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Sargent Sargent KP-8900 Series - (8977) Standalone Keypad Mortise Exit Device with Cylinder Override, Heavy Duty, Wide Stile SGT-8977

Sargent 8977 Standalone Keypad Mortise Exit Device with Cylinder Override and Heavy Duty Wide Stile Design

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Model: KP8977E-ETA-10BE
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Sargent KP-8900 Series Standalone Keypad Mortise Exit Device with Cylinder Override and Heavy Duty Wide Stile Design

Battery-Powered Keypad Exit Device with Microprocessor Control

The Sargent KP-8900 Series combines heavy duty wide-stile pushpad rim exit device construction with standalone keypad access control capabilities. This battery-powered, motor-driven system features a microprocessor-based controller with non-volatile memory and cylinder override functionality for seamless integration into new or existing master keyed systems. ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified hardware delivers professional-grade reliability with typical 40,000 operations per battery set.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Heavy Duty Wide-Stile Construction: Integrated ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 hardware provides exceptional durability for demanding commercial applications.
  • Extended Battery Life: Typical 40,000 operations per set of batteries ensures reliable long-term operation with minimal maintenance requirements.
  • Microprocessor-Based Control: Non-volatile memory retains programming and settings even during power interruptions for consistent access control.
  • Cylinder Override Integration: Compatible with new or existing master keyed systems for flexible key management and emergency access.
  • UV-Stable Keypad Construction: Textured material keypad resists ultraviolet degradation for long-lasting outdoor and high-light applications.
  • Visual Status Indicators: LED indicators provide clear operational feedback with green for unlocked, yellow for programming mode, and combination signals for deadbolt status.
  • At-Door Programming: All programming functions accessible directly at the keypad without external tools or software for convenient setup and modifications.
  • Comprehensive Certifications: UL 305 panic hardware standard, ADA compliant, and ANSI A250.13 windstorm listed for code compliance and reliability assurance.

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements and confirm battery specifications before beginning installation. Ensure adequate clearance for keypad access and service.
  2. Disconnect any existing power sources and follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures during installation.
  3. Mount the exit device and keypad assembly according to manufacturer templates, ensuring proper alignment with door stile width requirements.
  4. Install cylinder override mechanism and integrate with existing master key system as required for the application.
  5. Configure keypad programming including access codes, timing functions, and operational settings per application requirements using at-door programming procedures.
  6. Install batteries and test all functions including keypad entry, cylinder override operation, LED indicators, and exit device panic function.
  7. Complete final inspection and document programming settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation specifications and programming instructions.

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 Sargent Quality?

Sargent KP-8900 Series keypad exit devices deliver professional-grade reliability with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified construction and comprehensive windstorm certifications. The microprocessor-based controller with non-volatile memory and typical 40,000 operations per battery set ensures dependable performance in demanding commercial applications. UL 305 panic hardware certification and ADA compliance provide assurance for code-critical installations where reliable access control and emergency egress are essential.

