deadlocking at the head means the latch cannot be shimmed back once the door closes. Combined with the Grade 1 super-heavy-duty rating and 316 stainless fasteners, this is the build specified for schools, transit, and warehouse doors that get slammed all day.
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