UL500 Series Panic Exit Device
The UL500 Series is a rim type UL panic exit device for single leaf doors. Unlike the fire rated F-series models, the catalog identifies this series as non-fire-rated hardware with hex key dogging, ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 conformity and endurance performance over 500,000 cycles.
What buyers need to know first
Hardware buyers usually compare door type, opening size, fire rating, finish and access-control compatibility before asking for price.
Non-Fire-Rated Panic Hardware
The UL500 series is presented as a UL panic exit device for single leaf doors and is identified in the catalog as a non-fire-rated device.
Operation and Dogging
The catalog describes inside handspike operation and outside key operation, with non-fire-rated devices supplied with hex key dogging and Allen key dogging.
Model Selection
The series includes UL500S and UL500P half-length models, plus UL500-1S and UL500-1P full-length models for different cover material and finish requirements.
Applications
Buyer Advantages
Good fit for non-fire-rated single leaf exit door projects
Half-length and full-length options support different door schedules
Standard dogging function supports daily access convenience
Can match with outside access devices such as cylinder, trim and lever
ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 and endurance data help buyers compare with fire-rated alternatives
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