PDQ 6W09 PHL Heavy-Duty Storeroom Exit Device Trim - Entrance by Key

The PDQ 6W09 PHL is a premium, Grade 1 Extra Heavy-Duty Storeroom Trim designed for high-security commercial and institutional openings. Featuring the modern, return-to-door Philadelphia (PHL) lever, this wide escutcheon trim is the premier solution for perimeter doors, stairwells, and mechanical rooms that must remain locked to the exterior at all times. Built to integrate seamlessly with PDQ 6000 Series wide-stile exit devices, the 6W09 offers an uncompromising balance of architectural aesthetics and industrial-strength durability.

As a high-performance security solution, the 6W09 is engineered to address the common "weak points" of commercial door hardware. The 3" x 9" wide escutcheon plate is a perfect retrofit solution, as it is specifically designed to cover a standard 2-1/8" (161) lock prep. This allows facility managers to upgrade standard bored-hole doors to a high-security panic bar system without the need for unsightly cover plates or expensive door replacements. With its heavy-duty through-bolt mounting, the trim creates a rigid, high-strength assembly that resists prying, torque, and forced entry.

ANSI Function 09: Storeroom/Night Latch Security

The ANSI 09 Function is the industry standard for "constant-lock" security. It is designed to ensure that a door can never be accidentally left unlocked from the outside.

• Always Locked Externally: The exterior Philadelphia lever is always rigid and locked. It does not rotate to retract the latch unless a key is inserted and turned.
• Key-Retracts-Latch Operation: Entrance is only granted when the key is used to manually retract the latch bolt. Once the key is removed, the lever immediately returns to its secure, non-operational state.
• Key-Retaining Security: To prevent security lapses, the key is only removable when the device is in the locked position. This "night latch" logic ensures that authorized personnel cannot inadvertently leave the door in an "unlocked" state after entry.
• Fail-Safe Interior Egress: The exterior locking status never interferes with the interior exit device. Occupants always have a "single-motion" path to exit the building, ensuring 100% compliance with life-safety and fire codes.

Technical Specifications

Engineered Solutions for Facility Access Control

The PDQ 6W Series is built to solve the most frequent maintenance and security challenges:

• Anti-Sag Technology: Lever sagging is a frequent failure in high-traffic schools and hospitals. The 6W09 utilizes an independent, heavy-duty spring cage that supports the Philadelphia lever, ensuring it remains perfectly horizontal even after 1,000,000+ cycles.
• Vandal-Resistant Profile: The heavy-duty cast escutcheon and solid zinc lever are designed to withstand high-impact abuse. By through-bolting the trim directly to the panic bar chassis, the hardware is virtually impossible to kick or pry off the door.
• ADA & Life Safety Compliance: The PHL lever’s return-to-door design meets all ADA and ICC/ANSI A117.1 requirements. Its ergonomic shape prevents clothing or fire hoses from snagging on the hardware during an emergency.
• Electronic Access Ready: This is the ideal mechanical trim for doors utilizing an electric strike. The "always locked" exterior ensures the door remains secure until the strike is energized or a physical key is used for emergency bypass.
• Simplified Key Management: Provided with the industry-standard Schlage C keyway, this trim can be seamlessly integrated into your facility's existing master key system, reducing the number of keys security personnel must carry.