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TownSteel 9700 Series EF9700 - Fire Rated 36" Heavy Duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device

TownSteel 9700 Series EF9700 Fire Rated Heavy Duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device for 36-Inch Wide Stile Doors

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TownSteel 9700 Series EF9700 Fire Rated Heavy Duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device for 36" Wide Stile Doors

The TownSteel 9700 Series EF9700 is a fire rated, heavy duty ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified rim exit device engineered for 36" wide stile commercial doors requiring a minimum stile width of 4-3/4" (120mm). Built as a non-handed, reversible mechanical exit device, the EF9700 delivers high shock-resistant latching for dependable emergency egress in demanding commercial environments. Internal components are constructed from electro-plated steel or corrosion-resistant alloy for long-term reliability, and the unit is UL/cUL listed for UL 305 panic hardware applications. This fire rated 36" EF9700 also meets ADA accessibility requirements and Buy American Act guidelines for institutional and government projects.

Key Features

  • Minimum Stile Width: Requires a minimum stile width of 4-3/4" (120mm), suiting wide stile 36" commercial door applications.
  • Heavy-Duty Grade 1 Performance: ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified for demanding commercial, institutional, and industrial exit applications.
  • Non-Handed, Reversible Design: All devices are non-handed, simplifying inventory, specification, and field installation.
  • Shock-Resistant Latching Mechanism: High shock-resistant latching mechanical design protects the device and maintains reliable function under repeated high-traffic use.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Construction: Internal components are electro-plated steel or corrosion-resistant alloy for extended service life.
  • Fire Rated Construction: Fire rated for use on labeled fire door assemblies requiring code-compliant life safety egress hardware.
  • UL/cUL Listed Panic Hardware: Listed for UL 305, confirming suitability for emergency exit applications.
  • ADA and Buy American Act Compliant: Meets Americans with Disabilities Act requirements and Buy American Act guidelines for compliant commercial and government installations.

Certifications & Compliance

  • ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 Certified
  • UL/cUL Listed for UL 305
  • Fire Rated for Labeled Door Assemblies
  • Meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements
  • Meets Buy American Act Guidelines

Technical Specifications

  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Rim
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Rim
  • Subcategory: Rim Exit Devices
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Duty Level: Heavy Duty
  • Stile Type: Wide Stile
  • Wood Door Compatible: No
  • Product Size: 36"
  • Fire Rating: Yes
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties

Why TownSteel EF9700?

The TownSteel EF9700 delivers ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified performance backed by electro-plated steel or corrosion-resistant alloy internal components built to withstand high shock-resistant latching in heavy-duty commercial settings. UL/cUL listing for UL 305, fire rated construction, and ADA and Buy American Act compliance make the EF9700 a dependable choice for life safety egress on 36" wide stile doors. Engineered for demanding commercial applications, this non-handed rim exit device delivers professional-grade reliability where dependable performance is essential.

Product Specs

Series:
9700
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Rim
Product Type:
Exit Devices - Rim
Subcategory:
Rim Exit Devices
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Duty Level:
Heavy Duty
Stile Type:
Wide Stile
Wood Door Compatible:
No
Product Model:
ED9700
Product Size:
36"
Fire Rating:
Yes
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

