Sargent 715-8 ETL US26D Outside Trim – Professional Passage Function Solution  

This is intended for:

•  Narrow Stile (8500 Series) Wide Stile (8800 Series) Rim Exit Devices
• Surface Vertical Rod less Bottom Rod Devices (NB8700 Series)
• Surface Vertical Rod Devices (PP/PR & SP Series)

The Sargent 715-8 ETL US26D Outside Trim is a premium architectural hardware solution designed to facilitate high-volume occupant flow in commercial and institutional settings. Operating in a Passage Function (ANSI 14/15), this trim features an always-active lever that allows for unrestricted entry without the need for a key. This makes it the ideal accessibility solution for common areas, cafeteria entrances, and internal corridors where doors must remain unlatched and accessible to the public or staff at all times. Finished in a professional US26D (Satin Chrome), the ETL lever design is fully ADA compliant, offering an ergonomic, non-slip grip that meets the highest standards for universal building design.

Engineered for exceptional versatility, the Sargent 715-8 ETL is a compatibility solution specifically optimized for a wide array of Sargent 80 Series exit devices. It interfaces seamlessly with Narrow Stile (8500 Series) and Wide Stile (8800 Series) rim devices, as well as complex vertical rod configurations including Surface Vertical Rod Less Bottom Rod (NB8700) and standard SVR (PP/PR & SP Series). By utilizing a heavy-duty through-bolted mounting system, this trim acts as a structural reinforcement solution, ensuring that the exterior handle remains stable and perfectly aligned even under the mechanical stress of millions of operations in high-traffic environments like schools or hospitals.

Mechanical Utility & ANSI Function Summary

The 715-8 ETL trim provides a streamlined interface for exit hardware, prioritizing ease of movement while maintaining life-safety standards:

• Passage Function (ANSI 14/15): The lever is always active and provides entry by retracting the latch bolt. There is no cylinder or locking mechanism, making it the primary operational efficiency solution for non-secure transition points.
• 8-Suffix Cross-Type Spindle: Features a specialized internal drive hub designed for multi-point latching systems, providing a mechanical synchronization solution for vertical rods and rim latches.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Performance: Certified to the highest industry standards for durability, ensuring the hardware acts as a long-term reliability solution for heavy-use institutional openings.
• Life Safety Compliance: While the exterior allows free entry, the interior exit device always ensures immediate egress, providing a total life-safety solution that meets all national fire codes.

Technical Specifications

Engineered Solutions for High-Traffic Facility Management

The Sargent 715-8 ETL addresses the specific technical and logistical demands of modern building maintenance:

• Unified Hardware Solution: Because it is compatible with both rim and surface vertical rod devices, this trim allows facility managers to maintain a design-unified look across different door types within a single facility.
• Vertical Rod Optimization: Standard trims often struggle with the "lift-to-retract" motion required for SVR devices. The 715-8 is a mechanical solution specifically geared to ensure rods clear the floor and head strikes fully, preventing latch drag and floor damage.
• High-Traffic Reliability: In public buildings, passage levers see constant use. The Sargent 715-8 series utilizes a heavy-duty internal return spring, providing a durability solution that prevents lever sag and mechanical fatigue.
• ADA Accessibility Solution: The ETL lever design allows for operation with a closed fist or a light push, ensuring that your facility meets all federal accessibility guidelines and universal design standards.
• Precision Handing Adjustment: Since this trim is handed (LHR or RHR), the internal drive-hub is factory-set for the specific swing of your door. This provides a smooth-operation solution, reducing friction and ensuring a tactile, high-quality feel during use.

Special Note: The door handing information is needed upon order placement. If you are unsure of the handing of your door, please compare the picture above to your opening for clarification.

For more information as to which 700 Series Trim goes with which 80 Series Device please see below: