Von Duprin 3327A-3ft Grooved C...
IN STOCK (leaves warehouse same day if ordered before 3pm ET)
$4,134.00
$4,065.34
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

(No reviews yet) Write a Review
New Parts & Accessories Available!

Model: 3327AEO 3 US26
$4,134.00
$4,065.34
Selected Finish is
Selected Trim Function is
Selected Lever (For “L” Lever Trims Only) is

In Stock (leaves warehouse same day if ordered before 3pm ET)

$4,134.00
$4,065.34
Adding to cart… The item has been added
New Parts & Accessories
Free Shipping on orders over $199
We price match and offer bulk discounts! Click Add to Quote. It's quick and easy.
✨
Earn points with this purchase! You can redeem points for giftcards, iPads, XBox's and more. View Rewards
Free Keying on all locks
You may also like

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.

Product Specs

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

Parts & Accessories

    Von Duprin 3327AEO 3 US26 – Frequently Asked Questions

    1) Will the Von Duprin 3327A fit an aluminum storefront door with a narrow stile?
    Yes. The 3327A is a narrow stile device and fits stiles as narrow as 1-3/4 inches (44mm), which is what puts it on aluminum and narrow-profile doors where a wide stile device has nowhere to land. The center case measures 8-3/16 x 1-9/16 x 2-13/32 inches and the device projects 3-13/16 inches off the door face, so check your clearance to anything in the swing path. Door thickness is 1-3/4 inches.
    2) Do I have to specify a hand when ordering a 3327A exit device?
    The 3327A is non-handed mechanically, so the device itself works either way. One exception: the SS signal switch option makes it handed. Handing is still a required selection on the order (RHR or LHR), because trim and switch orientation follow the hand of the opening.
    3) Will a surface vertical rod device like the 3327A secure a pair of doors without a mullion?
    Yes, that is the reason to pick a vertical rod device. It latches at the head and at the threshold rather than into a strike on the jamb, so a pair of doors can be secured with no center mullion and the full opening width stays clear. Latch throw is 3/4 inch top and bottom. If you would rather keep a mullion and a simpler single latch point, a rim device is the cheaper install; the tradeoff is a post standing in the middle of your opening.
    4) How do I stop the bottom rod on an exit device from getting damaged or fouled by dirt on the floor?
    Order the 3327A less bottom rod. LBR is an option on the device, and it removes the bottom rod and floor strike entirely, which is the usual answer in schools and hospitals where the bottom latch collects debris and takes abuse from carts. With LBR the device latches at the head only, so you specify the ES top pullman latch if the opening is getting an electric strike. If you keep both rods, PL top and bottom pullman latches are available. Note that the standard PL top-and-bottom selection does not apply once you go less bottom rod only.
    5) How do I tie a 3327A into an access control system for card-in, free egress?
    Several routes, all specified on the order. RX request-to-exit tells the panel someone pushed the bar so the door does not read as forced. LX monitors the latchbolt itself. LX-RX combines them, and RX2 gives you a double RX switch. For remote unlocking, QEL quiet electric latch retraction pulls the latches back electrically, with EL and PN pneumatic also offered. There are alarm variants too, ALK, RX-ALK and LXRX-ALK. WP-RX is the waterproof version for exterior or washdown openings. QEL can also be added later using the Von Duprin 040061 modular conversion kit for 3-foot devices, and power crosses the hinge edge with an EPT2 electric power transfer.
    6) The Von Duprin 3327A is not fire rated - what surface vertical rod device works on a fire rated opening instead?
    The 3327A-3ft carries a fire rating of No, so a labeled opening needs a fire rated device. In the comparable set, the TownSteel EF9727 is a fire rated Grade 1 heavy duty surface vertical rod device for a 36 by 84 inch wide stile opening and is wood door compatible. The Sargent 2727 is a Grade 1 fire rated reversible wide stile surface vertical rod device in exit only function. For a narrow stile fire rated opening, the Arrow S1150 is fire rated, listed for narrow or wide stile and 1-3/4 inch doors, and ships as exit only less trim. The Adams Rite 3100 Series is fire rated Grade 1 for 1-3/4 inch doors in a wide stile.
    7) What is the closest narrow stile surface vertical rod equivalent to the Von Duprin 3327A for a 36 inch door?
