Von Duprin 9927-3ft Grooved Case Wide Stile Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, 36″ Non-Handed, Grade 1Heavy-Duty Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device for Institutional and Commercial ApplicationsThe Von Duprin 9927-3ft is a 36″ wide stile surface-mounted vertical rod exit device featuring the distinctive grooved mechanism case of the 99 Series. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 standards and UL listed for panic exit hardware, this device is engineered for demanding institutional environments including schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Designed for single or double doors with a door thickness of 1-3/4″, the 9927-3ft is non-handed (except when select options are applied) and compatible with hollow metal doors featuring 86 or 161 cutouts. The center case measures 8″ x 2-3/4″ x 2-3/8″ with a 3/4″ latch throw and a product projection of 3-13/16″, delivering reliable, code-compliant egress performance.Professional Features & Benefits36″ Wide Stile Coverage: Sized at 36″ (3 ft) for wide stile door applications, providing full-width push pad coverage for high-traffic commercial and institutional doors.Grooved Mechanism Case: The 9927 features the signature grooved case design of the 99 Series, offering an architectural aesthetic that distinguishes it from the smooth-case 9827/98 Series counterpart.ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 Certified: Meets the highest industry performance standards, with additional certifications including ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated configurations), and CAN/ULC-S132 for broad code compliance.Door Thickness & Fastener Compatibility: Fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4″ and 2-1/4″ thick, supporting straightforward installation across common door constructions.Non-Handed Design: The surface vertical rod device is non-handed except when SD (special dogging), SS (signal switch), or WS (tornado/hurricane) options are specified, maximizing installation flexibility.Hex Key Dogging Configuration: Standard hex key dogging allows the latchbolt to be held in the retracted position for push/pull traffic flow, a practical feature for high-use commercial environments.Extensive Field-Configurable Options: Retrofit kits and upgrade options available including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, RX (request to exit) and LX (latchbolt monitoring) electronic switches, AX accessible device upgrade (certified to 5 lb. force ADA requirements), CX CHEXIT delayed egress (15-second delay per NFPA and IBC), and XP patented 2-piece latchbolt design.Vertical Rod and Latch Guard Accessories: Optional vertical rod and latch guards available to protect the bottom rod from damage caused by carts or gurneys passing through doors.Hollow Metal Door Compatibility: Covers stock hollow metal doors with 86 or 161 cutouts for broad compatibility with standard commercial door preparations.Technical SpecificationsSeries: 98 & 99 SeriesGrade: Grade 1Fasteners: Included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4″ and 2-1/4″ thickProduct Group: Exit Devices and TrimProduct Subgroup: Exit Devices – Vertical RodProduct Type: Exit Devices – Surface Vertical RodSubcategory: Surface Vertical Rod Exit DevicesLatch Throw: 3/4″Commercial/Residential: CommercialStile Type: Wide StileCenter Case Dimensions: 8″ x 2-3/4″ x 2-3/8″Wood Door Compatible: NoMAP Policy: YesProduct Model: 9927-3ftCollection: 99 SeriesDoor Hand Direction: Non-HandedDoor Thickness Range: 1-3/4″Product Size: 36″Dogging Configuration: Hex Key DoggingFire Rating: NoProduct Projection: 3-13/16″Product Style: Push PadsProduct Category: Exit Devices and TrimDepartment: Door HardwareProfessional ApplicationsEducational Facilities (Schools and Universities)Healthcare Institutions (Hospitals and Medical Centers)Government and Municipal BuildingsCommercial Office BuildingsIndustrial and Warehouse FacilitiesMulti-Tenant Residential PropertiesRetail EstablishmentsDelayed Egress ComplianceThe 9927-3ft is compatible with the CX CHEXIT delayed egress upgrade option, which meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress applications. When configured with CHEXIT, 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 exit management.Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?Von Duprin 98/99 Series exit devices are certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, the highest industry performance standard, and carry UL listings including ANSI/UL 10C and ANSI/UL 305 for broad code compliance across commercial and institutional applications. The 9927-3ft is engineered for high use and abuse in demanding environments such as schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with a comprehensive range of field-configurable retrofit and upgrade options to keep pace with evolving technology and security requirements. When dependable, code-compliant egress performance is essential, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade reliability that architects, specifiers, and facility managers trust.