Von Duprin 9947WDC-F-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device for Wood Doors, Wide Stile, Less Dogging, 36"

Von Duprin 9947WDC-F-3ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device for Wood Doors, Wide Stile, Less Dogging, 36"

Heavy-Duty Fire-Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Hardware for Institutional Wood Door Applications

The Von Duprin 9947WDC-F-3ft is a Grade 1, fire-rated concealed vertical rod exit device from the renowned 98/99 Series, engineered specifically for wood door applications requiring dependable life-safety performance. Featuring a distinctive grooved mechanism case and wide stile push pad design, this 36" device is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed for fire exit hardware per ANSI/UL 10C, making it a trusted solution for schools, hospitals, and government facilities. The 9947WDC-F is non-handed (except when the SS signal switch option is used), offering installation flexibility, and includes fasteners for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Fire-Rated Certification: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed under ANSI/UL 10C for fire exit hardware, as well as CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated), ANSI/UL 305, and CAN/ULC-S132, ensuring full compliance with life-safety code requirements.
• Wood Door Concealed Vertical Rod Design: The 47WDC configuration is purpose-built for wood door concealed vertical rod applications, providing a clean, concealed installation with a 3/4" latch throw for secure latching performance.
• Grooved Mechanism Case (99 Series): The 9947WDC-F features the distinctive grooved case of the 99 Series, differentiating it architecturally from the smooth-case 9847WDC-F while delivering identical heavy-duty performance.
• Wide Stile Push Pad Construction: Designed as a wide stile, heavy-duty push pad device for demanding institutional environments, with a center case dimension of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" and a product projection of 3-13/16".
• Door Thickness & Fastener Compatibility: Accommodates doors 1-3/4" thick; fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick, simplifying installation across common commercial door specifications.
• Non-Handed Versatility: The device is non-handed except when the SS (signal switch) option is selected, reducing inventory requirements and simplifying specification for multi-door projects.
• Field-Configurable Options & Retrofit Capability: A broad range of field-configurable options is available, including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (Request to Exit RX, Latchbolt Monitoring LX). Retrofit kits allow the device to keep pace with evolving technology without full replacement.
• ADA & Delayed Egress Upgrade Paths: Optional AX upgrade meets the 5 lb. force requirements of the 2010 ADA (Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934) and 2013 California Building Code (Chapter 11B-309.4). Optional CX (CHEXIT) meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress, securing doors for 15 seconds after a request to exit while a nuisance alarm sounds.
• XP Latchbolt Option: The patented XP 2-piece latchbolt design is available for 98/99 Series panic and fire applications, providing enhanced latching reliability.

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: 9947WDC-F-3ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 36"
• Dogging Configuration: Less 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 Requiring Fire-Rated Egress
• Institutional Facilities with High-Use and High-Abuse Requirements

Delayed Egress Compliance

The Von Duprin 9947WDC-F-3ft supports an optional CX (CHEXIT) upgrade that meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress applications. When configured with this option, the 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 98/99 Series exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed for fire exit hardware under ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104, making them the trusted choice for schools, hospitals, and government buildings where life-safety performance is non-negotiable. The 9947WDC-F-3ft delivers a broad breadth of field-configurable options and retrofit kit compatibility, ensuring the device can adapt to evolving facility technology requirements over its service life. When dependable, code-compliant fire-rated egress hardware is essential, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade reliability that institutional applications demand.