    The Von Duprin 3327A-3ft is a Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device for 36 inch doors on 1-3/4 inch thick doors. The Corbin Russwin ED4400 is the closest match in the set: a Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device sized for a 36 inch door, listed for 1-3/4 inch doors, and supplied as exit only that accepts trim. The TownSteel ED3727 is another Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device for a 36 by 84 inch opening and is listed as wood door compatible. The 3327A itself is non-handed except with the SS signal switch option and uses a push pad rather than a crossbar.
    8) What should I use instead of the Von Duprin 3327A on a wide stile hollow metal door?
    The 3327A-3ft is built for narrow stile doors, fitting stiles as narrow as 1-3/4 inches, which is a fit for aluminum and narrow profile framing rather than a wide stile leaf. For a wide stile 36 inch opening, the Corbin Russwin ED5400 is a Grade 1 wide stile surface vertical rod device for 1-3/4 inch doors, exit only that accepts trim. The Falcon 25-V-EO is a Grade 1 wide stile surface vertical rod device in a 3 foot exit only configuration for 1-3/4 inch doors. The TownSteel ED8927 is a Grade 1 wide stile surface vertical rod device for a 36 by 84 inch opening, wood door compatible.
    9) Can the 3327A be dogged down so the door stays push/pull during business hours?
    Yes. Standard configuration is hex key dogging, which holds the push pad retracted so the door free-swings for traffic. Two alternatives at order time: CD cylinder dogging, so the device dogs with a key instead of an allen wrench, or LD less dogging when the authority or the application does not permit the device to be held retracted. Cylinder dogging is the usual choice where you do not want a loose hex key floating around a building.
    10) What outside trim can I put on a Von Duprin 3327A, and what functions are available?
    Trim function is selected with the device. Options run EO exit only, NL night latch and NL-OP night latch with optional pull, L lever, L-BE lever with blank escutcheon, L-DT lever with dummy trim, DT dummy trim, T thumbturn, T-BE, TL thumbturn and unlocks, and TL-BE. On the hardware side it takes 360 lever/thumbpiece trim in Classroom, Passage and Dummy, 386 pull trim in Storeroom and Dummy, and 388 optional pull trim in Storeroom. If you pick an L function you also pick the lever design: 06 is the default, with 01, 02, 03, 05, 07, 17 and 18 also available.
    11) What mounting height does an exit device push pad need, and does the 3327A come with fasteners?
    Device centerline sits at 39-13/16 inches from the finished floor, which is where you set your layout for a code-compliant push pad height. Fasteners are in the box: 1-3/4 inch and 2-1/4 inch wood/metal door fasteners plus the SNB sex nut and bolt set, so wood and hollow metal doors are covered without a separate order. The device is sized for a 36 inch door.
    12) I need delayed egress on an exit door. Can the 3327A do it?
    Yes, via the CX CHEXIT option, which gives a 15-second delay with nuisance alarm and meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress. Existing 33/35/98/99 Series devices can be converted in the field with the Von Duprin 040086 or 050228 Chexit PCB kit rather than replacing the device.
    13) What is the difference between the Von Duprin 3327A and a Grade 2 surface vertical rod device?
    The Von Duprin 3327A-3ft is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and is a commercial device built for high use institutional traffic in schools, hospitals and government buildings. The TownSteel TS5100 Series is a Grade 2 heavy duty surface vertical rod device for a 36 by 84 inch wide stile opening, and the Dexter ED2000 Series is a Grade 2 surface vertical rod panic device. Both Grade 2 devices are listed as not fire rated. Where a specification calls out Grade 1, the 3327A and the Grade 1 devices in the set answer that line; the Grade 2 devices sit at a different certification tier.
    14) Is there a simpler exit only vertical rod device than the Von Duprin 3327A for a 36 inch opening with no outside trim?
    The 3327A-3ft is ordered with a trim function selection that includes EO exit only alongside lever, night latch and thumbturn options, so it can be configured either way. If the opening needs no outside trim at all, the Falcon 19-V-EO is a Grade 1 narrow stile vertical rod device for a 36 inch door in exit only function for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Falcon 24-V-EO is a Grade 1 narrow stile surface vertical rod device in exit only for 1-3/4 inch doors at 36 inches. The Orca Hardware OED56 is a 36 inch standard duty vertical rod device supplied exit only, less bottom rod, non-handed in aluminum finish.
    15) I need a crossbar style vertical rod device rather than a push pad - what takes the place of the Von Duprin 3327A?
