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Falcon Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP Narrow Stile Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device - Night Latch/Hold Back, Optional Pull, with Rim Cylinder Only - 51 IN FAL-1992NL-OP/HB-OP-51IN

Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP Narrow Stile Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device with Night Latch/Hold Back Function - 51 Inch

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Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP Narrow Stile Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device with Night Latch/Hold Back Function - 51 Inch

Grade 1 Aluminum Storefront Exit Device Solution

The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is a Grade 1 narrow stile concealed vertical rod exit device from the 1990 Series, specifically designed for 51-inch aluminum storefront doors with 1-3/4" thickness. This ANSI A156.3-2001 certified device features dual cylinder functions - night latch operation that retracts the latch without unlocking the exit device, and hold back operation that retracts and holds the latch back. The aluminum cross bar construction with narrow stile center case provides reliable egress for commercial and retail applications requiring durable crossbar solutions.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 51-Inch Length: Factory-sized for specific door applications with field cut-down capability for custom installations.
  • Grade 1 Durability: ANSI A156.3-2001 certified construction ensures reliable performance in demanding commercial environments.
  • Narrow Stile Design: Aluminum cross bar and center case specifically engineered to fit small stile aluminum doors with 1-3/4" thickness.
  • Dual Cylinder Functions: Night latch (NL-OP) and hold back (HB-OP) options provide flexible key control - night latch retracts latch only, hold back retracts and holds latch back.
  • Field Reversible Installation: Non-handed design allows convenient field reversibility for various door configurations.
  • Tamper-Resistant Features: Standard hex dogging and concealed mounting screws prevent unauthorized tampering and adjustment.
  • Retrofit Compatible: Ideal for retrofit commercial and retail applications requiring reliable crossbar exit solutions.
  • 10-Year Limited Warranty: Comprehensive manufacturer warranty provides long-term protection and confidence.

Technical Specifications

  • ANSI/BHMA: ANSI A156.3-2001
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Door Hand Direction: Field Reversible
  • Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
  • Grade: Grade 1
  • Lock Function: Exit Only
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Function: Exit Only
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Projection: 4-3/8"
  • Product Size: 51"
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Concealed Vertical Rod
  • Series: 1990 Series
  • Stile Type: Narrow Stile
  • Subcategory: Concealed Vertical Rod
  • Trim Hardware: Less Trim

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including 1-3/4" door thickness, narrow stile width compatibility, and handing as applicable to this concealed vertical rod device.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for the 51" device length.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for concealed vertical rod installation.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications, ensuring proper alignment of vertical rods.
  5. Adjust operational components including night latch and hold back cylinder functions for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation to verify proper night latch and hold back functions, hex dogging operation, and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Retail Establishments and Storefronts
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Falcon Quality?

Falcon 1990 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with aluminum cross bar construction and Grade 1 ANSI A156.3-2001 certification for demanding commercial applications. The 10-year limited warranty and UL305 listing provide added confidence for critical egress applications. Engineered specifically for narrow stile aluminum doors where dependable performance and tamper resistance are essential.

