ActiV Conventional Weatherproof Hi-Output 100dB(A) Wall Sounder (IP55)

The ActiV Conventional Weatherproof Hi-Output 100dB(A) Wall Sounder (IP55) is a robust, high-performance fire alarm sounder specifically designed to deliver reliable audible warning in both indoor and outdoor environments. Built for use with conventional fire alarm systems, this weatherproof wall-mounted sounder produces an impressive 100dB(A) sound output at 1 metre, ensuring fire alarm signals are clearly heard across commercial, industrial, residential, and public buildings, even in challenging environmental conditions. Its durable construction and IP55-rated enclosure make it an ideal choice for installations exposed to dust, moisture, and harsh weather.

Manufactured by C-TEC in the UK, the ActiV Weatherproof Wall Sounder is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern fire detection systems. It is fully compatible with C-TEC’s CFP, FP, MFP, and EP203 conventional fire alarm control panels, as well as many other compatible conventional systems following appropriate compatibility testing. This flexibility makes it suitable for both new installations and retrofit projects across a wide range of applications.

Designed to provide effective emergency notification, the sounder features 31 selectable primary alarm tones and an optional secondary tone, allowing installers to configure the most appropriate audible warning for different building types and regional fire safety regulations. An integrated two-level volume control (High and Low) provides additional flexibility, enabling sound output to be optimized for various environments while minimizing unnecessary noise where lower volume is appropriate.

Despite its powerful acoustic performance, the ActiV Weatherproof Sounder is designed with low power consumption, making it suitable for larger conventional fire alarm systems. Operating on a 18–30V DC power supply, it typically consumes only 4mA at 30V DC, with a maximum alarm current of 6mA, helping reduce the overall electrical load on the fire alarm control panel while maintaining reliable performance.

One of the key advantages of this sounder is its IP55 weatherproof rating, which provides excellent protection against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction. This makes it ideal for installation in covered outdoor areas, loading bays, parking facilities, warehouses, factories, schools, hospitals, hotels, shopping centres, industrial plants, and other locations where environmental protection is essential. The rugged housing is designed to withstand demanding conditions while ensuring dependable long-term operation.

The sounder is third-party certified to EN54-3 by the LPCB (Loss Prevention Certification Board), ensuring compliance with internationally recognised standards for fire alarm sounders. This certification guarantees reliable operation and gives installers, consultants, and building owners confidence that the device meets stringent fire safety performance requirements.

Configuration is quick and straightforward using an integrated 8-way DIP switch, allowing installers to easily select alarm tones and volume settings during installation or maintenance. This simplifies commissioning and provides flexibility when adapting the system to changing building requirements.

Designed for dependable year-round operation, the ActiV Weatherproof Hi-Output Wall Sounder operates within a temperature range of -10°C to +55°C and up to 95% non-condensing humidity. Its durable weather-resistant enclosure ensures consistent performance even in demanding environmental conditions, making it suitable for both internal and external protected installations.

Whether installed in commercial premises, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, educational institutions, healthcare buildings, hotels, residential developments, or outdoor service areas, the ActiV Conventional Weatherproof Hi-Output 100dB(A) Wall Sounder (IP55) delivers powerful audible performance, excellent environmental protection, low power consumption, and internationally certified fire safety compliance. Its combination of high sound output, flexible configuration, weatherproof construction, and reliable operation makes it an outstanding choice for professional conventional fire alarm installations where dependable emergency notification is essential.