Von Duprin 9849-4ft Wide Stile Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device, 4 ft Smooth Case, Grade 1Heavy-Duty Concealed Vertical Cable Solution for Commercial Metal DoorsThe Von Duprin 9849-4ft is a 4-foot, wide stile concealed vertical cable exit device featuring a smooth mechanism case, engineered for demanding institutional and commercial applications on single or double metal doors. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and UL listed for panic exit hardware, this device delivers the highest level of industry-standard performance. With a 48″ product size, a center case measuring 8″ x 2-3/4″ x 2-3/8″, and a 3/4″ latch throw, the 9849-4ft is designed for wide stile doors and accommodates door thicknesses of 1-3/4″. Fasteners are included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4″ and 2-1/4″ thick, and the device is non-handed except when SD (special dogging) or SS (signal switch) options are specified.Professional Features & BenefitsANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certification: Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1, the highest industry standard, ensuring reliable performance in high-traffic institutional environments.Comprehensive Code Compliance: Meets ANSI/UL 10C (fire-rated configurations), ANSI/UL 305, CAN/ULC-S104 (fire-rated configurations), and CAN/ULC-S132 for broad code compliance across applications.Smooth Mechanism Case Design: The 9849 features a smooth mechanism case (distinguished from the grooved 9949 case), providing a clean architectural aesthetic suited for schools, hospitals, and government buildings.Wide Stile Construction: Engineered specifically for wide stile doors with a center case of 8″ x 2-3/4″ x 2-3/8″ and a product projection of 3-13/16″, ensuring proper fit and secure operation.Precise Latch and Door Specifications: Features a 3/4″ latch throw and accommodates 1-3/4″ door thickness; product size is 48″ (4 ft) for full-width coverage.Non-Handed Versatility: Non-handed design simplifies specification and installation across a wide range of door configurations, except when SD or SS options are selected.Field-Configurable Options: A variety of field-configurable options are available, including hex key dogging, retrofit kits (CDSI/HDSI, QEL), and electronic switches (Request to Exit RX, Latchbolt Monitoring LX) for integration with access control systems.Retrofit and Upgrade Ready: Compatible with retrofit kits including CDSI/HDSI security dogging indicators, QEL electronic latch retraction, AX accessible device upgrade (certified to 5 lb. force ADA requirements), CX CHEXIT delayed egress, and XP patented 2-piece latchbolt design.Included Fasteners: Fasteners included for wood or metal doors 1-3/4″ and 2-1/4″ thick, streamlining installation across common door types.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 – Concealed Vertical RodSubcategory: Concealed Vertical Rod Exit DevicesLatch Throw: 3/4″Commercial/Residential: CommercialStile Type: Wide StileCenter Case Dimensions: 8″ x 2-3/4″ x 2-3/8″MAP Policy: YesProduct Model: 9849-4ftDoor Hand Direction: Non-HandedDoor Thickness Range: 1-3/4″Product Size: 48″Dogging Configuration: Hex Key DoggingFire Rating: NoProduct Projection: 3-13/16″Product Style: Push PadsProduct Category: Exit Devices and TrimDepartment: Door HardwareProfessional ApplicationsPublic and Private Educational Facilities (Schools and Universities)Healthcare Institutions and HospitalsGovernment and Municipal BuildingsCommercial Office BuildingsIndustrial and Warehouse FacilitiesMulti-Tenant Residential and Mixed-Use PropertiesRetail and Institutional Establishments Requiring Panic Exit ComplianceDelayed Egress ComplianceThe 9849-4ft is compatible with the CX CHEXIT upgrade option, which meets NFPA and IBC requirements for delayed egress. When configured with CHEXIT, the device keeps doors secure for 15 seconds after a request to exit while a nuisance alarm sounds, providing code-compliant delayed egress functionality for applicable facilities.Why Choose Von Duprin Quality?Von Duprin concealed vertical cable exit devices are engineered to the highest industry standards, with the 9849-4ft certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.3 2014 Grade 1 and listed under ANSI/UL 305 and CAN/ULC-S132 for broad compliance across commercial and institutional applications. The 98/99 Series is purpose-built for high-use and high-abuse environments including schools, hospitals, and government facilities, with a breadth of field-configurable options and retrofit kits to keep pace with evolving technology. When dependable panic exit performance and long-term adaptability are essential, Von Duprin delivers the professional-grade reliability that demanding commercial applications require.