Von Duprin 33A-3ft Grooved Case Narrow Stile Rim Exit Device for 36" Doors, Grade 1
Heavy-Duty Narrow Stile Panic Exit Hardware for Commercial and Institutional Applications
The Von Duprin 33A-3ft is a professional-grade, grooved case narrow stile rim exit device engineered for 36" single and double doors in demanding commercial environments. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and UL listed for panic exit hardware, this device accommodates door stiles as narrow as 1-3/4" (44mm) and features a one-piece center case cover for streamlined installation and durability. Non-handed for versatile application, the 33A is purpose-built for schools, hospitals, and government facilities where reliable egress performance is essential.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Narrow Stile Compatibility: Fits door stiles as narrow as 1-3/4" (44mm), making it ideal for aluminum storefront and narrow stile door applications where space is limited.
- 36" Door Coverage: Sized for 36" doors with a product dimension of 8-3/16" x 1-9/16" x 2-13/32" and a product projection of 3-13/16" for precise, low-profile installation.
- ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards, the highest industry certification, ensuring long-term reliability in high-traffic institutional settings.
- Comprehensive Certifications: Listed to ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated configurations), and CAN/ULC-S132 for broad code compliance.
- Non-Handed Design: The rim device is non-handed (except when the SS signal switch option is used), simplifying specification and reducing inventory requirements.
- Grooved Mechanism Case: The distinctive grooved case of the 33A Series provides an architectural design element that differentiates it from the smooth-case 35A, while sharing the same heavy-duty push pad platform.
- Hex Key Dogging Configuration: Equipped with hex key dogging for straightforward hold-open functionality in appropriate applications.
- Included Fasteners: Ships with 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" wood/metal door fasteners plus SNB included, supporting a broad range of door preparations.
- Field-Configurable Retrofit Options: Compatible with CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (RX request-to-exit, LX latchbolt monitoring) for evolving access control needs.
- ADA and Delayed Egress Upgrades Available: AX option 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); CX CHEXIT option meets NFPA and IBC delayed egress requirements with 15-second hold and nuisance alarm.
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 - Rim
- Subcategory: Rim Exit Devices
- Latch Throw: 3/4"
- Product Type: Exit Devices - Rim
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Device Centerline from Finished Floor: 39-13/16"
- Stile Type: Narrow Stile
- Wood Door Compatible: No
- MAP Policy: Yes
- Product Model: 33A/35A-3'
- Collection: 33 & 35 Series
- 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
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities and Schools
- Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
Delayed Egress Compliance
The Von Duprin 33A Series supports an upgrade to the CX CHEXIT option, which meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress applications. When activated, the standard device keeps doors secure for 15 seconds after a request to exit while a nuisance alarm sounds, providing code-compliant delayed egress functionality for facilities requiring controlled egress management.
Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?
Von Duprin rim exit device products deliver professional-grade reliability backed by ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 certification and compliance with ANSI/UL 10C, ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132 standards. The 33A Series is engineered for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with field-configurable options and retrofit kits that allow the device to evolve alongside changing technology and access control requirements. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable panic egress performance is essential.
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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 - Rim
- Subcategory:
- Rim Exit Devices
- Latch Throw:
- 3/4"
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Rim
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Device Centerline from Finished Floor:
- 39-13/16"
- Stile Type:
- Narrow Stile
- Wood Door Compatible:
- No
- MAP Policy:
- Yes
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- Product Model:
- 33A/35A-3'
- Collection:
- 33 & 35 Series
- 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
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