PDQ 631113 Dogging Key for 6300 Series Exit Devices

The PDQ 631113 Dogging Key is a vital maintenance and operational tool specifically engineered for the PDQ 6200 and 6300 Series Rim and Vertical Rod Exit Devices. This 3/16" hex-style key provides a manual mechanical dogging solution for non-fire-rated panic hardware, allowing facility staff to temporarily retract the latchbolt and keep the push bar in a depressed position. By engaging the dogging mechanism, the door is converted into a "push/pull" entrance, which significantly reduces mechanical fatigue on the device’s internal springs and latching components during peak business hours.

Whether you are managing a high-traffic retail storefront, a school entrance, or a commercial office lobby, the 631113 dogging key offers an immediate hardware management solution. Designed to fit the standard dogging assembly of the Grade 1 6300R series, this key allows for a seamless transition between a secure "exit-only" state and a high-volume "free-passage" mode. Keeping several of these specialized keys on hand ensures that security personnel can quickly adjust the building’s access status without the need for complex tools or electronic overrides.

Hex Key Dogging Function & Operational Summary

The Dogging function is an essential feature for non-fire-rated egress doors, providing a mechanical "passage" mode that balances convenience with security.

• Mechanical Latch Control: Inserting the 3/16" hex key into the dogging hole and rotating it engages an internal cam that holds the push bar down. This retracts the latchbolt, allowing pedestrians to enter from the exterior without a key or lever.
• Hardware Longevity Solution: By "dogging" the device during the day, you eliminate thousands of "latch-to-strike" impacts. This preserves the integrity of the rim strike and the panic bar's internal chassis, extending the service life of the hardware.
• Authorized Access Only: Because the function requires this specific hex dogging key, passage mode remains restricted to authorized personnel, preventing unauthorized tampering with the door's locking state.
• Barrier-Free Entry: Manual dogging is a cost-effective way to meet high-volume pedestrian flow requirements, providing a manual alternative to expensive electrified strikes or automatic operators.

Technical Specifications

Engineered Solutions for Facility Access Management

The PDQ 631113 Dogging Key addresses the specific operational challenges of modern commercial infrastructure:

• Eliminate Premature Hardware Failure: Constant latching and unlatching in busy retail settings leads to metal fatigue. The 3/16" dogging key is the primary solution for protecting the "bite" of the latchbolt by keeping it safely retracted during the day.
• Seamless Maintenance Integration: The 631113 is a direct-fit replacement part for lost or worn keys. Standardizing on this specific hex size across a campus allows maintenance teams to carry one tool that services the entire 6300 Series inventory.
• Safe Passage Compliance: While essential for daytime traffic, this key is strictly for Non-Fire Rated Panic Hardware. It ensures that the building remains compliant with Life Safety codes by facilitating free entrance when permitted, while allowing the door to remain a secure exit at night.
• Reduced Operational Noise: A dogged door operates silently, eliminating the "clacking" sound of the latch hitting the strike. This creates a quieter, more professional environment in libraries, offices, and healthcare corridors.
• Cost-Effective Infrastructure: Compared to installing electrified access control, utilizing a manual dogging key is the most budget-friendly way to manage "public" versus "secure" hours for any commercial storefront.