OEM RL-E6 Plastic Exit Switch

RL-E6 Plastic Exit Switch

The OEM RL-E6 Exit switch provides a request-to-exit input for access control door hardware. Occupants press the paddle to signal the controller to release maglocks or electric strikes. Security integrators mount the E6 model on the secure side of doors where a mechanical exit device is required by code. The plastic housing suits indoor corridors, office suites, and server room mantraps with conditioned environments. Low-voltage wiring connects the switch to door controllers from major access brands through normally open or closed contacts. Electricians route bell wire or structured low-voltage cable from the reader wall box to the controller input. The E6 form factor fits standard single-gang or dedicated exit switch back boxes. Installers label RTE inputs on controller programming sheets to match fire alarm interface requirements. Fire release paths often shunt maglocks when the alarm panel triggers; the exit switch handles daily authorized egress. Facilities teams specify plastic exit switches where metal plates are not required for vandal resistance. The paddle stroke gives tactile feedback so users confirm the release signal was sent. Technicians test continuity on switch contacts before commissioning door unlock schedules. Access control projects pair the E6 with maglock power supplies sized for hold force and battery backup. Door hardware schedules list exit switch location, height, and wiring type for each controlled opening. The RL-E6 model supports retrofit on existing doors when legacy switches fail mechanical tests. Integrators document wire colors and input numbers for maintenance staff troubleshooting unlock delays. Plastic construction reduces cost on multi-door rollouts in education and commercial fit-outs. The switch does not store credentials; it only sends momentary or maintained release per controller programming. BACnet or proprietary head-end systems log RTE events when audit trails are enabled. Install crews mount switches at ADA reach height unless local code specifies otherwise. Server room mantraps use exit switches on inner doors so technicians egress without badge readers. Quality control verifies paddle return spring action and contact rating before sign-off. Procurement catalogs the E6 under access control peripherals alongside readers and lock power supplies. Technicians pair exit switches with door position sensors to confirm physical unlock after RTE signal. Controller firmware maps RTE inputs to unlock time profiles and anti-passback rules per site policy. The plastic faceplate accepts standard screw mounting and fits common architectural finishes with overlays. Maintenance replaces worn paddles during annual access hardware inspections on high-traffic doors. Integrators specify NC versus NO wiring based on controller supervised input requirements. Low-current contacts suit typical 12 VDC and 24 VDC control circuits on door subsystems. The E6 does not require PoE; it uses discrete pair wiring from the door controller or IO module. Field teams test RTE with the door closed to confirm maglock drops within code delay limits. Documentation includes switch model on door hardware drawings for future service calls. Education campuses install plastic exit switches on classroom and lab doors with card-in reader-out topology. Healthcare facilities use RTE on staff-only doors while keeping public entrances on reader-only control. Warehouse offices mount E6 switches on interior secure doors separating stock from administrative space. Integrators verify fire alarm interface shunts maglock power regardless of exit switch state during alarm. The RL-E6 SKU maps to inventory for replacement units on service maintenance contracts. Technicians store spare switches on access project trucks to speed same-day failure response. Plastic housing avoids corrosion in humidity-controlled IDF and MDF spaces near controlled doors. Install schedules align exit switch rough-in with reader and lock power wiring before drywall close. Commissioning includes functional test from paddle press through lock drop and door position change. Access auditors verify RTE devices on life-safety egress paths during annual compliance reviews. The switch supports momentary press for timed unlock and maintained press when controller allows. Integrators program interlock logic so mantrap inner RTE does not release outer door incorrectly. Low-voltage cable length stays within controller vendor limits for supervised input reliability. The E6 complements push-to-exit signage required by local fire marshals on maglocked doors. Service technicians swap failed switches without reprogramming when wire map matches the previous unit.

Key Features

• Request-to-Exit Input
  Paddle actuation sends release signal to access control door controllers.

• Plastic Indoor Housing
  Lightweight faceplate suits conditioned corridors and office secure doors.

• Low-Voltage Contact Output

  • Compatible with 12 VDC and 24 VDC control circuits
  • Supports normally open or normally closed wiring per controller input

• Maglock and Strike Release
  Triggers unlock on electric strikes and electromagnetic locks when pressed.

Specifications

What’s in the Box

• RL-E6 plastic exit switch with paddle actuator

• Mounting screws for wall plate installation

Why Choose RL-E6

• Provides code-compliant request-to-exit on maglocked doors without credential presentation.

• Plastic housing delivers cost-effective deployment on multi-door access rollouts.

• Low-voltage contacts integrate with common door controllers and IO modules.