Product Specs

Series:
KP-8900 Series
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Mortise
Subcategory:
Mortise Exit Devices
Keyed:
Yes
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Type:
Electronic Locks
Lock Type:
Exit Device
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Sargent KP8977E-ETA-10BE – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Sargent 8977 keypad exit device work on a narrow stile aluminum door?
No. The 8977 is a heavy duty wide stile device, so it needs a wide stile door (typically a hollow metal, wood, or wide stile aluminum leaf). On a narrow stile storefront leaf you want a narrow stile rim device instead. Rail sizes cover 24 to 32 inch, 33 to 36 inch, 37 to 42 inch, and 43 to 48 inch doors, so pick the rail to match the actual leaf width.
2) What do I need to specify to order a Sargent 8977 keypad mortise exit device?
Four things beyond the model. Handing (RHR or LHR), rail size to suit the door width (24 to 32, 33 to 36, 37 to 42, or 43 to 48 inch doors), lever design for the outside trim (A, B, E, F, J, L, P, or W), and finish. Finishes run 03 bright brass, 04 satin brass, 09 bright bronze, 10 satin bronze, 10B oil rubbed, 10BE and 10BL dark oxidized satin bronze, 20D dark statuary bronze, 32 bright stainless, 32D satin stainless, plus BSP black and WSP white suede powder coat.
3) Can I still get into the door with a key if the keypad batteries die on a Sargent 8977?
Yes. The 8977 has cylinder override, so a key gets you in independent of the keypad and the batteries. It is keyed hardware and the override cylinder can be brought into a new or an existing master key system, so a property manager or locksmith can keep the door on the same key schedule as the rest of the building. Typical battery life is about 40,000 operations per set.
4) Does the Sargent KP-8900 keypad exit device need to be wired to power or an access control panel?
No wiring. The KP-8900 is standalone and battery powered, with a motor driven, microprocessor based controller. All programming, including access codes and timing, is done at the keypad itself, with no software, no reader wiring, and no panel. That is what makes it the practical choice for an exterior or remote opening where pulling power and running a cable to a head end is the expensive part of the job.
5) Is the Sargent 8977 keypad exit device Grade 1 and listed for panic hardware?
Grade 1 per ANSI/BHMA, and listed to UL 305 for panic hardware. It is also ADA compliant and ANSI A250.13 windstorm listed, which matters if you are specifying for a school, healthcare facility, or a coastal jurisdiction where the windstorm listing is called out on the drawings.
6) What is the difference between the Sargent 8977 mortise exit device and a rim exit device?
The 8977 uses a mortise lock case pocketed into the edge of the door, latching into the frame at the strike jamb. A rim device surface mounts and latches into a strike applied to the frame face. Mortise buys you a lock case in the door and a cleaner frame condition, and it works on a single door or on the active leaf of a pair with a mullion. It does require the door to be mortise prepped, which is why it is usually specced new or as a like for like replacement of an existing mortise exit device rather than a swap from a rim device.
7) How do I program codes on a Sargent KP-8900 keypad exit device?
All of it happens at the door on the keypad itself, including access codes, timing functions, and operational settings. No laptop, no proprietary programmer, no software license. The controller uses non volatile memory, so codes and settings survive a battery change or a dead battery. Sargent publishes the KP8900 keypad ET mortise exit device instructions and the KP8200 keypad programming instructions if you want the code sequences in front of you before the truck rolls.
8) Is the Sargent 8977 suitable for a residential entry door?
It is built for commercial openings, not houses. The 8977 is Grade 1 commercial exit hardware with a panic pushpad, sized and listed for egress doors in offices, schools, healthcare, retail, warehouses, multi tenant residential common doors, and government buildings. On an apartment or condo unit door you want a keypad lockset, not a panic device; on the building's common egress doors the 8977 is the right category.
9) Will the Sargent 8977 keypad exit device match the finishes on the rest of my building's Sargent hardware?
Most likely, yes. The 8977 comes in twelve finishes covering the usual commercial standards, including 32D satin stainless and 10B oil rubbed bronze, along with brass and bronze options and black or white suede powder coat for painted aluminum or storefront work. Order the same finish code you already have on the other openings and the exit device will read as part of the same set.
10) Does the LED on a Sargent KP-8900 keypad tell you the lock status?
It does. Green means unlocked, yellow means the unit is in programming mode, and combination signals report deadbolt status. Useful on a walkthrough, because a maintenance tech can confirm at the door whether a code took and whether the deadbolt has thrown, without pulling the device or plugging anything in.
11) Can a Sargent keypad exit device be used on an exterior door in direct sun?
Yes. The keypad on the KP-8900 uses a textured, UV stable material that resists ultraviolet degradation, so the button surface holds up on a sun exposed elevation rather than chalking and going illegible. Pair it with a powder coat or stainless finish for the trim and it is a reasonable exterior specification.
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