Description
The Siemens FC901-U3 Fire Alarm Control Panel is a 50-point addressable system designed for small to mid-size fire protection applications. It includes the FCM901-U3 main board and the FP2011-U1 170-watt power supply, providing reliable detection, notification, and control functions. With support for multiple circuits, integrated DACT, and versatile programming, it ensures dependable fire safety performance.
Technical Specifications
| Condition |
New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand |
Siemens |
| Category |
Fire Alarm Systems |
|
Part Number
|
FC901-U3 |
| Subcategory |
Fire Alarm Control Panels |
| Manufacturer |
Siemens Industry, Inc. |
| Secondary Part Number |
FCM901-U3 (main board), FP2011-U1 (170W power supply) |
| Style |
Addressable |
| System Capacity |
50 addressable devices |
| Notification Circuits |
1 Class A or 2 Class B NACs |
| Power Supply |
170W, FP2011-U1 with surge and noise suppression |
| Communication |
Built-in DACT, RS-485 for remote annunciators |
| Optional Modules |
City-tie (FCI2020-U1), PAD-5, X-Series I/O |
| CO Detection |
Supported (not for Canada use) |
| Event Logging |
Downloads and prints system history and detector sensitivity |
| Display |
Supports 182-character display |
| Auxiliary Power |
Resettable and non-resettable 24 VDC outputs |
| Dimensions |
16.50 × 18.13 × 5.11 in |
| Unit of Measurement |
Each (EA) |
| Weight |
16 lbs |
Information About FC901-U3
The FC901-U3 is part of Siemens’ advanced addressable control panel lineup, built for applications requiring up to 50 devices. It comes as a complete electronics kit, combining the FCM901-U3 main board with the FP2011-U1 power supply, while the enclosure is sold separately. The system supports both Class A and Class B device loops, built-in digital alarm communication transmission, and integration with optional modules such as leased-line/city-tie connectivity. With features like remote annunciator support, CO detection capability, and programmable controls, it is well-suited for flexible installation in modern facilities.
Key Features:
- 50 Addressable Points: Supports one Class A or two Class B device loops for detection and monitoring.
- Integrated Power Supply: Includes FP2011-U1 170-watt power supply with surge and noise suppression.
- Notification Support: Provides one Class A or two Class B NACs for alarm signaling.
- Built-in DACT: Digital Alarm Communication Transmitter for direct reporting to monitoring centers.
- Expansion Options: Supports PAD-5, X-Series I/O, and optional leased-line/city-tie module (FCI2020-U1).
- CO Detection Capability: Compatible with carbon monoxide detection devices (not Canada-approved).
- User-Friendly Setup: Custom-configuration tool enables quick installation and programming.
- Communication Interfaces: RS-485 for remote annunciators and supervised printer output.
The FC901-U3 delivers the reliability and precision required for small to mid-size fire detection and control applications.
