POTTER FEP-SEP SERIES Colored Lens Expander Plate Strobe Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- POTTER
Table of Contents
FEP-SEP SERIES Colored Lens Expander Plate Strobe
Owner’s Manual
Features
- Nominal Voltage 24 VDC
- Lens colors available: amber, blue, green, and red
- Amber lens has field selectable candela options of 15, 30, 75, and 110
- Blue, green and red lens models are fixed 15/75 candela
- SEP can accommodate 1/2” and 3/4” conduit
- Screw Terminals, separate in/out wiring (18-12 gauge)
- Use in conjunction with Potter speaker or wall mount speaker strobe (SOLD SEPARATELY)
- Face plate available in off-white
- Xenon strobe maintains constant minimum flash rate of or at Hz
- Product includes 5 year warranty
Application
The Potter FEP and SEP Series is an indoor wall mount expander plate with a
quality colored lens strobe to be used in conjunction with a Potter speaker or
wall mount speaker/strobe allowing the ability to mount multiple strobes on a
single electrical box. Applications include emergency communication, severe
weather, evacuation, emergency response and many more.
Description
The FEP Series is to be used in flush mount applications and the SEP Series is
to be used in surface mount applications. The FEP and SEP Series strobes are
to be used on a 24 VDC system and are available in amber, blue, green, and red
lens colors. The amber lens units are provided with a turn dial for field
selectable candela options. The blue, green and red lens units are only
available in 15/75 candela option. The strobes can be synchronized using the
Potter AVSM, FACP’s or power supplies that provide a Gentex Synchronization
Protocol. All units feature ALERT text on the lens.
The FEP and SEP Series are constructed of high impact textured plastic. The
amber lens units additionally comply with the light output dispersion
requirement of ANSI/UL 1971 for wall mount applications with a measured
candela rating that is equal to the candela listed on the product.
Technical Specifications
| Strobe Operating Voltage | 16-33 VDC |
|---|---|
| Synchronization Module | Potter AVSM |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) |
| FEP Unit Dimensions | 10.8”H X 6.6”W X 2.8”D |
| SEP Unit Dimensions | 11.5” H X 7.26” W X 5.04” D |
| Back Box | 4” square X 2.125” deep |
| Shipping Weight | 1.5 lbs. |
Product Listings
- ANSI/UL1638
Product Compliance
- NFPA 72
- IBC/IFC/IRC
FEP Series Flush Mount Expander Plate
Model Number| Stock Number| Lens Color| Nominal Voltage|
Candela(s)
FEP-A| 4890180| Amber| 24 VDC| 15, 30, 60, 75, 110
FEP-B| 4890181| Blue| 24 VDC| Fixed 15/75
FEP-G| 4890182| Green| 24 VDC| Fixed 15/75
FEP-R| 4890183| Red| 24 VDC| Fixed 15/75
SEP Series Surface Mount Expander Plate
Model Number| Stock Number| Lens Color| Nominal Voltage|
Candela(s)
SEP-A| 4890184| Amber| 24 VDC| 15, 30, 60, 75, 110
SEP-B| 4890185| Blue| 24 VDC| Fixed 15/75
SEP-G| 4890186| Green| 24 VDC| Fixed 15/75
SEP-R| 4890187| Red| 24 VDC| Fixed 15/75
FEP/SEP Blue, Green, and Red Lens Strobe Current Ratings
Fixed 15/75 Candela Strobe
Lens Color| Regulated 24 VDC Max. Operating Current (mA)|
Regulated 24 VFWR Max Operating Current (mA)
Blue| 280| 274
Green| 360| 479
Red| 397| 438
FEP/SEP Amber Lens Strobe Current Ratings
Candela| Regulated 24 VDC Max. Operating Current (mA)| Regulated
24 VFWR Max Operating Current (mA)
15| 78| 113
30| 96| 135
60| 137| 186
75| 180| 245
110| 224| 313
NOTE:
- For nominal and peak current across ANSI/UL regulated voltage range for filtered DC power and unfiltered (FWR (Full Wave Rectified)) power see installation manual.
- Potter does not recommend using a coded or pulsing signaling circuit with any of our strobe products.
- The FEP/SEP series is not to be used as a visual public mode alarm notification appliance.
Wiring Diagram
CAUTION: DO NOT USE LOOPED WIRE UNDER TERMINALS. BREAK WIRE RUN TO PROVIDE SUPERVISION OF CONNECTION.
NOTE: SPEAKER OR SPEAKER/STROBE USED WITH FEP OR SEP MUST BE ORDERED SEPARATELY.
WIRE CONDUCTIVITY
| 18 AWG | 60 |
|---|---|
| 16 AWG | 95 |
| 14 AWG | 153 |
| 12 AWG | 244 |
- MAX WIRE DISTANCE
- CAUTION: APPLIES ONLY TO REGULATED SUPPLIES.
- NOTICE: POWER IS SUPPLIED TO DEVICES WHEN CONTROL PANEL IS LATCHED.
NOTE: All strobes are designed to flash as specified with continuous applied voltage. Strobes should not be used on coded or pulsing signaling circuits. However use of the Potter AVSM control module or Gentex synchronization protocol is permitted to synchronize the strobe, horn and/or mute the horn.
Candela Selection: FEP and SEP Only
Additional Mounting Notes:
- Attach speaker or speaker/strobe using the mounting ring.
- Level line is to aid in alignment during installation.
- Includes wire strip guide.
- Includes four base locations for additional screw support, if needed.
Installation FEP Flush Mount Expander Plate
Installation SEP Surface Mount Expander Plate
Architect and Engineering Specifications
The expander plate shall be Potter FEP or SEP Colored Lens Expander Plate or
approved equivalent and shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. per
ANSI/UL 1638 and the amber lens shall have compliance with the polar
dispersion requirements of ANSI/UL 1971. The FEP or SEP shall comply with all
local, state and federal fire alarm code/standards. The visual signal shall
have a minimum 1 Hz flash rate regardless of input voltage. The unit shall
have an input range of 16-33 volts with either direct current of full wave
rectified power for 24 volt models. All field wiring connections shall be made
via separate in-out terminal connections.
Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC
St. Louis, MO
Tech Support: 866-956-1211
Customer Service: 866-572-3005
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