Von Duprin 3547AF-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device, Narrow Stile, 36" Smooth Case, Less Dogging
ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified Concealed Vertical Rod Solution for Single and Double Doors
The Von Duprin 3547AF-3ft is a fire rated, narrow stile concealed vertical rod exit device engineered for demanding institutional and commercial applications. Featuring a smooth mechanism case, this 36" device fits door stiles as narrow as 2-1/8" (44 mm) for aluminum stiles and as narrow as 4" (102 mm) for wood door stiles, and accommodates a door thickness of 1-3/4". Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and listed under ANSI/UL 10C for fire-rated applications, the 3547A-F delivers reliable panic exit hardware performance in schools, hospitals, and government buildings. The device is non-handed (except when the SS signal switch option is used), offering flexible installation across a wide range of door configurations.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Narrow Stile Compatibility: Fits aluminum door stiles as narrow as 2-1/8" (44 mm) and wood door stiles as narrow as 4" (102 mm), making it ideal for modern narrow stile door systems.
- Fire Rated Construction: Certified to ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 for fire-rated applications, ensuring code-compliant performance in fire-rated door assemblies.
- ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards — the highest industry certification — for long-term reliability in high-traffic institutional environments.
- Smooth Mechanism Case: The 3547A features a one-piece center case cover with a smooth mechanism case, distinguishing it from the grooved 3347A for a clean architectural appearance.
- Non-Handed Design: The concealed vertical rod device is non-handed (except when the SS signal switch option is used), simplifying specification and installation across varied door configurations.
- Concealed Vertical Rod with 5/8" Bottom Bolt: The "47" device type designation indicates a concealed vertical rod configuration with a 5/8" bottom bolt for secure, concealed latching at top and bottom of the door.
- Field-Configurable Options & Retrofit Kits: A variety of field-configurable options are available, including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (RX request to exit, LX latchbolt monitoring) for access control integration. Retrofit kits allow the device to keep up with evolving technology.
- ADA & Delayed Egress Upgrade Paths: Upgradeable to AX (ADA-compliant, certified to 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, 15-second delay with nuisance alarm).
- Comprehensive Trim & Function Options: Compatible with 360 lever/thumbpiece trim (Classroom, Passage, Dummy functions), 386 pull trim (Storeroom, Dummy), and 388 optional pull trim (Storeroom), as well as a full range of levers and finishes per the 33A/35A Series catalog.
- Additional Certifications: Also certified to ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S132, providing broad compliance for North American commercial and institutional applications.
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: Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Devices
- Latch Throw: 3/4"
- Product Type: Exit Devices - Concealed 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: Yes
- Product Projection: 3-13/16"
- Product Style: Push Pads
- Product Category: Exit Devices and Trim
- Department: Door Hardware
Professional Applications
- Educational Facilities (Schools and Universities)
- Healthcare Institutions (Hospitals and Medical Centers)
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- Retail Establishments Requiring Fire-Rated Egress Compliance
Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?
Von Duprin concealed vertical rod exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 3547A-F Series certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, ANSI/UL 10C, ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132 for comprehensive North American compliance. The smooth mechanism case, one-piece center case cover, and narrow stile design — fitting stiles as narrow as 2-1/8" — reflect Von Duprin's commitment to architectural versatility and institutional-grade durability. Trusted in schools, hospitals, and government buildings, Von Duprin exit devices deliver dependable performance where reliable egress 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 - Vertical Rod
- Subcategory:
- Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Devices
- Latch Throw:
- 3/4"
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Concealed 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:
- Yes
- Product Projection:
- 3-13/16"
- Product Style:
- Push Pads
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware