CAST Sounder & C Class VAD Base
Summary
The CAST C-3-8 Base VAD with 92dB(A) Sounder (Part No. CA456A/W) is a highly effective fire alarm device designed for ceiling-mounted applications. This unit combines visual and audible alerts, ensuring comprehensive coverage in emergency situations. It is LPCB certified to EN54-3, 23 & 17, providing assurance of compliance with essential fire safety standards.
Featuring a ‘C-3-8’ rated light distribution, this device is ideal for various environments, delivering impressive sound output of 92dB(A) at 1m. The onboard short-circuit loop isolator enhances reliability, while the group addressing facility allows for simultaneous operation of multiple devices.
Features
- LPCB certified to EN54-3, 23 & 17 and Kiwa Telefication certified to EN54-13
- 12.5mA typical alarm current at 27-40V DC
- Group addressing facility for simultaneous operation of multiple devices
- IP21C rated for indoor use
- Optional BF330CTLIDW white or BF330CTLIDR red cap available for stand-alone use
- Polling indicator with red LED
- Operating temperature range of -10ºC to +55ºC
Specifications
- Approvals/certifications : LPCB certified to EN54-3, 17 & 23 and Kiwa Telefication certified to EN54-13
- Protocol/compatibility : Compatible with C-TEC’s CAST protocol Addressable Fire Panels
- Application/operation : Designed to be ceiling mounted – either stand-alone with a red or white cap or as part of a stacked
Sounder/VAD/Detector Base combination - VAD category & coverage : C-3-8
- Flash rate & colour: 0.5Hz / White.
- Supply/operating voltage: 27 to 40V DC.
- Quiescent current : 470µA typical
- Nominal SPL (Sound Pressure Level) : 92dB(A) when set to tone 1
- Alarm current : 12.5mA 27 to 40V DC (typical, VAD lit, Sounder on max)
- Indicators : Polling (red LED)
- Product dimensions (mm) : 122mm diameter x 46mm deep (not including optional CAST detector and base)
- IP Rating : IP21C (Type A)
- Weight : 170g
- Operating conditions/temperature: -10ºC to +55ºC. Max. 95% RH (Non-condensing)
Downloads
- Datasheet (Adobe PDF)