Von Duprin 9948-4ft 4 ft Grooved Case Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device

Von Duprin 9948-4ft 4 ft Grooved Case Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device

Heavy-Duty Concealed Vertical Rod Exit Device for Institutional and Commercial Applications

The Von Duprin 9948-4ft is a 48" wide stile concealed vertical rod exit device featuring the distinctive grooved mechanism case of the 99 Series, engineered for demanding institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and UL listed for panic exit hardware, this device is designed for use on single or double metal doors with 86 or 161 cutouts. The non-handed design simplifies installation, and the device accommodates doors 1-3/4" thick with a 3/4" latch throw and a center case measuring 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8", with a product projection of 3-13/16". Fasteners are included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick.

Professional Features & Benefits

• 48" Wide Stile Coverage: Designed for 48" wide stile doors, providing full-width push pad coverage for reliable egress in high-traffic institutional applications.
• Grooved Mechanism Case: The 99 Series grooved case design distinguishes this device architecturally from the smooth 98 Series, offering a refined aesthetic for commercial and institutional settings.
• Precise Dimensional Specifications: Center case dimensions of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" with a 3/4" latch throw and 3-13/16" product projection ensure accurate door preparation and a clean installed profile.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, the highest industry standard, along with ANSI/UL 305, ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated configurations), and CAN/ULC-S132 for comprehensive compliance.
• Non-Handed Design: The concealed vertical rod device is non-handed except when SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) options are selected, simplifying specification and inventory management.
• Hex Key Dogging Configuration: Standard hex key dogging allows the latchbolt to be held in the retracted position for high-traffic periods, with field-configurable options available.
• Retrofit and Upgrade Ready: Compatible with a broad range of retrofit kits including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (RX request-to-exit, LX latchbolt monitoring) to keep pace with evolving access control technology.
• Broad Device Type Compatibility: The 98/99 Series platform supports rim, surface-mounted vertical rod (27), concealed vertical rod with 5/8" bottom bolt (47), concealed vertical rod with 1-1/2" bottom bolt (48), concealed vertical cable (49), 1-point concealed vertical cable (52), 3-point latching (57), and mortise lock (75) configurations.
• ADA and Delayed Egress Options: Available with AX accessible device 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; CX CHEXIT option meets NFPA and IBC delayed egress requirements with 15-second door hold and nuisance alarm.

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: 9948-4ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 48"
• 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

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

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin concealed vertical rod exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 9948-4ft certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed under ANSI/UL 305, ANSI/UL 10C, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132 for comprehensive compliance across commercial and institutional applications. The 98/99 Series platform is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse environments, offering a broad range of field-configurable options, retrofit kits, and upgrade paths to meet the evolving needs of any facility. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable panic egress performance and code compliance are essential.