Kidde Standard Base EC2 Series Early Fire Detection System
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The Kidde EC2-SB4 EC2 Series 4-inch Standard Base serves as an essential foundational mounting component within commercial and residential fire alarm and life safety installations. Designed to accommodate compatible Edwards and Kidde conventional photoelectric smoke and heat detector heads, this base secures initiating devices to ceilings or electrical boxes while maintaining clean electrical continuity across the notification circuit. It functions as the permanent wiring interface for the life safety system, allowing detector heads to be easily twisted on or removed for maintenance without disrupting loop wiring.
This hardware component is engineered to satisfy strict code requirements under NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code) for proper installation and mounting of fire alarm initiating devices. Utilizing standardized screw terminals for secure conductor attachment, the base ensures reliable signaling compliance for early fire detection assemblies, meeting UL and FM listing requirements mandated by local life safety codes.
- Standardized 4-Inch Footprint: Designed to fit standard electrical junction boxes and accommodate a variety of interchangeable detection device heads.
- Durable Construction: Built with robust commercial-grade materials to withstand demanding operational environments in both residential and commercial buildings.
- Secure Terminal Connections: Features clear terminal screw placements for reliable wiring of conventional detection loops.
- Simplified Maintenance: Interchangeable head-and-base design allows rapid detector removal and replacement during routine testing.
- System Compatibility: Integrates seamlessly with Kidde fire alarm control panels and compatible Edwards or Kidde detection heads.
| Technical Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer / Brand | Kidde / Edwards |
| Model / Series Number | EC2-SB4 / EC2 Series (3K-EC2SB4) |
| Connection Type | Standard screw terminals |
| Pressure Rating (WWP) | N/A |
| Voltage | Low voltage fire alarm loop |
| Temperature Rating / Response Type | N/A |
| Material / Body Construction | Durable high-impact polymer |
| Agency Listings & Approvals | UL Listed, FM Approved |
| Applicable NFPA Standards | NFPA 72 |
Contractors must ensure all wiring practices and device placements comply with local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and the manufacturer's technical specifications prior to system commissioning.
Documentation: Download Manufacturer Technical Data & Cut Sheet (PDF)
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