Von Duprin 3327A-3ft Grooved Case Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for 36" Doors

Von Duprin 3327A-3ft Grooved Case Narrow Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for 36" Doors

Heavy-Duty Commercial Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for Institutional Applications

The Von Duprin 3327A-3ft is a professional-grade, grooved case narrow stile surface vertical rod exit device engineered for 36" doors and designed to fit door stiles as narrow as 1-3/4" (44mm). Part of the renowned 33A/35A Series, this device is ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 certified and UL listed for panic exit hardware, making it a trusted solution for schools, hospitals, and government buildings. The one-piece center case cover and heavy-duty push pad construction deliver long-term reliability in the most demanding institutional environments. The device is non-handed except when the SS (signal switch) option is used, offering flexible installation across a wide range of single and double door applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Narrow Stile Compatibility: Fits door stiles as narrow as 1-3/4" (44mm), making it ideal for aluminum and narrow-profile door frames in commercial and institutional settings.
• 36" Door Coverage: Sized for 36" doors with a device centerline from finished floor at 39-13/16" for code-compliant installation.
• Grooved Mechanism Case: The 3327A features a distinctive grooved case design, differentiating it from the smooth-case 3527A, with a newly designed one-piece center case cover for enhanced durability and a clean architectural appearance.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards, ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated configurations), and CAN/ULC-S132 for the highest level of industry-recognized performance.
• Field-Configurable Options: A broad range of field-configurable options and retrofit kits are available, including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (RX request-to-exit and LX latchbolt monitoring) for access control integration.
• Hex Key Dogging Configuration: Standard hex key dogging allows the device to be held in the retracted position for push/pull traffic flow, with a 3/4" latch throw for secure latching.
• AX and CX Upgrade Options: Upgradeable to AX (ADA-compliant, certified to meet 5 lb. force requirements per 2010 ADA Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934, and 2013 California Building Code Chapter 11B-309.4) or CX (CHEXIT delayed egress, meeting NFPA and IBC requirements with 15-second delay and nuisance alarm).
• Comprehensive Trim Compatibility: Compatible with 360 lever/thumbpiece trim (Classroom, Passage, Dummy functions), 386 pull trim (Storeroom, Dummy), and 388 optional pull trim (Storeroom), plus a full range of levers and finishes from the 33A/35A Series catalog.
• Includes Fasteners: Ships with 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" wood/metal door fasteners and SNB included for straightforward installation on wood and hollow metal doors.

Technical Specifications

• Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
• Series: 33 & 35 Series
• Grade: Grade 1
• Fasteners: Includes 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" wood/metal door fasteners, SNB included
• Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
• Subcategory: Surface Vertical Rod Exit Devices
• Latch Throw: 3/4"
• Product Type: Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Device Centerline from Finished Floor: 39-13/16"
• Stile Type: Narrow Stile
• MAP Policy: Yes
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 36"
• Dogging Configuration: Hex Key Dogging
• Product Dimension: 8-3/16" x 1-9/16" x 2-13/32"
• Fire Rating: No
• Product Projection: 3-13/16"
• Product Style: Push Pads
• Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
• Department: Door Hardware

Professional Applications

• Public and Private Educational Facilities (Schools and Universities)
• Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential and Mixed-Use Properties
• Retail Establishments Requiring Panic Exit Compliance

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin surface vertical rod exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 3327A-3ft earning ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 certification and UL listing for panic exit hardware. The grooved case construction, one-piece center case cover, and heavy-duty push pad design are purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities. With a broad ecosystem of field-configurable options, retrofit kits, and compatible trim, Von Duprin delivers the flexibility and dependability that commercial door hardware professionals demand.