Exterior Door Electrified Exit Device w/ Key Switch Application
ELR Exit Device & Automatic Door Operator Configurations
Secure your building’s perimeter with our Exterior Electrified Exit Device with Key Switch Applications. This setup combines the strength of a Grade 1 electrified panic bar with the precision of a mortise key switch for authorized entry. Ideal for schools, industrial facilities, and retail centers, this configuration allows staff to manually bypass electronic locks or "dog" the doors open for high-traffic events using a physical high-security key.
System Operation:
This application utilizes a mechanical key interface to trigger the electronic release of the exit hardware .
- The door is normally closed and latched.
- Free egress is permitted at all times.
- Door opened from exterior by key switch that activates latch retraction.
- Door can be electronically dogged by key switch for "day mode" free entry.
- The door is normally closed and latched.
System Summary:
- Secured State: The door remains locked from the exterior. The electrified exit device is fully latched, and the exterior trim is disabled or rigid.
- Authorized Keyed Entry: An authorized user inserts a physical key into the exterior mortise key switch and turns it.
- Electronic Activation: The switch sends a signal to the power supply, which momentarily unlocks the electrified trim or retracts the latch (ELR).
- Maintained Bypass (Optional): Many key switches can be set to "Maintained" mode, allowing the door to remain electronically unlocked for deliveries or shift changes until the key is turned back.
- Standard Egress: From the interior, the mechanical push bar always allows for immediate, one-motion exit, ensuring full compliance with life-safety codes.
- Rugged Reliability: By using a mortise cylinder, you ensure the system is resistant to tampering and environmental wear, common in exterior applications.
Electrified Exit Devices & Outside Trims
Beyond standard Request to Exit (REX) signaling, our electrified hardware offers advanced monitoring and control options for any architectural opening. Latchbolt Monitoring and Signal Switches provide real-time feedback on door status, while [link] Motorized Electric Latch Retraction (MELR) and Electric Dogging allow for seamless integration with automatic operators and high-traffic scheduling. For entry control, our Electrified Outside Exit Trims provide a secure, brand-specific way to manage exterior access without replacing the entire device. For high-security environments, Delayed Egress functionality deters unauthorized exit without compromising life-safety codes. Each of these configurations is available with Windstorm and Hurricane certification, ensuring the technical specifications and mounting hardware meet the most rigorous coastal building requirements.
Power Supplies & Power Transfer
Ensure your electrified hardware never misses a beat with our Securitron BPS and PSP power supplies, which deliver clean, filtered power to your access control system. To protect critical wiring from damage or tampering, we offer a full range of power transfer solutions, including concealed electric hinges, EPTs, and heavy-duty armored door loops.
Readers, Keypads & Egress Sensors
Control who enters and how they exit. This section includes Securitron DK-26 keypads, high-accuracy XMS2 motion sensors, mortise key switches, door position switches (DPS), and Sense Bars & Handles. In 2026, we prioritize "No-Touch" technology, featuring Alarm Controls wave-to-open sensors that trigger both the lock release and the door operator for a completely sanitary, hands-free experience.
ElectroLynx® Accessories
To eliminate the risk of field-wiring errors, McKinney ElectroLynx® accessories offer a plug-and-play system. This section includes cable harnesses, crimpers, and connectors that allow for snap-together installation, significantly reducing labor costs and ensuring a fail-safe connection between the power source and the hardware.
