PDU8500
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Safeguard your door while emanating flawless design with the Rockwood Architectural Panic Device. Incorporating a patented flat security latch, the PDU8500’s engraved push area and boundary grooves make exit doors stand out in a crowd. With a selection of cylinder, pull, and finish choices, no concessions are needed.
Product Overview
Features
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Top latching panic device with patented flat security latch
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Engraved latch lines
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Dampener in actuator assembly
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Engraved push area with boundary grooves
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Adjustable stops on strikes include set screws
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Keyed and non-keyed options
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Dogging feature standard (Security dogging available)
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Post mount design with six standard exterior pull choices
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For panic devices for all-glass doors please click here
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US32316, US32D316 finishes offer superior corrosion resistance for withstanding harsh environments
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Push bar and select mating pulls available in two-piece configurations
Benefits
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Suites with Rockwood architectural pulls and accessories
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Dummy version available for matching aesthetics (DDU8000)
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Engraved push area and boundary grooves allow for enhanced visibility and tactility
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Dogging feature depresses and holds device into place, adding convenience during operating hours
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Optional bent end return prevents catching of clothing, other items during egress
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Available spare parts kit contains most common misplaced device fasteners for convenient field maintenance
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US32316, US32D316 finishes ideal for use in coastal, high salt level, urban, and industrial areas, and environments exposed to alkalis and acids
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Patent-pending two-piece panic device allows for: expedited shipping via air freight, easier storage/stacking in facility or warehouse, easier transport to and around job site
Specifications
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Handing: Right-hand Reverse (Swing 3), Left-hand Reverse (Swing 4)
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Maximum Door Thickness: 2 1/2"
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Minimum Door Thickness: 1 3/8"
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Base Material: Stainless steel
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Door Type: Aluminum Doors, Wood, Metal, Storefront
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Dimensions: Vertical (crash bar to top of tube): 28-1/2" min Horizontal: 15-3/4" min; 48" max
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Grip Diameter: 1 1/4"
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Pull Projection: 3 1/4"
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Push Projection: 2 5/8"
Certifications
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ANSI/BHMA A156.3, Grade 1
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UL 305 - Standard for Panic Hardware
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ANSI/BHMA A156.41
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IBC Section 1010.1.9.6
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California Building Code Chapter 11B, Section 11B-309.4
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CAN/ULC-S132
Note:
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This device is not fire-rated
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*This option was specifically designed to be used in the state of California or other areas where a 5 lb. activation force is required to meet ADA. For other geographies, we recommend using our standard PDU8500.
Model Options
No Pull
No Mating Pull
1
Full-Height L-Shaped Pull
2
Half-Height L-Shaped Pull
3
Full-Height Straight Pull
4
Half-Height Straight Pull
5
Short Centered Straight Pull
6
Horizontal Straight Pull
Opening Requirements
| Aluminum Storefront Stile Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Medium Stile | Wide Stile | |
| Width | 3 1/2" and less than 5" | 5" and greater |
| Backset | 2 1/4" | 4 1/8" |
