Applications

The Commander3 Series is a low profile strobe and horn/strobe combination that offers dependable audible and visual alarms and the absolute lowest current available.

The GE3 Series 24 VDC offers tamperproof field selectable candela options of 15, 30, 60, 75, and 110 candela. The 12 VDC offers tamperproof field selectable candela options of 15, 30, 60, and 75 candela. The GEC3 horn/strobe offers a continuous or synchable temporal 3 in 2400Hz, mechanical and chime as well as a whoop tone. All tones are easy for the professional to change in the field by the use of switches.

The Commander3 Series is shipped with a standard 4" metal mounting plate which incorporates the popular Super-Slide® feature that allows the installer to easily test for supervision. The product also features a locking mechanism which secures the product to the bracket without any screws showing. The Commander3 also features the patented Checkmate® instant voltage verification feature which allows the installer to check the voltage drop draw and match it to the blueprint.

The GE3 Series appliances are ANSI/UL 464, ANSI/UL 1971, CAN/ULC S525 (24 VDC only) and/or CAN/ULC S526 (24 VDC only), is listed for use with fire protective systems and are warranted for three years from date of purchase.

Standard Features

• Nominal voltage 12 VDC and 24 VDC
• 24 VDC field selectable candelas: 15, 30, 60, 75 & 110
• 12 VDC field selectable candelas: 15, 30, 60 & 75
• Unit Dimensions: 5" (12.7 cm) high x 4.5" (11.43 cm) wide x 2.5" (6.35 cm) deep
• Super-Slide® Bracket, Ease of Supervision Testing
• Checkmate® Instant Voltage Verification
• Prewire entire system, install mounting bracket, then install signals
• Documented lower installation and operating costs
• Input terminals accept 12 to 18 AWG
• Horn/strobe switch selection for high or low dBA
• Horn/strobe switch for 2400 Hz, mechanical, chime and whoop tones
• Horn/strobe switch for continuous or temporal 3 (not available on whoop tone)
• Synchronize strobe and/or horn with Gentex AVSM Control Module
• Silence audible while visual appliance will remain flashing
• Tamperproof re-entrant style grill and locking screw (optional use)
• Surface mount with the GSB (Gentex Surface Mount Box)
• Faceplate available in red or off-white
• Wall mount