esserbus transponder IQ8FCT XS

The IQ8FCT XS can be used as FCT (fire control transponder) to control and monitor external fire protection devices like fire dampers or as a technical alarm module (TAL) to monitor an external contact and control external load (*).

The transponder is connected on the esserbus / esserbus-PLus loop of fire control system FlexES Control, IQ8Control and Compact.

The IQ8FCT XS provides an integrated loop isolator, contact input as well as a relay output and a connector for parallel remote LED indicator.

The module is powered by the field bus and does not require external voltage supply.

In the FCT functionality a fire control device e.g. fire damper will be connected to the relay output of the IQ8FCT XS and controlled. Via the input the end positions of this external device are monitored according to the programming with configured runtime.

In the TAL functionality an external contact can be connected and monitored via the input of the IQ8FCT XS. In case of an activation of this contact, the address and programmed additional text of the corresponding technical alarm module IQ8FCT XS will be displayed. To monitor this contact an optional monitoring module (Part No. 804870) or alternatively an external resistor combination needs to be used. Cable length to the contact can be up to 500 meters.

For external indication of activation status, a parallel remote LED indicator (Part No. 781804, 781814 or 801824) can be connected (cable length up to 100 m).

The IQ8FCT XS can be mounted in the housing of the fire alarm control panel or in a switch cabinet on a top-hat rail or in optional surface-mounted housing (see accessories).(*) To control fire protection equipment the local and regional requirements / regulations must be observed.