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Von Duprin 9852 - 3 ft Smooth Case Pool Exit Hardware Device

Von Duprin 9852-3FT Pool Gate Rim Exit Device Wide Stile 36" Smooth Case

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Von Duprin 9852-3FT Pool Gate Rim Exit Device Wide Stile 36" Smooth Case

Weather-Resistant Panic Exit Hardware Engineered for Outdoor Pool Enclosures

The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a commercial-grade, wide stile rim exit device purpose-built for pool gate and outdoor enclosure applications. Featuring a smooth mechanism case and weather-resistant components, this 36" device is designed to withstand the corrosive cleaners and harsh climate conditions typical of outdoor pool environments. Gate poles must have at least 3" stile width by 2" depth for ideal installation, and the 252L trim is mounted at least 54" from finished floor or concrete. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed under UL 305 for panic exit hardware, the 9852-3FT meets International Building Code requirements for pool enclosures and complies with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Wide Stile Heavy-Duty Push Pad: Designed for 36" doors with a wide stile configuration, featuring a smooth mechanism case that distinguishes the 98 Series from the grooved 99 Series for architectural flexibility.
  • Weather-Resistant Construction: Both the device and trim are built with weather-resistant components engineered to withstand corrosive pool cleaners and harsh outdoor climate conditions, making this unit ideal for pool enclosure gate applications.
  • Precise Dimensional Specifications: Center case dimensions of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8", product projection of 3-13/16", latch throw of 3/4", and compatibility with 1-3/4" door thickness for accurate installation planning.
  • Code-Compliant Pool Enclosure Design: Patent-pending design meets International Building Code requirements for pool enclosures. The 98/9952 device can be mounted within the range required by model codes and accessibility standards, with 252L trim positioned at least 54" from finished floor or concrete.
  • Multi-Standard Certification: Listed with UL for panic exit hardware (UL 305), certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, compliant with ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132 for comprehensive code coverage.
  • ADA Compliant: Complies with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, supporting accessible egress in pool and outdoor facility environments.
  • Field-Configurable Options: A variety of field-configurable options are available, including retrofit kits (CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction), electronic switches for access control (Request to Exit RX, Latchbolt Monitoring LX), and upgrade options such as AX accessible device, CX CHEXIT delayed egress, and XP patented 2-piece latchbolt design.
  • Hex Key Dogging Configuration: Equipped with hex key dogging for straightforward field adjustment and maintenance in institutional and commercial settings.
  • Non-Handed Design: Non-handed installation eliminates handing concerns, simplifying specification and reducing inventory requirements for facility managers.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Series: 98 & 99 Series
  • Grade: Grade 1
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Rim
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Rim
  • Subcategory: Rim 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: 9852-3FT
  • 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

  • Outdoor Pool Enclosures and Aquatic Facility Gates
  • Commercial and Institutional Pool Areas
  • Educational Facilities with Aquatic Programs
  • Healthcare and Recreation Center Pool Enclosures
  • Government and Municipal Aquatic Facilities
  • Hotels and Resort Pool Gate Applications
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Complex Pool Areas

Weatherized Construction

The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is specifically engineered for outdoor pool environments where standard door hardware cannot withstand the demands of the application. Both the device and trim incorporate weather-resistant components designed to endure corrosive pool cleaners and the harsh conditions of various outdoor climates, ensuring long-term reliable performance in pool enclosure gate installations.

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin exit device products deliver professional-grade reliability backed by ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 certification, UL 305 listing for panic exit hardware, and compliance with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The 98 Series is certified to the highest industry standards and is trusted in schools, hospitals, and government buildings worldwide. Engineered for demanding commercial and institutional applications, the 9852-3FT provides the dependable, code-compliant performance that outdoor pool enclosures require.

