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PRECISION Precision Hardware Inc (PHI) 2408 Series - Key Controls Lever, Narrow Stile Rim Exit Device, Non Handed PRE-2408

BEST 2408 Series Key Controls Lever Narrow Stile Rim Exit Device Non-Handed

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BEST 2408 Series Key Controls Lever Narrow Stile Rim Exit Device Non-Handed

Professional Narrow Stile Exit Device Solution

The BEST 2408 Series delivers professional-grade rim exit device performance for narrow stile applications. This non-handed universal exit device accommodates doors from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick and up to 4'-0" wide openings, with standard configuration for 1-3/4" thick, 3'-0" wide doors. Features heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel construction with investment cast steel chassis and stainless steel deadlocking latchbolt with 3/4" throw. UL Listed for panic and fire exit hardware applications with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick doors up to 4'-0" wide openings for versatile installation options.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Cover, touchbar, device channel, lock/hinge side filler and end cap furnished of heavy wrought brass, bronze or stainless steel for exceptional durability.
  • Deadlocking Security: Stainless steel latchbolt with 3/4" throw provides reliable latching and security performance.
  • Universal Design: Non-handed configuration allows flexible installation on single and double doors with mullion applications.
  • Professional Certifications: UL Listed for panic and fire exit hardware with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification for demanding commercial applications.
  • Flexible Dogging: 1/4" turn hex key dogging standard for operational convenience (not available on fire exit hardware).
  • Standard Strike Package: Includes No. S988 standard package for aluminum door applications with black powder coated stainless steel roller strike.
  • Adjustable Touchbar Height: 39-15/16" from floor standard with variation capability as situation dictates.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Handle Type: Lever
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Model: 2408
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Rim
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Rim
  • Series: 2400 Series
  • Stile Type: Narrow Stile
  • Subcategory: Rim Exit Devices
  • Wood Door Compatible: No

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

  • 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 2408 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel construction and investment cast steel chassis. UL Listed for panic and fire exit hardware with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification ensures compliance with demanding commercial building codes. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable performance and code compliance are essential.

