HES SMB Surface Mount Box for 9000 Series Rim Electric Strikes

The HES SMB Surface Mount Box is a dedicated mounting accessory designed for use with the HES 9000 Series surface-mounted rim electric strikes — including the 9400, 9500, and 9600 series. It provides a clean, professional mounting solution for installations where the electric strike must be applied to the inactive door leaf of a pair of doors to interface with rim exit devices.

This surface mount box eliminates the need for frame modification and allows installers to properly position and secure the rim electric strike on the door face rather than in a frame pocket. It is an essential component when the door frame geometry or door type does not support a standard frame-mortised installation.

Key Benefits

• Purpose-built for 9000 Series strikes — compatible with HES 9400, 9500, and 9600 rim electric strike models
• Surface-mounted installation — no frame cutting or mortising required
• Designed for pairs of doors — mounts on the inactive leaf to accommodate rim-exit device hardware
• Simplified field installation — provides a stable, finished housing for the electric strike body
• Black finish — coordinates with standard commercial door hardware finishes

Applications

The SMB Surface Mount Box is specified when a rim electric strike from the HES 9000 Series is required on a pair of doors with rim exit devices. Common applications include:

• Commercial and institutional egress doors with rim panic hardware on the inactive leaf
• Access-controlled openings where Pullman-latch rim exit devices are installed
• Retrofit and new construction projects requiring electrified access control at paired door openings
• Situations where frame prep does not permit mortised strike installation

Compatibility Note

The SMB is used exclusively with the HES 9400 (1/2" Pullman latch), HES 9500, and HES 9600 (3/4" Pullman latch) surface-mounted rim electric strikes. When specifying a complete rim electric strike assembly for a paired opening, confirm latch throw (1/2" or 3/4") to select the correct 9000 Series strike model to pair with this box.

For extended strike service life and enhanced reliability, consider adding the HES 2005M3 in-line power controller — it reduces inrush voltage by 25%, includes a resettable fuse and MOV, and doubles the HES strike warranty. A 9000-MTK metal template kit is also available for precise layout of 9400, 9500, 9600, 9700, and 9800 series strikes during installation.

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