Falcon 712L-NL-R/V Night Latch Lever Trim For Rim And Vertical devices - For 24 Series Exit Device

The Falcon 712L-NL is the lever trim in this function for Falcon 24 Series exit devices. The "R/V" means it works on both Rim and Vertical devices in the 24 Series: rim exit devices where only the latch bolt engages the strike at the frame, and vertical rod devices (surface vertical rod or concealed vertical rod) where rods engage the top and bottom strikes simultaneously. One trim SKU covers both configurations within the 24 Series, which simplifies procurement on multi-opening projects with mixed device types. For all commercial exit hardware, browse our exit hardware catalog.

Shear Pin Protection

The 712L-NL includes an easily replaceable shear pin that protects the internal trim mechanism from vandalism and forced attack. When excessive torque is applied to the outside lever (attempting to force entry by over-torquing the lever), the shear pin breaks before the internal mechanism does. A broken shear pin disables the outside lever but leaves the device fully operational from inside for egress. The shear pin is replaced without replacing the trim: a service part swap rather than a full trim replacement. On high-risk openings where forced lever attack is a realistic concern, the shear pin is the trim's first line of mechanical defense.

Falcon 712L-NL Technical Specifications

SKU: 712 LLRV. Also known as: 712L NL RV, 712L-NL-RV, 712LNL-RV, 712L-RV NL, 712L NL R/V, falcon night latch trim 24 series. Series: Falcon 700 Series exit device trim. Function: NL, Night Latch. Key operation: Key locks or unlocks outside lever; key removable only when locked. Compatible devices: Falcon 24 Series Rim and Vertical (SVR/CVR) exit devices. Escutcheon: 8-1/8" (H) x 1-7/8" (W). Lever return: Returns to within 1/2" of the door. Shear pin: Yes, easily replaceable. Handing: Reversible lever; supplied RHR if not specified; must specify at order (RHR or LHR). Cylinder: No cylinder standard; With Rim Cylinder to Operate Alarm optional. Lever styles: Multiple options, specified at time of order. Finishes: Multiple options, specified at time of order. Resources: 24/25 Series Product Catalog in Resources section.

NL vs. Other Exit Trim Functions

Night latch (NL) is the most common outside trim function on commercial exit device doors because it matches how most commercial buildings operate: the door is locked outside hours, keyed entry for authorized personnel, and inside panic egress always available via the push bar regardless of outside lever state.

Other functions in the 712L series include: passage (both levers always free, no key control), storeroom (outside lever always locked, key retracts latch each time), and classroom (key from corridor controls lever lock/unlock). Night latch differs from storeroom in one important way: night latch allows the key to toggle the lever between locked and unlocked states, while storeroom always requires key entry every single time regardless of unlocked state.