    The 3327A-3ft is a push pad device with a grooved mechanism case and a one piece center case cover. If the opening calls for a crossbar instead, the Corbin Russwin ED7400 is a Grade 1 narrow stile crossbar surface vertical rod device for a 36 inch door, listed for 1-3/4 inch doors and supplied exit only accepting operator trim. That keeps the narrow stile fit and the Grade 1 certification while changing the actuating bar to a crossbar.
    16) Which narrow stile vertical rod devices besides the Von Duprin 3327A suit an aluminum storefront opening?
    The 3327A-3ft fits stiles as narrow as 1-3/4 inches, which is what puts it on aluminum and narrow profile doors. Other narrow stile surface vertical rod devices in the same territory are the Adams Rite 8200 Series, a Grade 1 narrow stile life safety device that is not fire rated, and the Corbin Russwin ED4400, a Grade 1 narrow stile device for 1-3/4 inch doors. The Arrow S1150 is listed for narrow or wide stile and is fire rated. The 3327A carries a device centerline from finished floor of 39-13/16 inches and a 3/4 inch latch throw, which are the numbers to check against the existing prep when swapping between them.
    17) Is the Sargent 12-8710 an alternative to the Von Duprin 3327A?
    No. The Sargent 12-8710 is a wide stile surface vertical rod device in a dummy function, meaning it is inactive hardware and does not latch or release the opening. The Von Duprin 3327A-3ft is a working panic device with a 3/4 inch latch throw and hex key dogging. The 3327A does offer a DT dummy trim and L-DT lever dummy trim option among its trim functions, so if the inactive leaf is what you are covering, that is the selection to make rather than substituting a dummy device for a live one.
    18) Do I have to specify handing when replacing a Von Duprin 3327A with another brand?
    The Von Duprin 3327A-3ft is non-handed except when the SS signal switch option is used, though handing is still selected as RHR or LHR when ordering. Among the alternatives, the BEST Precision 5201 Series is a 36 inch reversible surface vertical rod device, the Sargent 2727 is a Grade 1 fire rated reversible wide stile device, and the Orca Hardware OED56 at 36 inches is non-handed. Those three take a single part number regardless of which way the door swings.
    19) What finishes does the Von Duprin 3327A come in for matching existing hardware?
    Ten finishes: 605 bright brass, 606 satin brass, 612 satin bronze, 613 oil rubbed bronze, 625 bright chrome, 626 satin chrome, 628 aluminum, 643E aged bronze, 710 dark bronze anodized and 711 flat black. On aluminum storefront, 628 and 710 are the two that normally match the frame; 626 is the standard institutional pick for schools and hospitals.
    20) Will the 3327A latch reliably in a high-traffic school corridor, and what parts wear out first?
    It is built for that duty: Grade 1 to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014, commercial rated, with a one-piece center case cover and heavy-duty push pad. Latch throw is 3/4 inch top and bottom. The parts that see abuse are serviceable rather than requiring a new device: top and bottom latch kits (050494 and 050495), latch retrofit kits 050047 and 050048, and the 050014 impact resistant end cap kit for openings where carts and door stops beat up the end of the device.
    21) Which Grade 1 surface vertical rod devices should I look at if I am standardizing a facility away from mixed hardware?
    The Von Duprin 3327A-3ft is Grade 1 certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014, non-handed, 1-3/4 inch door thickness, with hex key dogging and a 39-13/16 inch device centerline from finished floor. Grade 1 peers that let a facility hold one grade across openings include the Dexter ED1000 and ED1500 Series surface vertical rod devices, the Falcon 20 Series wide stile device for 36 inch doors, the Sargent 3727 with standard push bar, and the Corbin Russwin ED4400 narrow stile and ED5400 wide stile devices. Matching the stile type to each leaf is what decides which of those lands on which door.
    How fast can I get the Von Duprin 3327AEO 3 US26 delivered?
    Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
    Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
    Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
    Does the Von Duprin 3327AEO 3 US26 come with a warranty?
    Absolutely. The Von Duprin 3327AEO 3 US26 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
    How do I get technical support or installation help for the Von Duprin 3327AEO 3 US26?
    You can call, text, or email our expert support team for fast answers. We’re here to help with product selection, installation tips, and troubleshooting. Contact Us
    Why buy the Von Duprin 3327AEO 3 US26 from ZenSupply?
    ZenSupply makes it easy to get the commercial door hardware you need—fast shipping, expert support, and rewards on every order. Our team is always ready to help you choose the right product for your project.
    !