Manufacturer Resources

Von Duprin 98/99 Series Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Series:
98 & 99 Series
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Rim
Product Type:
Exit Devices - Rim
Subcategory:
Rim 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
Tags:
von duprin 9852, von duprin 9952
Product Model:
9852-3FT
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

Von Duprin 9852L 3 26D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the Von Duprin 9852 pool gate device meet code for a pool enclosure gate?
It is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, listed with UL for panic exit hardware under UL 305, and complies with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Von Duprin built the design to meet International Building Code requirements for pool enclosures, with the mounting height range the model codes call for and the 252L trim set at least 54 inches above finished floor or concrete. For a municipal or school aquatic facility where the inspector wants documented panic hardware on the barrier gate, those are the three lines that satisfy the submittal.
2) I have a double pool gate with no center post. Will a rim exit device work on it?
Not on its own. A rim device like the 9852-3FT latches into a strike mounted on the frame or a mullion, so a pair of gates with an open center gives it nothing to catch. Either add a center post or mullion so each leaf can take a rim device, or move to a vertical rod device that latches at the head and sill instead. The Hager 4501 Series 36 inch concealed vertical rod device with a wide stile pushpad is the vertical rod approach in a comparable size.
3) How do I get back into the pool area from outside with the 9852 exit device? What trim do I order?
Three outside configurations are offered on the 9852-3FT. EO is exit only, meaning push pad on the pool side and no outside operation at all. L adds outside lever trim so staff or residents can key back in. L-BE is the lever with a blank escutcheon. All three come in 626 satin chrome and 710 dark bronze anodized. If you use the lever trim, Von Duprin specifies the 252L trim at a minimum of 54 inches above finished floor or concrete, which is a pool code detail inspectors look for on gate hardware.
4) Will the 9852-3FT latch into the strike that is already on my gate post?
The latchbolt throws 3/4 inch, which is the standard rim device projection, so it will engage a rim strike set for that throw. What it will not do is reuse a mortise or vertical rod prep. This is a rim device: the latch comes off the face of the leaf and catches a surface strike on the gate post, and the post has to give you 3 inches of stile width by 2 inches of depth to mount to. If the existing hardware was a deadlatch or a rod device, plan on a new strike.
5) The Von Duprin 9852 is a non-fire-rated device. Which rim exit device do I use on a fire rated opening?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT carries a fire rating of No, which suits a pool enclosure gate but not a rated door assembly. Rim devices in the same size class that are fire rated include the Orca Hardware OED85, a 36 inch fire rated rim exit device in exit only function; the Marks USA M9900F, a 36 inch fire rated rim exit device, exit only with a panic protector end cap, also offered at 48 inch; the Dexter ED1000 Series Grade 1 fire rated rim device; and the Arrow FS1250, a 32 inch fire rated rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors. For a narrow stile rated opening, the Adams Rite 3700 Series is a Grade 1 30 inch fire rated narrow stile rim device with starwheel interlocking.
6) My gate post is too narrow for a wide stile push pad device. Which rim exit device should I use instead of the Von Duprin 9852?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a wide stile device and the gate pole needs at least 3 inch stile width by 2 inch depth. For narrower aluminum or tube stiles, the narrow stile rim devices in the same class are the Corbin Russwin ED4200, a Grade 1 36 inch narrow stile rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors that is exit only or accepts trim; the Falcon 19-R, a Grade 1 36 inch narrow stile exit only device for 1-3/4 inch doors; the Detex 40 Advantex, an extra heavy duty Grade 1 narrow stile rim device; and the Adams Rite 8800 Series, a Grade 1 30 inch narrow stile rim device with starwheel interlocking that covers 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors.
7) What is the closest cross-brand equivalent to the Von Duprin 9852-3FT for a 36 inch wide stile Grade 1 rim exit device?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a 36 inch wide stile rim exit device certified to Grade 1, and several other manufacturers build to the same size, stile type, and grade. The TownSteel ED1100 is a 36 inch heavy duty Grade 1 wide stile panic rim device. The Corbin Russwin ED5200 is a Grade 1 36 inch wide stile rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors, listed exit only or accepting trim. The Detex 10 Advantex is a 36 inch wide stile extra heavy duty Grade 1 rim device. Where the 9852-3FT differs is its intended environment: the device and trim are built with weather-resistant components for pool cleaners and outdoor climate, and it carries hex key dogging with a 3/4 inch latch throw.
8) The leaf is a wood door - can I use the Von Duprin 9852, and if not what rim device goes on wood?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is not wood door compatible, so a wood leaf calls for a different device. Among rim exit devices, the Adams Rite 8700 Series is a Grade 1 30 inch narrow stile rim device with starwheel interlocking that is wood door compatible, and the Adams Rite 3700 Series is the fire rated Grade 1 30 inch narrow stile version, also wood door compatible. Both are narrow stile rather than wide stile, so confirm the stile dimension on the wood leaf before ordering.
