POTTER NCE-1000 Ethernet Networking Card Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- POTTER
Table of Contents
POTTER NCE-1000 Ethernet Networking Card
Features
- Allows for Peer-to-Peer networking via Ethernet (CAT5)
- Up to 200 panels can be networked together
- Any RA-6500 remote annunciator can be set as a global annunciator
- NCE-1000 and NCF-1000 are interoperable and both types can be used within a network
- Allows for a single panel to act as the host communicator
- Five year warranty included
Description
The NCE-1000 is used to network the fire alarm panels using CAT5 Ethernet cable. It is fully supervised and is capable of Class B and Class A operation. The NCE-1000 may be mounted in either the control panel cabinet, the PSN-1000/E, the AE-2, AE-8 or AE-14. When wiring Class A or B, the connection between the FACP and the module shall be limited to 20 feet and enclosed in conduit or equivalently protected against mechanical injury. Each card is mounted to the exclusive Stacker Bracket for secure and accessible mounting. A maximum of 31 NCE-1000s can be installed per panel, with a maximum of 200 panels per network.
Technical Specifications
| Standby Current | 50 mA |
|---|---|
| Alarm Current | 50 mA |
| Operating Temperature Range | 32° to 120°F (0° to 49° C) |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10%-93% (non-condensing) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 24 VDC |
| Max no. of NCE- 1000 | 31 |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4″ x 6″ x 1 5/8″ |
| Max Wire Length for Ethernet Cable | 300 ft |
| Wire Gauge P-Link | 12 AWG – 18 AWG |
| Compatible Panels | IPA/AFC Series Addressable |
PFC-4064 Conventional
Installation
The NCE-1000 is connected to the fire control panels using a 4-wire RS-485 connection and Ethernet cable that connects to panel’s P-Comm port.. The connection is power limited and supervised. The NCE-1000 can be mounted in either the control panel cabinet, intelligent power supply, the AE-2, AE-8 or AE-14. Each card is mounted to the exclusive Stacker Bracket for secure and accessible mounting. The connection between the FACP and the module shall be limited to 20 feet.
Class B Wiring
Class A Wiring with Return
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Stock No. |
|---|---|---|
| NCE-1000 | Network Card-Ethernet | 3992788 |
Note: For additional wiring diagrams and schematics, please reference the Potter 8830161 Peer to Peer Networking Guide.