Product Description
Premium Lever Style Panic Gate Handle from DAC Industries — Choose Classroom or Storeroom Function
- Premium Outside Lever Trim — Adds controlled exterior entry to panic-bar gates and doors while maintaining free egress inside.
- Order-Specific Function — Available as Classroom (can remain unlocked) or Storeroom (always keyed).
- Gate-Optimized Fit — Designed to integrate with panic-bar gate setups using common lock-box/shield patterns.
- Durable Build — Heavy-duty trim with Black or Silver powder-coat finish for busy, high-use openings.
- Complete Kit — Exterior lever trim, cylinder/keys (verify keyway), and mounting fasteners included.
This premium lever trim gives your panic-bar gate the familiar feel of an exterior door lever with the access control you need. Choose Classroom when you want the outside lever left unlocked during business hours, or choose Storeroom when you want it to always require a key. The function is determined at purchase and is not configurable in the field. Robust construction and weatherable finishes handle outdoor exposure and heavy traffic, and the trim pairs cleanly with standard lock-box gate shields for straightforward installation. For complete gate packages with exit device, lock box, and receiver hardware, see the kit options below.
Specifications
| Function Options (choose at purchase) | Classroom (can remain unlocked) • Storeroom (always keyed) — factory-specified, not field-configurable |
| Use Case | Exterior lever for panic-bar gates/doors; maintains free egress from inside push bar |
| Construction / Finish | Heavy-duty lever trim; Black or Silver powder-coat finish |
| Compatibility | Designed for gate lock-box/shield layouts paired with common panic devices (verify template with your exit bar/kit) |
| Cylinder / Keys | Includes compatible cylinder (mortise or rim, per configuration), typically supplied with two keys (confirm keyway) |
| Handing | Field reversible (LH/RH) |
| Included Components | Exterior lever trim, cylinder with keys, mounting fasteners, install template |
Why Choose This
- Policy-matched function — Order Classroom for daytime unlocked use, or Storeroom for always-keyed entry.
- Gate-ready ergonomics — Lever operation is intuitive and aligns with standard lock-box gate shields; pair with a complete kit like 6045-KIT or 10045-KIT.
- Built for daily use — Heavy-duty trim and weatherable finishes handle high-traffic gates and outdoor conditions.
Installation (Quick Steps)
- Verify template — Confirm your gate’s lock-box/shield pattern matches the trim’s mounting layout and spindle/cylinder prep.
- Mount exterior trim — Install the lever, seat the cylinder, and secure fasteners; set handing (LH/RH) in the field.
- Function is fixed — Classroom or Storeroom is factory-specified; verify you ordered the correct function before install.
- Function-test — Check outside keyed/lever operation and inside push-to-exit; adjust strike for full re-latch. For self-close reliability, add a closer such as the TB400.
Buying Guide
- Alarm requirement? Choose an alarmed kit (e.g., 6047-KIT) and select the matching lever function at purchase.
- Always-keyed simplicity (no lever) — If you prefer a pull, see Detex 03AN or 03PN.
- Budget vs. durability — Value-focused sites can pair with VS-based kits (6045); harsher environments should consider stainless Advantex kits (10045).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I switch this lever between Classroom and Storeroom functions after purchase?
- No. The function is factory-specified. You must select either Classroom or Storeroom when ordering.
- Will this premium lever work with my panic-bar gate kit and lock-box shield?
- Yes, it’s designed around common lock-box/shield patterns used on gate kits. Always verify the mounting template and spindle/cylinder details with your specific exit device.
- Does the lever include a cylinder and keys, or do I need to order them separately?
- The kit includes a compatible cylinder (mortise or rim, per configuration) and is typically supplied with two keys; confirm keyway requirements before ordering.
Comparison
- Premium Lever Style Panic Gate Handle (this product) — Order in Classroom or Storeroom; lever trim for controlled outside entry on panic-bar gates.
- Standard Lever Handle Kit — Value-focused lever trim (Classroom or Storeroom) for typical duty sites.
- Lock Box with Pull — Integrated pull + shield alternative when a lever isn’t required or to match existing trim packages.
