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Von Duprin 050053 55 Series Top Rod Kit for 6' 8" to 8' Doors

Von Duprin 050053 55 Series Top Rod Kit for 6' 8" to 8' Doors

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Von Duprin 050053 55 Series Top Rod Kit for 6' 8" to 8' Doors

Commercial-Grade Replacement Top Rod Assembly for Vertical Rod Exit Devices

The Von Duprin 55 Series Top Rod Kit is a professional-grade replacement part engineered specifically for use with compatible 55 Series vertical rod exit devices. Designed to accommodate door heights ranging from 6' 8" to 8', this kit provides the correct top rod assembly needed to restore or complete a vertical rod exit device installation. As a Grade 1 commercial replacement part, it meets the demanding performance standards required for high-traffic commercial door hardware applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Height Compatibility: Engineered to accommodate door heights from 6' 8" to 8', making it suitable for standard and oversized commercial door openings.
  • 55 Series Specific Design: Purpose-built for Von Duprin 55 Series vertical rod exit devices, ensuring precise fit and reliable operation when used with compatible hardware.
  • Grade 1 Commercial Rating: Meets Grade 1 performance standards for commercial door hardware, delivering the durability and reliability required in demanding, high-traffic environments.
  • Replacement Part Convenience: Provides a direct replacement top rod assembly to restore full vertical rod exit device functionality without requiring complete device replacement.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to Von Duprin's professional standards for exit device components, ensuring long-term performance in commercial applications.
  • Exit Device System Integrity: Restores proper top latch engagement and rod travel for complete vertical rod exit device operation as part of a code-compliant door assembly.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Series: 55 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: Replacement Parts
  • 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 replacement parts are manufactured to the same Grade 1 commercial standards as the original hardware, ensuring consistent performance and reliable fit within the 55 Series product family. This top rod kit is purpose-engineered for door heights from 6' 8" to 8', providing a precise, professional-grade solution for maintaining vertical rod exit device systems. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable performance and code compliance are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Von Duprin 55 Series Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Series:
55 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:
Replacement Parts
Product Attribute:
Parts and Accessories
Fire Rating:
No
Product Category:
Exit Devices and Trim
Department:
Door Hardware

Von Duprin 50053 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Von Duprin 050053 top rod kit work on an 8 foot tall door?
Yes. The 050053 top rod kit covers door heights from 6 feet 8 inches up to 8 feet, so it handles both standard commercial openings and oversized ones. Same kit either way, cut or set to the opening during install.
2) Is the Von Duprin 050053 rod kit fire rated?
No. The 050053 top rod kit is not fire rated. If you are maintaining a fire rated opening, the device and its components have to carry the rating, so this part is for non-rated vertical rod exit device applications.
3) Is there a top rod for a concealed vertical rod device instead of the Von Duprin 55 Series surface rod?
The Von Duprin 050053 is a top rod kit built for Von Duprin 55 Series vertical rod exit devices and covers door heights from 6 feet 8 inches to 8 feet. If the opening uses a concealed vertical rod device from Falcon instead, the Falcon 610061 is a 24 Series Monarch concealed vertical top rod made for the F-25-C and F-25-CWDC exit devices. Match the rod to the device family on the door - a 55 Series rod will not serve a Monarch concealed device, and the Falcon rod will not serve a 55 Series device.
4) My vertical rod device latches poorly at the head - do I need the rod kit or a top latch part?
Those are two different repairs. The Von Duprin 050053 replaces the top rod assembly itself on a 55 Series vertical rod device, restoring rod travel and top latch engagement for doors 6 feet 8 inches through 8 feet. If the rod is sound and the latch at the head is the worn item, that is a latch component, not a rod - on Accentra devices, for example, the 60-7010-0049-999 is a top latch replacement component for 7110 and 7120 exit devices, and 60-7010-0050-999 is the top latch component for the 7110F. Diagnose which part is failing before ordering, since the rod kit and the latch are not interchangeable.
5) Can I replace just the top rod instead of the whole exit device?
Yes, that is what this kit is for. It is a replacement top rod assembly that restores top latch engagement and rod travel on a 55 Series vertical rod device, so a worn or bent top rod does not force you into a full device swap. The bottom rod and latch are separate parts.
6) Is this a Grade 1 part suitable for a high traffic building?
Grade 1, commercial. That is the top ANSI/BHMA durability tier for door hardware, which is what you want on school, hospital, office and retail exits that cycle all day. It is not a residential part.
7) My problem is the top latch, not the rod. Is this the right part?
No. The 050053 is the top rod assembly, the vertical travel component. If the latch itself at the head is the failed piece, you want a top latch component instead, such as the Accentra 7110/7120 top latch replacement for those devices. Diagnose whether the rod is bent or out of adjustment versus the latch failing to hold before you order.
8) I have a pair of doors with no mullion. Does a rod kit solve that, or do I need something else?
A vertical rod device latches at the head and threshold, which is how it secures a pair without a center mullion, and this kit only restores the top rod on an existing 55 Series device. If your pair currently uses rim devices and you need a removable center post, that is a mullion instead, like the Falcon 4023 steel mullion for double door exit device applications.
9) Can I use this top rod kit on a fire-rated opening?
The Von Duprin 050053 55 Series top rod kit carries a fire rating value of No, so it should not be specified where the door assembly must carry a fire label. Several comparable exit device components carry the same non-rated status, including the Accentra 7110F top latch replacement component and the Accentra 7110/7120 top latch component. For a labeled opening, select components listed as part of a fire-rated device assembly.
10) We keep getting a gap between double doors - is the 050053 rod kit the fix?
No. The Von Duprin 050053 is a replacement top rod assembly for a 55 Series vertical rod exit device on a single door leaf; it addresses rod travel and top latch engagement, not the meeting stile on a pair. For a double door opening you are looking at mullion hardware instead - the Falcon 4023 is a steel mullion for double door exit device applications, and the Falcon 525 aluminum mullion stabilizers are accessories for exit device mullions. Those solve the pair-of-doors problem; the rod kit does not.
11) What exit device parts look like alternatives to the 050053 but will not work on a vertical rod door?
Two categories get ordered by mistake. Rim device parts are one: the Arrow 16RCR-27 is an SFIC rim housing for the 24/25 Series, a cylinder housing for a rim device rather than anything on a vertical rod. Latch parts are the other: the Falcon 23981160 is a 2-3/8 inch square corner deadlatch replacement part for the T Series. Neither substitutes for the Von Duprin 050053, which is the top rod assembly for a Von Duprin 55 Series vertical rod exit device on doors 6 feet 8 inches to 8 feet.
How fast can I get the Von Duprin 50053 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 50053 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Von Duprin 50053 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 50053?
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