Simplex 2008FS Fire Alarm Controller

Simplex 2008FS Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU)

The Simplex 2008FS Fire Alarm Control Unit provides flexible initiating circuit monitoring and extended programmable control capability for applications requiring one to eight initiating zones.

Key Features

• Central fire alarm panel designed for easy operation and configuration.

• 2-line LCD display with dedicated LEDs for clear system status indication.

• Programming available directly on the panel via keypad or through PC software via USB port.

• Supports upload/download of configurations, software updates, and event history extraction.

• Provides 8 Class B IDC circuits (or 4 Class A), compatible with detectors and manual stations, including TrueAlarm™ detectors.

• Includes 2 Class A/B NAC circuits, each rated at 1.5 A, supporting SmartSync™ two-wire control and synchronized strobe mode.

• Built-in 3 A power supply at 24 VDC with automatic input voltage selection (120 VAC/60 Hz or 240 VAC/50 Hz).

• Temperature-compensated battery charger supports batteries up to 7 Ah (in cabinet) or 25 Ah (external).

• Non-volatile memory stores alarm, trouble, supervisory, and user logs.

• WALKTEST feature (audible or silent) for system testing.

• Includes 4 programmable auxiliary relays, active status reminder, and expansion options for City Circuit module or Remote LCD Annunciator.

• UL 864 listed, meeting international fire protection safety standards.

Technical Specifications

• Input voltage: 120 VAC, 60 Hz or 240 VAC, 50 Hz (auto selection)

• Input current: 4 A max @ 120 VAC; 3 A max @ 240 VAC

• Output: 24 VDC, up to 3 A (alarm condition)

• Battery charger: Temperature-compensated, supports up to 25 Ah batteries

• Standby current: 226 mA (with 4 Class A IDC fully loaded)

IDC (Initiating Device Circuits):

• 8 Class B or 4 Class A

• Up to 30 detectors per circuit

• EOL resistor: 3.3 kΩ (4.7 kΩ option for retrofit)

NAC (Notification Appliance Circuits):

• 2 Class A/B circuits

• 1.5 A each @ 24 VDC

• Supports SmartSync™

• EOL resistor: 10 kΩ (other values allowed in retrofit)

• NAC supervision current: max 9 mA

• NAC alarm current: max 60 mA

Auxiliary Power: 24 VDC, up to 500 mA (combined)

Relays:

• 4 total (1 fixed Trouble relay, 3 programmable)

• Contact rating: 2 A @ 30 VDC or 0.5 A @ 30 VAC, selectable NO/NC

Annunciators:

• Supports up to 4 remote LCD annunciators

• Wiring: 18 AWG twisted pair, max distance 1,200 m

• Requires 100 Ω end-of-line resistor

• Outdoor installation requires surge protection

Environmental:

• Operating temperature: 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F)

• Humidity: ≤ 93% RH non-condensing @ 32°C

Compatible Models and Accessories

1. Detectors & Accessories

• 4098-5601: Photoelectric Smoke Detector

• 4098-5602: Photo/Heat Detector

• 4098-5610: Heat Detector, rate-of-rise & fixed, 135°F (57°C)

• 4098-5611: Heat Detector, fixed, 135°F (57°C)

• 4098-5612: Heat Detector, fixed, 200°F (93°C)

• 4098-5613: Heat Detector, rate-of-rise & fixed, 200°F (93°C)

• 4098-9688: 2-wire Duct Smoke Detector with housing & relay

• 4098-9686: 4-wire Duct Smoke Detector with housing & relay

Sampling tubes:

• 4098-9854: 305 mm (12 in.) duct

• 4098-9855: 330–584 mm (13–23 in.) duct

• 4098-9856: 610–1,168 mm (24–46 in.) duct

• 4098-9857: 1,168–1,803 mm (46–71 in.) duct

• 4098-9858: 1,803–2,413 mm (71–95 in.) duct

2. Compatible Detector Bases

• 4 in. / 5 in. standard bases: 4098-5261, 4098-5207

• 6 in. adaptor for 5 in. base: 4098-9799

• 5 in. 2-wire relay base: 4098-5680

• 5 in. 4-wire relay base: 4098-5682

3. System Expansion

• 4009 Series NAC Extender: Provides additional NAC outputs, includes power supply & charger. Supports up to 4 extenders per NAC (Datasheet: S4009-0002).

4. NAC Power Accessories

• 4009-9201: IDNet NAC Extender, 4 Class B NACs, 8 A PSU, 120 VAC, UL Listed, seismic tested

• 4009-9301: IDNet NAC Extender, 4 Class B NACs, 8 A PSU, 240 VAC, UL Listed

• 4009-9807: NAC Option Card, adds 4 conventional NACs (max 1 card)

• 4009-9808: Dual Class A Adapter (for 2 NAC outputs, max 4 adapters)

• 2975-9802: Semi-Flush Trim Kit, red

5. Supervisory & Alarm Current (reference)

• 2008-9101 (FACU): 130 mA supervisory / 160 mA + 60 mA per IDC in alarm

• 2004-9909 (City Circuit Module): 30 mA supervisory / 60 mA alarm

• 2606-9101 (LCD Annunciator): 40 mA supervisory / 48 mA alarm