POTTER PAD300-DUCTR Analog Addressable Duct Detector Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- POTTER
Table of Contents
POTTER PAD300-DUCTR Analog Addressable Duct Detector
Features
- Detects Smoke in Building HVAC Ducts
- Ships Complete with Housing and Head
- Compatible with Addressable IPA and AFC/ARC Series Panels
- SLC Class A, Class X & Class B
- Installation Without Removing the Head
- Listed Air Velocity of 100 to 4,000 ft/minute
- No Screens or Filters in Housing
- Durable Plastic Enclosure and Clear Cover
- Integrated Cover Tamper Switch
- Utilizes Simple Snap in Sampling Tubes STN Series
- One Form C Relay
- UUKL Listed for Smoke Control
- Compatible with Supervised PAD100-DRTS Remote Test Switch, MS-RA, MS-KA/R, MS-KA/P/R Remote Indicators
- Product includes 5-year warranty
Description
The PAD300-DUCTR is designed and built to meet all local requirements, as well as the NFPA regulations regarding duct smoke detectors. Air sampling is accomplished by two (2) tubes which protrude into the duct. An exhaust tube of one (1) standard length (7”) is supplied in the installation kit with the smoke duct unit. Once the duct width has been determined, the air intake sampling tubes must be ordered. Sampling tubes are supplied in three standard lengths: 2.5 ft., 5 ft., and 10 ft. and cut to size to fit the duct. Mounting the duct smoke unit is accomplished by the use of a template and two (2) sheet metal screws, which are provided. Mounting can be achieved without the removal of the clear cover which is secured by four (4) capture screws.
Application
The Potter Electric PAD300-DUCTR duct smoke detector provides early detection of smoke and products of combustion present in air moving through HVAC ducts in commercial, industrial and residential applications. The PAD300-DUCTR is compatible with the IPA and AFC/ARC series addressable fire alarm control panels.
Technical Specifications
| Duct Detector Model Number | PAD300-DUCTR |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 24 VDC |
| Current Draw | 500 μA |
| Detector Head Model | PAD300-DD |
| Detector Head Type | Photoelectric |
| Alarm Set Point | Fixed at 2.5% / ft (8%/m) |
| Sensitivity Test Method | Self Diagnostic Test |
| Air Velocity | 100 ft./min to 4000 ft./min |
| Ambient Temperature | 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) |
| Humidity | 10% to 85% Relative Humidity (Non-condensing) |
| Housing Material | Plastic Backbox, Clear Plastic Cover |
| Finish | Gray Backbox with Clear Cover |
| Dimensions | 13 1/2”L x 4 1/2” W x 2 1/4” H |
| Maximum Net Weight | 2 lbs. |
| Sampling Tubes | 2.5 ft., 5 ft., or 10 ft. |
| Relay Contact Rating | 8A@30VDC, 10A@120VAC, |
10A@250VAC
Engineering Specifications
Air duct smoke detectors shall be Potter Electric PAD300-DUCTR Series. The detectors are certified by UL per 268 by Underwriters Laboratories. The detectors shall operate at air velocities from 100 feet per minute to 4000 feet per minute. The duct detector housings shall be of plastic construction and complete mechanical installation may be performed without removal of detector cover. Visual indication of alarm and power must be provided on detector front. Detector heads shall not require additional filters or screens which must be maintained. The housing shall contain a detector base and PAD300-DD duct smoke detector head. Terminal connections shall be of the screw type and be a minimum of #12 screw. All wiring must comply with local codes and regulations. Detector shall use the STN series of sampling tubes.
Wiring Diagrams
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Stock No. |
|---|---|---|
| PAD300-DUCTR | Analog Addressable Duct Detector | 3992796 |
| PAD100-DRTS | Duct Remote Test Switch | 3992711 |
| MS-RA | Remote Annunciator | 1000256 |
| MS-KA/R | Remote Annunciator with Test/Reset Switch | 1000254 |
| MS-KA/P/R | Remote Annunciator with Test Switch | 1000253 |
| Model | Description | Stock No. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| STN-2.5 | 2.5’ Sampling Tube | 1000274 |
| STN-5 | 5’ Sampling Tube | 1000275 |
| STN-10 | 10’ Sampling Tube | 1000276 |
