Von Duprin 9948F-4ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device, Wide Stile Grooved Case, 48", Less Dogging

Von Duprin 9948F-4ft Fire Rated Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device, Wide Stile Grooved Case, 48", Less Dogging

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

The Von Duprin 9948F-4ft is a fire-rated concealed vertical rod exit device from the renowned 98/99 Series, engineered for demanding institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Featuring a distinctive grooved mechanism case and wide stile push pad design, this 48" device is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed for fire exit hardware (ANSI/UL 10C), ensuring compliance with the most rigorous industry standards. The device accommodates 1-3/4" thick doors and is non-handed for flexible installation, with a 3/4" latch throw and a center case measuring 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8". Fasteners are included 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 fire and life safety codes.
• 48" Wide Stile Grooved Case Design: The 9948-F features a grooved mechanism case on a 48" wide stile push pad platform, providing a distinctive architectural profile suited to high-traffic institutional openings.
• Door Compatibility: Designed for 1-3/4" thick commercial doors with a non-handed configuration, making it suitable for a broad range of single, double, and double egress door applications without handing restrictions (except when the SS signal switch option is used).
• Latch & Hardware Specifications: Delivers a 3/4" latch throw with a center case dimension of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" and a product projection of 3-13/16", engineered for reliable latching performance in high-use environments.
• Included Fasteners: Comes complete with fasteners for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick, simplifying installation across common commercial door preparations.
• Less Dogging Configuration: Supplied in a less dogging configuration, appropriate for fire-rated openings where dogging is not permitted per fire code requirements.
• Field-Configurable Options & Retrofit Capability: A broad range of field-configurable options is available, including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, request-to-exit (RX) and latchbolt monitoring (LX) electronic switches, and retrofit kits to keep pace with evolving technology.
• Upgrade Options: Compatible with AX (ADA-compliant, certified to meet 5 lb. force requirements per 2010 ADA Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934 and 2013 California Building Code Chapter 11B-309.4), CX (CHEXIT delayed egress meeting NFPA and IBC requirements with 15-second delay), and XP (patented 2-piece latchbolt design) upgrade paths.
• Comprehensive Trim & Function Options: Compatible with 990 pull trim and 996 lever or knob trim in Classroom, Storeroom, Dummy, Passage, and Exit Only functions, with many lever and finish choices available through the 98/99 Series catalog.

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"
• Wood Door Compatible: No
• MAP Policy: Yes
• Product Model: 9948F-4ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 48"
• 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

• Educational Facilities and Schools
• Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
• Retail Establishments Requiring Fire-Rated Egress Hardware

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin concealed vertical rod exit devices are built to the highest industry standards, certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed under ANSI/UL 10C for fire exit hardware, as well as ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132. The 98/99 Series is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional applications, offering a breadth of field-configurable options, retrofit kits, and upgrade paths to meet the evolving needs of any facility. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable fire-rated egress performance is essential.