Farenhyt Control Module IDP/CONTROL

The IDP-Control is an addressable notification module for use with Silent Knight IFP-series fire alarm control panels (FACPs). The IDP-Control gives you the flexibility to add notification circuits wherever they are needed on an IFP FACP signaling line circuit (SLC) loop. The IDP-Control provides supervised monitoring of wiring to load devices that require an external power supply to operate, such as bells, horns, and strobes. It is capable of Class B (Styles Y) and Class A (Style Z) supervision.

Flexible solution for adding notification circuits where needed
• Support for Class B (style Y) or Class A (style Z) wiring
• Panel controlled status LED that flashes green in normal state
and is solid red in alarm
• Polling LED visible through the cover plate
• Attractive ivory cover plate
• Rotary address switches for fast installation
• SEMS screws for easy wiring
• UL Listed

Electrical Specifications

  • Operating Voltage: 15 to 32 VDC (via SLC loop).
  • Standby Current: 350 µA (typical).
  • Alarm Current: 350 µA (typical, as it draws from the SLC loop; external power supply handles notification load).
  • End-of-Line Resistance: 47 kΩ (for supervised circuits).
  • SLC Loop Impedance: 40 Ω maximum.
  • External Power Supply: Isolated from SLC loop; connects to load devices upon activation (voltage/current depends on the external supply used, not specified by the module itself).

Physical Specifications

  • Dimensions: 4.5″ H x 4″ W x 1.25″ D (11.4 cm x 10.2 cm x 3.2 cm).
  • Weight: 6.3 oz (196 g).
  • Mounting: Fits a 4″ square electrical box with a minimum depth of 2-1/8″ (5.4 cm).
  • Wiring: SEMS screws for secure connections; supports 12 to 18 AWG (0.75 mm² to 2.5 mm²).

Environmental Specifications

  • Operating Temperature: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C).
  • Humidity: 10% to 93% RH, non-condensing.

Functional Features

  • Addressing: Set via rotary switches (01–159), unique to each module on the SLC loop.
  • Operation:
    • Supervises wiring to notification devices in standby mode.
    • Upon FACP command, disconnects supervision and connects the external power supply to the load, providing positive feedback to the panel that the relay has activated.
  • LED Indicator: Panel-controlled status LED:
    • Flashes green in normal (standby) state.
    • Solid red in alarm (active) state.
  • Isolation: External power supply is relay-isolated from the SLC loop, ensuring a trouble condition on the power supply does not affect the system.
  • Supervision: Provides positive indication of relay activation by disconnecting supervision during operation.

Installation and Accessories

  • Mounting Options:
    • Mounts directly into a 4″ square electrical box.
    • Optional surface-mount box: SMB500 (4″ square surface-mount electrical box).
    • Optional module barrier: CB500 (separates power-limited and non-power-limited wiring in a junction box).
  • Wiring Configuration:
    • Class B (Style Y): Two-wire supervised circuit.
    • Class A (Style Z): Four-wire supervised circuit for higher reliability.

Standards and Certifications

  • Compliance: UL Listed for fire alarm use; meets relevant fire safety standards (e.g., NFPA 72).
  • Quality: Manufactured to high reliability standards by Honeywell.