C-TEC MFP 16 Zone Conventional Fire Alarm Panel (expandable to 28 zones) Part No. FF516

The C-TEC MFP 16 Zone Conventional Fire Alarm Panel (Part No. FF516) is a powerful, professional-grade fire alarm control panel designed for medium to large commercial and industrial buildings that require reliable, expandable fire detection and alarm management. Supplied as a 16-zone conventional fire alarm panel and expandable up to 28 zones, the FF516 offers exceptional flexibility for growing facilities while delivering the high performance and reliability expected from C-TEC’s trusted MFP range.

Engineered for offices, schools, hospitals, hotels, warehouses, factories, shopping centres, apartment complexes, and public buildings, the FF516 provides clear system monitoring, easy operation, and robust fire protection for a wide variety of applications.

Advanced Multi-Zone Fire Detection

The FF516 is designed to monitor 16 conventional fire alarm zones as standard, allowing installers to divide a building into multiple detection areas for faster fire identification and more efficient emergency response. As building requirements increase, the panel can be expanded up to 28 zones, making it an excellent long-term solution for growing facilities.

Each zone can support a wide range of conventional fire devices, including smoke detectors, heat detectors, multisensor detectors, and manual call points.

Clear LED Status Indication

The panel features a comprehensive front-panel display with high-visibility LED indicators for:

• Fire alarms

• Fault conditions

• Power status

• Zone alarms

• Zone faults

• System disablements

• Test conditions

This intuitive layout enables operators, maintenance personnel, and emergency responders to quickly identify the affected area and assess system status.

Powerful Sounder Control

The FF516 includes multiple monitored sounder circuits for controlling fire alarm sounders, bells, beacons, and other warning devices throughout the building.

These circuits are continuously monitored for open- and short-circuit faults, ensuring reliable alarm operation when needed most.

User-Friendly Operation

C-TEC designed the MFP series with simplicity in mind. The FF516 provides straightforward controls for:

• Silencing alarms

• Resetting the system

• Testing zones

• Enabling/disabling circuits

• Viewing faults and events

Access levels help prevent unauthorized operation while allowing maintenance engineers to perform servicing efficiently.

Expandable and Flexible

One of the key advantages of the FF516 is its expandability. Starting as a 16-zone panel, it can be upgraded to 28 zones using additional expansion modules, allowing the fire alarm system to grow alongside the building without replacing the entire control panel.

Reliable Power Supply and Battery Backup

The panel incorporates an EN54-compliant power supply with intelligent battery charging and monitoring. In the event of a mains power failure, the system automatically switches to standby batteries to maintain fire protection.

Continuous battery and power supervision helps ensure maximum system reliability.

Integration Capabilities

The FF516 provides relay outputs and interface options for connection to external systems such as:

• Building Management Systems (BMS)

• HVAC shutdown

• Door release systems

• Remote signaling equipment

• Fire brigade interfaces

• Alarm monitoring systems

Durable Professional Construction

Housed in a robust steel enclosure, the panel is built for long-term continuous operation in demanding commercial and industrial environments. The professional design provides easy access for installation, commissioning, and maintenance.

Typical Applications

The C-TEC FF516 is ideal for:

• Office buildings

• Schools and universities

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Hotels and hospitality venues

• Shopping centres

• Warehouses

• Factories and industrial plants

• Apartment complexes

• Public buildings

• Government facilities

Why Choose the C-TEC FF516?

The C-TEC MFP 16 Zone Conventional Fire Alarm Panel (FF516) combines expandability, reliability, ease of use, and professional-grade performance in a single solution. Its ability to grow from 16 to 28 zones makes it a cost-effective choice for organizations planning future expansion while maintaining full compliance with modern fire safety requirements.