Product Specs

Series:
2400 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:
Narrow Stile
Wood Door Compatible:
No
Product Model:
2408
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST 2408 628 36 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEST 2408 narrow stile rim exit device fit a 2-inch thick aluminum storefront door?
Yes. The 2408 covers doors from 1-3/4 inches to 2-1/4 inches thick, so a 2 inch aluminum door is within range. Standard configuration is built for a 1-3/4 inch thick, 3'-0 inch wide door, and openings up to 4'-0 inch wide are covered. It is not for wood doors.
2) Will the 2408 latch into my existing rim strike?
The 2408 uses a deadlocking stainless steel latchbolt with a 3/4 inch throw, and it ships with the No. S988 standard strike package for aluminum doors, including a black powder coated stainless steel roller strike. If your existing strike was cut for a different throw or a non-roller latch, plan on using the supplied strike rather than the old one.
3) Do I have to specify handing on the BEST 2408?
The device itself is non-handed, so it works on either swing on single doors or on pairs with a mullion. Handing only comes into play if you add lever trim: then you specify RHR (right hand reverse) or LHR (left hand reverse).
4) Is the BEST 2408 fire rated, and does dogging still work if I order it fire rated?
The 2408 is offered Non-Rated or Fire Rated, and it is UL Listed for both panic and fire exit hardware with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification. Dogging is the catch: 1/4 turn hex key dogging is standard on the non-rated device but is not available on fire exit hardware. Order fire rated devices as less dogging.
5) Does the BEST 2408 come with outside trim, or do I order that separately?
Trim is a separate selection. You can take the 2408 as device only with no outside trim, or add 2908 lever trim in A, B, C, or D lever design. If you choose lever trim, specify handing (RHR or LHR) at the same time.
6) What other narrow stile Grade 1 rim exit devices could I use instead of the BEST 2408?
Direct narrow stile Grade 1 alternatives we carry include the TownSteel ED3700 and ED8900 in 36 inch, the Corbin Russwin ED4200 (narrow stile, exit only or accepts trim, 1-3/4 inch doors), the Falcon 19-R exit only, and the Detex 40 Advantex, which is extra heavy duty. Note that several of those are listed only for 1-3/4 inch doors, where the 2408 covers 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 inches.
7) For a fire rated narrow stile opening, what are my choices besides the BEST 2408?
The BEST 2408 can be ordered non-rated or fire rated, with the note that hex key dogging is not available on fire exit hardware. Fire rated peers include the Adams Rite 3700 Series 30 inch Grade 1 narrow stile device, which is also wood door compatible, the Dexter ED1000 Series Grade 1 fire rated rim device, and the Marks USA M9900F in 36 inch and 48 inch exit only versions.
8) What is a comparable Grade 1 narrow stile rim exit device to the BEST 2408 that also handles doors 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick?
The Adams Rite 8800 Series narrow stile rim exit device is the closest match on door thickness. It is a Grade 1 narrow stile rim device with a listed door thickness range of 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch, the same range the BEST 2408 covers. The Adams Rite 8800 is offered in a 30 inch device length and uses starwheel interlocking; the BEST 2408 comes in 36 inch and 48 inch lengths. Both are for non-wood doors.
9) Is a Cal-Royal 5000 rim exit device an equivalent substitute for the BEST 2408?
They are not equivalent on certification. The BEST 2408 is ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 and UL Listed for panic and fire exit hardware. The Cal-Royal 5000 is a 36 inch touch bar rim exit device with a Grade 2 chassis, heavy duty, non fire rated, and the Cal-Royal 5500 48 inch push bar device is also Grade 2. If the specification calls for Grade 1, look at Grade 1 rim devices such as the TownSteel ED8900 or ED3700, both Grade 1 narrow stile heavy duty 36 inch devices.
10) The opening has a wide stile aluminum door - what Grade 1 rim device should I specify rather than the BEST 2408?
The BEST 2408 is built for narrow stile applications. For a wide stile door, Grade 1 wide stile rim options include the Corbin Russwin ED5200 in 36 inch for 1-3/4 inch doors, the Dormakaba 9300 Series 48 inch exit only device rated for 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors, and the TownSteel ED9700 36 inch heavy duty Grade 1 rim device.
11) Is the SDC MSB550 switch bar or PSB560 pressure sense bar a substitute for the BEST 2408 rim exit device?
No. The BEST 2408 is a mechanical rim exit device with a stainless steel deadlocking latchbolt with 3/4 inch throw that latches the door itself. The SDC MSB550 Series 36 inch mechanical switch bar releases an electromagnetic lock, and the SDC PSB560 SureExit pressure sense bar is a 36 inch sensing bar with tri-failsafe technology; both fit narrow or wide stile doors but depend on separate locking hardware. Use them where an electromagnetic lock provides the securing function, not where a latching exit device is specified.
12) Can a rim exit device like the BEST 2408 be used on a pair of doors?
Yes, but a rim device latches into a strike on the frame or mullion, so a pair needs a removable mullion between the leaves. The 2408 is non-handed and covers both single doors and mullion pair applications. If you need a clear opening with no mullion in the way, a vertical rod device is the right type instead, such as the Hager 4601 narrow stile concealed vertical rod device.
13) What device length should I order for a 36 inch wide door?
The 2408 comes in 36 inch and 48 inch device lengths. A 3'-0 inch door takes the 36 inch device, which is also the standard configuration; the 48 inch device covers openings out to the 4'-0 inch maximum.
14) What dogging choices does the BEST 2408 offer for a building where staff need doors held unlatched during business hours?
Three choices on the 2408: hex key dogging (standard), cylinder dogging, or less dogging. Cylinder dogging is the one to pick when you want dogging controlled by a keyed cylinder rather than a loose hex wrench, which is the usual call in schools and retail where staff rotate.
15) What finish should I order to match existing hardware on an exterior storefront?
The 2408 is finished in ten options: 605 bright brass, 606 satin brass, 612 satin bronze, 613 oil-rubbed satin bronze, 622 matte black, 625 bright chrome, 626W satin chrome weatherized, 628 satin aluminum, 630 satin stainless steel, and 690 statuary dark bronze. For exterior openings taking weather, 626W is the weatherized chrome, and it pairs with the WTS/WTDS weatherized monitoring switches if you are also monitoring the touchbar.
16) How is a narrow stile device like the BEST 2408 different from a wide stile rim device?
Narrow stile devices like the 2408 are built for the slim vertical rail of an aluminum storefront door, where a wide stile chassis and pushpad will not fit. If your door has a wide stile, a wide stile Grade 1 rim device is the better match, such as the Corbin Russwin ED5200 or the TownSteel ED1100. Both are wide stile and neither is wood door compatible.
17) Which narrow stile rim devices compare to the BEST 2408 if I want lever trim already part of the series?
The BEST 2408 is offered with 2908A, 2908B, 2908C and 2908D lever trim or as a device only. Among narrow stile peers, the Corbin Russwin ED4200 is a Grade 1 narrow stile rim exit device listed as exit only, accepts trim, for 1-3/4 inch doors. The Falcon 19-R and the Falcon 1590EO are Grade 1 narrow stile rim devices catalogued in exit only form for 1-3/4 inch doors, so trim is a separate decision with those.
18) I only need exit-only panic hardware with no outside trim - what is simpler than the BEST 2408?
The BEST 2408 is configurable with 2908 series lever trim or as device only. If the opening never needs outside key or lever access, exit only rim devices include the Corbin Russwin ED2200 36 inch Grade 1, the Marks USA M8800 36 inch narrow stile exit only device with panic protector end caps, and the Orca OED55 36 inch rim device. For a narrow stile door needing key-only outside entry, the Sargent 8504 is a Grade 1 narrow stile rim device in night latch function.
19) Does a Hager 4601 concealed vertical rod device do the same job as the BEST 2408?
No, they latch differently. The BEST 2408 is a rim device that latches into a surface strike, supplied with the No. S988 standard strike package for aluminum doors. The Hager 4601 Series 36 inch Grade 1 narrow stile device is a concealed vertical rod type that latches top and bottom and requires door and frame preparation for the concealed rods. Hager's 4701 Series 36 inch device is the Grade 1 rim type in that line if you want to stay with rim latching.
20) Which narrow stile rim exit device carries an extra heavy duty rating compared to the BEST 2408?
The BEST 2408 is ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 with an investment cast steel chassis and heavy wrought brass, bronze or stainless steel cover, touchbar and channel. The Detex 40 Advantex Series narrow stile rim exit device is catalogued as Grade 1 extra heavy duty for non-wood doors, which is the step above heavy duty in the Detex line; the Detex 10 Advantex is the wide stile counterpart at the same extra heavy duty level.
21) How high off the floor does the 2408 touchbar sit?
Standard touchbar height on the 2408 is 39-15/16 inches from the floor, and it can be varied as the opening dictates. That matters when you are standardizing bar heights across a row of storefront doors or matching an existing device you are replacing.
22) What is the BEST 2408 made of and will it hold up in a high traffic entrance?
The cover, touchbar, device channel, lock and hinge side fillers and end cap are heavy wrought brass, bronze or stainless steel, over an investment cast steel chassis, with a stainless steel deadlocking latchbolt. That construction plus ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification puts it in the class used on school, healthcare and retail entrances.
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