C-Tec Addressable Compact C-3-8 Ceiling VAD c/w 90dB(A) Sounder - BF451A/CX/SW

C-Tec Addressable Compact C-3-8 Ceiling VAD c/w 90dB(A) Sounder - BF451A/CX/SW

BF451A/CX/SW Compact Addressable Ceiling VAD c/w 90dB(A) Sounder utilises the latest advances in sounder, LED and LED lens technology to provide a truly exceptional C-3-8 fire alarm warning device.

Compatible with C-TEC’s ZFP & XFP range of Apollo XP95/Discovery addressable fire panels, its 550?A quiescent current and low 14mA alarm current (VAD lit, sounder on max) make it one of the most efficient EN54-3/23 compliant sounder/VADs on the market.

Other features include seven selectable volume levels,15 tone pairs, a flash rate of 0.5Hz (once every two seconds) and a group addressing function to ensure the synchronised operation of multiple devices.

Attractively finished in white polycarbonate, the BF451A/CX/SW comes with an integrated sounder VAD/base locking mechanism and a plastic ID tag.

The BF451A/CX/SW can also be used to provide W-2.4-3.5 coverage when mounted on a wall.

Key Features

Third-party certified to EN54-3 (Sounders), EN54-23 (VADs) and 17 (Isolators) by Intertek (pending)

Provides 'C-3-8 light distribution when ceiling mounted (min 0.4 lux over a 3 x 8m cylindrical area)

Can also provide 'W-2.4-3.5' light distribution when wall mounted (min. 0.4 lux over a 2.4 x 3.5m cuboid area)

Impressive 90dB(A) sound output @ 1m

Unique C-TEC designed lens maximises light output whilst minimising current draw

Onboard short-circuit loop isolator

550uA quiescent current

14mA alarm current @24V DC (VAD lit, sounder on max)

Attractively finished in white polycarbonate (light output is white)

Group addressing facility allows multiple devices to be operated simultaneously

7 selectable volume levels and up to 15 selectable tone pairs

Attractive compact design - just 102mm diameter, 63mm deep

Includes an integrated sounder to base locking mechanism

IP21C rated

Low current consumption means multiple devices can be connected to the loop

DIP switch addressed

Simple ‘click and twist’ design and easy-fit base ensures rapid installation time

Also available in a red plastic housing (order code BF451A/CX/SR)