Reach Sounder VAD Base
The Reach Wireless Sounder VAD Base is a high-performance wireless device, incorporating a compliant visual alarm device (VAD) and sounder used to alert people in the event of a fire.
The device has an integral moulded base for mounting a Reach wireless detector or a sounder blanking cap if a detector is not required. The unit has as standard 16+16 recognised sounder Alert & Evacuate tones and 4 levels of volume adjustment, as well as high power/low power visual settings, all of which can be easily configured on site.
Key Features
- 32 switch selectable tone settings
- Four Volume Settings
- Bi-directional wireless communication
- Visual power settings
- Dual channel redundancy
- Five year battery life
| Number of Tone Pairs | 16 | |
| Volume Levels | 4 | |
| Sound Output (Typical) | 88 - 91 dBA (tone dependant) | |
| VAD Coverage Rating | Configurable | |
| Flash Rate | 0.5 Hz | |
| Communication Range between Loop-Interface and Devices | 100 m (in open space) | |
| Field Device Radio Frequency Channel Pairs | 22 pairs | |
| Radiated Power | 14 dBm (25 mW) | |
| Battery Type | 2x VARTA CR123A Lithium 3 V, 1250mAh typical | |
| Battery Lifespan | 5 years in normal operation with good signal strength (no dropped messages) | |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C | |
| Maximum Relative Humidity | 95% (non-condensing) | |
| IP Rating | IP 21C (Type A Indoor Use) | |
| Standards and approvals | AS7240.3, AS7240.23, AS7240.25 | |
| Dimensions | 129 mm diameter x 54 mm height | |
| Weight (including base and batteries) | 190g |
| Reach Sounder VAD Base White Flash | 4107-8411 |
| Reach Sounder VAD Base Red Flash | 4107-8412 |
| Reach Sounder VAD Base White Flash (black) | 4107-8422 |