C-TEC CAST Compact Wall VAD Red (CTEC-CA458A/SR)

Description

The C-TEC CAST Compact Wall VAD Red (CTEC-CA458A/SR) is an addressable visual alarm device designed for use with C-TEC CAST-compatible fire alarm systems. This compact wall-mounted VAD provides a clear visual warning during a fire alarm condition, helping alert occupants where visual alarm notification is required. The device features a red housing with a white LED and is designed for indoor applications with an IP21C Type A rating.

The CA458A/SR provides W-3-3.1 light distribution when wall mounted and can also provide C-3-8 coverage when ceiling mounted, offering flexibility for different fire alarm system layouts. Its white LED operates with a 0.5Hz flash rate and the device is certified to EN 54-23 for visual alarm devices, while the integrated short-circuit loop isolator provides additional loop protection. It operates from 27–40V DC and has a typical quiescent current of approximately 460µA.

Compact and practical, the C-TEC CAST Compact Wall VAD measures approximately 102mm in diameter and 63mm deep, making it suitable where a discreet visual alarm device is required. The CA458A/SR is designed specifically for C-TEC’s CAST addressable fire alarm technology and is an ideal choice for compatible commercial and building fire alarm applications where dependable visual notification is required.

Key Features

• C-TEC CAST addressable visual alarm device (VAD)
• Red housing suitable for fire alarm applications
• EN 54-23 certified visual alarm device
• LPCB certified to EN 54-17 and EN 54-23
• Kiwa Telefication certified to EN 54-13
• W-3-3.1 light distribution when wall mounted
• C-3-8 light distribution when ceiling mounted
• White LED with 0.5Hz flash rate
• Built-in short-circuit loop isolator
• 27–40V DC operating voltage with approximately 460µA typical quiescent current