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Von Duprin 050653 One Piece Top Rod Kit for 3527A/9827/9857 Series, 8' Commercial Exit Device Accessory

Von Duprin 050653 One Piece Top Rod Kit for 3527A/9827/9857 Series, 8' Commercial Exit Device Accessory

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Von Duprin 050653 One Piece Top Rod Kit for 3527A/9827/9857 Series, 8' Commercial Exit Device Accessory

Professional-Grade Installation Accessory for 35/98 Series Exit Devices

The Von Duprin 050653 One Piece Top Rod Kit is a Grade 1 commercial-grade installation accessory engineered for use with Von Duprin 3527A, 9827, and 9857 Series exit devices. Supplied in an 8' length, this one-piece top rod kit is designed to support proper vertical rod exit device operation in commercial door applications. As a Parts and Accessories component within the 35/98 Series product family, it ensures reliable compatibility and performance consistent with Von Duprin's professional door hardware standards.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Precise Series Compatibility: Specifically designed for Von Duprin 3527A, 9827, and 9857 Series exit devices, ensuring a proper fit and reliable operation within the 35/98 Series product family.
  • 8' One-Piece Top Rod Length: Supplied at 8' in a single-piece construction, eliminating the need for field splicing and supporting clean, accurate installation on tall door applications.
  • Grade 1 Commercial Quality: Rated Grade 1 for demanding commercial environments, delivering the durability and dependability required for high-traffic door hardware installations.
  • Commercial Application Ready: Classified for commercial use, making it suitable for a wide range of professional building types requiring code-compliant exit device hardware.
  • Exit Device Parts and Accessories Category: Categorized as an Installation Accessory within the Exit Devices and Trim product group, confirming its role as a purpose-built component for Von Duprin vertical rod exit device systems.
  • Department: Door Hardware: Sourced and classified within the Door Hardware department, ensuring alignment with professional specification and procurement workflows.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Series: 35/98 Series
  • Grade: Grade 1
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Subcategory: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Exit Devices Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Installation Accessories
  • Product Attribute: Parts and Accessories
  • Fire Rating: No
  • Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Department: Door Hardware

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin exit device parts and accessories are manufactured to Grade 1 commercial standards, ensuring consistent performance and compatibility within the 35/98 Series product family. The 050653 One Piece Top Rod Kit reflects Von Duprin's commitment to precision-engineered door hardware components that support reliable, long-term exit device operation. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable performance and proper hardware integration are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Von Duprin 98/99 Series Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Series:
35/98 Series
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Exit Devices Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Parts and Accessories Type:
Installation Accessories
Product Attribute:
Parts and Accessories
Fire Rating:
No
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Von Duprin 050653 US10 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Do I need to cut the 8 foot top rod down for a standard 7 foot door?
Yes. The 050653 ships as a single 8 foot rod, so on an opening shorter than that the rod gets cut and re-drilled to the device manufacturer's dimensions during installation. The one-piece construction means there is no field splice to make, just a trim to length.
2) Is there a top rod for a concealed vertical rod exit device from another brand that works the same way as the Von Duprin 050653?
The Falcon 610061 is a 24 Series Monarch concealed vertical top rod made for F-25-C and F-25-CWDC exit devices. It fills the same role - the upper vertical rod that drives the top latch - but it is matched to Falcon's 24/245 Series devices, while the Von Duprin 050653 one piece top rod kit is built for Von Duprin 3527A, 9827 and 9857 Series devices in the 35/98 Series family. Rods are device-specific, so the two are not interchangeable in the same door; pick the rod that matches the device already hung.
3) My exit device will not latch at the top. Do I need the Von Duprin 050653 rod or a latch part?
It depends on which piece failed. The Von Duprin 050653 is the top rod itself, an installation accessory that transmits motion from the push bar up to the top latch on 3527A, 9827 and 9857 Series devices. If the rod is straight and intact but the latch bolt is worn or will not retract, the replacement is a top latch assembly instead - Accentra sells top latch replacement components for its 7110/7120 devices under 60-7010-0049-999 and for the fire-rated 7110F under 60-7010-0050-999. Diagnose which component is at fault before ordering, and stay within the device's own brand and series either way.
4) What finishes does the Von Duprin 050653 top rod come in?
Five: 605 bright brass, 612 satin bronze, 626 satin chrome, 630 satin stainless steel, and 710 dark bronze. Match the finish to the exit device already on the door, since the rod is visible on surface vertical rod applications.
5) Is this top rod kit heavy duty enough for a school or hospital exit door?
It is a Grade 1 commercial part, the top durability tier under the ANSI/BHMA classification, and Von Duprin catalogues it for commercial rather than residential use. That covers high-traffic openings in schools, healthcare, retail and office buildings, with the one caveat that it is not for fire labeled doors.
6) My exit device only latches at the bottom. Is replacing the top rod the fix?
Often yes on a surface vertical rod device, since a bent, mis-cut or worn top rod keeps the head latch from throwing fully. The 050653 replaces the entire top rod as one piece for 3527A, 9827 and 9857 devices. If the fault is in the latch itself rather than the rod, the top latch assembly is the part to change instead.
7) Do I need a mullion if I am using a vertical rod exit device on a pair of doors?
No. A vertical rod device latches into the head frame and the threshold, so a pair can be secured without a center mullion, which is why this style is chosen for openings that need a full clear width. If you would rather use rim devices on a pair, that is where a removable mullion such as the Falcon 4023 steel mullion comes in.
8) Can I use the Von Duprin 050653 top rod kit on a fire-rated opening?
The Von Duprin 050653 one piece top rod kit carries a fire rating of No, so it should not be specified where a labeled fire exit assembly is required. Among the comparable exit device components, the Accentra 60-7010-0050-999 top latch part is the one tied to a fire device family, the 7110F, though it too is listed with a fire rating of No as a component. For a labeled opening, order the fire-rated rod and latch specified for that exact device by its manufacturer.
9) I have a pair of doors and want to avoid vertical rods entirely. What is the alternative to buying the Von Duprin 050653?
If the pair can accept a center post, a removable mullion lets you run rim exit devices on both leaves instead of vertical rod devices, which removes top rods from the job altogether. The Falcon 4023 is a steel mullion for double door exit device applications, and the Falcon 525 aluminum mullion stabilizers are accessories for mullion installations. That is a device-level change, not a parts swap - the Von Duprin 050653 is the top rod kit for existing 3527A, 9827 and 9857 Series vertical rod devices and only makes sense if you are keeping those devices in service.
10) For a tall commercial door, is the Von Duprin 050653 or a Falcon rod the right choice?
Choose by the device on the door. The Von Duprin 050653 is supplied at 8 feet in one piece, so on tall openings there is no field splice, and it is Grade 1 rated for commercial service on 3527A, 9827 and 9857 Series devices. The Falcon 610061 is the concealed vertical top rod for Falcon F-25-C and F-25-CWDC devices in the 24 Series Monarch line. A rod from one manufacturer will not index correctly into the other manufacturer's device chassis or top latch.
11) Will a deadlatch or rim cylinder housing substitute for the Von Duprin 050653 top rod?
No. The Von Duprin 050653 is the vertical top rod that links the push bar to the top latch on 3527A, 9827 and 9857 Series devices. A deadlatch such as the Falcon 23981160 T Series 2-3/8 inch square corner deadlatch is a latch body for a different kind of door prep, and the Arrow 16RCR-27 is an SFIC rim housing, 6/7-pin, which holds a small format interchangeable core for keyed outside access. None of those parts carry the latching motion to the head of the door, so none of them replace a top rod.
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