TownSteel EF9700-36-630 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can I get the TownSteel EF9700 with electric latch retraction for access control?
Yes. Three electric configurations are offered: standard mechanical with no electrification, ELR electrified latch retraction, and ELR-REX which adds a request-to-exit signal. ELR lets a card reader or push button pull the latch back for remote unlocking; add REX when your access control panel needs to know the bar was pushed from the inside so it can shunt the alarm.
2) My opening is a narrow stile aluminum storefront door. Is the EF9700 the right device?
The TownSteel EF9700 is a wide stile device with a minimum stile width of 4-3/4 inches, so a narrow stile storefront leaf will not take it. For narrow stile openings in a fire rated rim device, the Adams Rite 3700 Series is a fire rated Grade 1 narrow stile rim exit device with starwheel interlocking. Non fire rated narrow stile choices include the Adams Rite 8800 Series, Grade 1 narrow stile for 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 inch doors, and the Corbin Russwin ED4200, a Grade 1 narrow stile rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors that accepts trim.
3) What is the closest fire rated 36 inch rim exit device to the TownSteel EF9700?
The TownSteel EF9700 is a fire rated Grade 1 heavy duty rim exit device in a 36 inch size with wide stile design. The nearest fire rated 36 inch alternates are the Marks USA M9900F, a fire rated 36 inch rim device in exit only function, and the Orca Hardware OED85, a fire rated 36 inch rim device also listed exit only. The EF9700 differs in that it is offered with electrified latch retraction and with electrified latch retraction plus request to exit, so if the opening ties into access control the TownSteel is the one carrying those options.
4) I need a fire rated rim exit device but my door is a 48 inch leaf. What should I use instead?
The TownSteel EF9700 covered here is built at 36 inches, so it will not cover a 48 inch leaf. For that width in a fire rated rim device, the Marks USA M9900F is offered in a 48 inch size, exit only with a panic protector end cap. Both are fire rated rim devices; the TownSteel carries a Grade 1 rating and heavy duty designation, and it is the one available with electrified latch retraction.
5) What else gives me electrified latch retraction on a fire rated rim device besides the TownSteel EF9700?
The TownSteel EF9700 is offered with ELR electrified latch retraction and with ELR-REX, electrified latch retraction plus request to exit, on a fire rated Grade 1 device. The closest comparable is the Sargent 12-8810-LTRIM, a fire rated Grade 1 wide stile rim device listed with RX and MELR. That Sargent is catalogued in dummy function, so confirm the function matches your opening before substituting.
6) Is an SDC pressure sense bar or switch bar a substitute for the EF9700?
No. The TownSteel EF9700 is a mechanical fire rated Grade 1 rim exit device with its own latch, listed UL/cUL for UL 305. The SDC PSB560 pressure sense bar and the SDC MSB550 mechanical switch bar are 36 inch bars that release a separate electromagnetic lock, and neither is fire rated. If your fire door needs positive latching, the bar-only products do not replace the EF9700.
7) Do I need to specify handing for the TownSteel 9700 rim exit device?
No handing to specify. Every device in the 9700 Series is non-handed or reversible, so one part number covers left and right hand openings. That makes it easier for a property manager stocking spares across a building.
8) What door width does the 36 inch TownSteel EF9700 cover?
The 36 inch device is sized for a standard 3-foot leaf. Rim exit devices are cut or sized to the door width, so a 36 inch device on a wider opening leaves an oversized gap at the end cap and on a narrower door it will not mount. Match the device size to the actual leaf width.
9) Is a rim exit device the right choice, or do I need vertical rod?
A rim device like the TownSteel EF9700 latches into a strike on the frame at the lock edge, which is the simplest and cheapest option for a single door or for a pair with a center mullion. If you have a pair of doors with no mullion, a rim device has nothing to latch into, and you need a vertical rod device instead, such as the Hager 4501 Series concealed vertical rod.
10) Does the TownSteel EF9700 meet ADA and Buy American requirements?
The 9700 Series meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the guidelines of the Buy American Act. That combination matters on federal, school, and healthcare work where both the accessibility code and domestic sourcing language sit in the spec.
11) Is the TownSteel EF9700 durable enough for a high traffic entrance?
It is built as a heavy duty commercial device, Grade 1 certified, with a high shock resistant latching mechanism and internal components in electro-plated steel or corrosion resistant alloy. That construction is aimed at school, retail, and multi-family entrances that get hit hard every day. Grade 2 devices such as the Cal-Royal 5000 sit a tier below on the ANSI cycle and strength testing.
12) Can the TownSteel EF9700 replace a Von Duprin 22 on my door?
Both are Grade 1 wide stile pushpad rim devices in the 36 inch size, so the application is the same kind of opening. The difference that matters for your job: the Von Duprin 22 we carry is not fire rated, while the TownSteel EF9700 is, so the TownSteel is the one that belongs on a labeled door. Mounting hole patterns differ between manufacturers, so expect to re-prep rather than drop into existing holes.
13) If the door is not fire rated, is there a simpler wide stile 36 inch rim device than the EF9700?
Yes. The TownSteel EF9700 is fire rated Grade 1 heavy duty and comes with electrified latch retraction options, which you do not need on a non rated mechanical opening. Straight non rated wide stile 36 inch rim devices include the Von Duprin 22-3FT, a Grade 1 non-handed wide stile pushpad device for 1-3/4 inch doors, the Corbin Russwin ED2200, a Grade 1 wide stile exit only device, and the BEST Precision 2101, a wide stile 36 inch rim device. The Cal-Royal 5000 is another 36 inch wide rim touch bar device, rated Grade 2 and listed heavy duty.
14) What is the difference between the TownSteel EF9700 and a crossbar rim device like the CRL Jackson 1095 or Corbin Russwin ED3200?
The TownSteel EF9700 is a fire rated Grade 1 heavy duty rim device built on a push bar style chassis with a non-handed, reversible design. The CRL Jackson 1095 is a 48 inch crossbar wide stile rim panic device in exit only function and is not fire rated, and the Corbin Russwin ED3200 is a Grade 1 48 inch crossbar wide stile rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors, also not fire rated. Crossbar devices carry a different look and a different projection off the door face, and neither of those two suits a fire rated opening.
15) My spec calls for a concealed vertical rod device, not a rim device. What takes the place of the EF9700?
The TownSteel EF9700 is a rim device, latching to a surface strike on the frame. If the drawing calls for concealed vertical rod, the Hager 4501 Series is a Grade 1 36 inch concealed vertical rod device with a wide stile pushpad, and the Hager 4601 Series is a Grade 1 36 inch concealed vertical rod device in narrow stile. Neither Hager is listed fire rated, so confirm the rating against your opening.
16) We standardize on Grade 1 exit hardware across our buildings. Which fire rated options besides the TownSteel EF9700 carry a Grade 1 rating?
The TownSteel EF9700 is ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified, UL/cUL listed for UL 305, ADA compliant and meets Buy American Act guidelines. Other fire rated Grade 1 rim devices in the same class are the Dexter ED1000 Series fire rated rim device and the Adams Rite 3700 Series, both listed Grade 1 with fire rating. The Orca OED85 and Marks USA M9900F are fire rated 36 inch rim devices as well if a Grade 1 listing is not a hard requirement on that opening.
17) What finishes does the TownSteel 9700 rim exit device come in?
Three finishes: 622 flat black, 630 satin stainless steel, and 695 duro. All three are offered across the standard, ELR, and ELR-REX builds, so you can electrify one opening and still match the mechanical devices on the rest of the doors.
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the TownSteel EF9700-36-630 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The TownSteel EF9700-36-630 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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