PDQ 429036 Rim Strike for 4200 Series Exit Devices

The PDQ 429036 Rim Strike is a high-strength architectural hardware component specifically engineered for use with the PDQ 4200 Series Rim Exit Devices. As a critical security solution, this strike serves as the primary engagement point for the panic bar’s latchbolt, ensuring that the door remains securely locked against unauthorized entry while allowing for immediate, single-motion egress. Manufactured from heavy-duty investment cast stainless steel, the 429036 is designed to withstand the physical abuse and high-frequency cycles common in schools, hospitals, and industrial warehouses.

Integrating the 429036 Rim Strike with your PDQ 4200R Series Rim Panic bar provides a superior door hardware solution that eliminates common latching failures. Its precision-contoured surface is designed to reduce friction during the latching cycle, which prevents "door bounce" and ensures the exit device stays latched even in buildings prone to air pressure changes or slight frame misalignment. This strike is an essential component for maintaining Life Safety and Fire Code compliance on any commercial opening equipped with a PDQ rim exit device.

Rim Strike Function & Security Summary

The Rim Strike is the "stationary" half of the locking mechanism for a surface-mounted exit device. Its performance is vital to the overall integrity of the opening:

• Positive Latching: The 429036 provides a deep, secure pocket for the Pullman-style latchbolt of the 4200 Series. This ensures that the door cannot be pushed or pulled open without the exit device being activated.
• Fire-Rated Integrity: When used on fire doors, the strike ensures the door remains "positively latched" during a fire event, preventing the spread of smoke and flames by keeping the door leaf firmly against the frame.
• Smooth Egress Transition: The strike's lead-in ramp is engineered to allow the latchbolt to retract effortlessly when the push bar is depressed, facilitating a safe and fast exit during emergencies.
• Vandal Resistance: By using high-grade stainless steel, this strike resists prying and filing, making it a formidable barrier against forced entry attempts at the door's strike side.

Technical Specifications

Engineered Solutions for Exit Hardware Longevity

The PDQ 429036 addresses specific maintenance and security challenges in commercial infrastructure:

• Eliminate Latch Binding: Over time, many doors sag or frames shift. The 429036 strike features a generous engagement area that allows for minor door settling without causing the latch to bind or stick, reducing the need for constant maintenance calls.
• Hardware Lifecycle Extension: By providing a smooth, anti-friction ramp for the panic bar's latchbolt, this strike reduces the mechanical stress on the exit device's internal springs and chassis, effectively extending the lifespan of the entire 4200 Series unit.
• Corrosion Protection: Constructed from stainless steel, this strike is the ideal solution for exterior doors or facilities exposed to moisture and salt air, as it will not rust or degrade like plated steel strikes.
• Simplified Retrofitting: Designed to match the standard footprint for PDQ 4200 Series hardware, this strike can be replaced in minutes using existing holes, making it a "quick-fix" solution for aging or damaged strikes in high-traffic corridors.
• Safe Egress Compliance: This strike is a key component in ensuring the door meets ADA and Life Safety codes, providing a reliable and predictable release every time the exit device is used.