Von Duprin 9827F-4ft Fire Rated 48" Wide Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Less Dogging

Von Duprin 9827F-4ft Fire Rated 48" Wide Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Less Dogging

Heavy-Duty Commercial Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for Single and Double Door Applications

The Von Duprin 9827F-4ft is a fire-rated, 48" surface-mounted vertical rod exit device from the renowned 98/99 Series, engineered for wide stile doors in demanding institutional environments. Featuring a smooth mechanism case and a 3/4" latch throw, this Grade 1 certified device is designed for 1-3/4" thick doors and accommodates both single and double door configurations. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated), and CAN/ULC-S132, this exit device delivers the highest level of code compliance and life-safety performance for commercial applications including schools, hospitals, and government buildings.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Fire-Rated Construction: Certified to ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 fire-rated standards, ensuring full compliance with fire-exit code requirements in commercial and institutional facilities.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 — the highest industry standard — as well as ANSI/UL 305 and CAN/ULC-S132 for panic exit hardware performance.
• 48" Wide Stile Device: Sized at 48" (4 ft) with a wide stile push pad design, providing broad coverage and reliable operation across a full door width in high-traffic openings.
• Smooth Mechanism Case: The 9827 features a smooth mechanism case (as distinguished from the grooved 9927 case), with a compact center case profile of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" and a product projection of 3-13/16".
• 3/4" Latch Throw: Delivers a secure 3/4" latch throw for positive door latching and reliable egress performance in surface vertical rod applications.
• Non-Handed Design: The surface vertical rod device is non-handed for simplified installation and inventory management, except when select options (SD, SS, or WS) are specified.
• Door Thickness Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" thick doors; fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick, supporting a wide range of commercial door constructions.
• Covers 86 or 161 Cutouts: Compatible with stock hollow metal doors featuring 86 or 161 cutouts, simplifying retrofit and new construction installations.
• Field-Configurable Options: A broad range of field-configurable options and retrofit kits — including CDSI/HDSI dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, RX request-to-exit, and LX latchbolt monitoring switches — allow the device to evolve with facility needs.
• ADA and Delayed Egress Upgrades Available: Optional AX upgrade meets 5 lb. force ADA requirements (2010 ADA Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934; 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.
• Vertical Rod and Latch Guard Accessories: Compatible accessories including vertical rod and latch guards are available to protect the bottom rod from damage by carts or gurneys in healthcare and institutional settings.

Technical Specifications

• Series: 98 & 99 Series
• Grade: Grade 1
• Fasteners: Included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick
• Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
• Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
• Product Type: Exit Devices - Surface Vertical Rod
• Subcategory: Surface Vertical Rod Exit Devices
• Latch Throw: 3/4"
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Stile Type: Wide Stile
• Center Case Dimensions: 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8"
• Wood Door Compatible: No
• MAP Policy: Yes
• Product Model: 9827F-4ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 48"
• Dogging Configuration: Less Dogging
• Fire Rating: Yes
• 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 (Hospitals and Medical Centers)
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential and Mixed-Use Properties
• Retail Establishments Requiring Fire-Rated Egress Compliance

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin surface vertical rod exit devices from the 98/99 Series are built to the highest industry standards, certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, ANSI/UL 10C, ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132 for proven performance in the most demanding institutional environments. The 9827F-4ft features a smooth mechanism case, 3/4" latch throw, and a non-handed design that simplifies installation while delivering dependable fire-rated egress protection. Engineered for schools, hospitals, and government facilities where life-safety compliance and long-term reliability are non-negotiable, Von Duprin exit devices are the trusted choice of commercial door hardware professionals.