BEST 2108 Series Fire Rated Wide Stile Rim Exit Device with Key Controls Lever - 48"
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 demanding applications. Designed for doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick and up to 4'-0" wide openings, this wide stile 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.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Door Compatibility: Accommodates doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick and up to 4'-0" wide openings for versatile commercial installations.
- Fire Safety Compliance: UL-listed panic and fire exit hardware conforming to UL 10C and UBC 7-2 standards for critical life safety applications.
- Grade 1 Performance: BHMA certified for ANSI 156.3 Grade 1 requirements 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.
- Access Control Integration: Center-driven cam design compatible with many manufacturers' access control exterior trim requiring minimum 50-degree tailpiece rotation.
- Reversible Design: Field-reversible for all functions and trims with standard RHRB packaging for installation flexibility.
- Professional Latchbolt: Stainless steel deadlocking latchbolt with 3/4" throw provides secure latching performance.
- Field-Selectable Functions: Multiple function options available with field-selectable configuration (except double cylinder option).
Technical Specifications
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Department: Door Hardware
- Fire Rating: Yes
- Handle Type: Lever
- Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
- Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
- Product Model: 2108
- Product Size: 48"
- 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
- 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.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
- Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
- 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 Grade 1 commercial performance. UL-listed for fire safety compliance and BHMA certified for ANSI 156.3 standards. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable performance and life safety compliance are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Series:
- 2100 Series
- Product Group:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Product Subgroup:
- Exit Devices - Rim
- Subcategory:
- Rim Exit Devices
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Rim
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Handle Type:
- Lever
- Stile Type:
- Wide Stile
- Wood Door Compatible:
- No
- Product Model:
- 2108
- Product Size:
- 48"
- Fire Rating:
- Yes
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware