PDQ 6310R 48" Heavy-Duty Non Rated Rim Exit Device - Grade 1 Panic Bar for Wide Doors

The PDQ 6310R is an architectural-grade, extra heavy-duty Grade 1 Rim Exit Device specifically engineered for oversized 48-inch (4-foot) door openings. Built to withstand the extreme demands of high-traffic commercial and institutional facilities, this wide-stile panic bar is the premier solution for large entryways in convention centers, hospital main bays, and school auditoriums. Its robust investment-cast chassis and patent-pending "cush-spring" technology ensure whisper-quiet operation and an industry-leading lifespan of over one million cycles.

As a high-performance security and life-safety solution, the 6310R is designed to eliminate common hardware failures associated with wide doors, such as rail sagging and latch misalignment. The device features a heavy-duty flush end cap that keys directly into the rail for maximum pry resistance, providing a formidable barrier against unauthorized entry while maintaining a seamless, effortless path for emergency egress. Its non-handed design allows for universal field installation, making it the most versatile choice for facility managers looking to standardize their hardware across an entire campus.

ANSI/BHMA Function: Rim Exit Device (Panic Hardware)

The PDQ 6310R is classified as high-traffic panic hardware, designed to facilitate immediate building evacuation while maintaining exterior security.

• Immediate Emergency Egress: A single motion push on any part of the touch bar instantly retracts the 3/4" throw latch bolt. It is engineered to operate with minimal force, ensuring compliance with all emergency life-safety codes even in high-stress situations.
• Hex Key Dogging (Standard): For non-fire-rated doors, this device includes a hex key dogging feature. When "dogged" during business hours, the touch bar remains depressed and the latch is held in a retracted state, allowing the door to function as a push-pull entrance. This significantly reduces mechanical wear and tear during peak traffic hours.
• Deadlocking Pull-Man Latch: The stainless steel latch bolt features a deadlocking action. When the door is closed, the main bolt is mechanically locked in place, preventing "loiding" attacks where a credit card or tool is used to try and shim the latch from the outside.

Technical Specifications

Professional Solutions for Large-Scale Openings

The PDQ 6300 Series solves the most common architectural and maintenance challenges in modern buildings:

• Engineered for Wide Doors: Unlike standard panic bars that may flex or sag on 48" doors, the 6310R uses an extruded aluminum rail with cast chassis support, ensuring the bar remains perfectly level and operable over its entire width.
• Vandal & Abuse Resistance: The flush-mounted end cap and tapered push bar are designed to deflect impacts from heavy carts, hospital beds, and cleaning equipment, preventing the "snagging" that often destroys standard exit hardware.
• Quiet-Operation Cush Springs: Featuring a patent-pending internal cushion system, this device eliminates the "clanging" noise common in panic bars. This is the ideal solution for environments where sound control is critical, such as theaters, libraries, and healthcare wings.
• ADA & Accessibility Compliance: The device meets all ADA and ICC/ANSI A117.1 requirements. It is a "one-motion" egress solution that requires no twisting or grasping, ensuring the building is safe and accessible for all occupants.
• Buy American Act (BAA) Ready: Assembled in Lancaster, PA, the 6310R meets the domestic sourcing requirements for federal, state, and municipal government-funded infrastructure projects.