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BEST ALW-3 Exit Alarm Kit for Wide Stile Devices

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BEST ALW-3 Exit Alarm Kit for Wide Stile Devices

Professional Exit Alarm Retrofit Solution

The BEST ALW-3 Exit Alarm Kit provides a comprehensive retrofit solution for adding alarm functionality to existing wide stile exit devices. This kit includes specialized channel fillers designed specifically for wide stile applications, ensuring proper fit and reliable operation. The ALW Series offers professional-grade exit alarm capabilities for commercial door hardware installations requiring enhanced security monitoring.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Wide Stile Compatibility: Specifically designed for wide stile exit devices with appropriate channel filler dimensions for secure installation.
  • Retrofit Design: Complete kit enables alarm functionality addition to existing exit devices without full hardware replacement.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Professional quality components engineered for demanding commercial applications and reliable long-term performance.
  • ALW Series Integration: Part of the comprehensive ALW Series alarm system for consistent performance across installations.
  • Complete Kit Solution: Includes all necessary components for professional installation including specialized channel fillers for wide stile applications.
  • Remote Powered Operation: Designed for remote power supply integration providing flexible installation options for various building configurations.

Technical Specifications

  • Battery Operated: No
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Product Category: Electronic Access Controls
  • Product Group: Electronic Access Controls
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Alarm Kit
  • Product Type: Exit Alarm Kit
  • Series: ALW Series
  • Stile Type: Wide Stile
  • Subcategory: Electronic Access Controls

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply and confirm current capacity before proceeding with remote powered configuration.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Remove existing exit device components as necessary to access mounting locations for alarm kit components.
  4. Install wide stile channel fillers ensuring proper alignment and secure fit within existing device framework.
  5. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams using appropriate wire gauge and connectors for remote powered operation.
  6. Configure alarm settings and test all functions including normal operation, alarm activation, and integration with connected monitoring systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Security Systems
  • Educational Institution Safety Systems
  • Healthcare Facility Access Control
  • Retail Loss Prevention
  • Industrial Facility Monitoring
  • Emergency Exit Compliance
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST exit alarm systems deliver professional-grade reliability with commercial-quality construction engineered for demanding applications. The ALW Series provides consistent performance across installations with specialized components designed for specific stile configurations. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable exit monitoring and security compliance are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:
ALW Series
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Exit Alarm Kit
Product Type:
Exit Alarm Kit
Subcategory:
Electronic Access Controls
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Stile Type:
Wide Stile
Battery Operated:
No
Product Category:
Electronic Access Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST ALW-3 628 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEST ALW-3 exit alarm kit fit a narrow stile aluminum storefront door?
No. The ALW-3 is built for wide stile exit devices, and the channel fillers in the kit are sized to that wider device channel. On a narrow stile aluminum door the fillers won't seat correctly in the device. If the opening is a glass front storefront with a narrow stile device, you need the narrow stile version of the ALW kit instead.
2) Does the BEST ALW-3 alarm kit run on batteries, or does it need to be wired?
It has to be wired. The ALW-3 is not battery operated, it runs on remote power, so a supply and a wire run to the door are part of the job. That is a decision point before you buy: if there is no power at the opening and no path to pull wire, budget for a supply and conduit or pick a self-contained battery alarm instead.
3) Do I have to replace my exit device to add an alarm, or can I retrofit one?
You can retrofit. The ALW-3 kit adds alarm function to an existing wide stile exit device rather than replacing the hardware, so the panic device, strike prep, and door stay as they are. That matters on a multi-door building where the devices are already standardized: you keep the existing devices and add monitoring to the openings that need it.
4) What size do I order the BEST ALW-3 exit alarm kit in, 3 foot or 4 foot?
The kit comes in 3 FT and 4 FT device sizes, and you match it to the exit device already on the door, not to the door leaf. Measure the existing wide stile device: a 3 foot device takes the 3 FT kit, a 4 foot device (typical on a 4 foot wide leaf) takes the 4 FT. The channel fillers have to run the length of that device, so the wrong size won't fill the channel.
5) What finishes does the BEST ALW-3 exit alarm kit come in, and can I match my existing devices?
Seven finishes, and both device sizes are offered in all of them: 605 bright brass, 606 satin brass, 612 satin bronze, 613 oil-rubbed satin bronze, 625 bright chrome, 628 satin aluminum, and 630 satin stainless steel. Since the fillers sit in the device channel where they're visible, match the BHMA number on the device you're retrofitting. 628 and 630 cover most commercial aluminum and stainless openings.
6) What comes in the BEST ALW-3 kit and what else do I need to buy to finish the install?
The kit ships complete with the alarm components and the wide stile channel fillers needed to mount into the existing device. What it does not include is the power side: because it runs remote powered rather than on batteries, you supply the power supply, the wire, and any connection into a monitoring system. Plan the wire gauge and run to the manufacturer's wiring diagram before you open the door up.
7) Is the BEST ALW-3 alarm kit rated for commercial traffic or is it a residential product?
Commercial. The ALW-3 is a commercial-grade exit alarm kit, built for the sort of openings you find in schools, hospitals, retail back-of-house, and government buildings where an exit needs to be monitored rather than locked. It is not sold as a residential item.
8) Can an alarm kit like this be installed by a maintenance tech, or does it need an electrician?
There is line-side work involved. Installation means disconnecting power, pulling and terminating wire to the device for remote powered operation, then configuring and testing the alarm. A maintenance tech can handle the mechanical side (stripping the device, seating the wide stile channel fillers, reassembly), but the power and wiring portion has to follow applicable electrical codes, which on most commercial jobs means a licensed electrician or a security integrator.
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the BEST ALW-3 628 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The BEST ALW-3 628 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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