Sentry Safety Fire Rated Panic Door Bar with Steel Strike for Double Exit Doors - UL Listed ANSI/BHMA Certified - S (Stainless Steel)

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The Sentry Safety 3000FR & 3200FR Series Dual Door Fire-Rated Panic Exit Bar Package is a complete UL Listed exit hardware solution designed for double-door applications requiring reliable emergency egress and certified fire protection. This package combines the 3000FR Series Rim Style Panic Exit Bar as the primary door device with the 3200FR Series Vertical Rod Panic Exit Bar as the secondary door device, creating a coordinated exit system designed for commercial and institutional fire-rated openings.

In a dual-door application, the primary door is designed to open first, allowing the secondary door to function correctly once the primary door has been engaged. The included 3000FR Series features a durable rim-style design with single-point latching, while the 3200FR Series complements the system with a vertical rod configuration that provides secure top and bottom latching on the secondary door. The vertical rod design allows the secondary door to operate properly in double-door applications where coordinated emergency egress is required.

Both panic exit bars are UL Listed, 3-hour fire rated, and ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified, providing the highest level of performance, durability, and safety for demanding commercial applications. Designed for exit-only use, this package is ideal for schools, hospitals, warehouses, office buildings, and other facilities requiring fire-rated panic hardware. Both devices feature universal handing for right- or left-hand installation, surface-mounted designs for easier installation, exterior cylinder locks with keys for controlled access, and compatibility exclusively with Sentry Safety Handles. Available in painted or stainless steel finishes, the 3000FR & 3200FR Series package provides a dependable fire-rated solution for dual-door emergency exits.

Sentry Safety 3000FR Panic Bar (Primary) Recommended Applications: Fire-rated doors designed to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke Fire-rated glass doors with a metal stile (frame) at least 1-1/2" wide Steel, wood, and composite solid-face doors Doors with a minimum width of 25" Doors with no maximum width, provided the 40" panic bar length is suitable for the application Doors up to a maximum thickness of 2" when using an outside handle Single doors, double doors with mullions, or double doors without a mullion when paired with a 3200FR Series Panic Exit Bar Not Recommended For: Doors secured with a magnetic lock. This panic bar cannot release a magnetic lock. Non-fire-rated door applications. This panic bar is designed specifically for use on fire-rated doors.

Sentry Safety 3200FR Panic Bar (Secondary) Recommended Applications: Fire-rated doors designed to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke during a fire Fire-rated glass doors with a metal stile (frame) at least 1-1/2" wide Steel, wood, and composite solid-face doors Doors with a minimum width of 25" Doors with no maximum width, provided the 40" panic bar length is suitable for the application Applications requiring UL-listed panic hardware Doors up to a maximum thickness of 2" when using an outside handle Single doors, double doors with mullions, or double doors without a mullion when paired with a 3200FR Series Panic Exit Bar Not Recommended For: Doors secured with a magnetic lock. This panic bar cannot release a magnetic lock. Non-fire-rated door applications. This panic bar is specifically designed for use on fire-rated doors.

Fire Rated:

Both the Sentry Safety 3000FR and 3200FR Series Panic Exit Bars are UL Listed and have passed a 3-hour fire resistance test for use on fire-rated openings. Both series also meet ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 standards for panic exit hardware, the highest performance rating established by ANSI/BHMA. These devices are tested to meet strict requirements for durability, safety, and performance, providing reliable operation in demanding commercial, institutional, and industrial applications.

Trimming the Panic Bar to Size:

Both panic bars are supplied with a total length of 40". They do not need to span the entire width of the door, provided there is a flat mounting surface, allowing them to be installed on doors wider than 40". If shortening is required, the section of tubing beyond the alarm key can be cut with a hacksaw, and the included end cap is then installed. Both the 3000FR and 3200FR Series can be trimmed down to 30".

Changing from Right- or Left-Hand Mounting:

Both panic bars are field reversible. To change the handing, remove the top section by removing the four screws. Unscrew the flathead screw located below the spring to disengage the top assembly. Remove the spring, relocate it to the opposite side, tighten it into place, and reinstall the flathead screw to secure the top assembly. Once completed, the panic bar is ready for installation on the opposite hand.

Latching and Mounting:

Both the 3000FR and 3200FR Series are surface-mounted panic exit bars installed on the secure (inside) face of the door. The primary difference between the two models is how they secure the door:

• 3000FR Series: This is a rim-style panic exit bar with a single-point latch that engages a strike mounted on the door frame behind the closed door.
• 3200FR Series: This is a vertical rod panic exit bar with top and bottom latching points. The rods extend to the top and bottom of the door, securing into strikes mounted at the top and bottom of the door frame.

If the door has an existing handle, it must be removed before installation. Cover caps are available to conceal the holes left behind after removing the handle, and door jamb brackets are available to cover the original latch location on the frame. Mounting bolts are included; however, depending on the door material, wood screws, self-tapping metal screws, or sex bolts may be used. Sex bolts fasten through both sides of the door, providing the strongest installation.

Cylinder Release:

Both panic bars include an exterior cylinder that provides momentary access from the outside. The included cylinders are supplied with unique keys unless a keyed-alike option is selected. Turning the key momentarily releases the latch but does not engage the dogging feature. Once the key is released, the panic bar automatically returns to the locked position.

Optional Accessories (Sold Separately):

3000FR & 3200FR Series Compatibility

The 3000FR and 3200FR Series are designed to work together on dual-door applications. The 3200FR Series secures one door to the frame using its top and bottom vertical rods, while the 3000FR Series secures the second door to the first door. This configuration is ideal for overlapping double doors and allows both doors to open when the 3200FR Series push bar is operated.

Outside Door Handle with Key Release

If outside access is required, an exterior handle must be purchased separately. Otherwise, the door can only be opened from the inside using the panic bar. The handle is key-lockable and provides a non-momentary release. Once unlocked, it must be manually relocked to secure the door again. The key does not disengage the panic bar directly; it locks or unlocks the handle, which then operates the panic bar. A keyed-alike option is also available. Please note that if the alarm is active, operating the outside handle will activate the alarm.