| Wood and Metal Door Backset Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Single Door Application | 5 1/8" |
| Double Door Application | 4 1/8" |
| Hollow Metal Frame Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Stop Height | 5/8" |
| Stop Width | Minimum of 3" wide |
| Closer Reinforcement | Minimum of 12 gauge closer reinforcement along the stop width in the area where the strike will be installed |
Cylinder Options
| Option Code | Description |
|---|---|
|
01 |
Mortise Cylinder |
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02 |
Small format interchangeable core housing w/plastic construction core, 7-pin (SFIC) |
|
03 |
Special Order (keyed alike) |
|
04 |
Customer supplied cylinder |
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05 |
Dummy cylinder |
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06 |
Only available on No Mating Pull and Horizontal Straight Mating Pull options. Blank Escutcheon Plate provided |
|
09 |
Keyed Construction Core for 7-pin SFIC Cylinder |
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10 |
Customer Swapping in Field |
Finishes
US32D/US32
Split finish - Satin stainless steel device (US32D,/630) and bright stainless steel push area (US32/629)
Custom
Custom
4E
Translucent Brass Powder Coat Equivalent
10BE
Dark Oxidized Satin Bronze, Equivalent
314E
Extra Dark Bronze, Equivalent
BPC
Black Powder Coat
BSP
Black Suede Powder Coat
FBPC
Flat Black Powder Coat
US32
Bright Stainless Steel
US32MS
Polished MicroShield Coated
US32316
Polished 316 Alloy
US32D
Satin Stainless Steel
US32DMS
Satin MicroShield Coated
US32D316
Satin 316 Alloy
WPC
White Powder Coat
WSP
White Suede Powder Coat
RPC
Red Powder Coat
Infill Options
Black (SS)
Black Gloss Paint (standard)
White (SS)
White Gloss Paint
Custom (SS)
Custom Colors
None (SS)
No Infill
Black (PC)
Black Gloss Paint
White (PC)
White Gloss Paint
Custom (PC)
Custom Colors
None (PC)
No Infill (standard)
Question: What product line does the PDU8500 Panic Device
fall under?
Answer: Rockwood Products. Device literature and pricing can
be found on assaabloydooraccessories.us.
Question: Who can purchase the PDU8500 Panic Device?
Answer: Customers who have an open account with Rockwood
Products and have an understanding that they are required to
follow installation instructions and videos.
Question: What is required to order a Panic Device
Answer: A completed PDU8500 order form must be filled out,
then a door template will be sent back to customer for final
approval. Once approved, the order will be entered.
Question: What door types does the PDU8500 work with?
Answer: Metal, storefront and wood doors.
Question: Are there any special requirements for hollow metal
frames?
Answer:Yes, specific stop height, stop width, and reinforcements are required. See the PDU8500 order form for details.
Question: Where can I find strike templates?
Answer: Strike templates can be found on
assaabloydooraccessories.us, Resource Library > Product
Templates > Rockwood Templates > Architectural Panic
Devices and Locking Pulls
Question: What stiles can the PDU8500 device be used on?
Answer: The device will work on medium and wide stiles.
Medium stiles are 3 1
/2" and less than 5". 5" and greater is
considered a wide stile.
Question: What door thicknesses are available?
Answer: The device will work on doors 1 3
/8" - 3 1
/2" thick.
Question:What is the smallest backset that can be used on
the PDU8500?
Answer: The smallest backset is 2 1
/4".
Question: What finishes are available?
Answer: The device is stainless steel based. All stainless steel
finishes, stock powder coats and customer powder coats are
available.
Question: What is the warranty on the device?
Answer: 3-year limited warranty. See ASSA ABLOY Rockwood
PDU8500 Series Warranty for full details.
Question: Can the device be modified in the field?
Answer: No. Any field prep will void the warranty.
Question: Does the device meet California Building Code
(2019) Sec. 11B-309.4?
Answer: Yes, there is an option that can be chosen when
ordering to meet California Building Code (2019) Sec 11B309.4. This option was specifically designed to be used in
the state of California or other areas where a 5lb. activation
force is required to meet ADA. For other geographies we
recommend using our standard PDU8500.
Question: Is the PDU8500 fire rated?
Answer: No.
Question: Is dogging standard?
Answer: Yes, the device will come with the dogging feature
unless otherwise specified when ordering.
Question: Any special door requirements?
Answer: It is highly recommended for the door to be prepped
in a door shop with CNC equipment. Door must be prepped
when it is horizontal.
Question: What is the lead time?
Answer: Approximate lead time is 15 working days from the
time the order is entered into Rockwood's system. Lead time
may change depending on quantity, etc.
Question: Where is the PDU8500 assembled?
Answer: In America's County: Somerset County, Pennsylvania.