Von Duprin 9949F Fire Rated 4 ft Grooved Case Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device

Von Duprin 9949F Fire Rated 4 ft Grooved Case Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device

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

The Von Duprin 9949F is a fire rated, 4-foot grooved case wide stile concealed vertical cable exit device engineered for demanding institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Part of the renowned 98/99 Series, the 9949F features a distinctive grooved mechanism case and is designed for use on single or double metal doors. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and listed to ANSI/UL 10C for fire-rated applications, this device delivers the highest level of code compliance and performance. The device accommodates a 48" product size with a 3/4" latch throw and fits doors 1-3/4" thick, with fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Fire-Rated Certification: Listed to ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 for fire-rated applications, ensuring full compliance with fire and life safety codes in commercial and institutional buildings.
• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, the highest industry standard, as well as ANSI/UL 305 and CAN/ULC-S132 for comprehensive code compliance.
• Grooved Case Wide Stile Design: The 9949 features a grooved mechanism case with wide stile heavy-duty push pads, providing an architectural distinction and robust construction suited for high-traffic institutional use.
• Non-Handed Configuration: The concealed vertical cable device is non-handed, simplifying specification and installation except when SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) options are selected.
• Precise Dimensional Specifications: Center case dimensions of 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" with a 3-13/16" product projection and 3/4" latch throw, sized for 48" door applications with 1-3/4" door thickness.
• Hex Key Dogging: Equipped with hex key dogging for convenient holdback functionality in appropriate non-fire-rated applications, supporting flexible facility management.
• Field-Configurable Options: A broad range of field-configurable options and retrofit kits are available, including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (Request to Exit and Latchbolt Monitoring) for access control integration.
• ADA and Delayed Egress Upgrade Paths: Optional AX upgrade meets 5 lb. force ADA requirements (2010 ADA Chapters 404.2.7 and 30934, 2013 California Building Code Chapter 11B-309.4); optional CX (CHEXIT) meets NFPA and IBC delayed egress requirements with 15-second door hold and nuisance alarm.
• Included Fasteners: Fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick, supporting straightforward installation across common door constructions.

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: 9949F-4ft
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Product Size: 48"
• Dogging Configuration: Hex Key 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 (Hospitals and Medical Centers)
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential and Mixed-Use Properties
• Retail Establishments Requiring Fire-Rated Egress Compliance

Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?

Von Duprin exit devices are engineered to meet the highest industry standards, with the 9949F Series certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed to ANSI/UL 10C and CAN/ULC-S104 for fire-rated performance. The 98/99 Series is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments, offering a breadth of field-configurable options and retrofit kits to adapt to evolving facility needs. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable, code-compliant performance is essential.