PDQ 4P01 Rim Exit Device Blank Plate Trim - Stainless Steel Exit Only Plate

The PDQ 4P01 is a high-durability, stainless steel Blank Plate Trim designed to secure the exterior of a door equipped with a rim exit device. Engineered for "Exit Only" applications, this trim provides a clean, vandal-resistant solution for secondary exits, stairwell doors, or rear delivery entrances where outside entry is not permitted. It serves as a structural barrier that prevents unauthorized access while maintaining the professional aesthetic of the building's hardware.

Beyond its sleek appearance, the 4P01 is a problem-solving component for retrofitting and facility upgrades. It is specifically designed to cover a standard 161 lock prep (a 2-1/8" cylindrical bore), allowing facility managers to transition a door from a standard lever lock to a panic bar system without needing to replace or patch the door. The heavy-duty thru-bolt mounting ensures the plate remains immovably anchored to the exit device, offering a far more secure solution than surface-mounted covers.

ANSI Function 01: Exit Only (Blank Trim)

The ANSI 01 Function is the most secure exterior trim configuration for panic hardware. It is designed for openings that must remain strictly one-way for fire safety and security compliance.

• Exterior Security: The exterior face is a completely smooth, blank plate with no moving parts, levers, or cylinders. This eliminates points of attack for vandals and prevents unauthorized entry from the outside.
• Egress Compliance: While the outside is a "dead end," the interior rim exit device remains fully functional. This allows occupants to exit immediately at any time, meeting all life-safety and fire codes for emergency egress.
• Common Applications: Ideal for emergency exits in retail warehouses, back-of-house corridors in hospitals, and "exit-only" gates in educational facilities.

Technical Specifications

Solutions for Facility Maintenance and Security

The PDQ 4P01 Blank Plate is engineered to address specific commercial door challenges:

• Efficient Retrofitting: If you are upgrading an office door to a panic exit system, the 4P01 effectively hides the old 2-1/8" lever hole. This saves the significant cost of purchasing a new door or the labor of a "bondo-and-paint" repair.
• Vandal Resistance: With a 1/8" thick stainless steel profile and through-bolted assembly, this trim is nearly impossible to pry or remove from the door face, protecting the internal mechanism of the exit device from tampering.
• Architectural Consistency: The US32D Satin Stainless Steel finish provides maximum corrosion resistance and matches most commercial hardware, ensuring a uniform look across all exterior and interior openings.
• Structural Integrity: By utilizing thru-bolts that pass through the door and thread directly into the exit device chassis, the 4P01 creates a "clamping" effect that strengthens the door around the lock prep area.