Concealed Vertical Rod Panic Devices
Concealed vertical rod panic devices replace hardware found on the interior of specially prepared doors. Because the hardware is contained in the interior of the door, concealed vertical rod panic devices tend to be less prone to damage.
Browse our website to find concealed vertical rod exit devices that were produced by top-rated brands. We have an entire page of concealed vertical rod exit devices that you can order straight from our site.
Review the product’s Lead Time to get an idea of when it will ship. Some concealed vertical rod exit devices take up to a few weeks to ship, so it’s important to know when the item will go out. If the product’s Lead Time notes that the item in stock, then it is currently in our warehouse in Troy, Michigan and we will usually ship it ASAP.
Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device Features
What features do you prefer in your concealed vertical rod exit device? Are you looking for one that will go with a specific door width, one that is non handed, one that is electrified, or a heavy-duty device? If any of these features stand out to you, then we have just the concealed vertical rod exit devices for you.
Door Width For Concealed Vertical Rods
When browsing our selection of concealed vertical rod exit devices, you will find that many of the device product pages allow you to choose a door width. You will want to know the width of the doors you are working on in order to determine which styles of concealed vertical rods will fit your door.
The Jackson 2085 Panic Device is a product that was designed to fit only one door width. This concealed vertical rod panic device was constructed to fit 36 inch doors. Even so, it is one popular item because it is highly rated and Grade 1 ANSI Certified. The device is made up of aluminum, stainless steel and hardened steel parts.
On the other hand, with the Jackson 1285 Panic Device you can choose from a few different door widths. The door widths for this concealed vertical rod exit device include a 30 to 36 inch version or a 37 to 48 inch version. This device was constructed of extruded aluminum and comes in dark brown or aluminum colors. You can also choose the hand options that your door requires, left hand reverse or right hand reverse.
Heavy-Duty Concealed Vertical Rod Panic Devices
The Von Duprin 5547 Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device is a very heavy-duty crossbar panic product. It dates back to the 1970’s and has remained in production ever since. This device can be used on either wood or metal doors.
The Dor-O-Matic 1690 and the Dor-O-Matic EL1690 Panic Device (electrified version) are both meant for buildings that have high traffic volumes on a daily basis. The cover plates and end caps are made of cast metal to withstand damage from high usage. These concealed vertical rod panic devices will be shipped with strikes and screws. You will need to have a power supply for the electrified version.
Replacement Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Devices
You will also want to remember that some concealed vertical rod exit devices should only be used to replace already existing hardware. The Dor-O-Matic EL2390 Exit Device should be used specifically to replace older devices of the same model that are currently installed and falling apart. These currently installed devices may simply be worn out due to overuse throughout the years.
Ask Us About Concealed Vertical Rods
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Dor-o-Matic 1690 Panic Device
The design of the Doromatic 1690 is ideal for demanding, high-traffic applications. The vertical rods and latch mechanisms are concealed in the vertical door stile, ensuring trouble-free operation. Cast metal cover plates and end caps hold up to rigorous use. A quick, singlepoint dogging feature in the housing deactivates the device, permitting unrestricted traffic flow. The Doromatic 1690 may also be used to retrofit a Doromatic 1990 Series crossbar device.
Replacement parts are also available
Shipped with all screws and strikes. The 1690NL Cylinder Assembly (169CA) is required if you wish to use a key cylinder on the exterior, SEE RELATED PRODUCTS toward the bottom of the page.
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Doromatic 1990 Panic Device
The Doromatic 1990 Panic Device has a long history of reliable performance. Although it is now called the Falcon 1990, they are the same device. This device is non handed, meaning it can go on left hand or right hand door. The standard included 41" crossbar will work on doors up 3'8" wide, and the stardard rods will work on a 7' door. It is equipped with hardened steel latches and adjustable strike to ensure safety, security and quiet operation. The package includes all of the mounting screws and strikes.
Hand: Field reversible, non handed.
Dogging Feature: Hex dogging standard.
