Von Duprin 9857-F/9957-F-3 Surface Three-Point Latch Fire Exit Device, 36" Wide Stile, Grade 1
UL Listed Three-Point Latching Fire Exit Hardware for Institutional and Commercial Applications
The Von Duprin 9857-F/9957-F-3 is a surface-mounted three-point latch fire exit device engineered for demanding institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Part of the heavy-duty 98/99 Series wide stile push pad family, this device is UL listed for fire exit hardware per ANSI/UL 10C and certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards. Designed for 36" doors with a door thickness of 1-3/4", the device features a deadlocking anti-friction top and bottom bolt with a 5/8" throw and a deadlocking rim bolt with a 3/4" throw, delivering robust three-point latching security. The 9857-F model features a smooth mechanism case while the 9957-F features a grooved mechanism case, offering architectural flexibility within the same platform.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Three-Point Latching Security: Deadlocking anti-friction top and bottom bolt with 5/8" throw and deadlocking rim bolt with 3/4" throw provide superior door engagement and fire-rated security performance.
- Door Size & Thickness Compatibility: Designed for 36" doors with 1-3/4" door thickness; fasteners included for both wood and metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick.
- Wide Stile Heavy-Duty Push Pad Construction: Built for high-use and high-abuse institutional applications with a wide stile design and center case dimensions of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" and a product projection of 3-13/16".
- ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 certification, ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated), and CAN/ULC-S132 for the highest industry compliance standards.
- Non-Handed Design: The three-point latch device is non-handed for simplified installation and inventory management, except when SS (signal switch) or WS (windstorm) options are specified.
- Field-Selectable Functions: Product function is field selectable among EO, DT, and NL configurations; TP, K, or L functions are enabled by removing the NL drive screw from the device.
- Dual Architectural Case Styles: The 9857-F smooth mechanism case and 9957-F grooved mechanism case allow specification flexibility to match facility aesthetic requirements.
- Retrofit & Upgrade Ready: Compatible with a broad range of retrofit options including CDSI/HDSI dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, RX/LX electronic switches, AX accessible device upgrade, CX delayed egress (CHEXIT), and XP patented 2-piece latchbolt design.
- Vertical Rod and Latch Guard Compatibility: Vertical rod and latch guards are available to protect the bottom rod from damage caused by impacts from carts or gurneys passing through doors.
Technical Specifications
- Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
- Series: 98 & 99 Series
- Grade: Grade 1
- Fasteners: Included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick
- Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
- Product Type: Exit Devices - Three-Point Latch
- Subcategory: Surface Three-Point Latch Exit Devices
- Latch Throw: Deadlocking anti-friction top and bottom bolt, 5/8" throw, Deadlocking rim bolt, 3/4" throw
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Stile Type: Wide Stile
- Center Case Dimensions: 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8"
- MAP Policy: Yes
- Product Function: EO/DT/NL (field selectable). For TP, K or L remove NL drive screw from device.
- Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
- Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
- Product Size: 36"
- 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 Establishments Requiring Fire-Rated Exit Compliance
Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?
Von Duprin fire exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 9857-F/9957-F-3 certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, UL listed per ANSI/UL 10C for fire exit hardware, and compliant with ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132. The 98/99 Series wide stile heavy-duty push pad platform is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities. With field-selectable functions, broad retrofit compatibility, and a non-handed design, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade reliability and flexibility that demanding commercial applications require.
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Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Series:
- 98 & 99 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Fasteners:
- Included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick
- Product Subgroup:
- Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
- Product Type:
- Exit Devices - Three-Point Latch
- Subcategory:
- Surface Three-Point Latch Exit Devices
- Latch Throw:
- Deadlocking anti-friction top and bottom bolt, 5/8 throw, Deadlocking rim bolt, 3/4" throw"
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Stile Type:
- Wide Stile
- Center Case Dimensions:
- 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8"
- MAP Policy:
- Yes
- Product Function:
- EO/DT/NL (field selectable). For TP, K or L remove NL drive screw from device.
- Door Hand Direction:
- Non-Handed
- Door Thickness Range:
- 1-3/4"
- Product Size:
- 36"
- Fire Rating:
- Yes
- Product Projection:
- 3-13/16"
- Product Style:
- Push Pads
- Product Category:
- Exit Devices and Trim
- Department:
- Door Hardware