OpalTM Addressable Beam Detector

Data Sheet

The Opal addressable beam detector is an intelligent reflector The Infra-Red transmitter generates a beam of light towards
type linear optical beam smoke detector designed to operate a high efficiency reflector. The reflector returns the beam to
with Notifier addressable fire alarm systems. It operates the receiver where an analysis of the received signal is made.
primarily on the principle of light obscuration utilising infra-red The change in the strength of the received signal is used to
light. determine the alarm condition.

Features Installation
• 5 – 100m operating range, designed for the protection of
Each beam detector set is supplied with a reflector for up to
buildings such as shopping centres, heritage buildings,
70 Metres measuring just 20cm x 23cm. A kit comprising of 3
warehouses and other structures with large open spaces
additional reflectors is also available, extending the range to
• Easy set-up and calibration with visual aids for both coarse 100 Metres.
and fine adjustment
• Loop powered with built in isolation for system mapping Alignment of the detector is simplified with the aid of the
• Utilizes the advanced Opal digital protocol whilst remaining detector’s “gunsight” targeting device. Alignment of the detector
backward compatible with existing Notifier systems with the reflector can then be “fine tuned” with the aid of a
numerical signal strength indicator.
• The NFXI-BEAM-T Beam Detector features a unique
remote test capability that fully tests both the optics and the
The beam detector uses advanced algorithms to sample the
electronics of the device. This means there’s no need to hire
environment and to adjust its sensitivity and alarm thresholds
a platform to give high level access to the device in testing.
automatically. This provides optimum sensitivity within an
• Two automatically variable sensitivity modes compensate unstable environment. The detector incorporates automatic drift
for short term environmental changes compensation, whereby the detector will adjust its detection
• Automatic drift compensation compensates for long term thresholds in line with any long term signal reduction of the
sensitivity changes caused by environmental factors beam caused by contamination of the optical surface.
• Four fixed sensitivity levels

Opal beam detectors are combined transmitter/receiver units, which

can be directly connected to a Notifier Opal protocol addressable
loop. The NFXI-BEAM is entirely loop powered without the need of
a separate local power supply. The unique servo test feature of the
NFXI-BEAM-T requires 24Vdc @ 0.5A.
This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes. Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document but no liability ISO9001
can be accepted for the use of the information therein. Design features may be changed or amended without prior notice. Design, Manufacture and
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NOTIFIER. Charles Avenue, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9UF. United Kingdom ISO9001:1994
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Opal Series Addressable Beam Detectors
The Opal beam detector is loop powered from any Notifier addressable fire alarm control panel. The Opal NFXI-
BEAM-T Beam detector has traditional loop communications, but as it includes the remote test option it requires an
external 24VDC power supply.

A number of mounting options and range extensions are available to allow installation in any environment.

Each beam detector set is supplied with a reflector for up to 70 Metres measuring just 20cm x 23cm. A kit
comprising of 3 additional reflectors is also available, extending the range to 100 Metres.

Specifications
NFXI-BEAM and NFXI-BEAM-T Addressable Beam Detectors
Mechanical Specification Electrical Specification
• Dimensions: • Current Consumption
Height: 254 mm Typical Standby : 2mA @ 24Vdc
Width: 190 mm (No communications, LED off)
Depth: 84 mm
• Weight: 1.77 kg Maximum Alarm Current : 8.5mA @ 24Vdc
(LED on)
• Max Wire Gauge for Terminals: 2.0mm 2

• Colour: White trim, black box • Operating Voltage: 15 to 32Vdc (24Vdc Nominal)
• System Indicators: Standby, fault and alarm LEDs
Environmental Specifications
visible from the front and bottom
• Material • Operating temperature -30°C to +55°C
Trim: Bayblend FR110 • Relative humidity: 0% to 95%, non-condensing
Lens cover: Lexan
Backbox: Noryl • Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: IP54
• Reflector 200 x 230mm
5 - 70m range, supplied as standard
Approvals

• CPD to EN54-12, LPCB, VdS, BOSEC, AFNOR, VNIIPO

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Product Range at a Glance
Part Number
Loop powered reflective IR beam, complete with reflector for up to 70 metres.
Use 6500-LRK for 70 to 100 metres. NFXI-BEAM

Loop powered reflective IR beam with servo test feature, complete with reflector for up to 70 metres. Use
NFXI-BEAM-T
6500-LRK for 70 to 100 metres.

Surface Mount Kit for IR reflective beam. Allows direct surface cable entry. 6500-SMK

Multi Mount Kit for IR reflective beam. Provides ceiling and wall mount swivel bracket. Note : requires 6500-SMK. 6500-MMK

Long range reflector kit for 70 to 100 metres. 6500-LRK

Remote test key switch for beam detectors 6500RTS-KEY

Heater kit for beam unit BEAMHK

Heater kit for reflector unit BEAMHKR

Charles Avenue T: +44 (0) 116 246 2255

Burgess Hill F: +44 (0) 116 246 2210
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