Edwards 3-FTCU EST Firefighters Telephone Control Unit for EST3 Systems
Edwards EST · Fire & Life Safety
Description The Edwards EST 3-FTCU Firefighters Telephone Control Unit provides supervised two-way communication for emergency responders within EST3 fire alarm systems. It offers isolated and reliable audio inputs for firefighter telephones, local microphones, and remote microphones to ensure clear communication during emergencies. Technical Specifications Condition New/Never Used Surplus Brand Edwards EST Category Fire Alarm Systems Part Number 3-FTCU Subcategory Firefighters Telephone Control Unit Cabinet Installation One chassis space Rack Dimensions 12.0 x 19.0 x 5.25 in (30.48 x 48.26 x 13.34 cm) Standby Current 112 mA Alarm Current 112 mA Memory Options 3-ASUMX/nn (nn = minutes of messages) Ground Fault Impedance 0.1 Ω Audio Channels 8 simultaneous digital channels Audio Inputs Local microphone (isolated/supervised), remote microphone (isolated/supervised), firefighter’s telephone (isolated/supervised) System Integration Seamlessly integrates with EST3 audio system Application Mass Notification, Emergency Communication, Firefighter telephone operation Standards Compliance NFPA 72 Construction Rugged, durable design for critical applications Weight 15 lbs Information About 3-FTCU The 3-FTCU is a Firefighters Telephone Control Unit designed for integration with Edwards EST3 fire alarm and emergency communication systems. It provides supervised two-way voice communication for firefighter telephones, local microphones, and remote microphones, ensuring reliable communication during emergency events. The module supports up to eight digital audio channels, taking advantage of EST3’s efficient audio transmission over twisted pair or fiber optic connections. Its space-saving design, durable build, and full system compatibility make it an essential element in maintaining life safety standards and ensuring code compliance in commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. Key Features: Supervised Firefighter Communications: Provides isolated and monitored audio connections for dedicated firefighter telephones. Multi-Audio Input Support: Accepts input from local microphones, remote microphones, and firefighter handsets for flexible communication options. Eight Audio Channels: Handles up to eight simultaneous digital audio channels distributed over simple wiring or fiber. Seamless EST3 Integration: Designed for direct compatibility with Edwards EST3 audio systems for efficient setup and reliable operation. Compact Chassis Installation: Occupies one chassis space, optimizing cabinet space while maintaining full functionality. NFPA 72 Compliance: Meets code requirements for firefighter telephone operation in life safety systems. Rugged Construction: Built with durable materials to ensure long-term dependability in demanding environments. Quick Serviceability: Facilitates easy maintenance and replacement of firefighter phone assemblies when required. Flexible Application: Suitable for Mass Notification/Emergency Communications (MNEC) as well as fire alarm operations. The 3-FTCU delivers the reliability and precision required for emergency responder communication in advanced fire alarm and life safety systems.
Brand: Edwards EST · Category: Fire & Life Safety
Key features
- Supervised Firefighter Communications: Provides isolated and monitored audio connections for dedicated firefighter telephones.
- Multi-Audio Input Support: Accepts input from local microphones, remote microphones, and firefighter handsets for flexible communication options.
- Eight Audio Channels: Handles up to eight simultaneous digital audio channels distributed over simple wiring or fiber.
- Seamless EST3 Integration: Designed for direct compatibility with Edwards EST3 audio systems for efficient setup and reliable operation.
- Compact Chassis Installation: Occupies one chassis space, optimizing cabinet space while maintaining full functionality.
- NFPA 72 Compliance: Meets code requirements for firefighter telephone operation in life safety systems.
- Rugged Construction: Built with durable materials to ensure long-term dependability in demanding environments.
- Quick Serviceability: Facilitates easy maintenance and replacement of firefighter phone assemblies when required.
- Flexible Application: Suitable for Mass Notification/Emergency Communications (MNEC) as well as fire alarm operations.
Specifications
| Manufacturer part number | 3-FTCU |
|---|---|
| Condition | New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand | Edwards EST |
| Category | Fire Alarm Systems |
| Part Number | 3-FTCU |
| Subcategory | Firefighters Telephone Control Unit |
| Cabinet Installation | One chassis space |
| Rack Dimensions | 12.0 x 19.0 x 5.25 in (30.48 x 48.26 x 13.34 cm) |
| Standby Current | 112 mA |
| Alarm Current | 112 mA |
| Memory Options | 3-ASUMX/nn (nn = minutes of messages) |
| Ground Fault Impedance | 0.1 Ω |
| Audio Channels | 8 simultaneous digital channels |
| Audio Inputs | Local microphone (isolated/supervised), remote microphone (isolated/supervised), firefighter’s telephone (isolated/supervised) |
| System Integration | Seamlessly integrates with EST3 audio system |
| Application | Mass Notification, Emergency Communication, Firefighter telephone operation |
| Standards Compliance | NFPA 72 |
| Construction | Rugged, durable design for critical applications |
| Weight | 15 lbs |
| Product type | Firefighters Telephone Control Unit |
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