Product Specs

Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Series:
1990 Series
Grade:
Grade 1
ANSI/BHMA:
ANSI A156.3-2001
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Product Type:
Exit Devices - Concealed Vertical Rod
Subcategory:
Concealed Vertical Rod
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Stile Type:
Narrow Stile
Lock Function:
Exit Only
Product Function:
Exit Only
Door Hand Direction:
Field Reversible
Door Thickness Range:
1-3/4"
Product Size:
51"
Product Projection:
4-3/8"
Trim Hardware:
Less Trim
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP 51IN US26D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can the 51 inch Falcon 1992NL be cut down for a narrower door?
Yes. The 51 inch length is a factory size, and the device can be field cut down for narrower openings. Cut only after you have confirmed the finished door width, since you cannot add length back.
2) What is the difference between night latch and hold back on a Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP?
Both are key functions from the outside cylinder. Night latch retracts the latch momentarily so you can pull the door open, without unlocking the device. Hold back retracts the latch and holds it back, so the door stays in a free entry condition until you key it again, which is how most retail storefronts run during business hours.
3) Does the Falcon 1992NL come with outside trim or a cylinder?
It ships less trim, so outside pull hardware is a separate line. The NL-OP/HB-OP functions work off a rim cylinder, which you order to your keyway and keying, and the device itself is exit only from the inside.
4) What bottom latch options are available on the Falcon 1992NL, and which one works with an electric strike?
Bottom latching is a choice at order time: a rod bottom latch (RL) or a pullman bottom latch (PL). Pullman is the usual pick where a floor strike or threshold condition makes a rod latch awkward. If you are electrifying the opening, there is also a top latch option (ES) intended for use with electric strikes.
5) What is the closest crossbar concealed vertical rod exit device to the Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP from another manufacturer?
The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is a Grade 1 narrow stile concealed vertical rod device with an aluminum crossbar, built for 1-3/4 inch doors. The nearest crossbar peers are the Von Duprin 5547, a Grade 1 narrow stile concealed vertical rod crossbar device for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Corbin Russwin ED7800, a Grade 1 narrow stile crossbar concealed vertical rod device also for 1-3/4 inch doors. The ED7800 accepts operator trim, while the Falcon 1992NL ships less trim with night latch and hold back cylinder functions.
6) Can the Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP be used on a fire rated opening, and what are the alternatives if not?
The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is certified to ANSI A156.3-2001 at Grade 1 and carries standard hex dogging, which is characteristic of non-fire-rated panic hardware. Where the opening requires a fire labeled device, the fire rated concealed vertical rod peers are the Adams Rite 3600 Series and the Adams Rite 3900 Series, which lists a 1-1/2 hour rating, and the Sargent 12-MD8613, a fire rated Grade 1 classroom function device.
7) Which concealed vertical rod exit device should I use if the door is a wide stile hollow metal or wood door instead of aluminum storefront?
The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is a narrow stile device engineered for small stile aluminum doors. For wide stile openings, the Adams Rite 8500 Series is a Grade 1 wide stile concealed vertical rod device for hollow metal doors, the Corbin Russwin ED5800 is a Grade 1 wide stile unit for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the BEST Precision 2701 Series is a wide stile reversible concealed vertical rod device for wood doors.
8) I need a push pad instead of a crossbar on a narrow stile aluminum door - what replaces the Falcon 1992NL?
The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP uses an aluminum cross bar with a narrow stile center case. If your spec calls for a touchpad, the DORMA 9600BB Series is a Grade 1 narrow stile pushpad concealed vertical rod device rated heavy duty for 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors, and the CRL Jackson 1285 is a push pad concealed vertical rod panic exit that covers narrow, medium or wide stile. The Von Duprin 3347A is a narrow stile Grade 1 concealed vertical rod device with a grooved case for 1-3/4 inch doors.
9) What looks like a substitute for the Falcon 1992NL but will not fit a narrow stile aluminum door?
Several concealed vertical rod devices share the same rod architecture but are built for wide stile doors, so they will not land on a narrow stile aluminum storefront the way the Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP does. Those include the BEST Precision 2801 Series wide stile, the Adams Rite 3600 and 8500 Series wide stile, the DORMA 9100 Series Grade 1 wide stile pushpad, the CRL Jackson 1085 Series 48 inch wide stile exit only device, and the Sargent 12-MD8613 wide stile classroom device.
10) Do I have to specify handing when ordering the Falcon 1990 Series concealed vertical rod device?
No. The 1992NL is field reversible, so one device covers left and right hand openings and you set the hand during installation. That makes it easier to stock a single part across a building with mixed swings.
11) Is the Falcon 1992NL exit device Grade 1?
Yes. It is certified to ANSI A156.3-2001 at Grade 1, the top durability class for exit devices, which is what most commercial and institutional specs call for on a main entry.
12) Can I dog the Falcon 1992NL down during business hours?
Yes, hex dogging is standard on the device, so the crossbar can be held depressed and the door pushed open freely. The dogging is hex key operated and the mounting screws are concealed, which keeps it out of reach of the public.
13) Why choose a concealed vertical rod device instead of a rim device with a mullion?
On a pair of storefront doors, the concealed vertical rod latches at the head and the threshold, so both leaves stay usable with no center mullion in the opening. That matters where you move stock or furniture through. A rim device with a removable mullion is simpler to install and service since nothing is buried in the leaf, but you give up the clear opening width. The Falcon 1992NL runs its rods inside the door, which also keeps them out of sight and out of the way of tampering.
14) Will the Falcon 1992NL work as a retrofit on an existing storefront door?
It is intended for retrofit commercial and retail crossbar applications, but concealed rod devices need the door prepped for the rods and the top and bottom latch points, so confirm the existing leaf was built for a concealed rod device. If you are replacing another crossbar concealed rod unit on a 1-3/4 inch narrow stile aluminum door, that is the straightforward case. Use the Falcon 1990 Series installation instructions and templates to check the prep before you pull the old device.
15) What if I need a concealed vertical rod exit device with no bottom rod?
The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is supplied as a concealed vertical rod device with optional bottom latch selections including a rod bottom latch and a Pullman bottom latch. Where the opening calls for a less bottom rod arrangement, the Von Duprin 3347A-EO is an exit only narrow stile Grade 1 concealed vertical rod device specified less bottom rod for 1-3/4 inch doors.
16) Which narrow stile concealed vertical rod devices should I look at if the 1992NL is not right for a taller or wider storefront door?
The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is factory sized at 51 inches with field cut-down capability and optional top rod extensions for doors up to 8, 9 or 10 feet. If you are sizing at 36 inches instead, the Von Duprin 5547 and 7547 are both 3 ft Grade 1 narrow stile concealed vertical rod devices for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the DORMA 9600BB is a 36 inch Grade 1 narrow stile unit. Note the Von Duprin 7547 is listed as not wood door compatible.
17) Is there a non-handed narrow stile exit only concealed vertical rod device comparable to the Falcon 1992NL?
Yes. The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP is field reversible, so one device covers either hand. The BEST Precision 2601 Series is likewise an exit only, narrow stile, non-handed concealed vertical rod device, and the Von Duprin 3347A-EO is an exit only narrow stile Grade 1 unit for 1-3/4 inch doors.
18) What finishes does the Falcon 1990 Series narrow stile exit device come in?
Four: P28 satin aluminum clear anodized and P13 dark bronze anodized, which are the two that match most storefront framing, plus P35 flat black coated and US26D satin chrome.
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Does the Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP 51IN US26D come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Falcon 1992NL-OP/HB-OP 51IN US26D is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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