
8100(A)
Conventional FAAST Fire Alarm 
Aspiration Sensing Technology®
General
The FAAST 8100(A) conventional aspirating smoke detector 
combines dual-source (blue LED and infrared laser) optical 
smoke detection with advanced algorithms to detect a wide 
range of fires while maintaining enhanced immunity to nuisance particulates. This enables the 8100 to accurately detect 
incipient fire conditions as early as 30 to 60 minutes before a 
fire actually starts for Early Warning Fire Detection and Very 
Early Warning Fire Detection. For initial system creation, the 
PipeIQ
® software guides users through pipe layout. The soft-
ware also provides intuitive control over system configuration 
and ongoing system monitoring. An installed device can be 
monitored through its integral display, from a computer connected to the device, or remotely through a computer browser 
or mobile device when the detector is connected to a network, 
or by Modbus/TCP protocol over Ethernet. When Internet-connected, the 8100 can also e-mail status updates to appropriate 
personnel. The detector can communicate alarm levels, urgent 
and minor faults, and isolate inputs via eight form C relays. To 
enable a full detection strategy, the 8100combines its 
advanced communications capabilities with an extensive 
range of customizable settings. The detector provides five 
alarm levels that can be programmed for latching or non-latching relays. To accommodate specific codes or environments, 
alarm delays can be set anywhere between 0 to 60 seconds. 
The 8100 also supports two sensitivity modes: In Acclimate™ 
mode, the detector automatically adjusts itself to current environmental conditions to reduce nuisance alarms. Day/Night/ 
Weekend mode enables technicians to preset alarm thresholds based on routine changes in the environment.
Features
• Detection as precise as 0.00046%/ft obscuration.
• Five alarm levels and two sensitivity modes provide application flexibility.
• Dual flow detection including both ultrasonic and electronic 
sensing for pipe and chamber air flow measurement.
• A single device protects up to 8,000 square feet.
• Advanced detection algorithms reject common nuisance 
conditions.
• Patented particle separator and field-replaceable filter 
remove contaminants from the system.
• PipeIQ™ software provides intuitive system layout, configuration, and monitoring all in one package.
• Using the onboard Ethernet interface, you can monitor the 
detector from any Internet browser, smart phone or mobile 
device with VPN capability. You can also configure the 
detector to e-mail status updates to appropriate personnel.
• Monitoring and configuration can also be accomplished 
using Modbus/TCP protocol over Ethernet.
• Fault indicators exhibit a broad spectrum of events.
• Unique air flow pendulum graph verifies pipe network functionality.
• Particulate graph displays subtle environmental changes for 
early problem indications.
• 5 programmable alarm levels for latching or non-latching as 
well as a 0 to 60 second delay to best accommodate local 
codes or environments.
DN-60791:A
Conventional Smoke Detector
• At startup 8100 self-adapts to its environment in just 24 
hours, not weeks. The exclusive Acclimate mode automatically adjusts within your specified parameters to reduce nuisance alarms and adjust to current conditions. 
• Comprehensive, simple and intuitive display has real-time, 
quick-read information at the device including five alarm 
levels, ten particulate levels, air flow, power and a wide 
range of faults to quickly identify the problem for prompt 
correction. 
Specifications
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
External Supply Voltage: 18-30 VDC.
Remote Reset Time: External monitor must be pulled low for
a minimum of 100 ms.
Power Reset: 1 sec.
Avg. Operating Current: 500 mA @ 24 VDC.
Alarm: 650 mA – All relays active, all alarm levels displayed.
Voltage @ 24 VDC.
Relay Contact Ratings: 3.0 A @ 30 VDC, 0.5 A @ 125 VAC.
ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS
Operating Temperature: 32°F (0°C) to 100°F (38°C).
Sampled Air Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 140°F (60°C).
Humidity Range: 10 to 95% (non-condensing).
IP Rating: IP30.
Coverage Area: 8,000 sq. ft. (743 sq. m).
Air Movement: 0-4,000 ft./min (0-1,219 m/min).
DN-60791:A • 10/1/13 — Page 1 of 2
 

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Height: 13.25 inches (33.7 cm).
Width: 13.0 inches (33 cm).
Depth: 5.0 inches (12.7 cm).
SLC Connection: Standard SLC connections. Class B (for-
merly Style 4) or Class A (formerly Style 6/7). 
Relays: 8 Form C, 3 AMP, programmable latching or nonlatching.
Communication Network: Ethernet monitoring, 6 E-mail 
address alerts, Modbus/TCP.
Cable Access: 4 1-inch (2.54 cm) cable entry holes on top 
and bottom of unit.
Wire Gauge: 12 AWG (2.05 mm) max. to 24 AWG (0.5 mm) 
min.
Maximum Single Pipe Length: 262 ft. (80 m).
Maximum Branched (2) Pipe Length: 165 ft. (50 m) each
branch.
Maximum Air Inlet Holes: 40 holes.
Network Outside Pipe Diameter: 1.050 inches, IPS (25 mm).
Internal Pipe Diameter: 0.591 to 0.827 inches (15-21 mm).
Sensitivity Range: 0.00046%/ft. obs – 4.0%/ft. obs.
Event Log: 18,000 events stored.
Shipping Weight: 11.6 lbs. (5.26 kg), includes packing mate-
rial.
User Interface Display: 
• Five alarm levels (Alert, Action 1, Action 2, Fire 1, and 
Fire 2).
• Ten particulate levels.
• Ten bi-color flow. 
• Fault graph.
Agency Listings and Approvals
The listings and approvals below apply to Intelligent FAAST 
Series components. In some cases, certain modules or applications may not be listed by certain approval agencies, or listing 
may be in process. Consult factory for latest listing status.
• UL Listed: S911. 
• ULC Listed: S911.
• FM approved.
• Maryland State Fire Marshal: Permit # 2244.
Product Line Information
8100 Intelligent FAAST: Conventional aspirating smoke 
detector. For Canadian applications, order 8100A.
F-A3384-000: Replacement Air Filter.
F-LCARD-SP: Language Card - Spanish.
P-PIPE-210: CPVC Pipe (210 feet total).
P-COUPLING: Coupling (15 each).
P-ELB-45: 45° Elbow (10 each).
P-ELB-90: 90° Elbow (20 each).
P-ENDCAP: End Cap (25 each).
P-TEE: Tee (15 each).
P-UNION: Union (10 each).
P-LABEL-P: Pipe Label (100 each).
P-LABEL-T: Sampling Point Labels (100 each).
P-SAMP-KT: Sampling Point Kit (10 sets).
HP300ULX: Power Supply, 12/24VDC, 2.4 A DC. 
Page 2 of 2 — DN-60791:A • 10/1/13
NOTIFIER®, FlashScan®, PipeIQ®, and FAAST Fire Alarm Aspiration 
Sensing Technology® are registered trademarks of and Acclimate™is a 
trademark of Honeywell International Inc. 
©2013 by Honeywell International Inc. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use 
of this document is strictly prohibited.
This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes.
 We try to keep our product information up-to-date and accurate. 
We cannot cover all specific applications or anticipate all requirements. 
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
For more information, contact Notifier. Phone: (203) 484-7161, FAX: (203) 484-7118.
www.notifier.com