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Rim Panic Bar (EN 1125) – Fire Exit Device for Single Doors | EKIN

Surface-mounted exit device for public areas. Door width ranges, fire-rated compatibility, external cylinder options. Specs, install guide, quote.

A rim panic exit device is a surface-mounted touch bar for public-access doors under EN 1125. It’s the simplest configuration for single doors and straightforward retrofits, with robust latching and clear egress. EKIN supplies rim models with UK-focused guidance on fire-door use, keeper selection and outside trims.

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What is a rim panic exit device?

Rim devices place the latch case on the door face and a horizontal touch bar across the leaf. Pressing the bar retracts the latch immediately for fast egress. Choose rim when you need quick specification, easy servicing and minimal door preparation compared with mortise or concealed systems.
Compare configurations → /panic-exit-devices-en-1125/

Key benefits

Surface-mounted simplicity — ideal for single doors and many retrofit projects.
Reliable latching — proven rim latch geometry with matched keepers.
Service friendly — easy access for adjustment and maintenance.
Broad compatibility — straightforward checks for timber or steel doors.

Sizing & compatibility (quick checks)

Door width & thickness within the device range.
Single vs double — rim is usually for single doors; for pairs use vertical-rod or double-door kits.
Fire-door? Confirm device approval with your door certificate.
Handing/swing — verify opening direction and bar height.
Traffic & finish — durable finishes for schools/retail.

Need help? Door Size & Compatibility → /door-size-compatibility/
See alternatives: Vertical Rod → /vertical-rod/ · Double-Door Kits → /double-door-kits/

Keepers & frame types (fit first time)

Rim keepers (strikes) must match your frame material and profile.

Timber/steel frames — standard keeper profiles; use packers where needed.
Centre mullion present? Consider a double-door kit or a mullion-specific keeper.
Threshold/clearance — check latch engagement and gaps before drilling.

For keepers and packers, see Accessories → /accessories/

Rim panic bar latch engaging with a matched strike plate on a timber or steel frame

Fire-door & compliance notes

EN 1125 applies to public-access routes where users must exit without prior knowledge.
Many rim devices are fire-door compatible. Match the device approval with your door leaf certification and use the specified fixings/keepers.
Maintain an inspection log: operation force, alignment, fixings, signage.
Read more → EN 1125 Guide /bs-en-1125-guide/ · Inspection Checklist (PDF) /inspection-checklist/

Template drilling and keeper alignment for an EN 1125 rim panic bar

Recommended accessories

Outside trims (lever/knob) for controlled re-entry from the safe side.
Cylinder kits for keyed access (where permitted).
Dogging keys/covers for authorised hold-open on non-fire doors (confirm local rules).
Strikes/keepers matched to frame or mullion details.
Browse → /accessories/

Outside trim and cylinder kit paired with a rim EN 1125 panic exit device

Install & documentation

How to Install a Push Bar — bar height, template drilling, keeper alignment. /how-to-install-push-bar/
Maintenance & Troubleshooting — slow return, jamming, guide alignment. /maintenance-troubleshooting/
Downloads & datasheets — /installation-pdfs/

Installer using a printed template to drill fixings for an EN 1125 rim panic bar

Where rim devices fit best

Schools & corridors — single leaf exits with straightforward inspection.
Retail & front-of-house — visible touch bars, simple servicing.
Warehouses & back-of-house single doors — durable latch bodies and easy keeper checks.
See more use cases → /solutions/

FAQ (rim, EN 1125)

Q1: When should I choose rim versus vertical-rod?
Rim is best for single doors and simple retrofits. For double doors or wide exits needing two-point latching, choose vertical-rod or a double-door kit.

Q2: Are rim devices fire-door compatible?
Many are, but always confirm the model’s fire-door approval and match it to your door certificate before drilling.

Q3: Can I add an outside handle or key?
Yes. Use a compatible outside trim and, if required, a cylinder kit. Ensure the trim is approved for use with your rim device.

Q4: Keeper alignment seems tricky—any tips?
Check door-to-frame clearances, follow the template precisely, and test latch engagement before final tightening. See our install guide and checklist.

Q5: Can I use rim on one door of a pair?
Typically no for the main egress; pairs should use vertical-rod or a double-door kit so both leaves secure correctly.

Send door width/thickness, single or double, fire-door status and photos. We’ll propose a compliant rim configuration and an itemised price in £.