Von Duprin 9850WDCF-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Wood Doors, 36" Wide Stile, Grade 1

Von Duprin 9850WDCF-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Wood Doors, 36" Wide Stile, Grade 1

Heavy-Duty Concealed Vertical Cable Panic Exit Hardware for Single and Double Wood Doors

The Von Duprin 9850WDCF-3ft is a fire-rated concealed vertical cable exit device engineered for use on single or double wood doors, featuring a smooth mechanism case and wide stile push pad design sized for 36" doors. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed under ANSI/UL 10C for fire-rated applications, this device delivers the highest level of panic exit hardware performance. The 9850WDC concealed vertical cable mechanism is non-handed in standard configuration, accommodating a broad range of installation scenarios, and accepts fasteners for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick. With a 3/4" latch throw, a center case measuring 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8", and a product projection of 3-13/16", this device is purpose-built for demanding institutional and commercial environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Fire-Rated Certification: Listed to ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 for fire-rated applications, ensuring full compliance in fire-door assemblies where code-mandated protection is required.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1—the highest industry standard—as well as ANSI/UL 305 and CAN/ULC-S132 for verified panic exit hardware performance.
• Smooth Case Wide Stile Design: The 9850WDC smooth mechanism case and wide stile push pad provide a clean architectural profile suited to institutional and commercial door applications.
• Precise Dimensional Specifications: Center case dimensions of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8", a 3/4" latch throw, and a 3-13/16" product projection ensure accurate fit and reliable latching performance on 36" doors with 1-3/4" door thickness.
• Included Fasteners for Multiple Door Types: Fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick, simplifying installation across compatible door configurations.
• Non-Handed Configuration: Standard non-handed design provides installation flexibility for single or double wood door applications; handing is only required when SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) options are selected.
• Hex Key Dogging: Hex key dogging configuration allows the latchbolt to be held in the retracted position for high-traffic periods, with field-configurable options available to tailor the device to facility needs.
• Retrofit and Upgrade Ready: Compatible with a wide range of retrofit kits including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (RX request-to-exit, LX latchbolt monitoring) to keep pace with evolving access control technology.
• ADA and Delayed Egress Options: Upgradeable with 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) and CX CHEXIT delayed egress options meeting NFPA and IBC requirements.

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: 9850WDCF-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 Properties
• Retail and Institutional Establishments Requiring Fire-Rated Egress Compliance

Delayed Egress Compliance

The Von Duprin 9850WDCF-3ft is upgradeable with the CX CHEXIT delayed egress option, which meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress applications. In this configuration, a standard device keeps doors secure for 15 seconds after a request to exit while a nuisance alarm sounds, providing code-compliant delayed egress functionality for facilities requiring controlled egress management.

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin concealed vertical cable exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 9850WDCF-3ft certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, ANSI/UL 10C, ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132 for verified panic exit and fire-rated performance. The 98/99 Series is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with a broad range of field-configurable options and retrofit kits to adapt to evolving facility needs. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable, code-compliant performance is essential.