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TownSteel 9700 Series EF9700 - Fire Rated 48" Heavy Duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device

TownSteel EF9700 Fire Rated 48" Heavy Duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device

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TownSteel EF9700 Fire Rated 48" Heavy Duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device

The TownSteel EF9700 is a fire rated, 48" heavy-duty Grade 1 rim exit device engineered for demanding commercial applications requiring reliable emergency egress. Part of TownSteel's 9700 Series, this ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified device is UL/cUL Listed for UL 305 and designed for wide stile doors with a minimum stile width of 4-3/4" (120mm). The non-handed, reversible design simplifies stocking and installation, while electro-plated steel and corrosion-resistant alloy internal components deliver long-term durability in high-traffic commercial environments.

Key Features

  • Door Size Compatibility: Configured for 48" doors with a minimum stile width of 4-3/4" (120mm), suited for wide stile commercial door applications.
  • Non-Handed Design: All EF9700 devices are non-handed and reversible, allowing a single device to be installed on either left- or right-handed doors without modification.
  • Shock-Resistant Latching: High shock-resistant latching mechanical design provides dependable protection against impact and forced-entry conditions.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Construction: Internal components are electro-plated steel or corrosion-resistant alloy for extended service life in demanding commercial environments.
  • Fire Rated Performance: Rated for fire door applications, supporting life-safety egress requirements on fire-rated openings.
  • Grade 1 Heavy-Duty Rating: ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certification confirms heavy-duty performance suitable for high-traffic commercial and institutional doors.
  • Wide Stile Hardware: Purpose-built for wide stile door construction, ensuring proper fit and reliable function on commercial-grade door systems.

Certifications & Compliance

  • ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 Certified
  • UL/cUL Listed for UL 305
  • Fire Rated for fire door applications
  • Meets requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Meets guidelines of the Buy American Act

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: 48"
  • 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
  • Fire-Rated Egress Door Openings

Why TownSteel EF9700?

TownSteel EF9700 rim exit devices combine ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certification with UL/cUL Listing for UL 305, delivering the heavy-duty performance demanded in commercial life-safety applications. Electro-plated steel and corrosion-resistant alloy internal components, paired with a non-handed reversible design and compliance with ADA and Buy American Act guidelines, make the EF9700 a dependable choice for fire-rated egress doors in high-traffic commercial facilities.

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:
48"
Fire Rating:
Yes
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

