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Discovery Heat Detector

Discovery Heat Detector

Discovery Heat Detector

Product catalog summary
Overview
The VF5602-0M Discovery Heat Detector is designed with a common profile similar to ionization and photo smoke detectors. It features a low air flow resistance case made of self-extinguishing white polycarbonate. This analog addressable thermal sensor is optimized for use with Elite addressable fire alarm control panels, utilizing advanced technology for high effectiveness.

Operation
The detector uses a single thermistor to measure air temperature, producing a voltage output that varies with temperature. The design ensures a linear response from 50°F to 176°F. Depending on the selected response mode, the signal is processed and converted to an analog output. Detectors with an 'R' suffix have a rate of rise characteristic, suitable for environments with low ambient temperatures, while 'S' suffix detectors are ideal for areas with rapid temperature changes, like kitchens.

Standard Features
  • Compatible with Elite and Elite RS-M Control Panels
  • Five operating modes
  • Fits into addressable 4” or 6” E-Z Fit bases
  • Addressable sounder alarm base
  • Address set by X-Pert card, stored in base
  • User memory and alarm flag for fast reporting
  • Fixed point or rate of rise function

Heat Detector Response Modes
There are five modes with varying alarm temperatures and profiles, ranging from 135°F to 200°F, with fixed and rate of rise options.

Engineering Specification
The VF5602-0M thermal sensor is UL listed and compatible with Elite addressable fire alarm control panels. It features a twist-lock mounting base allowing sensor head interchange without additional wiring or programming. An integral LED latches on during an alarm.

Technical Specifications
  • Alarm current: 3.4mA with LED illuminated
  • Radioactive isotope: Americium 241
  • Operating voltage: 17-28 VDC
  • Max continuous operating temp: 140°F
  • Min continuous operating temp: 32°F
  • Min operating temp: -4°F (no condensation/icing)
  • Storage temperature: -22°F to 176°F
  • Detector weight: 2.3 oz; with base: 3.5 oz
  • Dimensions: Diameter 3.94”, Height 1.65”, Height in base 1.96”

Ordering Codes
  • VF5602-0M: Heat Detector
  • VF5630-0M: 4” Mounting Base
  • VF5633-0M: Isolator Base
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Catalog excerpts

Discovery Heat Detector-1

Discovery Heat Detector: VF5602-0M SLC Devices USCG Type Approved 161.002/A53/0 Standard Features - Compatible with Elite and Elite RS-M Control Panels - 5 operating modes - Fits into addressable 4” bases or 6” E-Z Fit bases - Addressable sounder alarm base - Address is set by X-Pert card and stored in base - User memory - Alarm flag for fast alarm reporting - Fixed point or rate of rise function The VF5602-0M Discovery Heat Detector has a common profile with the ionization and photo smoke detector, but has a low air flow resistance case made of self extinguishing white polycarbonate. Bases and cards are not included with detectors, please order separately. Fixed/ROR Profile Heat Detector response modes Fireboy-Xintex, Inc. O-379 Lake Michigan Drive Grand Rapids, MI 49534 . 616.735.9380 The VF5602-0M Analog Addressable Thermal Sensors are designed to provide the highest effectiveness by utilizing the latest technology. The sensor is designed for operation with the Elite addressable fire alarm control panels. Operation The VF5602-0M Heat Detector uses a single thermistor to sense the air temperature at the detector position. The thermistor is connected in a resistor network, which produces a voltage output dependent on the temperature. The design of the resistor network, together with processing algorithm in the microcontroller, gives an approximately linear characteristic from 50°F to 176°F. This line-arised signal is further processed, depending on the response mode selected, and converted to an analog output. A detector may be given an “R” or “S” suffix. The “R” suffix indicated that the detector has been shown to have a rate of rise characteristic. Such a detector will still give a rapid response even when starting from an ambient temperature well below its typical application temperature. This type of detector is therefore suitable for areas such as unheated warehouses in which ambient temperature may be very low for long periods. The “S” suffix indicates that the detector will not respond below its minimum static response temperature even when exposed to high rates of rise of air temperature. This type is therefore suitable for areas such as kitchens and boiler rooms where large, rapid temperature changes are considered normal. Fireboy-Xintex, Ltd Unit 10 Holton Road, Holton Industrial Estate Poole, Dorset BH166LT UK . 44 (0) 845 389 9462

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Engineering Specification The thermal sensor shall be VF5602-0M, where indicated on the plans, with one of the several addressable mounting base options available. The combination sensor head and twist-lock mounting base shall be UL listed and UL Listed as compatible with the Elite addressable fire alarm control panels. The base shall permit free interchange of sensor heads without requiring any additional wiring or additional programming of the head or base. The sensor shall contain an integral LED that shall latch in when the unit goes into alarm. Technical Specifications Alarm current: LED...

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