Bosch GEC3-12WR, GES3-12WR Specsheet

Fire Alarm Systems | GE3 12WR 12 V Strobe and Horn Strobe

GE3 12WR 12 V Strobe and Horn Strobe

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u Silence the horn while strobes flash

u Use the SuperSlide™ feature for easy testing

u Wide voltage range; 8 VDC to 17.5 VDC

u Four candela choices: 15, 30, 60, or 75 cd

u Select high or low frequency, high or low volume, and temporal Code 3 or continuous tone pattern

The Gentex low profile strobe (GES3 12WR) and horn strobe (GEC3 12WR) offer dependable alarms, a low current draw, an 8 VDC to 17.5 VDC voltage range, and a minimum flash rate of 1 Hz regardless of input voltage.

Functions

Easy Installation and Testing

The user can wire then install the entire system, reducing installation and operating costs. Use the SuperSlide feature to test supervision.

Horn Output

The horns provide a selection of high or low volume. The user can also select either Continuous or Temporal (Code 3) tone output, and synchronize the temporal signals by using the AVS Series Synchronization Modules.

Strobe Output

Select from 15 cd, 30 cd, 60 cd, or 75 cd while in the field using a sliding switch. The horn strobe appliance, with the AVS 44, AVSM or a compatible control panel, can silence the audible signal while leaving the visible signal energized with the use of a single pair of power wires.

Certifications and approvals

Gentex Corporation holds these listings and approvals:

Region	Certification
USA	UL	ULSZ: Audible Signal Appliances
		(ANSI/UL 464) GEC3-12_Series
	UL	UUKC: Signaling Appliances and Equip-
		ment for the Hearing Impaired (ANSI/UL
		1971) GES3-12_Series
	FM	GE3_Series
	CSFM	see our website

Installation/configuration notes

Compatible Products

The following products are compatible with the GE3 12 Family 12 V Strobe and Horn Strobe:

Control Panels:

Compatible with all Bosch G Series, B Series, 6000 Series, 2000 Series, DS7400Xi and DS7400XiV4, DS7080iP 32, DS7200 Series, and DS7060 Series Control Panels1

D70222 Conventional FACP

2 | GE3 12WR 12 V Strobe and Horn Strobe

FPD-70243 Addressable and Conventional FACPs

Synchronization Modules:

AVS-44, AWS-44W, AVSM-R, and AVSM-W

1 For synchronization, use the AVS44 or AVSM Synchronization Modules with these control panels.

2 The D7022 must be set for 12 VDC operation and requires the AVS44 or AVSM Synchronization Modules for synchronization.

3 The FPD-7024 is not UL 864 9th edition approved for use with the Gentex synch protocol.

Mounting Considerations

Notice

Use the strobes and horn strobes for indoor installations only.

These strobes and horn strobes are equipped with a four inch square metal mounting plate that can be attached as follows:

	Conduit	Surface	Semi flush
	Applications	Mounted	Mounted
Single gang	●		●
Double gang	●	●	●
Four inch	●	●	●
square
GSB	●	●

Also included is a locking mechanism that secures the product to the bracket without any screws showing.

Shipping Information

The horn strobe models are delivered from the factory set to the temporal lower frequency mode.

Wiring

Notice

Do not use these units in coded or pulsed signaling circuits.

The input terminals accept wires with diameters between 18 AWG and 12 AWG (ISO 0.75 mm2 and 4 mm2).

Parts included

Quant. Component

1Strobe or horn strobe with finish plate

1Die cast mounting plate

1Plastic test card

1Hardware pack

1Literature pack

Technical specifications

Electrical

Input voltage		12 VDC or FWR nominal
Voltage range		8 to 17.5 VDC or FWR
Strobe current ratings:
•	15 cd	163 mA RMS
•	30 cd	212 mA RMS
•	60 cd	331 mA RMS
•	75 cd	436 mA RMS
Environmental
Relative Humidity		Up to 93% non condensing
Temperature (Operating)		+32°F to +120°F (0°C to +49°C)
Mechanical
Dimensions (H x W x D)		5.0 in. x 4.5 in. x 2.5 in. (12.7 cm x
		11.4 cm x 6.4 cm)

Alarm Ratings

Notice

The sound output for the temporal (Code 3) tone is rated lower because the time the horn is off is averaged into the sound output rating. When the horn is producing a tone in the Temporal mode its sound pressure is the same as the Continuous mode.

Horn (Continuous, 2400 Hz)

Audible Device Current	29 mA RMS
(maximum)
Sound Output (maximum range)	79 dBA to 84 dBA
at 10 ft (3 m)
Horn (Continuous, Mechanical)
Audible Device Current	26 mA RMS
(maximum)
Sound Output (maximum range)	79 dBA to 83 dBA
at 10 ft (3 m)
Horn (Temporal Code 3, 2400 Hz)
Audible Device Current	29 mA RMS
(maximum)
Sound Output (maximum range)	76 dBA to 81 dBA
at 10 ft (3 m)