Cylinder: Rim, key entry (NL) or hold back (HB) available
(field selectable)
Sizes: Field adjustable width, 41" crossbar standard fits 3' 8" x 7'
door, extra length cross bar available.
Doors: 1-3/4" thick metal doors.
Projections: 4-3/8" extended, 2-1/2" depressed.
Stile: 1-3/4" minimum.
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Dor-o-Matic EL1590 Rim Panic Device
Effective December 20, 2024 the EL1590 has been discontinued. Falcon Doromatic is working on retro-fit plates to work with the MEL1690.
Dor-o-Matic/Falcon EL1590 Panic Device with Electric Latch Retraction
The Dor-o-matic 1590 is our heaviest device and offers a clean appearance with push pad styling and a variety of practical features. The Dor-o-matic 1590 is built with rugged steel operating mechanisms, and durable aluminum push bars and end caps.
Requires a Power Supply
Replacement parts are also available
Shipped with all screws and strikes.
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Falcon / Dor-o-Matic MEL1690 Panic Device
The same as the Falcon / Dor-o-Matic 1690 with Mechanical Electric Latch Retraction. Some of the features are listed below. A power supply is required.
Hand: Field reversible, non-handed.
Centercase and end cap are powder-coated black only.
Strikes: PB48 top.
Latches: Hex bottom latch (standard), RL - rod bottom latch, PL - Pullman bottom latch
Cylinder: Rim, key entry (NL) or hold back (HB) feature available.
Field selectable.
Sizes: 30", 36", 42", and 48".
Doors: 1-3/4" thick metal doors, specify if other.
Projections: 3-3/8" in neutral position, 23/8" in dogged position.
Pushbar height is 2-1/2.
Stile: 1-3/4" minimum.Replacement parts are also available
Shipped with all screws and strikes.
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Jackson 1085 Panic Device Concealed Vertical Rod
The Jackson 1085 Panic Device is one of a few original manufactures of Panic Hardware for aluminum framed glass doors, or storefront doors. The 1085, 1095 along with their door closer the 20-330 were installed on about half of these doors in the 1970's and 1980's. They were installed on Vistawall and Kawneer doors just to name a few. Universally recognized as the standard for aluminum storefront hardware it is made of high tensile strength aluminum. The device is Non Handed, Comes with 45" cross bar that is easily cut in the field. Also includes the Concealed Vertical Rods, Screws and Strikes.
Replacement parts are available, in stock!
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Von Duprin 5547EO Panic Hardware
The Von Duprin 5547 Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device is used primarily on aluminum framed glass doors, otherwise known as Narrow Stile Doors. It is one of the most heavy duty cross bar devices made, and has been in production since at least the 1970's. It will fit on Stile widths of 1-3/4", and ships with all the mounting screws, dog key and all the necessary strikes. The device is also non handed.
To order select Finish and Type of Door Construction. For Metal Doors select Metal Door, for Wood Doors, make sure you select Wood Door, the Wood Door model has additional brackets for mounting.
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8600 Adams Rite Concealed Vertical Rod
The Adams Rite 8600 Concealed Vertical Rod is designed for narrow stile aluminum framed glass doors. The device will fit on stile widths of 2" or more. We recommend this device for replacement only, modifying your existing door to this exit device will be labor intensive. The 8611 would be for the aluminum finish and the 8622 would be or the dark bronze finish. We try to keep the Aluminum and Dark Bronze in stock in the 36" and 48" devices.
This device is not Electrified, please call for the Electrified Model.
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Adams Rite 8600 Electric Latch Retraction Concealed Vertical Rod
The Adams Rite 8600EL Electric latch Retraction Concealed Vertical Rod is designed for narrow stile aluminum framed glass doors. The device will fit on stile widths of 2" or more. The EL version We recommend this device for replacement or upgrading your current 8600 to Latch Retraction, modifying your existing door to this exit device will be labor intensive. The 8611EL would be for the aluminum finish and the 8622EL would be or the dark bronze finish.
This device is Electrified, please see the 8600 for the non Electric Device.
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