User Manual for BEA RIM-EXIT Electric Strike

Quick guide from the manual

The BEA RIM-EXIT Electric Strike is designed for access control on rim-exit doors. This document provides essential installation, wiring, and configuration instructions. Important: Always shut off all power before performing wiring procedures. Ensure compliance with local safety standards (e.g., NFPA70, ANSI A156.31) and perform a risk assessment after installation.

Technical Specifications

• Operating voltage: 12 or 24 VDC
• Current draw: 540mA (12 VDC) / 270mA (24 VDC)
• Operating temperature: 14 – 120 °F (-10 – 49 °C)
• Static strength: 1500 lbs (680kg)
• Lock mode: Field selectable fail-safe or fail-secure
• Material: Brushed stainless steel (US32D)

Mounting and Wiring

Steps 1–3 are only required if there is no existing exit device at the installation site.

1. Measure 39 13/16” (1011mm) from the finished floor and mark the strike centerline on the door. Transfer the centerline to the frame.
2. Align the template on the centerline and against the strike.
3. Measure the exit device latch position on the door.
4. Close the door and mark the latch position on the frame. The latch position line must correspond with the inside of the strike keeper.
5. Position the strike on the frame according to the marks. Use the strike as a template to mark and drill a cable access hole and two mounting holes. Loosely mount the strike with Phillips flathead screws.
6. Check latchbolt interaction and adjust the strike horizontally until the door latches properly. Tighten the two mounting screws and mark the remaining screw holes.
7. Remove the strike and drill the marked holes.
8. Wire the device, insert blind nuts into the holes, and re-install the strike. If necessary, add spacers to adjust the gap between the strike and the exit device. Secure the strike with hex-socket cap screws.

Fail-safe / Fail-secure Configuration

The device is reversible. To change the mode:

• Remove the locking screw.
• Loosen the sliding screw.
• Slide the mechanism to the desired position:
• Fail-Safe: Screws locked AWAY from each other.
• Fail-Secure: Screws locked TOWARDS each other.
• Reinsert and tighten the locking screw.

Connection Diagrams

The device supports both 12 VDC and 24 VDC operation. The wiring is not polarity sensitive.

• 12 VDC operation: Connect the black and red wires to the control device.
• 24 VDC operation: Connect the black and white wires to the control device.

Safety and Compliance

• ESD Warning: Circuit boards are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Dissipate your body's charge before handling.
• Fire Rating: The 10STRIKEREV is fire-rated in fail-secure operation only. Remove the "Listed Fire Rated Hardware" label if using in fail-safe mode.
• Maintenance: Do not attempt internal repairs. All repairs must be performed by BEA, Inc.