R100 Surface Mount Base & Weatherproof Assembly
Description
This product is pending release and is expected to be available in 2026
Summary
The Zeta R100-SM/WP is an outdoor back box assembly specifically designed to upgrade the R100 addressable sounder and sounder beacon range from indoor to outdoor use. This weatherproof enclosure transforms the standard R100-SA sounder and R100-SBA sounder beacon from Type A indoor devices into Type B outdoor devices, expanding their installation possibilities to external locations while maintaining full functionality and protection.
Available as an optional add-on accessory, the R100-SM/WP back box provides enhanced environmental protection, upgrading the IP rating from IP21C (indoor standard) to IP33C (outdoor rated). This weatherproof solution ensures reliable operation of R100 devices in external environments exposed to rain, dust, and varying weather conditions, while maintaining the operating temperature range of -25°C to 70°C.
The outdoor back box features two threaded 20mm cable entry points, providing secure and weatherproof connections for loop wiring. This design ensures proper cable management and maintains the weatherproof integrity of the installation. When fitted with the R100-SM/WP, the overall dimensions of the R100-SA increase from 100x100x103mm to 120x120x118mm, while the R100-SBA expands from 100x100x106mm to 120x120x124mm, accommodating the additional weatherproofing materials and cable entry system.
Features
- Outdoor weatherproof back box for R100 range
- Upgrades R100-SA and R100-SBA to outdoor use
- Transforms Type A indoor devices to Type B outdoor devices
- IP33C weatherproof rating for external installation
- Upgrades from standard IP21C indoor rating
- Two threaded 20mm cable entry points
- Secure weatherproof cable connections
- Proper cable management system
- Compatible with R100-SA sounder
- Compatible with R100-SBA sounder beacon
- Maintains full device functionality outdoors
- Supports operating temperature range -25°C to 70°C
- Supports max humidity 95% RH non-condensing
- Optional add-on accessory (not included as standard)
- Surface mount installation
- Increases overall device dimensions for weatherproofing
- Red and grey colour scheme to match R100 devices
- Flame retardant construction
- Easy retrofit to existing R100 devices
FAQs
What is the R100-SM/WP back box used for?
The R100-SM/WP is an outdoor weatherproof back box assembly designed to upgrade R100 addressable sounders (R100-SA) and sounder beacons (R100-SBA) for outdoor installation. It transforms these devices from Type A indoor use to Type B outdoor use by providing enhanced environmental protection with an IP33C weatherproof rating instead of the standard IP21C indoor rating.
Is the R100-SM/WP included with the R100-SA or R100-SBA?
No, the R100-SM/WP outdoor back box is an optional add-on accessory that must be purchased separately. The R100-SA and R100-SBA devices come as standard with an indoor shallow back box suitable for indoor use only with rear wiring entry. The outdoor back box must be ordered separately when outdoor installation is required.
What is the difference between the standard back box and the R100-SM/WP?
The standard back box included with R100 devices is a shallow indoor back box with rear wiring entry, rated IP21C for indoor use only (Type A). The R100-SM/WP outdoor back box is weatherproof rated IP33C for outdoor use (Type B), features two threaded 20mm cable entry points for secure weatherproof connections, and has larger dimensions to accommodate the additional weatherproofing materials.
How does the R100-SM/WP affect the device dimensions?
When fitted with the R100-SM/WP outdoor back box, the overall dimensions increase to provide weatherproof protection. For the R100-SA sounder, dimensions increase from 100x100x103mm (indoor) to 120x120x118mm (outdoor). For the R100-SBA sounder beacon, dimensions increase from 100x100x106mm (indoor) to 120x120x124mm (outdoor).
What cable entry options does the R100-SM/WP provide?
The R100-SM/WP outdoor back box features two threaded 20mm cable entry points. These threaded entries provide secure, weatherproof connections for loop wiring, ensuring proper cable management while maintaining the IP33C weatherproof integrity of the installation.
Can the R100-SM/WP be retrofitted to existing R100 devices?
Yes, the R100-SM/WP outdoor back box can be retrofitted to existing R100-SA sounders and R100-SBA sounder beacons to upgrade them for outdoor use. This allows installations to be adapted if indoor devices need to be relocated to outdoor positions, or if outdoor protection becomes necessary due to changing site requirements.
What environmental conditions can the R100-SM/WP withstand?
With the R100-SM/WP outdoor back box, R100 devices maintain their operating temperature range of -25°C to 70°C and can operate in humidity levels up to 95% RH non-condensing. The IP33C rating provides protection against rain, dust, and general outdoor environmental conditions, making it suitable for external installations on building exteriors.
Does fitting the R100-SM/WP affect device performance?
No, the R100-SM/WP outdoor back box does not affect the performance specifications of the R100-SA or R100-SBA devices. The sounder output remains 100dB +/- 3dB, all 16 tones are still available, the 4 volume settings function the same, and for the R100-SBA, all 8 VAD settings with their respective coverage areas remain unchanged. The outdoor back box purely provides weatherproof housing without impacting functionality.
Specifications
- Product Name: R100-SM/WP Outdoor Back Box Assembly
- Product Type: Weatherproof outdoor back box
- Manufacturer: Zeta Alarms Limited
- Purpose: Upgrades R100 range for outdoor use
- Compatible Devices: R100-SA, R100-SBA
- Ip Rating: IP33C (outdoor)
- Standard Indoor Ip Rating: IP21C
- Type Classification: Upgrades from Type A (indoor) to Type B (outdoor)
- Cable Entry Points: 2 x threaded 20mm
- Cable Entry Type: Threaded weatherproof connections
- Mounting Type: Surface mount
- Operating Temperature: -25°C to 70°C
- Max Humidity: 95% RH Non-Condensing
- Material: Flame retardant construction
- Colour Scheme: Red & Grey (matching R100 devices)
- Outdoor Size With R100-sa (hxwxd In Mm): 120x120x118
- Outdoor Size With R100-sba (hxwxd In Mm): 120x120x124
- Indoor Size R100-sa (hxwxd In Mm): 100x100x103
- Indoor Size R100-sba (hxwxd In Mm): 100x100x106
- Included As Standard: No (optional add-on)
- Standard Back Box Type: Shallow indoor with rear wiring entry
- Installation Method: Retrofit or new installation
- Environmental Protection: Weatherproof for outdoor use
Downloads
- Datasheet (Adobe PDF)
