The upgraded F220 incorporates the latest NZS 4512:2021 Standards requirements and is FPANZ listed (Listing Number PI/132).

The 2021 version of the NZS 4512 Standard requires that a fire alarm power supply system must be able to meet the entire alarm load without relying on battery backup. As a consequence, some F220 panels are deeper than previous models to accommodate the larger power supplies.

The size of installed batteries for any particular configuration of detectors and warning devices can be found at Pertronic’s Battery Size Calculator (https://www.pertronic.co.nz/tools/battery-size-calculator/).

On the NZS 4512:2021 version of the F220 panel the green “Normal” LED now extinguishes when the panel is in an “Off Normal” state and the “Defect” LED flashes. This ensures that the “Normal” indication has a completely unambiguous meaning.

The EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) protection has also been upgraded. This improved protection ensures the panel’s systems continue to function correctly while further reducing false alarms and failures in the presence of higher levels of external electrical noise.

Finally, amongst a host of F220 upgrades, the NZS 4512:2021 compliant model has been tested to the NZS1170.5 seismic standard by a specialised seismic testing laboratory. As well as seismic restraint requirements to limit the movement of batteries within the cabinet, this standard aims to ensure that the fire system remains operational during earthquake events.

The F220 is the choice of fire industry professionals. The NZS4512:2021 version of the F220 is now in volume production. The Pertronic technical services teams, located in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland welcome your calls and are available to assist with all enquiries.

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