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Sargent M56A Electric Latch Retraction Motor Kit M56A for Exit Devices

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Sargent M56A Electric Latch Retraction Motor Kit for Exit Devices

Professional Electric Latch Retraction Solution

The Sargent M56A Electric Latch Retraction Motor Kit provides reliable electric latch retraction functionality for compatible exit devices. This professional-grade motor kit enables remote latch control for access control integration and automated door operation, engineered with Sargent’s commercial-grade construction standards for dependable performance in demanding applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Electric Latch Retraction: Provides reliable remote latch control for exit device integration with access control systems and automated door management.
  • Motor-Driven Operation: Precision motor mechanism ensures consistent latch retraction performance under varying load conditions for reliable operation.
  • Exit Device Compatibility: Designed specifically for integration with compatible Sargent exit device models for seamless installation and operation.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to withstand the demands of high-traffic commercial applications with reliable long-term performance standards.
  • Access Control Integration: Enables connection to building access control systems for automated door management and comprehensive security control.
  • Professional Installation Kit: Complete kit format provides all necessary components for proper integration with existing exit device hardware.
  • Precision Engineering: Built to Sargent’s exacting standards for consistent performance in demanding access control environments.

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply and confirm compatibility with existing exit device model before proceeding with installation.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures during the installation process.
  3. Mount the motor kit components in the specified location within the exit device housing ensuring adequate clearance for operation and future service requirements.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the specific application requirements.
  5. Configure operational settings and timing parameters per application requirements and access control system specifications for optimal performance.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including normal latch operation, electric retraction, and integration with connected access control systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting procedures.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Access Control Systems
  • Educational Institution Security Systems
  • Healthcare Facility Automated Door Control
  • Office Building Entry Management
  • Retail Establishment Security Integration
  • Industrial Facility Access Points
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Sargent Quality?

Sargent Electric Latch Retraction Motor Kits deliver professional-grade reliability with precision-engineered components designed for commercial door hardware applications. Built to Sargent’s exacting standards for consistent performance in demanding access control environments where dependable electric latch operation is essential for automated door management and security control.

Product Specs

Product Type:
Exit Device Parts
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Product Attribute:
Parts and Accessories
Product Model:
M56A
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Sargent M56AE – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What do I need to specify when ordering a Sargent M56A electric latch retraction motor kit?
Two things get chosen on the order. First the rail type the kit is built for: G-Rails, J-Rails, E-Rails, or F-Rails. Second, whether you want the signal switch, yes or no. That gives eight orderable combinations of the M56A. Match the rail letter to the exit device already on the door, because the kit is built around that rail, and decide the switch up front based on whether the access control side needs a switch input.
2) What does the Sargent M56A motor kit actually do to an exit device?
The M56A is a motor-driven electric latch retraction kit. It pulls the latch back electrically on command, so the door can be released or held in a retracted, push-pull state from an access control system or automated operator instead of only by someone pushing the touchbar. Mechanical egress through the device is unaffected. It is a component kit that goes into an existing exit device, not a complete exit device.
3) How do I know whether my Sargent exit device takes G, J, E, or F rails?
The rail letter is part of how the device was originally ordered and it governs which M56A kit fits, so it has to be read off the device rather than guessed. Pull the rail cover and check the Sargent markings on the device itself or the original hardware schedule for the opening. Getting this wrong is the most common reason an electric latch retraction motor kit will not drop in, since the motor and drive are built to the rail it ships for.
4) Is the BEST Arm-A-Dor A104-001 installation kit an alternative to the Sargent M56A electric latch retraction motor kit?
No - the two kits do different jobs. The Sargent M56A is an electric latch retraction motor kit: a motor-driven replacement part that retracts the latch on a compatible Sargent exit device on a signal from an access control system, and it is ordered by rail type (E, F, G or J) with or without a signal switch. The BEST A104-001 is a low profile installation kit in the Arm-A-Dor series, intended for door jambs greater than 6-3/4 inches - it is mounting hardware for the door opening, with no motor and no access control connection. If the goal is powered latch retraction on a Sargent device, the M56A is the part; the A104-001 will not provide that function.
5) Is the M56A a repair part or an upgrade kit for an exit device I already have installed?
Both, depending on why you are buying it. The M56A is catalogued by Sargent as a replacement part for exit devices, so it covers a failed retraction motor on a device already running electric latch retraction, and it is also how a mechanical device on the matching rail gets converted to electric retraction. Either way you are working inside the existing device housing, not replacing the door hardware.
6) Should I order the M56A with the signal switch or without it?
Order the signal switch version when the access control or door operator side needs a switch contact from the device, which is the usual case on an automatic operator sequence or anywhere the head end wants a hardware input rather than just sending a retract command. If the M56A is being driven open loop from a power supply and card reader with nothing reading a contact back, the no-switch version is the one to buy. Both are stocked on all four rail types.
7) Can the M56A latch retraction kit run on a standard door strike power supply?
Not a good assumption. A motorized latch retraction kit draws a large inrush when the motor pulls the latch, well above what a small strike transformer or a general purpose 24V supply is sized for, and Sargent calls for verifying the electrical requirements against the available supply before installing the M56A. Plan on a filtered, regulated access control power supply rated for latch retraction and sized for the number of leaves on the opening, and pull the wiring diagram for the device before you cut in.
8) Is the Sargent M56A suitable for a school or hospital opening in daily use?
Yes. The M56A is a commercial-rated part, built for exit devices in high traffic openings, and the applications Sargent lists for it include educational, healthcare, office, retail, industrial and government buildings. On the kind of opening that cycles all day with a card reader or an automatic operator, this is the part doing the retracting.
How fast can I get the Sargent M56AE delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Sargent M56AE come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sargent M56AE is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Sargent M56AE?
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