Marks USA M9900VRKDE Delayed Egress Vertical Rod Exit Device with Keyswitch — Grade 1, Touchbar

Marks USA M9900VRKDE Delayed Egress Vertical Rod Exit Device with Keyswitch — Grade 1, Touchbar

The Marks USA M9900VRKDE is a heavy-duty, Grade 1 delayed egress vertical rod exit device with keyswitch, engineered for high-impact institutional and commercial applications including schools, universities, and retrofit installations. Designed for 1-3/4" door thickness, this device features a smooth reduced-projection touchbar assembly that minimizes catch hazards, a mitered steel flush-mounted Panic Protector End Cap to resist damage from carts and heavy use, and a heavy-duty cast chassis for superior structural durability. The integrated delayed egress system supports 15 or 30 second exit delay with 1 or 2 second nuisance delay options, audible alarm voice release, and a visual display countdown — providing compliant, controlled egress management in demanding environments.

Key Features

• Delayed Egress Control: Configurable 15 or 30 second exit delay with 1 or 2 second nuisance delay (2 minutes) for compliant, controlled egress management in secured facilities.
• User PIN Code Assignment: PIN codes may be assigned to 1, 2, or all control functions including Reset, Sustained Bypass, and Momentary Bypass (RES) for flexible access management.
• Audible Alarm & Voice Release: Integrated audible alarm with voice release time, warning, or safety message capability to alert occupants and staff during egress events.
• Visual Display: Countdown display with locked/unlocked and egress-executed status indicators for clear, real-time door status monitoring.
• Heavy-Duty Cast Chassis: Superior durability construction with a smooth reduced-projection touchbar assembly that minimizes catch hazards in high-traffic corridors.
• Panic Protector End Cap: Mitered steel flush-mounted end cap design resists breakage from cart and equipment impacts common in institutional environments.
• Door Thickness Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" door thickness, retrofitting all popular door preps for straightforward installation.
• Easy Installation: Engineered to retrofit all popular preps, simplifying replacement and upgrade projects in existing facilities.

Certifications & Compliance

• ANSI 156.3 (2001), Grade 1
• UL Listed for Panic Hardware
• Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty

Technical Specifications

• Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
• Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Rim
• Subcategory: Exit Devices - Rim
• Product Type: Exit Devices - Rim
• Features: Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty, Easy Installation, Economical, Touchbar
• Application: Schools, Universities and Other Institutional or Commercial Buildings and Retrofit all Popular Preps
• Standards: ANSI 156.3 (2001), Grade 1: UL Listed For Panic Hardware
• For Door Thickness: 1-3/4"
• ADA Compliant: No
• Product Function: Exit Only
• Fire Rating: No
• Installation Category: Wall Mount
• Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
• Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

• Schools and K-12 Educational Facilities
• Universities and Higher Education Campuses
• Institutional and Government Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Healthcare Facilities Requiring Controlled Egress
• Retail and Multi-Tenant Commercial Properties
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities with Secured Exit Points

Why Marks USA M9900VRKDE?

Marks USA M9900 series exit devices are built on a heavy-duty cast chassis and certified to ANSI 156.3 (2001) Grade 1 standards with UL Listing for panic hardware, delivering the structural integrity and code compliance demanded by high-traffic institutional environments. The M9900VRKDE combines advanced delayed egress functionality — including PIN-controlled bypass modes, audible alarm with voice release, and a visual countdown display — with the rugged Panic Protector End Cap and reduced-projection touchbar that define the X-it™ line's reputation for durability and ease of use. Backed by the Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty, this device is a dependable long-term investment for any facility requiring reliable, compliant exit control.