Von Duprin 9849F-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device Wide Stile 36" Smooth Case

Von Duprin 9849F-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device Wide Stile 36" Smooth Case

Heavy-Duty Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Commercial and Institutional Applications

The Von Duprin 9849F-3ft is a fire-rated concealed vertical cable exit device engineered for single or double metal doors in demanding institutional environments. Featuring a smooth mechanism case and wide stile push pad design, this 36" device is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and listed under ANSI/UL 10C for fire-rated applications. Designed for use on doors 1-3/4" thick with a 3/4" latch throw, the 9849F-3ft delivers reliable, code-compliant egress performance in schools, hospitals, and government facilities. The device is non-handed in standard configuration, offering installation flexibility across a wide range of openings.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Fire-Rated Compliance: Listed to ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 for fire-rated door applications, ensuring code-compliant performance in life-safety openings.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, the highest industry standard for exit devices, as well as ANSI/UL 305 and CAN/ULC-S132.
• Wide Stile Smooth Case Design: The 9849 features a smooth mechanism case with a center case dimension of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" and a product projection of 3-13/16", providing a clean architectural profile suited to wide stile door frames.
• 36" Door Coverage with Concealed Vertical Cable: Sized for 36" doors with a concealed vertical cable (Type 49) mechanism, delivering top and bottom latching in a clean, concealed format ideal for high-traffic institutional openings.
• Non-Handed Configuration: The concealed vertical cable device is non-handed in standard configuration, simplifying specification and reducing installation complexity. Handed operation applies only when SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) options are selected.
• Door Thickness and Fastener Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" thick doors with fasteners included for both wood and metal doors ranging from 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick, supporting versatile installation scenarios.
• Hex Key Dogging: Standard hex key dogging configuration allows the latchbolt to be held in the retracted position for high-traffic periods, with field-configurable options available.
• Field-Configurable Retrofit Options: Compatible with a broad range of retrofit kits and upgrades including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, RX (request to exit) and LX (latchbolt monitoring) electronic switches, AX accessible device upgrade (certified to 5 lb. force ADA requirements per 2010 ADA Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934 and 2013 California Building Code Chapter 11B-309.4), CX CHEXIT delayed egress (15-second delay per NFPA and IBC requirements), and XP patented 2-piece latchbolt design.
• Broad Trim and Function Compatibility: Supports 990 pull trim and 996 lever or knob trim in Classroom, Storeroom, Dummy, Passage, and Exit Only functions for complete door hardware coordination.

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 - Concealed Vertical Rod
• Subcategory: Concealed 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"
• MAP Policy: Yes
• Product Model: 9849F-3ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 36"
• Dogging Configuration: Hex Key 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 and Hospitals
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential and Mixed-Use Properties
• Fire-Rated Door Assemblies Requiring Code-Compliant Egress Hardware

Delayed Egress Compliance

The Von Duprin 9849F-3ft is compatible with the CX CHEXIT delayed egress upgrade, which meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress applications. When configured with the CX option, the device keeps doors secure for 15 seconds after a request to exit while a nuisance alarm sounds, providing an added layer of security without compromising life-safety egress compliance.

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin concealed vertical cable exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 9849F-3ft certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed under ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 for fire-rated door assemblies. The 98/99 Series is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with a broad ecosystem of field-configurable options and retrofit kits to keep pace with evolving technology and access control requirements. When dependable, code-compliant egress performance is essential, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade reliability that commercial and institutional projects demand.