The Sentry Safety Stainless Steel Cross Bar Exit Device (120 Series) is a heavy-duty surface-mounted panic exit solution designed for secure emergency egress in commercial and institutional environments. Built with a stainless steel cross bar and vertical rod latching system, this device delivers dependable top-and-bottom locking performance for enhanced door security.
This model is available in separate right-hand and left-hand configurations, and the handing cannot be changed after purchase. Proper handing must be selected prior to installation to ensure correct operation. The system is designed for both 28" and 36" push bar lengths, making it suitable for a range of standard exit door sizes.
The 120 Series is surface mounted on the interior (rear face) of the door, with rods extending to a top surface strike and a bottom floor keeper. The floor keeper receives a drop pin into the floor for secure lower locking. The top strike mounts to the door frame behind the door, while the bottom assembly anchors into the floor or threshold area.
This device is commonly used in dual-door or high-traffic exit applications where a strong, mechanical, and reliable exit solution is required.
Recommended Applications:
- Glass doors with a metal stile (frame) at least 2" wide
- Steel, wood, and composite solid-face doors
- Doors up to a maximum width of 38.25"
- Doors up to a maximum thickness of 3-3/8"
- Doors with any usage frequency (light, medium, or high traffic)
- Doors up to 7' tall (standard), or up to 8' tall when using an extended rod (sold separately)
- Double doors without a mullion:
- Use two of this bar for independent doors
- Or pair with a 100 Series Bar when doors overlap or when one door requires exterior access with a handle
Not Recommended For:
- Not UL certified. Do not use where UL listing is required for inspection compliance. Click here for UL-rated bars.
- Not fire rated. Do not install on fire-rated or fire barrier doors. Click here for fire-rated panic bars, or click here for micro-switch panic bars.
- Does not include dogging functionality (cannot be set to remain unlatched for free passage).
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- Heavy-duty stainless steel cross bar construction
- Surface-mounted rim exit device design
- Vertical rod system with top strike and bottom floor keeper
- Available in 28" and 36" bar lengths
- Right-hand and left-hand models sold separately (non-reversible)
- Secure dual-point locking (top strike + bottom floor pin)
- Compatible with steel, wood, composite, and framed glass doors
- Designed for high-frequency use in commercial environments
- Includes rods for standard door height applications
- Optional extended rod kits available for 8 ft. doors
- Mechanical operation with no reliance on electronics
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| Product |
Specifications |
| Product Type |
Cross Bar Exit Device / Panic Exit Bar |
| Series |
120 Series |
| Material |
Stainless Steel Cross Bar |
| Mounting Style |
Surface Mount (Rim Type) |
| Handing |
Fixed (Right-hand or Left-hand must be selected) |
| Bar Length Options |
28 in. / 36 in. |
| Maximum Door Width |
38.25 in. |
| Maximum Door Thickness |
3 3/8 in. |
| Maximum Door Height |
7 ft. standard / 8 ft. with extended rods (sold separately) |
| Latch Type |
Vertical Rod (Top Strike + Bottom Floor Keeper) |
| Top Hardware |
Surface strike |
| Bottom Hardware |
Floor keeper with drop pin engagement |
| Door Compatibility |
Steel, Wood, Composite, and Framed Glass (minimum 2" stile) |
| Dogging |
Not included |
| UL Listed |
No |
| Fire Rated |
No |
| Installation Location |
Interior rear face of door |
- Sentry Safety 120 Series Stainless Steel Cross Bar Exit Device
- Vertical Rod Assembly (Top and Bottom)
- Top Surface Strike
- Floor Keeper
- Drop Pin Components
- Installation Hardware
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Trimming the Panic Bar to Size:
The crossbar for this exit device, which connects the two handles, is provided ready for sizing. To shorten the bar, simply cut it to the required length using a hacksaw or miter saw. After cutting, drill a 3/16" hole in the bar for the set screw, then attach it to the handles.
Ordering the Correct Right- or Left-Hand Model:
This style of panic bar is configured for either right-hand or left-hand use and cannot be changed after purchase. To determine the correct handing, stand in front of the door with it swinging away from you. If the hinges are on the right, order a right-hand model. If the hinges are on the left, order a left-hand model.
Latching and Mounting:
This panic crossbar is surface mounted and installed on the rear (secure side) face of the door. The rods extend to latches at the top and bottom of the door. The top connects to a surface strike, while the bottom connects to a floor keeper, allowing a drop pin to engage through a hole in the center of the keeper. The strike is installed on the door frame behind the door, not on the interior frame edge where a traditional handle may have been located. If a handle is present, it must be removed prior to installation. Cover caps are available for the holes left behind, and door jamb brackets are available to cover the previous latch location.
Mounting hardware is included. However, depending on the door material, you may choose to use wood screws, self-tapping metal screws, or sex bolts of the same diameter. Sex bolts provide a stronger installation by securing both sides of the door, with male and female components joining through the door for maximum stability.
Optional Products (Sold Separately):
DK-360 Series Panic Exit Bar with Outside Handle:
The 120 Series panic bar cannot be released from the outside on its own. Because this system is commonly used in double-door applications, the 120 Series can be installed on one door while a DK-360 Series is installed on the opposite door. In this configuration, one door is secured to the frame, while the DK-360 Series locks the second door to the first door. The DK-360 Series can also be paired with an outside handle, allowing controlled exterior access when used with a compatible setup.
Door Closer:
Door closers are available in several styles and configurations, but their purpose remains the same: to ensure the door closes automatically. Because this door always latches to the strike, a door closer is a recommended accessory to help ensure the door remains securely closed and locked.
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