Bosch FCP-500, FCP-500-C Brochure

FCP-500 Series
Flush Mount Smoke Detectors

The art of invisible smoke detection

Fitting in anywhere

The FCP-500 Series smoke detectors have the
lowest mounting profile in the industry so it nearly
disappears when installed in the ceiling. In
addition, the FCP-500 comes in standard white and
a clear plastic model with 16 color-matching rings
so it virtually disappears while it works. Where
appearance and interior design are important
considerations, this smoke detector – a Bosch
exclusive – is the hands down favorite.

Technology rules

The FCP-500 Series is available as smoke-only
detectors as well as a multi-criteria detector with a
carbon monoxide (CO) sensor. Best of all is the
technology inside the FCP-500. The CO element
automatically shifts the sensitivity of the detector
based on the presence of CO. In addition, the
FCP-500’s lens and software prevent the detector
from reacting to stray light and the patent-pending
anti-masking feature tells the panel if the detector
lens gets covered and blocks operation. Bosch also
equips the FCP-500 Series with a unique patented
chamber design and improved contamination
detection that keeps it detecting accurately for
months at a time. The advanced technology inside
the FCP-500 means that you get better fire
detection with a greatly reduced occurrence of
false alarms.

Optional CO sensitivity

Because carbon monoxide is always present and
detectable earlier in a fire, Bosch offers the FCP­500-C models which detect CO as well as smoke.
Under normal conditions, the detector signals an
alarm when air contamination reaches
approximately 8%. Less innovative detectors
routinely trigger false alarms at lower levels of
contamination. If the FCP-500-C detects CO, it
automatically increases sensitivity to catch the
alarm. This selective sensitivity to smoke lets it
nearly eliminate unwanted alarms while alerting
rapidly in real fire conditions. You get reliable alarm
signals you can trust.

Low maintenance, simple testing

The unique flat plate virtual chamber design means
there is less dust contamination and improved
alarm accuracy in environments with lots of air
borne particles. When the face plate lens does get
dirty, the internal contamination sensor
automatically tells your control panel that cleaning
is required – which is as easy as wiping the flat
face plate off with a soft cloth. That’s all the
routine maintenance it requires.

The FCP-500 also features a time-saving function
and calibration magnet test. Rather than using
cumbersome and expensive test devices, the
detector function and calibration can be checked
with a magnet – quickly, cleanly and with little
disturbance to anyone nearby. This also ensures
that the detectors comply with National Fire
Protection Association standards while saving time
and money.