Axis Fire Protection

🔥 Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) – Description

A Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) is the central monitoring and controlling unit of a fire detection and alarm system. It receives signals from various field devices such as smoke detectors, heat detectors, and manual call points, and activates alarm devices like hooters and sirens in case of fire.

⚙️ Key Functions:

• Monitoring: Continuously monitors all connected devices and circuits
• Detection: Identifies fire signals from detectors or manual call points
• Alarm Activation: Triggers hooters, bells, or sirens during fire conditions
• Fault Indication: Displays system faults like wiring issues or device failure
• Control Operations: Can activate external systems like sprinklers, fire pumps, or suppression systems

🔌 Types of Fire Alarm Control Panels:

1. Conventional Panel
   • Divided into zones
   • Suitable for small buildings
2. Addressable Panel
   • Each device has a unique address
   • Exact fire location identification
   • Ideal for large buildings, malls, hospitals

📊 Technical Features:

• Microprocessor-based design
• LCD / LED display for status indication
• Battery backup (24V DC) for power failure
• Zone-wise or device-wise indication
• In-built hooter / external sounder support
• Programmable logic and relay outputs

🏢 Applications:

• Commercial Buildings
• Residential Complexes
• Factories & Warehouses
• Hospitals & Hotels
• Shopping Malls

📦 Standard Accessories:

• Smoke Detector
• Heat Detector
• Manual Call Point (MCP)
• Hooter / Sounder
• Control Modules