Gent Evac Smart EACIE 4 BS8629 Panel (48 Zone) Loop based, requires FACP, excluding Gerda box. Includes Battery
| Part no. | EACIE4 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gent |
| Range | EACIE Panel |
| Sub-range | Evac Smart Panel |
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At a glance
- 48 evacuation zonesFour 12-zone fascia sections provide 48 separate zone controls in the EACIE4.
- Individual zone switchesEach of the 48 zones has its own switch for the Fire and Rescue Service to activate or silence the alarms in that zone.
- Separate evacuation and fault LEDsRed evacuation and yellow fault LEDs sit beside each EACIE4 zone switch, keeping the two indications distinct.
- Panel status and buzzer controlsMains power, power fault and general fault indicators share the upper panel strip with a buzzer silence button operated by a four-second press.
- Site zone labelsThe EvacSmart range supports engraved floor, flat or zone labels. The EACIE4 has building-name space below its four zone-control sections.
- Battery includedThe EACIE4 includes its battery and requires a dedicated FACP. It fits inside a separately supplied GERDA enclosure.
Description
The Gent EACIE4 is a 48-zone EvacSmart evacuation alert panel for manual control by the Fire and Rescue Service. Its four 12-zone fascia sections have a switch for each zone, with red evacuation and yellow fault LEDs beside it. Labels can be engraved to match the floors, flats or zones on site. The panel requires a dedicated fire alarm control panel and fits inside a separate GERDA enclosure. It is supplied with a battery; the GERDA enclosure is excluded. Mains power, power fault and general fault indicators sit above the zone controls, alongside a button that silences the panel buzzer.
The EACIE4 provides 48 evacuation zones across four 12-zone fascia sections. The front layout has four sections in two columns, with zones 1-24 on the left and 25-48 on the right. Each zone has its own evacuation switch and separate evacuation and fault LEDs. The EvacSmart range supports engraved zone descriptions to identify floors, flats or zones, with space below each section for the building name.
Read the full technical description
The EACIE4 provides 48 evacuation zones across four 12-zone fascia sections. The front layout has four sections in two columns, with zones 1-24 on the left and 25-48 on the right. Each zone has its own evacuation switch and separate evacuation and fault LEDs. The EvacSmart range supports engraved zone descriptions to identify floors, flats or zones, with space below each section for the building name.
The EACIE4 requires a dedicated fire alarm control panel, or FACP. The EvacSmart system uses a Vigilon FACP with at least two loops: one connects the EACIE controls, while a separate loop serves the sounders and visual alarm devices through T-breaker runs. The evacuation system is separate from the building fire detection system. The FACP is located in a secure area near the EACIE for access by service personnel.
The 48 switches let the Fire and Rescue Service select the zones to evacuate. Moving a switch to the right activates the alarms in its zone; moving it left silences that zone. A flashing red LED indicates evacuation and a yellow LED indicates a zone fault. The common panel indicators show mains power, a mains or battery fault, and general system fault. Holding the buzzer button for four seconds silences the panel buzzer.
The EACIE4 is supplied with a battery and excludes the GERDA enclosure. EvacSmart panels install inside the separately supplied GERDA security enclosure, using the external panel brackets and the enclosure H-bracket studs. M6 nuts and washers secure the panel in place. The installer provides the cable, glands and associated installation accessories. The mains connection requires an unswitched 5 A fused spur and protective earthing.
The EvacSmart range operates from 230 V mains at 50 or 60 Hz, with a supply tolerance of -15% to +10% and a single 12 V, 7 Ah sealed lead acid backup battery. Its enclosure dimensions are 448 mm wide, 501 mm high and 181 mm deep, with a RAL 7035 finish. Range operating limits are -5 °C to +40 °C and up to 90% non-condensing relative humidity at +5 °C to +40 °C; storage limits are -10 °C to +55 °C.
Commissioning the EvacSmart system links each EACIE4 zone switch to its corresponding sector through a command build. Devices on a floor use matching zone and sector numbers. The EACIE MRC uses zone 128 without a sector assignment, sector links are removed, and a separate command build provides buzzer silencing. Individual sounder tests, detailed fault information and the event log are accessed at the dedicated FACP. A connected Honeywell CLSS Gateway also provides access through the CLSS App or Site Manager.
