Sargent 68-6043 Chassis Assembly for 80 Series Exit Device — HC4 8706/13 RHRB

The Sargent 68-6043 is a genuine OEM Chassis Assembly engineered as the core operating component for the Sargent 80 Series exit device. Also referenced by its full designation HC4 8706/13 RHRB, this assembly serves as the mechanical heart of the exit device: when the push bar is depressed, the push rail transfers force directly to this chassis, which retracts the latch bolt to allow immediate, code-compliant egress. Designed for commercial and institutional door applications where reliable panic hardware performance is essential, this is a purpose-built replacement or service part that restores the precise, original function of your Sargent 80 Series installation.

Institutional Grade Features & Benefits

• OEM Sargent Component: Genuine factory chassis assembly ensures exact fit, function, and durability consistent with the original device specification — no aftermarket guesswork.
• Core Latch-Retraction Mechanism: Translates push-bar force through the push rail into positive latch retraction, maintaining smooth, dependable egress operation on every actuation.
• Direct 80 Series Compatibility: Precision-engineered for the Sargent 8706 exit device model within the 80 Series platform, eliminating fitment uncertainty during service or replacement.
• RHRB Handing: This chassis assembly is supplied in Right Hand Reverse Bevel (RHRB) handing — confirm door handing before ordering; a handing diagram accompanies the listing.
• Restores Peak Device Performance: Worn or damaged chassis components are a leading cause of exit device malfunction; replacing with this OEM part brings the device back to original performance standards.
• Commercial & Institutional Applications: Suitable for schools, hospitals, office buildings, retail facilities, and any commercial occupancy relying on Sargent 80 Series panic hardware for life-safety egress.

Applications

This chassis assembly is the correct service and replacement part for facilities maintaining Sargent 80 Series exit devices — specifically the 8706 model — in commercial doors requiring dependable panic hardware operation. It is appropriate for use by locksmiths, door hardware distributors, facilities maintenance teams, and institutional procurement departments performing scheduled or corrective maintenance on life-safety exit hardware.

Technical Details

Door Handing Reference

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