Von Duprin 9850WDC-3ft Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Wood Doors, 36" Non-Handed, Grade 1

Von Duprin 9850WDC-3ft Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Wood Doors, 36" Non-Handed, Grade 1

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

The Von Duprin 9850WDC-3ft is a 36" wide stile concealed vertical cable exit device engineered specifically for use on single or double wood doors. Part of the renowned 98/99 Series, this device features a smooth mechanism case and is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards, making it UL listed for panic exit hardware. The 9850WDC-3ft is non-handed in standard configuration, accommodating a door thickness of 1-3/4" with a 3/4" latch throw and a center case measuring 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8", delivering reliable egress performance in demanding institutional environments.

Professional Features & Benefits

• 36" Wide Stile Design: Engineered for 36" doors with wide stile push pad construction, providing a commanding presence and reliable panic egress on wood door applications.
• Concealed Vertical Cable Mechanism: The 9850WDC concealed vertical cable design keeps hardware discreet within the door, offering a clean architectural appearance while maintaining full code-compliant panic exit functionality.
• Smooth Mechanism Case: Features a smooth case (8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8") distinguishing the 9850WDC from the grooved 9950WDC, providing a refined aesthetic suited to institutional and commercial environments.
• Door Thickness & Fastener Compatibility: Accommodates doors 1-3/4" thick; fasteners are included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick, simplifying installation across common door configurations.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, UL listed for panic exit hardware (ANSI/UL 305), and compliant with CAN/ULC-S132, ensuring the highest industry performance standards for institutional applications.
• Non-Handed Configuration: Standard non-handed design offers installation flexibility; note that options SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) will require specific handing.
• Hex Key Dogging: Equipped with hex key dogging for convenient hold-open functionality, with a 3/4" latch throw and 3-13/16" product projection for reliable latching performance.
• Field-Configurable Options & Retrofit Kits: Supports a broad range of field-configurable options including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (Request to Exit RX, Latchbolt Monitoring LX) for access control integration. Retrofit kits available to keep pace with evolving technology.
• ADA & Delayed Egress Upgrade Paths: Upgradeable with AX option (certified to 5 lb. force requirements per 2010 ADA Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934, and 2013 California Building Code Chapter 11B-309.4) or CX CHEXIT option (meets NFPA and IBC delayed egress requirements with 15-second hold and nuisance alarm).
• XP Patented Latchbolt Design: Available with XP patented 2-piece latchbolt design for enhanced performance in panic and fire applications across the 98/99 Series.

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: 9850WDC-3ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 36"
• Dogging Configuration: Hex Key Dogging
• Fire Rating: No
• 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 Establishments Requiring Code-Compliant Panic Egress

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin concealed vertical cable exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 9850WDC-3ft certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed under ANSI/UL 305 and CAN/ULC-S132 for dependable panic exit performance. The 98/99 Series is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with a breadth of field-configurable options and retrofit kits that allow the hardware to evolve alongside changing facility needs. When reliable, code-compliant egress on wood doors is essential, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade performance that demanding commercial applications require.