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Falcon 179L-BE 1790 Series - Blank Escutcheon Lever Control Trim

Falcon 179L-BE 1790 Series Blank Escutcheon Lever Control Exit Device Trim

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Falcon 179L-BE 1790 Series Blank Escutcheon Lever Control Exit Device Trim

Professional Exit Device Trim Solution

The Falcon 179L-BE is a blank escutcheon lever control trim designed for use with Falcon 1790 Series rim exit devices. This commercial-grade trim component features cast metal construction for durability in demanding institutional applications including schools, hospitals, and government facilities. Certified to ANSI A156.3 Grade 1 standards and UL305 listed for reliable performance in medium to high use environments.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Grade 1 Certification: ANSI A156.3 Grade 1 standards ensure professional-grade performance and reliability for commercial applications.
  • UL Listed: UL305 listing provides fire safety compliance and code acceptance for institutional installations.
  • Cast Metal Construction: Durable cast metal cover plates and end caps withstand demanding applications and high-abuse environments.
  • 1790 Series Compatibility: Specifically designed for integration with Falcon 1790 Series rim exit devices for seamless installation.
  • Blank Escutcheon Design: Non-keyed configuration provides clean appearance while maintaining lever control functionality.
  • Institutional Grade: Engineered for medium to high use applications in schools, hospitals, and government facilities where durability is essential.
  • Simplified Maintenance: Rim device compatibility reduces parts count for easier long-term maintenance and service.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Duty Level: Medium Duty
  • Electronic: No
  • Handle Type: Lever
  • Keyed: No
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Function: Blank Escutcheon
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Model: 179L-BE
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Device Trim
  • Product Type: Exit Device Trim
  • Series: 1790 Series
  • Subcategory: Exit Device Trim

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

  • Educational Facilities and Schools
  • Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Institutional Facilities
  • High-Traffic Commercial Entrances
  • Medium to High Use Exit Points

Why Choose Falcon Quality?

Falcon 179L-BE exit device trim delivers professional-grade reliability with cast metal construction certified to ANSI A156.3 Grade 1 standards and UL305 listed for fire safety compliance. Designed specifically for demanding institutional applications where simplified maintenance and durability are essential. Engineered for medium to high use environments with fewer parts and pieces for long-term serviceability.

