PAD100-ZM Zone Module
- PAD100-ZM Zone Module
PAD100-ZM Zone Module
The Potter PAD100-ZM Zone Module provides an interface between conventional initiating devices and a Potter addressable fire alarm system. It monitors a conventional zone while communicating with the addressable control panel through the SLC.
- Conventional zone interface for Potter addressable systems
- Supports one Class A or two Class B circuits
- Uses one SLC address
- Compatible with conventional 2-wire smoke detectors
- Supervised 24VDC auxiliary power
- Compact installation in standard electrical boxes
Product Overview
The Potter PAD100-ZM is a Conventional Zone Module designed for use with Potter addressable fire alarm systems. The module allows conventional initiating devices to be connected to an addressable system and provides supervision of the connected zone.
The module uses a single SLC address and supports either one Class A circuit or two Class B circuits. It also supervises the required 24VDC auxiliary power connection.
Typical Applications
- Commercial fire alarm systems
- Industrial fire detection systems
- Conventional detector zone integration
- Addressable fire alarm system upgrades
- Mixed conventional and addressable installations
Technical Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Model | PAD100-ZM |
| Product Type | Conventional Zone Module |
| Manufacturer | Potter Electric Signal Company |
| Protocol | Potter PAD Addressable Protocol |
| Electrical | |
| Operating Voltage | 24.0 VDC |
| Auxiliary Power | 19–28 VDC |
| Maximum SLC Standby Current | 240 µA |
| Maximum SLC Alarm Current | 240 µA |
| Zone | |
| Class A | One Class A circuit |
| Class B | Two Class B circuits |
| Maximum IDC Resistance | 100 Ω |
| Maximum IDC Capacitance | 1 µF |
| EOL Resistor | 5.1 kΩ |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) |
| Humidity | 0–93% non-condensing |
| Installation | |
| Maximum Modules per Loop | 127 |
| Mounting | 4-inch square or double-gang box |
| Dimensions | 4.17 × 4.17 × 1.14 in |
Always follow the current Potter installation documentation and applicable fire alarm codes for installation and testing.
Key Features
Conventional Zone Interface
Connects compatible conventional initiating devices to a Potter addressable fire alarm system.
Class A / Class B
Supports one Class A circuit or two Class B circuits according to the installation configuration.
Single SLC Address
The module communicates with the addressable system using one SLC address.
Supervised Power
Monitors the required 24VDC auxiliary power connection.
Compact Design
Designed for installation in standard 4-inch square or double-gang boxes.
PAD Addressable Protocol
Designed for Potter addressable fire alarm systems using the PAD protocol.
Product Documents
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