9) What rim exit device do I order for a 48 inch gate leaf instead of the 36 inch Von Duprin 9852?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT covers a 36 inch opening. For a 48 inch leaf, comparable rim devices at that width include the Dormakaba 9300 Series, a 48 inch wide stile Grade 1 heavy duty panic rim device, exit only, for 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors; the Corbin Russwin ED3200, a Grade 1 48 inch wide stile crossbar rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors; the Sargent 2828, a Grade 1 reversible wide stile rim device for a 48 inch minimum door width; the Marks USA M9900F at 48 inch, fire rated and exit only; and the Dexter ED1000 Series in the 4FT Grade 1 size.
10) The gate leaf is 2 inches thick. Which rim exit device covers a door thicker than 1-3/4 inch?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is built for a 1-3/4 inch door thickness. Rim devices that list a range extending past that are the Adams Rite 8800 Series, a Grade 1 30 inch narrow stile device covering 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch; the Dormakaba 9300 Series, a 48 inch wide stile Grade 1 heavy duty device covering 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch; and the SDC S6136 Spectra, a 36 inch electrified architectural rim device with a 4 inch wide stile covering 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch. The Securitron EMB electromechanical exit bar is listed at 2-1/4 inch.
11) Which exit bars look like the Von Duprin 9852 but will not latch a gate shut?
Several wide stile push bars in the same family of parts are not panic latching devices. The Detex Advantex 00 Series is a super-heavy-duty dummy exit device with a wide stile design, and the Sargent 12-8810-LTRIM is a fire rated wide stile rim device in a dummy function - both give the push bar appearance without a working latch. The Dexter ED1500-EXTRD-SP is a 12 inch extension rod assembly for ED1500 devices, a component rather than a device. The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a latching rim device with a 3/4 inch throw certified to Grade 1, so a dummy bar or a rod kit will not stand in for it on a gate that has to secure.
12) Can I hold the pool gate unlocked during open hours with the 9852?
Yes, using the hex key dogging. Insert the hex wrench and depress the push pad to hold the latch retracted so the gate pushes and pulls freely while the pool is staffed, then undog it at close. Because the 9852-3FT is not a fire rated device, mechanical dogging is available on it. Keep in mind that dogging removes the latching, so anything relying on the gate self-latching for pool barrier compliance has to stay undogged.
13) What is the difference between the Von Duprin 9852 and the 9952?
Case appearance, not function. The 9852 is the 98 Series with a smooth mechanism case; the 9952 is the 99 Series with a grooved case. They are the same family and are specified together, so pick on how you want the hardware to read on the gate and on what matches the other openings in the facility. If the rest of the property is already on grooved 99 Series cases, the 9952 keeps it consistent.
14) How far does the Von Duprin 9852 stick out from the gate? I have a tight pool deck walkway.
Projection is 3-13/16 inches off the face of the leaf, and the mechanism case measures 8 x 2-3/4 x 2-3/8 inches. On a narrow deck or a gate that swings toward a fence line or coping edge, that projection is the number to check against your clear width, because the pad travels toward the leaf when pushed and the case stays proud the whole time.
15) Can I tie a pool gate exit device into the access control system and get a request to exit signal?
Yes, the 98 Series carries the electrified and monitoring options an integrator needs. RX gives request to exit switching, LX gives latchbolt monitoring, and QEL is electronic latch retraction for remote unlocking of the gate. CX CHEXIT covers delayed egress where the facility wants a delay on the pool barrier. CDSI and HDSI security dogging indicators are available as retrofit kits, and XP is the patented two-piece latchbolt. Specify these with the device rather than adding them later.
16) Can an SDC switch bar or a Securitron exit bar replace the Von Duprin 9852 on a pool enclosure gate?
Those are a different class of hardware. The SDC MSB550 is a 36 inch mechanical switch bar with electromagnetic lock release and the SDC SureExit PSB560 is a 36 inch pressure sense bar with tri-failsafe technology - both fit narrow or wide stile and both release a separate locking device rather than carrying a latch of their own. The Securitron EMB is an electromechanical exit bar listed for 2-1/4 inch doors. The Von Duprin 9852-3FT latches on its own with a 3/4 inch throw and is dogged with a hex key, so if the gate has no maglock or electric strike behind it, a switch bar leaves nothing holding the gate.
17) What is the difference between the Von Duprin 9852 rim device and a concealed vertical rod device like the Hager 4501?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a rim device: the latch is carried on the device itself with a 3/4 inch throw and catches a strike mounted on the frame or the opposite gate post, with a product projection of 3-13/16 inch off the face. The Hager 4501 is a Grade 1 36 inch concealed vertical rod exit device with a wide stile pushpad and the Hager 4601 is the Grade 1 36 inch narrow stile concealed vertical rod version - those run rods inside the door leaf to latch at the head and sill instead of into a frame strike, which changes the door prep entirely. On a fence-mounted pool gate with no head frame, the rim configuration is the one that has something to latch into.
