Von Duprin 9950WDC-4ft Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Wood Doors, 48" Wide Stile, Grade 1

Von Duprin 9950WDC-4ft Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device for Wood Doors, 48" Wide Stile, Grade 1

Heavy-Duty Grooved Case Concealed Vertical Cable Solution for Single and Double Wood Doors

The Von Duprin 9950WDC-4ft is a 48" wide stile, grooved mechanism case concealed vertical cable exit device engineered specifically for use on single or double wood doors. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed for panic exit hardware, this device delivers institutional-grade performance trusted in schools, hospitals, and government buildings. The 9950WDC features a distinctive grooved case design (distinguishing it from the smooth-case 9850WDC) and is non-handed in standard configuration, accommodating a broad range of installation scenarios. Fasteners are included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" thick, and the device accommodates door thickness of 1-3/4" with a latch throw of 3/4".

Professional Features & Benefits

• 48" Wide Stile Coverage: Designed for 48" (4 ft) door applications with a wide stile push pad configuration, providing reliable egress across high-traffic commercial openings.
• Grooved Mechanism Case: The 9950WDC features a grooved case design for a distinctive architectural profile, differentiating it from the smooth-case 9850WDC while delivering equivalent heavy-duty performance.
• ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 Certified: Meets the highest industry standards for panic exit hardware, ensuring compliance and dependability in institutional and commercial applications.
• Comprehensive Certification Portfolio: Listed to ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated configurations), and CAN/ULC-S132 for broad code compliance across North American jurisdictions.
• Non-Handed Design: Standard configuration is non-handed for simplified specification and installation; handing is only required when SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) options are selected.
• Door Thickness & Fastener Compatibility: Accommodates 1-3/4" door thickness with a 3/4" latch throw; fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4" and 2-1/4" thick.
• Center Case Dimensions: Compact center case measuring 8" x 2-3/4" x 2-3/8" with a product projection of 3-13/16" for a low-profile installation footprint.
• Hex Key Dogging Configuration: Standard hex key dogging allows the latchbolt to be held in the retracted position for push/pull traffic flow during business hours.
• Field-Configurable Options & Retrofit Kits: A variety of field-configurable options are available, including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, and electronic switches (Request to Exit - RX, Latchbolt Monitoring - LX) for access control integration.
• Upgrade Options Available: Compatible with AX (ADA-compliant, 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 delayed egress meeting NFPA and IBC requirements with 15-second delay and nuisance alarm), and XP (patented 2-piece latchbolt design) upgrade configurations.
• Broad Device Type Compatibility: The 98/99 Series platform supports rim devices, 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), wood door concealed vertical cable (50WDC), 1-point concealed vertical cable (52), 3-point latching (57), and mortise lock devices (75).
• Versatile Trim & Function Options: Compatible with 990 pull trim (Classroom - 99TP, Storeroom - 99NL, Dummy - 99DT, Passage - 99TP-BE, Exit Only - 99EO) and 996 lever or knob trim (Classroom, Storeroom, Dummy, Passage) in L and K configurations.

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: 9950WDC-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 (Schools and Universities)
• Healthcare Institutions (Hospitals and Medical Centers)
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
• Retail Establishments

Delayed Egress Compliance

The 9950WDC-4ft is compatible with the CX (CHEXIT) delayed egress upgrade option, which meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress applications. In this configuration, a standard 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 concealed vertical cable exit devices are certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and listed to ANSI/UL 10C, ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104, and CAN/ULC-S132, reflecting a commitment to the highest levels of code compliance and performance. The 98/99 Series platform is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with a breadth of field-configurable options and retrofit kits that allow the hardware to evolve alongside changing facility needs. When dependable, code-compliant panic exit performance on wood doors is essential, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade reliability that commercial door hardware professionals trust.