Foundation Series Overview
The Foundation Series is a fire alarm control panel line optimized for small and medium-sized projects (under 4 floors, area < 25,000 ft²), providing high performance, reliability and flexible expansion. The product line includes 2 models:
- 2050FS: Supports up to 50 addressable fire alarm devices and 2 synchronized NACs.
- 2250FS: Supports up to 250 addressable fire alarm devices and 4 synchronized NACs.
Both have a 4x40 character LCD interface, membrane keypad, support for up to 8 annunciators (LCD annunciators) and easy programming via USB cable, mobile application or free PC software.
Outstanding features:
- Flexible connectivity: IP, 4G/LTE mobile network, landline phone, support for signal transmission to monitoring center.
- Quick installation: Automatic addressing, no need for specialized tools, compatible with many existing systems.
- Compatible with a wide range of devices: Smoke detectors, heat detectors, combination detectors, siren bases, monitoring modules, emergency buttons, etc.
- Convenient for maintenance: Supports WALKTEST function, stores and exports alarm/incident history.
- Integrated SafeLINC cloud connection service via CSG (Connected Services Gateway) allows remote management and monitoring.
With its intuitive design, comprehensive features and reasonable cost, Foundation Series is an ideal choice for commercial buildings, offices or renovations of existing fire alarm systems.
Main Specifications
- Input: 120 VAC or 240 VAC, auto-detect.
- Maximum input current: 2A (120V) / 1A (240V).
- Output: 24 VDC, max 6A when alarmed.
- Battery charging: Temperature compensated charging, supports batteries up to 25 Ah.
- Standby current: 150 mA.
- NACs: 4 circuits, max 3A/circuit, Class A/B, supports multiple EOL resistor values for retrofit compatibility.
- MX Loop: Max 945 mA at 40V, Class A/B, supports up to 250 devices.
- Auxiliary power: Aux 1 & Aux 2 (1A/circuit).
- Relay output: 3 relays (1 Trouble, 2 programmable), 24VDC/2A contacts, NO/NC selectable.
- Dimensions of the removable battery cabinet (if used): 413 x 343 x 146 mm.
Model & Accessories 2050FS (supports up to 50 devices)
Main Model
2050-9101 – FACU 2050FS, 4x40 LCD, 1 MX loop for up to 50 devices, 2 synchronous NAC circuits.
Modules & Accessories
- 2050-9909 – City Circuit Module (with disconnect switch, max 1/panel)
- 2606-9101 – LCD Annunciator (max 8 per panel)
- 2975-9812 – Semi-recessed Trim Ring
- 2975-9234 – Gateway Enclosure (red)
- 734-383 – External Gateway Communication Cable
Circuit Protection
- 2081-9028 – Isolated Loop Circuit Protector (ILCP)
- 2081-9044 – Overvoltage Protector
Cellular Connectivity
- 4007-6417 – GSM 4G/LTE Cellular Module Kit
- 4007-6405 / 4007-6406 / 4007-6407 – Antenna Extension Kits: 15 ft / 25 ft / 50 ft
MX Sensors & Sampling Devices
- 4098-5291 / 4098-5292 / 4098-5293 – MX Photo/Heat, Photo, Heat with Address Switch
- 4098-5214 – Duct sensor housing (for use with 4098-5292)
- STS-2.5 / STS-5.0 / STS-10.0 – Sampling tubes, for sizes 6–30 in, 30–60 in, 60–120 in
Terminals
- 4090-5206 – Line Isolator Module
- 4090-5258 – Mini IAM
- 4090-5259 – Relay IAM
- 4090-5260 – Monitor ZAM
- 4099-5214 / 4099-5215 / 4099-5216 – Pullstations: Single Action, DA Break Glass, Double Action Push-type
Base & adapter
- 4098-5210 – 4 in MX Sounder Base (85 dB)
- 4098-5207 – 5 in Addressable Sensor Base + remote LED output
- 4098-5261 – 4 in Detector Base (outside North America)
- 4098-9799 / 4098-5227 / 4098-5228 – Adapters: 6 in for 5 in base; 5 in & 6 in adapters for 5210 base
Batteries & Battery Cabinets
- 2081-9286 / 9274 / 9288 / 9275 / 9287 – 7 Ah, 10 Ah, 12.7 Ah, 18 Ah, 25 Ah batteries
- 4009-9801 – External battery cabinet (up to 25 Ah)
Other Accessories
- 2080-9047 – DACT cable (14 ft, RJ45 → spade lugs)
- 2975-9802 – Red semi-flush box trim
- 4081-9008 – 10 kΩ, 1 W EOL resistor harness (for non-addressable NAC)
- 2081-9411 – Earthquake-resistant Battery Bracket
NAC Power Accessories
- 4009-9201 / 4009-9301 – IDNet NAC Extender (4 Class B NACs, 8 A; 120 VAC or 240 VAC)
- 4009-9807 – NAC Option Card (add 4 NACs, max 1/module)
- 4009-9808 – Dual Class A adapter (for 2 Class A NAC outputs, max 4)
Model and accessories 2250FS (supports up to 250 devices)
Main model
- 2250-9101 – 2250FS FACU, 4x40 LCD, 1 MX loop for up to 250 devices, 4 synchronized NAC circuits.
Modules & Accessories
- 2975-9812 – Semi-recessed Trim Ring (common with 2050FS)
- 2250-9800 – Connected Services Gateway (CSG) + IP Communicator
- 2975-9234 – Gateway Enclosure (red) (same as 2050FS)
- 734-383 – Gateway Communication Cable (same as 2050FS)
- 2050-9909 – City Circuit Module (common, one per panel)
- 2606-9101 – LCD Annunciator (up to 8 units/panel)
- 2081-9028 / 2081-9044 – ILCP & Overvoltage Protector (common)
Mobile Connectivity
- GSM 4G/LTE Module & antenna kits – same as 2050FS
- Sensors, terminals, bases, power supplies, NAC extenders, external battery cabinets, other accessories
- Components The rest of the components such as MX sensors, pull stations, bases, batteries, NAC extenders, external battery cabinets, DACT cables, resistors, battery brackets are all used with the Foundation Series and are compatible with the 2250FS.
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