BEST 2108 Series Fire Rated Wide Stile Rim Exit Device with Key Controls Lever - 36"

BEST 2108 Series Fire Rated Wide Stile Rim Exit Device with Key Controls Lever - 36"

Professional Fire-Rated Exit Device Solution

The BEST 2108 Series rim exit device delivers Grade 1 commercial performance with UL-listed fire rating compliance for 36" wide openings. Designed for doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick with wide stile construction, this reversible device features heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel construction with a 3/4" throw stainless steel deadlocking latchbolt. UL 10C and UBC 7-2 certified for panic and fire exit hardware applications with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Door Compatibility: Designed for 36" wide openings with 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick doors and wide stile construction for versatile installation options.
• Fire-Rated Performance: UL-listed panic and fire exit hardware conforming to UL 10C and UBC 7-2 standards for critical life safety applications.
• Grade 1 Certification: ANSI/BHMA certified for ANSI 156.3 Grade 1 performance ensuring commercial-grade durability and reliability.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Cover, touchbar, device channel, lock/hinge side filler, and end cap manufactured from heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel for exceptional durability.
• Reversible Design: Field-reversible for all functions and trims with standard RHRB packaging for installation flexibility.
• Access Control Compatibility: Center-driven cam design accommodates tailpiece rotation of access control products with minimum 50-degree rotation requirement.
• Deadlocking Security: Stainless steel deadlocking latchbolt with 3/4" throw provides secure latching performance.
• Field-Selectable Functions: Functions are field selectable except for double cylinder option, with standard "03" function furnished when not specified.

Technical Specifications

• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Department: Door Hardware
• Fire Rating: Yes
• Handle Type: Lever
• PDF:PRECISION 2000 Series Touchbar Exit Device: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/best/PH-0292_PRECISION_2000_Sell_Sheet-03-22.pdf
• Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
• Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
• Product Model: 2108
• Product Size: 36"
• Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Rim
• Product Type: Exit Devices - Rim
• Series: 2100 Series
• Stile Type: Wide Stile
• Subcategory: Rim Exit Devices
• Wood Door Compatible: No

Installation & Operation

1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness (1-3/4" to 2-1/4"), stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and 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

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST 2108 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel construction rated for ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 performance. UL-listed for fire exit hardware applications with conformance to UL 10C and UBC 7-2 standards. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable fire-rated performance and life safety compliance are essential.