Sargent 68-2353 Chassis Assembly for 8816 Exit Device — RHRB

The Sargent 68-2353 is an OEM chassis assembly (less cover) engineered for the Sargent 80 Series exit device, specifically compatible with the 8816 model designation. This is the core operating assembly that powers the exit device: when the push bar is depressed, the push rail transfers force directly to this chassis, which retracts the latch bolt to permit egress. Handing: RHRB (Right Hand Reverse Bevel). Sourced directly from Sargent, this replacement chassis assembly restores the mechanical integrity of the 8816 exit device to factory specification.

Institutional Grade Features & Benefits

• OEM Sargent Component: Genuine factory part manufactured to the precise tolerances of the original 8816 exit device chassis — ensures correct fit, operation, and longevity without field modification.
• Core Egress Mechanism: Functions as the central operating chassis of the exit device; directly actuates latch retraction when the push rail is engaged, maintaining reliable, code-compliant emergency egress.
• 80 Series Platform Compatibility: Designed exclusively for the Sargent 80 Series exit device family, specifically the 8816 model — no guesswork on fitment when replacing a worn or damaged chassis.
• Less Cover Configuration: Supplied without the outer cover, making this the correct service part when the cover is undamaged and only the internal chassis assembly requires replacement — reduces replacement cost and material waste.
• RHRB Handing: Factory-configured for Right Hand Reverse Bevel applications; refer to the handing diagram accompanying this listing to confirm door hand before ordering.
• Restoration to Factory Performance: Replaces a failed or worn chassis to bring the exit device back to its original operating standard, supporting compliance with life-safety and building code requirements for exit hardware.

Technical Details

Applications

The Sargent 68-2353 chassis assembly is the appropriate service replacement part for facilities performing maintenance or repair on Sargent 8816 exit devices installed on RHRB doors. Typical installations include commercial, institutional, and educational facilities where the 80 Series panic hardware is used on interior and exterior egress doors. Specifying the correct OEM chassis assembly ensures the repaired exit device continues to meet the operational demands of high-traffic egress applications.

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