BEST Precision 2201 Series Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device - 36" Wide Stile

BEST Precision 2201 Series Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device - 36" Wide Stile

Professional Fire-Rated Exit Device Solution

The BEST Precision 2201 Series Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device delivers UL 10C fire-rated performance for 36" wide openings with wide stile compatibility. Designed for doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick and up to 4'-0" wide by 10'-0" high, this ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified device features heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel construction with reversible field-selectable functions. The center-driven cam design accommodates access control integration with minimum 50-degree tailpiece rotation for enhanced security applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Fire-Rated Performance: UL 10C and UBC 7-2 compliant fire exit hardware for critical life safety applications in commercial buildings.
• Wide Door Compatibility: Accommodates doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick, up to 4'-0" wide by 10'-0" high with wide stile configuration for versatile installation options.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certification: BHMA certified to ANSI 156.3 Grade 1 standards ensuring commercial-grade durability and performance.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Covers, touchbar, device channel, and vertical rods manufactured from heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel for exceptional durability.
• Access Control Integration: Center-driven cam design receives tailpiece from access control products with minimum 50-degree rotation requirement for seamless security system integration.
• Field-Selectable Functions: Reversible design with field-selectable functions allows adaptation to specific application requirements during installation.
• Professional Hardware Components: Features stainless steel deadlocking top latchbolt with 3/4" throw and steel plated bottom bolt with 5/8" throw and adjustment range.
• Complete Strike Package: Includes S300 surface-applied top strike and S460 flush-mounted bottom strike with black powder coating for professional installation.

Technical Specifications

• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Department: Door Hardware
• Fire Rating: Yes
• Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
• Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
• Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
• Product Type: Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod
• Series: 2200 Series
• Subcategory: Surface Vertical Rod

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 for ANSI A115.2 Type 161, A115.18 cylinder lock, and A115.1 Type 86 mortise lock preparation.
3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for surface vertical rod configuration.
4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications, ensuring proper alignment of vertical rods and strikes.
5. Adjust operational components including touchbar height (39-15/16" from floor standard), latchbolt throw, and bottom bolt adjustment for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
6. Test device operation to verify proper function including panic operation, latch retraction, and access control integration if applicable. Make final adjustments as needed and 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 Precision 2201 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy wrought brass, bronze, and stainless steel construction rated for ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 commercial applications. UL 10C fire rating compliance and investment cast steel chassis construction ensure dependable performance in demanding commercial applications where life safety and security are essential. Field-selectable functions and reversible design provide installation flexibility while maintaining the highest standards of commercial door hardware performance.