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Crowcon Vortex Standard Wall Mounting in Cabinet 8 Input Channels with 4 Relay Module
Item #:
Vortex-8-4
Brand:
Crowcon
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Vortex 8-Channel Control Panel for Gas and Fire Monitoring
Crowcon Detection Instruments consistently produces the best gas detection and monitoring devices in the industry. Around the globe, companies and workers enjoy higher standards of safety when they purchase and implement a product by Crowcon. With many years of research and development under its belt, Crowcon continuously works to advance its product offerings by utilizing the latest technology in gas detection. The Vortex 12-channel control panel for gas and fire monitoring is one of the most versatile and compatible control panels on the market with its ease of use and ease of customization.
Easy to Use
The Vortex control panel requires very little training. The unit is incredibly easy to use and simple to understand. All of the day to day operations are easily accessible through push buttons on the front panel, and while the display panel continuously shows necessary information, the LEDs only illuminate when a hazard or fault is detected. This allows users to quickly check the conditions with a mere glance. The Vortex is also incredibly easy to service and maintain. Replacement parts simply plug into the unit, and the interior of the panel was designed for easy access for cable termination. The zones within the unit are compartmentalized so that a user may work on one part of the unit without disabling the entire control panel.
Maximum Flexibility
Crowcon understands the economics of efficiency. When designing the Vortex 12-channel control panel, the company worked to create a product that would be optimally compatible with existing equipment and infrastructures. The Vortex can be configured to match any and all site requirements with minimum wiring. The control panel may also be factory set with specific requirements, easing the installation and training process. These settings may be adjusted at any time by a PC using Vortex software. The panel also uses industry standard communication links and can be simply integrated with existing control systems.
Reliable and Safe
The Vortex has been tested for numerous environmental hazards and is rated IP65 for dust and water ingress. To improve safety measures, all of the relays are monitored continuously. In this manner, faults are immediately identified. This helps to protect the integrity of the device and the safety of the users. The unit also continuously monitors its power supply. If power were to fail, the control panel would switch to its internal batteries which are also continuously monitored. For years, Crowcon has developed its reputation for manufacturing safe and reliable gas detection equipment. In turn, the Vortex control panel enjoys some of the highest safety standards in the industry.
Specifications
The Vortex has dimensions of 18.5 x 12 x 6.5 inches. Enclosed in aluminum and plastic, the wall mounted control panel houses up to 12 channels and utilizes IP65 ingress protection. The unit also has datalogging capabilities. The panel displays several indicators:
- Channel number
- Gas reading
- Measurement units
- Power
- Battery status
- Run/hold indication
- Channel test mode
- System fault/integrity
- Color coded visual alarms and audio alarms
Size | 470 x 306 x 170 mm (18.5 x 12 x 6.5 ins) |
Weight | 12 kg (27 lbs) |
Enclosure material | Aluminium & Plastic |
Mounting | Wall mounted |
Ingress protection | IP65 |
Channels | Up to 12 |
Inputs | |
Gas | 2 or 3 wire, 4-20 mA (sink or source), 0-5 V |
Fire - Smoke detectors, heat detectors and manual call points, up to 20 per loop | maximum of 3 loops |
Outputs | |
Analogue | None |
External audio/visual alarm drive | 4 powered 24 V dc, max load up to 0.5 A each |
Relays | |
Type | Up to 24 SPCO contacts rated 6 A @ 250 V ac, non-inductive load Active coil failure monitoring |
Assignment - common | Mains fail, battery low, battery fail |
Assignment - per channel | Up to 24, (32 if only 8 inputs required) |
Assignment - voting | configurable using all alarms, fault, and system events |
Relay modes | energised/de-energised latched/non-latched Time delayed & pulsed |
Digital Communications | |
DCS/PLC/PC | Modbus or Profibus RS-485 multi-drop connection for monitoring, and control |
Local configuration link | Configuration Modbus using RS232 internal connector |
Logging | Built-in event logger - data available via communication links |
Panel indication | |
Channel number | 2 digit green 7-segment LED |
Gas reading | 4 digit red 7-segment LED |
Measurement units | ppm, %LEL, %vol, fire |
Power | Greed LED on front panel |
Battery OK | Green LED |
Run/hold indication | Green LED activates on hold |
Channel test mode | Flashing amber LED when activated |
System fault - integrity watchdog | Amber LED |
Alarm indication | |
Audible-internal sounder | Piezo |
Visual - alarm | Individual channel Alarm 1 and 2 (red LED) |
Visual - fault | (amber LED) |
Visual - inhibit | Zone inhibit (amber LED) |
Power | |
AC mains | 110/120 V & 220/240 V switchable |
DC | 50-60 Hz 20-30 V |
Battery backup | 2Ah Internal |
Remote Accept/Reset | Available from terminals within the panel |
Lamp test | Via button on front panel |
Approvals | |
Low Voltage Directive | Meets BS EN 61010-1 |
EMC | EN 50270 |
Operating Temperature | -10 to +40ºC (14 to 104ºF) |
Humidity | 0 - 95% non-condensing |