Manufacturer Resources

Falcon Exit Devices Catalog

Product Specs

Series:
1790 Series
Subcategory:
Exit Device Trim
Duty Level:
Medium Duty
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Device Trim
Product Type:
Exit Device Trims
Keyed:
No
Electronic:
No
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Handle Type:
Lever
Product Model:
179L-BE
Product Function:
Blank Escutcheon
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Falcon 179L-BE P28 DANE RHR – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Falcon 179L-BE trim work on a Falcon 1690 or 2090 exit device?
No. The 179L-BE is built for Falcon 1790 Series rim exit devices. Trim is series-specific on exit devices because the spindle and mounting prep differ, so match the trim to the device series on the door before ordering.
2) Do I have to order the Falcon 179L-BE by handing?
Yes, handing is an order option. The 179L-BE comes LHR (left hand reverse) or RHR (right hand reverse). Exit device openings are always reverse bevel, so determine handing by standing outside the door: if the hinges are on your right and the door pulls toward you, it's RHR.
3) Can I use the Falcon 179L-BE on a door where the outside needs to stay locked?
No. With no cylinder in the escutcheon the lever is always live, so the opening is free entry from the outside at all times. For a door that must stay secure, use a keyed trim, for example a storeroom function unit like the Tell EDELT80 or the Design Hardware KIL storeroom trim, or a nightlatch such as the Sargent 704ET.
4) What is the closest equivalent to the Falcon 179L-BE blank escutcheon trim from another manufacturer?
The Falcon 179L-BE is a non-keyed lever control trim with a blank escutcheon. The closest counterpart in knob form is the Von Duprin 210K-BE, a knob trim with blank escutcheon for 22 Series devices, rated Grade 1 and heavy duty. If you want to stay with a lever and a blank plate but change brands, the Detex 02BN is a dummy S-lever trim with blank escutcheon for Value Series devices. Both keep the unkeyed, blank-plate look; the Von Duprin uses a knob rather than a lever.
5) I need the outside lever to be released by an access control system - what replaces the Falcon 179L-BE?
The Falcon 179L-BE is a mechanical, non-electronic trim, so access control has to be handled elsewhere. Electrified alternatives include the Command Access ET15, ET25 and ET26, each offered with 12V/24V operation and fail safe or fail secure configuration, the Command Access 230L electrified trim for Von Duprin V96/36/23 Series devices, and the Von Duprin E360L-BE-03 Grade 1 electric passage trim with 03 lever, fail safe, for 33/35A Series. For standalone credential control without a panel, Dormakaba offers the E-Plex 201U electronic pushbutton exit trim and the PowerPlex P201U trim for rim, mortise and SVR devices.
6) I need a keyed lever exit trim instead of a blank escutcheon - what should I order?
The Falcon 179L-BE is not keyed, so it will not retract a latch with a key. For a keyed lever trim, the Tell EDELT80 is a storeroom function escutcheon lever trim and the Tell EDELT53 is an entry function version, both listing a 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door thickness range. The Design Hardware KIL storeroom and KIL entry trims are Grade 1 flat lever trims cut to the Schlage C keyway for 1000 and 2000 Series devices. Pamex E9000 is another Grade 1 storeroom lever trim, listed for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors.
7) What looks like a substitute for the Falcon 179L-BE but will not actually work?
Watch out for trims built for a different device platform or a different operating mode. The Falcon 179L-BE is made for Falcon 1790 Series rim exit devices. Corbin Russwin passage trims such as the x810ET (ED4000 Series) and x910ET (ED5200S/ED5200/ED5400/ED5800 Series) share the passage-style unkeyed feel but are matched to those Corbin device series. The Command Access ET15, ET25 and ET26 are electrified exit trims with 12V/24V operation, while the Falcon 179L-BE is a non-electronic mechanical trim. The Von Duprin 230DT is dummy trim, meaning the lever does not operate the device at all.
8) I have a classroom door that needs keyed control on the outside - is the Falcon 179L-BE the right trim?
No. The Falcon 179L-BE is an unkeyed blank escutcheon lever trim, which gives lever control without key function. For classroom openings, the Accentra 446F is a Grade 1 classroom function exit device trim with the Augusta lever, and the Dexter ED1000T-CLRM-TP-NC is a Grade 1 classroom trim with thumbpiece, pull plate and cylinder prep supplied less cylinder. The Accentra 441F is a night latch keyed lever trim in the same Augusta design if you want key retract instead.
9) What lever styles and finishes does the Falcon 179L-BE come in?
Three lever designs, Dane, Quantum, and Sutro, in four finishes: 628 aluminum anodized, SP313 dark bronze anodized, SP35 flat black coated, and 619 satin nickel. Any of the three levers can be had in any of those four finishes, in either hand, which is what makes it practical to standardize a building on one look.
10) Is the Falcon 179L-BE rated for a school or hospital corridor door?
It's a commercial trim certified to ANSI A156.3 Grade 1 and UL305 listed, with cast metal cover plates and end caps. Falcon rates it medium duty for medium to high use openings, which covers school, hospital, and municipal corridor traffic.
11) What is the difference between a blank escutcheon lever trim and a dummy trim on an exit device?
A blank escutcheon lever like the Falcon 179L-BE actually retracts the rim latch when you turn it, it just has no cylinder. A dummy trim is fixed and does nothing but give you something to grab, for example the Von Duprin 230DT or the Detex 02BN dummy S-lever with blank escutcheon. If people need to get back in through that door without a key, you want the operating lever, not the dummy.
12) Is there a simpler pull trim I can use instead of a lever trim on an exit-only door?
Yes. Where the outside side never needs a lever, pull trim is the simpler part. BEST offers the 1701 exit only pull trim for wide stile doors and the 2001 narrow stile exit only pull trim with cover plate, both for 2000 Series devices. The Tell EDPT pull trim includes a cylinder hole and ships less cylinder for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors. The Falcon 179L-BE differs in that it provides a lever control handle rather than a fixed pull.
13) What is the difference between the Falcon 179L-BE and a night latch lever trim?
The Falcon 179L-BE is a blank escutcheon, non-keyed lever control trim, so there is no cylinder in the plate. Night latch trims put a cylinder in the escutcheon so a key retracts the latch: examples are the Sargent 704ET, a Grade 1 heavy duty night latch lever trim with field reversible operation, the Sargent 704-ETL with key retract function, the Corbin Russwin VT957ET nightlatch escutcheon trim in stamped or formed stainless steel for ED5000 Series, and the Accentra 121NL nightlatch trim. Choose night latch when the outside must stay locked but allow keyed entry.
14) Is there a rose-style lever trim alternative to the escutcheon plate on the Falcon 179L-BE?
Yes. The Falcon 179L-BE uses a full escutcheon plate behind the lever. If you prefer a rose, the Arrow SRX01 is a passage function Sierra lever with rose for ED910, S1150 and S1250 devices, and Marks USA offers the M195F storeroom function lever and rose trim with spring loaded roses for M9900 touchbar devices along with the M195N lever and rose trim. A rose covers less of the door face, which matters if the existing prep or paint line follows an escutcheon footprint.
15) Which heavy duty exit trims compare with the medium duty Falcon 179L-BE?
The Falcon 179L-BE is rated medium duty and certified to ANSI A156.3 Grade 1 with a UL305 listing. If a specification calls out heavy duty, Von Duprin lists the 210K-BE knob trim with blank escutcheon, the 230DT dummy trim and the 110MD-NL night latch cylinder assembly all as Grade 1 heavy duty, and Sargent lists the 704ET and 704-ETL lever trims as Grade 1 heavy duty. Match the duty call-out on the drawing rather than the grade alone, since several of these carry the same grade with a different duty rating.
16) What unkeyed passage lever trims are comparable to the Falcon 179L-BE?
Unkeyed lever trim that simply operates the device is usually cataloged as passage. Peers in that function include the Corbin Russwin 3310AET for ED300 Series, the x810ET for ED4000 Series and the x910ET for the ED5200S, ED5200, ED5400 and ED5800 Series, all Grade 1 passage trims, plus the Arrow SRX01 passage Sierra lever. The Falcon 179L-BE achieves the same always-free outside lever using a blank escutcheon with no cylinder hole, and is built for Falcon 1790 Series rim devices.
17) Can I use the Falcon 179L-BE on a fire rated opening, or should I look at a different trim?
The Falcon 179L-BE is UL305 listed and certified to ANSI A156.3 Grade 1, and it is specified for schools, hospitals and government facilities. Among the comparable trims, the Accentra 121NL, 426F, 441F and 446F are each listed with a fire rating of No. Always confirm the trim against the label on the specific door assembly and the device it is paired with before ordering.
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