Von Duprin 9848-F/9948-F Concealed Vertical Rod Fire Exit Device - 4-Foot

The 98/99 Series devices are wide stile heavy-duty push pads. Architectural design elements differ between the 98 and the 99.

The 98 Series device has a smooth mechanism case, while the 99 Series has a grooved mechanism case. The 98/99 Series have all been certified to the highest industry standards and are used in schools, hospitals and government buildings.

Features and Benefits

• The breadth of available options allows for tailoring to any facility’s needs.
• Designed for high use and abuse in institutional applications like schools, hospitals and government facilities.
• A variety of field-configurable options available.
• Retrofit kits available to keep up with changing technology.

Specifications

Specifications and certifications are specific to each configuration. See the 98/99 Series catalogs for more information.

• ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 certified
• ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated only)
• ANSI/UL 305
• CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated only)
• CAN/ULC-S132

Device Type

The 98/99 Series offers a solution for any single, double and double egress door. All devices can be ordered by adding the “-F” suffix.

• No suffix: rim devices
• 27: surface-mounted vertical rod
• 47: concealed vertical rod (5/8” bottom bolt)
• 47WDC: wood door concealed vertical rod
• 48: concealed vertical rod (1-1/2” bottom bolt)
• 49: concealed vertical cable
• 50WDC: Wood Door Concealed Vertical Cable
• 52: 1-point concealed vertical cable
• 57: 3-point latching
• 75: Mortise Lock devices

FUNCTIONS & TRIM

A variety of functions and trim options are available, but only the standard options are listed below. Refer to the 98/99 Series catalog for more information.

Functions

• Classroom: the key locks and unlocks the lever or knob
• Dummy: the rigid mechanical trim for pull operation
• Exit only: no outside trim
• Passage: the lever or knob is always active
• Storeroom: the key retracts the latchbolt, the lever or knob is rigid

98/99 Series popular trims

• 990: pull trim, 5 standard functions:
  • Classroom (TP)
  • Storeroom (NL)
  • Dummy trim (DT)
  • Passage (TP-BE)
  • Exit only (EO)
  
  

• 996: lever or knob trim, 4 standard functions:
  
  • Classroom (L, K)
  • Storeroom (L-NL, K-NL)
  • Dummy (L-DT, K-DT)
  • Passage (L-BE, K-BE)
  
  

Levers and Finishes

The 98/99 Series offers many choices for levers and finishes. Refer to the 98/99 Series catalog for more information.

OPTIONS

With the 98/99 Series, the devices can be retrofitted to keep up with evolving technology with various retrofit kits. Refer to the 98/99 Series catalog for more information.

Retrofitting an existing device

• CDSI/HDSI: security dogging indicators provide at-a-glance verification of the panic device status
• QEL: electronic latch retraction with limited operational noise
• Electronic switches: can be used as part of an access control system or in a standalone application
  • Request to exit (RX)
  • Latchbolt monitoring (LX)
  
  

Upgrading to a new device

• AX: an accessible device that is certified to meet the 5 lb. force requirements for the 2010 American Disabilities Act (ADA) (Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934) and 2013 California Building Code (Chapter 11B-309.4)
• CX: CHEXIT meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress; a standard device keeps doors secure for 15 seconds after a request to exit while a nuisance alarm sounds
• XP: patented 2-piece latchbolt design, available for 98/99 Series panic and fire applications

Accessories

From mullions to powers transfers and strikes, the 98/99 Series offers a range of accessories to meet the evolving needs of any facility. Refer to the 98/99 Series catalog for more information.

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