TownSteel EF9700-48-630 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the TownSteel EF9700 approved for a fire rated opening?
Yes. The EF9700 is a fire rated exit device, and the 9700 Series is UL/cUL Listed to UL 305 and ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified. Fire rated exit devices have no dogging, so the latch stays projected at all times on a fire door.
2) Can I get the EF9700 with electric latch retraction for access control?
Yes. Besides the standard mechanical device, the EF9700 is offered with ELR (electrified latch retraction) and with ELR-REX, which adds a request to exit signal back to the access control panel. Pick ELR-REX when the panel needs to know the bar was pushed, for example to shunt an alarm or log egress.
3) What other 48 inch fire rated rim exit devices could I use instead of the TownSteel EF9700?
The closest cross-brand match at the same length is the Marks USA M9900F 48 inch fire rated rim device, exit only with a panic protector end cap. The Dexter ED1000 Series fire rated rim device is another Grade 1 fire rated option. Watch out for lookalikes that are not fire rated: the Cal-Royal A9820 and the Corbin Russwin ED3200 are both 48 inch rim devices but neither carries a fire rating, so they cannot go on a fire door.
4) My opening has a narrow stile aluminum door - is the TownSteel EF9700 the wrong device?
The EF9700 is a wide stile device with a 4-3/4 inch minimum stile width, so a narrow stile aluminum door will not take it. For narrow stile openings, the Detex 40 Advantex is a Grade 1 extra heavy duty narrow stile rim device, and the Corbin Russwin ED4200 is a Grade 1 narrow stile rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors. Both are non-fire-rated in their listed specs, so confirm the rating your opening requires.
5) What is the difference between the TownSteel EF9700 and the Cal-Royal A9820 48 inch rim exit device?
Both are 48 inch heavy duty rim devices. The Cal-Royal A9820 is exit only and its specs list it as Grade 2 and not fire rated. The TownSteel EF9700 is fire rated and ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1 certified, UL/cUL listed for UL 305, and meets ADA requirements and Buy American Act guidelines. Neither is for wood doors.
6) Which rim devices compare to the TownSteel EF9700 if I need electrified latch retraction?
The EF9700 is offered with ELR electrified latch retraction and with ELR-REX combining latch retraction and request to exit. Comparable electrified rim hardware includes the Sargent 12-8810-LTRIM, a fire rated wide stile rim device with RX and MELR, and the SDC S6136 Spectra, a 36 inch electrified architectural rim device with a 4 inch wide stile for 1-3/4 to 2 inch doors, listed as not fire rated.
7) Do I have to specify handing when ordering the TownSteel 9700 Series exit device?
No handing to call out. All 9700 Series devices are non-handed or reversible, so one part number covers left and right hand openings. That makes it easier to stock a single device across a building.
8) Is a rim exit device the right choice for my opening, or do I need vertical rods?
A rim device like the EF9700 latches into a surface strike on the frame head or stop, so it suits a single door or 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 want vertical rod hardware instead, such as the Hager 4501 Series concealed vertical rod device.
9) Is the TownSteel 9700 tough enough for a high traffic entrance?
It is built for commercial heavy duty service and carries ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1, the highest grade for exit devices. The latching mechanism is shock resistant, and internal components are electro-plated steel or corrosion resistant alloy, which matters on exterior doors and on coastal or wash-down sites.
10) Can I use a crossbar rim device like the CRL Jackson 1095 in place of the TownSteel EF9700?
They are not interchangeable on a fire door. The CRL Jackson 1095 is a 48 inch crossbar rim panic device, wide stile, exit only, and its specs list it as not fire rated; the Corbin Russwin ED3200 is likewise a Grade 1 48 inch crossbar rim device listed as not fire rated. The TownSteel EF9700 is a 48 inch fire rated push pad device, Grade 1 certified and UL/cUL listed for UL 305.
11) Is there a fire rated alternative to the TownSteel EF9700 for a narrower door?
Yes. The Dexter ED1000 Series fire rated rim device is Grade 1 and for metal doors, the Orca OED85 is a 36 inch fire rated rim device, exit only, and the Arrow FS1250 is a 32 inch fire rated rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors. The TownSteel EF9700 covers the 48 inch opening with the same fire rating and Grade 1 certification.
12) Is an SDC pressure sense bar or switch bar a substitute for the TownSteel EF9700?
No. The SDC PSB560 pressure sense bar and MSB550 mechanical switch bar are electrified release bars for narrow or wide stile doors and both are listed as not fire rated; they signal or release a separate lock rather than provide a latching panic device. The TownSteel EF9700 is a fire rated Grade 1 rim exit device with its own high shock-resistant latching mechanism, UL/cUL listed for UL 305.
13) For standardizing 48 inch openings across a facility, what wide stile Grade 1 rim devices line up with the TownSteel EF9700?
Wide stile Grade 1 48 inch options include the DORMA 9300 Series, a heavy duty wide stile panic rim device, exit only, for 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 inch doors and listed as not fire rated, and the Sargent 2828 reversible rim device for a 48 inch minimum door width, exit only. The TownSteel EF9700 is the fire rated choice in that group, Grade 1 certified, UL/cUL listed for UL 305, ADA compliant, and available in 622 flat black, 630 satin stainless steel, and 695 Duro.
14) What finishes does the TownSteel EF9700 rim device come in?
Three finishes: 622 flat black, 630 satin stainless steel, and 695 duro. All three are offered on the standard device and on both the ELR and ELR-REX electrified versions, so you can keep the finish consistent across mechanical and electrified openings in the same building.
15) I need a matching non-fire-rated device for the interior doors in the same building. What pairs with the EF9700?
Stay in the TownSteel 9700 Series. The fire rated EF9700 and its non-fire-rated siblings share the same wide stile push pad look and the same 622, 630 and 695 finishes, so the interior openings match the fire rated stair and corridor doors without mixing brands.
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Does the TownSteel EF9700-48-630 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The TownSteel EF9700-48-630 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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