18) Is there a lighter duty rim exit device than the Grade 1 Von Duprin 9852 for a low traffic gate?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is certified Grade 1 for commercial use. Devices built to a lighter specification include the Cal-Royal 5000, a 36 inch wide rim exit device with a touch bar on a Grade 2 heavy duty chassis, and the Cal-Royal 5500, the 48 inch Grade 2 push bar version. The Design Hardware 2000R is a 33 inch standard duty wide stile rim device with hex key dogging, and the Design Hardware 1000R is the 33 inch heavy duty rim device with the same dogging. The Hager 4701 is a 36 inch standard duty rim device carrying Grade 1 BHMA certification. Bear in mind a pool enclosure gate is usually governed by code for panic hardware, so check what grade the authority having jurisdiction requires before stepping off Grade 1.
19) Which comparable rim exit devices are non-handed like the Von Duprin 9852?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a non-handed device, which keeps one part number covering both swings on a property. Comparable devices built the same way are the BEST 2401 Series, a narrow stile exit only non-handed rim device; the BEST Precision 5101 Series, a non-handed universal design rim device; and the CRL Jackson 1295 Series, a non-handed wide stile push pad rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors. The Sargent 2828 and 3828 are Grade 1 reversible wide stile devices for 48 inch doors, field-reversed rather than non-handed out of the box. Note that on the 9852 the trim is still ordered right hand reverse or left hand reverse.
20) I need a crossbar or paddle exit device rather than the Von Duprin 9852 push pad. What are the options?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is a push pad style device with a smooth mechanism case. If the specification calls for a crossbar, the Corbin Russwin ED3200 is a Grade 1 48 inch wide stile crossbar rim device for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the CRL Jackson 1095 Series is a 48 inch wide stile crossbar rim panic device in exit only function. The CRL Jackson 1095P is the paddle version of that series, also wide stile and exit only, and the CRL Jackson 1295 Series is a non-handed wide stile push pad device for 1-3/4 inch doors if you want to stay with a pad.
21) The gate has to tie into access control. Which rim exit device should I compare against the Von Duprin 9852 for that?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT reaches access control through field-configurable options: request to exit (RX), latchbolt monitoring (LX), and QEL electric latch retraction, plus CX CHEXIT delayed egress. If you prefer a device supplied electrified from the factory, the SDC S6136 Spectra S6000 Series is a 36 inch electrified architectural rim exit device with a 4 inch wide stile for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors, and the Dormakaba E2103 is a 36 inch electrified rim device furnished with 4908A trim in an 08 classroom function. Both are a different ordering path than adding a switch kit to a mechanical device.
22) Which rim exit devices comparable to the Von Duprin 9852 accept outside lever trim, and which are exit only?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT is ordered as EO exit only, L lever trim, or L-BE lever with blank escutcheon, with the lever design selected from the 06, 01, 02, 03, 05, 07, 17 and 18 options. Among the comparable set, the Corbin Russwin ED5200 (36 inch wide stile) and ED4200 (36 inch narrow stile) are listed exit only or accepting trim. Devices listed exit only include the Corbin Russwin ED2200 36 inch wide stile Grade 1, the Imperial USA ED-501 36 inch wide stile Grade 1, the Falcon 19-R 36 inch narrow stile Grade 1, the Orca OED55 36 inch, and the Detex V4003A wide stile Grade 1, which is a device only build supplied with night latch trim.
23) If I want to standardize a property on one 36 inch wide stile Grade 1 rim device, which brands offer a directly comparable model?
The Von Duprin 9852-3FT sits in the 36 inch wide stile Grade 1 class, so the direct standardization candidates across brands are the BEST Precision 2101 Series 36 inch wide stile rim device, the TownSteel ED1100 36 inch heavy duty Grade 1 wide stile device, the Imperial USA ED-501 36 inch Grade 1 wide stile exit only device, the Corbin Russwin ED2200 36 inch Grade 1 wide stile exit only device, and the Detex 10 Advantex 36 inch wide stile extra heavy duty Grade 1 device. The DORMA 8300 Series is a Grade 1 wide stile panic rim device in the same family. All of these are steel and aluminum door devices rather than wood, matching the 9852-3FT.
24) Which finish holds up best on an outdoor pool gate, satin chrome or dark bronze?
Both finishes offered on the 9852-3FT are built on the same weather-resistant device and trim components, which Von Duprin engineered against corrosive pool cleaners and outdoor climate. 626 satin chrome is the standard commercial look and matches most institutional hardware schedules; 710 dark bronze anodized reads darker and is the usual pick when the fencing and gate frames are bronze or black. Either finish is available with exit only, lever, or lever with blank escutcheon trim.
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  • 4
    Smooth Poolside Exits

