BEST Precision 5202 Series 36"...
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BEST Precision 5202 Series 36" Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device with Dummy Trim

BEST Precision 5202 Series 36" Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device with Dummy Trim

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BEST Precision 5202 Series 36" Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device with Dummy Trim

Professional Grade 1 Exit Device for Commercial Applications

The BEST Precision 5202 Series delivers professional-grade exit device performance with surface vertical rod configuration for 36" door applications. This Grade 1 certified exit device accommodates doors from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick and up to 4'-0" wide by 10'-0" high openings, featuring reversible operation for flexible installation. UL listed for panic and fire exit hardware applications with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification ensuring reliable performance in demanding commercial environments.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick doors up to 4'-0" wide by 10'-0" high openings for versatile commercial applications.
  • Grade 1 Performance: ANSI/BHMA certified for ANSI 156.3 Grade 1 standards ensuring maximum durability and reliability in high-traffic environments.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Zinc dichromate plated heavy wrought steel active case and powder coated heavy wrought steel touchbar assembly provide exceptional durability.
  • Reversible Design: Field reversible for all functions and trims with standard RHRB packaging for installation flexibility.
  • UL Listed Compliance: UL listed for both panic and fire exit hardware applications meeting critical safety requirements.
  • Precision Hardware: Stainless steel deadlocking top latchbolt with 3/4" throw and steel bottom bolt with 5/8" throw and adjustment range for 3/4" door undercut.
  • Professional Dogging: 1/4 turn hex key dogging standard for authorized override capability (not available for fire exit hardware).
  • Investment Cast Strikes: No. S300 investment cast stainless steel top strike and No. S460 steel bottom strike with black powder coat finish for long-term reliability.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Fire Rating: No
  • Keyed: No
  • Keyed Function: Non-Keyed
  • Lock Function: Dummy
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Function: Dummy
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod
  • Series: 5200 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"), width (up to 4'-0"), and height (up to 10'-0") compatibility.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces, ensuring proper alignment for vertical rod operation.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes for ANSI A115.2 (Type 161) or ANSI A115.18 cylinder lock preparation as specified.
  4. Install active case assembly and secure vertical rods to door per manufacturer torque specifications, ensuring proper rod alignment and clearances.
  5. Mount top strike (No. S300) and bottom strike (No. S460) in frame with proper positioning for 3/4" top latchbolt throw and 5/8" bottom bolt throw.
  6. Adjust touchbar height (standard 40-5/16" from floor) and test operation to verify proper latching, smooth touchbar action, and complete rod engagement.
  7. Configure dogging mechanism if required and test device operation throughout full range of motion. 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 5202 Series exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy wrought steel construction and investment cast stainless steel components rated for Grade 1 performance. UL listed for panic and fire exit hardware applications with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable egress performance and code compliance are essential.