Specifications
| Product range | Gent EvacSmart BS8629 evacuation alert system |
|---|---|
| Evacuation zones | 48 |
| Fascia sections | 4 × 12 zones |
| Zone controls | 48 individual evacuation switches |
| Zone evacuation indication | 48 red LEDs |
| Zone fault indication | 48 yellow LEDs |
| Common indicators | Mains power on, power fault and general fault |
| Buzzer silence | Press and hold for 4 seconds |
| Zone identification | EvacSmart range: engraved floor, flat or zone descriptions |
| Building identification | Name space below each of the 4 fascia sections |
| System arrangement | EvacSmart range: dedicated manual evacuation system |
| Control panel requirement | Dedicated FACP required |
| GERDA enclosure | Required separately; excluded from supply |
| Battery supply | Included |
| Power source | EvacSmart range: mains supply with battery backup |
| Mains supply | EvacSmart range: 230 V, -15%/+10%, 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Mains input current | EvacSmart range: 1.4 A |
| Mains connection | EvacSmart range: unswitched 5 A fused spur |
| PSU fuse | EvacSmart range: FS3 T3.15AH250V, ceramic, 20 × 5 mm |
| Backup battery | EvacSmart range: one 12 V, 7 Ah sealed lead acid, fire-rated battery |
| Enclosure dimensions | EvacSmart range: 448 W × 501 H × 181 D mm |
| Enclosure finish | EvacSmart range: RAL 7035 |
| Operating temperature | EvacSmart range: -5 °C to +40 °C |
| Storage temperature | EvacSmart range: -10 °C to +55 °C |
| Relative humidity | EvacSmart range: up to 90%, non-condensing, at +5 °C to +40 °C |
| Mounting | EvacSmart range: external brackets on GERDA H-bracket studs |
| Individual sounder testing | EvacSmart system: at the dedicated FACP |
| Event log | EvacSmart system: at the dedicated FACP |
| MRC configuration | EvacSmart system: zone 128; no sector assignment |
Specifications per manufacturer documentation, subject to change. E&OE.
Documents
| Document | Type | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation manual (EACIE1, EACIE2, EACIE3, EACIE4) | Installation | 37.5 MB | Download PDF |
Optional accessories
- EACIE1Evac Smart EACIE 1 BS8629 Panel (12 Zone) Loop based, requires FACP, excluding Gerda box. Includes BatteryAlternative - smaller EACIE version (12 zone single panel) selectable by building design.£4,801.68ex VAT£5,762.02 inc VATIn stock
- EACIE2Evac Smart EACIE 2 BS8629 Panel (24 Zone) Loop based, requires FACP, excluding Gerda box. Includes BatteryAlternative - smaller EACIE version (24 zone double panel) selectable by building design.£5,936.89ex VAT£7,124.27 inc VATIn stock
- EACIE3Evac Smart EACIE 3 BS8629 Panel (36 Zone) Loop based, requires FACP, excluding Gerda box. Includes BatteryAlternative - smaller EACIE version (36 zone three panels) selectable by building design.£7,227.22ex VAT£8,672.66 inc VATIn stock
FAQs
How are the EACIE4 controls arranged?
The EACIE4 has 48 evacuation zones arranged across four 12-zone fascia sections. Its layout uses four sections in two columns, with zones 1-24 on the left and 25-48 on the right. Every zone has an individual switch, a red evacuation LED and a yellow fault LED. The EvacSmart range supports engraved descriptions for the floors, flats or zones served by those controls. Building-name space sits below each fascia section, while the common power indicators and buzzer silence button sit above the zone controls.
Does the EACIE4 need a separate fire alarm control panel?
Yes. The EACIE4 requires a dedicated FACP as part of the EvacSmart evacuation system. The range uses a Vigilon control panel with at least two loops, separating the EACIE controls from the sounder and visual alarm device loop. The building fire detection system remains independent of the evacuation system. The FACP is positioned in a secure area close to the EACIE, where service personnel can access individual sounder tests, detailed fault information and the event log.
What comes with the EACIE4, and is GERDA included?
The EACIE4 includes a battery, while the GERDA security enclosure is supplied separately. EvacSmart panels fit inside that enclosure using the panel mounting brackets and the GERDA H-bracket studs, secured with M6 nuts and washers. A dedicated FACP is also required for the evacuation system. The installer supplies the cables, glands and associated installation accessories. Across the EvacSmart range, the electrical arrangement uses a mains supply and a single 12 V, 7 Ah sealed lead acid backup battery.
How does the Fire and Rescue Service operate the EACIE4?
The EACIE4 gives the Fire and Rescue Service an individual switch for each of its 48 zones. Moving a switch right activates the alarms in that zone; returning it left silences them. A flashing red LED indicates evacuation, while the separate yellow LED indicates a zone fault. Common indicators show mains power, power faults and general system faults. The panel buzzer can be silenced by pressing and holding its button for four seconds.
How are the EACIE4 zone switches configured?
Within the EvacSmart system, each EACIE4 switch is linked to the sector it controls through a command build. Devices serving a floor share matching zone and sector numbers. The EACIE MRC is assigned to zone 128 without a sector, and sector links are removed. A separate command build handles buzzer silencing. The dedicated FACP provides individual sounder testing and the event log, with additional access available through a connected Honeywell CLSS Gateway and the CLSS App or Site Manager.