    Posted by Peter on Mar 11th 2024

    I wanted to share my thoughts on the Von Duprin 9852/9952 Pool Exit Hardware Device. It's a lifesaver! The smooth operation makes exiting the pool area a breeze, ensuring safety without any hassle. However, installation was a bit tricky and required professional help, which may be a drawback for some DIY enthusiasts. Overall, a reliable choice for pool safety and peace of mind.

  • 5
    Von Duprin 9852/9952 Pool Exit Device

    Posted by Mason on Jun 12th 2024

    Super sturdy and gives peace of mind for pool safety

  • 5
    Easy Access, Secure Exit!

    Posted by Ben on Jun 11th 2024

    It's worth it for the quality and peace of mind it provides.

  • 5
    Making Pool Safety Easy!

    Posted by Emma on Mar 1st 2024

    The Von Duprin 9852/9952 Pool Exit Hardware Device is fantastic. Its durability and ease of use make it perfect for ensuring pool safety. However, the installation process can be a bit complex, requiring professional assistance. Overall, a reliable choice for keeping your pool area secure.

  • 5
    Solid, but with a few quirks

    Posted by Vincent on Sep 19th 2023

    I recently got my hands on the Von Duprin 9852/9952 Pool Exit Hardware Device, and I must say it's a sturdy piece of hardware. The durability is impressive, but the installation instructions could be clearer. Overall, a reliable choice for safety, but be ready to invest some time in setup.

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