Product Specs

Series:
5200 Series
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Product Type:
Exit Device - Surface Vertical Rod
Subcategory:
Surface Vertical Rod
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Keyed Function:
Non-Keyed
Keyed:
No
Lock Function:
Dummy
Product Function:
Dummy
Fire Rating:
No
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST 5202 689 36 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEST Precision 5202 exit device fit a 2-inch thick door?
Yes. The Precision 5202 surface vertical rod device covers doors from 1-3/4 inches to 2-1/4 inches thick, on openings up to 4 feet wide by 10 feet high. That thickness range is wider than most competing surface vertical rod devices, which are built for 1-3/4 inch doors only.
2) What does the Dummy function on the Precision 5202 actually do?
Dummy means there is no active latching operation from the outside trim. The 5202 is non-keyed, and the outside trim is a pull only, so it does not retract the rods. If you need a device that latches and can be released from the pull side, you want a keyed or exit-only function instead, not the dummy.
3) Do I need to order the 5202 handed left or right?
No. It is field reversible for all functions and trims and comes packaged RHRB as standard, so one part number covers either swing. That makes it a safe stock item for a property manager keeping spares on the shelf.
4) Will the 5202 secure a pair of doors without a mullion?
Yes. As a surface vertical rod device it latches at the head and at the sill rather than into the jamb, so it works on a pair of doors with no center mullion. Top latching uses the stainless deadlocking latchbolt with a 3/4 inch throw into the No. S300 strike, and the steel bottom bolt throws 5/8 inch into the No. S460 bottom strike.
5) I need a fire rated 36 inch surface vertical rod exit device instead - what should I use?
The BEST Precision 5202 is not fire rated, so for a labeled opening look at the TownSteel 9700 Series EF9727, a fire rated ANSI Grade 1 heavy duty surface vertical rod device sized 36 inch by 84 inch for wide stile and wood doors. The Adams Rite 3100 Series is another fire rated Grade 1 surface vertical rod option in wide stile for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Arrow S1150 is a fire rated device-only version listed for narrow or wide stile.
6) My door is a narrow stile aluminum storefront - is the BEST Precision 5202 right, or is there a better fit?
For narrow stile aluminum openings, look at devices built for that stile: the Von Duprin 3327A is a Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device for 36 inch doors with a grooved case, the Falcon 19-V-EO is a Grade 1 narrow stile 36 inch exit only device, and the Corbin Russwin ED4400 is a Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device at 36 inches. The TownSteel ED3727 is a Grade 1 narrow stile 36 by 84 inch device that is also wood door compatible.
7) My door is thicker than 1-3/4 inch - does that rule out the common alternatives to the BEST 5202?
It narrows the field. The BEST Precision 5202 accommodates doors 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick up to 4 feet wide by 10 feet high. Several peers are listed at 1-3/4 inch only, including the Von Duprin 2227 and 7527, the Falcon 24-V-EO and 25-V-EO, and the Corbin Russwin ED5400, so confirm the thicker leaf before substituting one of those.
8) Can I put a Von Duprin 7527 or 7827 on a wood door in place of the BEST 5202?
No. The Von Duprin 7527 and 7827 are both listed as not wood door compatible, and both are narrow stile Grade 1 devices for 1-3/4 inch doors. If the opening is a wood door, the TownSteel ED8927 and ED3727 are Grade 1 devices listed as wood door compatible at 36 by 84 inches, in wide stile and narrow stile respectively.
9) Should I order the less bottom rod option on the Precision 5202?
Less bottom rod is offered on the 5202 and is the usual choice where floor debris, carpet, or a wet threshold would foul a bottom bolt, since it removes the bottom rod and strike and latches only at the head. Order the standard bottom rod configuration when you want two-point latching. With the bottom bolt fitted, it adjusts for up to a 3/4 inch door undercut.
10) What dogging choices does the Precision 5202 come with?
Three: 1/4 turn hex key dogging, cylinder dogging, or less dogging. Hex key is the standard and lets maintenance hold the touchbar down for free push-pull traffic during business hours. Cylinder dogging puts that under key control, which is what most schools and institutions specify. Less dogging is the choice when the authority having jurisdiction won't allow the device to be held retracted.
11) What trim options are available with the BEST Precision 5202?
Three trim choices, all non-keyed: 602 trim, 702A handle trim, or none at all if you only need the device. The 702A gives you a pull handle on the outside; the device-only option suits a replacement where existing trim stays on the door.
12) What door prep does the Precision 5202 need, and what height does the touchbar sit at?
Prep follows ANSI A115.2 (Type 161) or ANSI A115.18 cylinder lock preparation, laid out from the manufacturer templates. Standard touchbar height is 40-5/16 inches from the floor, which is where you want it for accessible egress, and the bottom bolt adjusts for up to a 3/4 inch undercut.
13) Is there a simpler exit only surface vertical rod device if I do not need the dummy trim?
Yes. The BEST Precision 5202 carries a dummy, non-keyed function with trim options such as 602 and 702A. If you want the bar with no outside operating trim at all, the Falcon 25-V-EO is a Grade 1 wide stile exit only device for 1-3/4 inch doors, the Falcon 20 Series is a Grade 1 wide stile exit only device at 36 inches, and the Von Duprin 2227 is a non-handed Grade 1 wide stile device for 36 inch doors.
14) What is a lighter duty or Grade 2 alternative to the BEST Precision 5202?
The BEST Precision 5202 is built to ANSI/BHMA Grade 1. Where a Grade 2 device satisfies the spec, the Dexter ED2000 Series is a Grade 2 surface vertical rod panic device and the TownSteel TS5100 is a heavy duty Grade 2 surface vertical rod device sized 36 by 84 inches for wide stile. The Design Hardware 2000V is a standard duty surface vertical rod device at 33 inches, with the 1000V as the heavy duty version of the same format.
15) I want a less bottom rod device to keep the floor clear - what are my options besides the BEST 5202?
The BEST Precision 5202 can be ordered with the less bottom rod option in both hex and cylinder dogging and in 689 aluminum or 695 dark bronze. If you are cross-shopping, the Orca Hardware OED56 Series is a 36 inch standard duty vertical rod exit device supplied less bottom rod in aluminum finish, non-handed, exit only, for 1-3/4 inch doors.
16) Which surface vertical rod devices look like substitutes for the BEST 5202 but will not work the same way?
Two cautions. First, crossbar devices operate differently from a touchbar: the Corbin Russwin ED7400 is a Grade 1 narrow stile crossbar surface vertical rod device that accepts operator trim, while the BEST Precision 5202 uses a powder coated wrought steel touchbar. Second, several peers are exit only and take no outside trim at all, including the Arrow 3700 Series wide stile pushpad bar and the Sargent 2727 and 3727, so they will not give you the outside dummy pull the 5202 is configured for.
17) We are standardizing a school on wide stile Grade 1 surface vertical rod devices - which peers match the BEST 5202 format?
The BEST Precision 5202 is a Grade 1, non-fire-rated surface vertical rod device for 36 inch doors. Comparable non-rated Grade 1 wide stile devices include the Corbin Russwin ED5400 at 36 inches, the Von Duprin 2227 non-handed 36 inch device, the TownSteel ED8927 at 36 by 84 inches with wood door compatibility, and the Adams Rite 8100 Series life-safety device. Choose based on trim function and dogging needs across the facility.
18) What finishes does the Precision 5202 come in?
Two painted finishes: 689 aluminum painted and 695 dark bronze painted. Both are offered across every dogging, trim, and bottom rod combination, so you can match existing storefront or aluminum door hardware on a building without changing configuration.
19) What Dexter options compare with the BEST Precision 5202 surface vertical rod device?
Dexter offers three surface vertical rod families in the same format. The ED1000 Series and ED1500 Series are both Grade 1 surface vertical rod exit devices, with the ED1500 listed as not fire rated, and the ED2000 Series is Grade 2. The BEST Precision 5202 is a Grade 1 device carrying a dummy, non-keyed function with hex, cylinder, or less dogging.
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