Gent Nano Single Loop Control Panel. Non networkable. Batteries not included - requires 2 x 4015-501-YFR (Power Sonic Flame Retardant 12V 7Ah) to meet compliance regulations.
| Part no. | NANO-24 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gent |
| Range | Nano |
| Sub-range | Nano Panels |
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At a glance
- One addressable loopConnect up to 127 devices, with the final device mix determined by loop loading and cable constraints.
- Display and zone indicationAn eight-line, 40-character backlit LCD works with 16 zone LEDs and a local event buzzer.
- Two master alarm circuitsEach conventional sounder circuit operates at nominal 24V with a maximum load of 200mA.
- Separate fire and fault relaysEach output has voltage-free changeover contacts rated at 1A at 24Vdc.
- Repeater, printer and commissioning connectionsRS485 supports repeat indicators, RS232 connects a printer, and USB connects the Nano commissioning tool.
- Surface or recessed installationMount the panel on the wall or use NANO-FLUSH for semi-flush mounting. Standby batteries are ordered separately.
Description
The Gent NANO-24 is a single loop addressable fire alarm control panel for up to 127 devices, subject to loop loading. Its backlit display and 16 zone LEDs show system events, with a local buzzer for fire and fault alerts. Two master alarm circuits drive conventional sounders, while separate fire and fault relays provide changeover contacts for external equipment. The panel works as a standalone fire alarm system and supports repeat indicators through RS485. It mounts on the wall or uses the NANO-FLUSH bezel for a recessed fit. Batteries are ordered separately: two 4015-501-YFR 12V 7Ah flame-retardant units are required.
The NANO-24 controls one analogue addressable loop with up to 127 devices. The usable device mix depends on electrical loading and cable constraints. Sensors, manual call points, sounders and interface units share the loop. S-Cubed and S-Quad VADs operate at their low setting on Nano systems. A backlit LCD with eight lines of 40 characters displays events, while 16 zone LEDs identify the affected zone. The first fire zone flashes. Device location labels can contain up to 32 characters, and a local buzzer announces fire and fault events. Controls are protected by a PIN.
Read the full technical description
The NANO-24 controls one analogue addressable loop with up to 127 devices. The usable device mix depends on electrical loading and cable constraints. Sensors, manual call points, sounders and interface units share the loop. S-Cubed and S-Quad VADs operate at their low setting on Nano systems. A backlit LCD with eight lines of 40 characters displays events, while 16 zone LEDs identify the affected zone. The first fire zone flashes. Device location labels can contain up to 32 characters, and a local buzzer announces fire and fault events. Controls are protected by a PIN.
Two master alarm circuits supply conventional alarm sounders at a nominal 24V, with a maximum of 200mA per circuit. Each circuit needs a 10K end-of-line resistor, including when unused. Separate fire and fault relays each provide voltage-free changeover contacts rated at 1A at 24Vdc. The fire relay energises on fire; the fault relay is normally energised and drops out on a fault. A monitored external evacuation input activates the sector alarms, master alarms and fire output. The class change input activates the configured sectors.
The panel is non-networkable. Its RS485 port connects up to four repeat indicators. When only one repeat indicator is connected, it can use the panel’s 24V supply. Multiple repeat indicators need a separate 24V supply. The furthest repeat indicator can be up to 1km of cable from the panel. An RS232 port connects an external printer at 9600 baud. The USB port connects the Nano commissioning tool for system configuration. Nano V3 systems with MCB V3.12 use the V3.0 Nano tool; the SMS SentriONE tool is not interchangeable. Historical events can be retrieved through the Nano tool and saved or printed.
The panel uses a 230Vac mains supply at 50/60Hz. Standby batteries are not included: two 4015-501-YFR Power Sonic flame-retardant 12V 7Ah batteries are required separately. The 24-hour standby period plus 30 minutes of alarm operation depends on the calculated system load. The auxiliary 24V output supplies up to 200mA, and any load connected to it contributes to the standby calculation.
The enclosure measures 419mm high, 347mm wide and 85.5mm deep, with an approximate weight of 3.12kg excluding batteries. It is IP30 and operates from -5 to +40°C. Surface mounting uses three backbox fixing points, with 13 top and two rear cable entries. For semi-flush mounting, NANO-FLUSH fits a wall aperture 347mm wide by 406mm high and at least 75mm deep. Three 5mm screws secure the backbox to the surround and are not included with the bezel.
Specifications
| Device type | Analogue addressable fire alarm control panel |
|---|---|
| Power source | 230Vac mains with separately ordered standby batteries |
| Loop count | 1 |
| Addressable device capacity | Up to 127, subject to loop loading and cable constraints |
| Display | Backlit LCD, 8 lines x 40 characters |
| Zone indication | 16 zone LEDs; first fire zone flashes |
| Device labels | Up to 32 characters per device |
| Master alarm circuits | 2 x nominal 24V, maximum 200mA per circuit |
| Fire relay | 1 set of voltage-free changeover contacts, 1A at 24Vdc; normally de-energised |
| Fault relay | 1 set of voltage-free changeover contacts, 1A at 24Vdc; normally energised |
| External evacuation input | Monitored for open and short circuits; switch up to 100m cable distance |
| Class change input | Activates configured sectors |
| Repeat indicator connection | RS485; up to 4 indicators; furthest up to 1km cable distance |
| Repeat indicator supply | Panel 24V supply only when one indicator is connected; separate 24V supply for multiple indicators |
| Printer connection | RS232, 9600 baud |
| Commissioning connection | USB, Nano commissioning tool |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary supply | 24V, maximum 200mA; load affects standby duration |
| Mains supply | 230Vac -15%/+10%, 50/60Hz |
| Mains input current | 0.45A |
| Standby batteries | 2 x 4015-501-YFR Power Sonic flame-retardant 12V 7Ah |
| Battery inclusion | Batteries not included |
| Standby duration | 24 hours plus 30 minutes alarm, subject to system loading calculation |
| Dimensions | 419mm high x 347mm wide x 85.5mm deep |
| Weight excluding batteries | Approximately 3.12kg |
| Operating temperature | -5 to +40°C |
| Storage temperature | -10 to +55°C |
| Relative humidity | Up to 93%, non-condensing, at +5 to +45°C |
| Ingress protection | IP30 |
| Mounting | Surface or semi-flush with NANO-FLUSH; top and rear cable entries |
Specifications per manufacturer documentation, subject to change. E&OE.
Standards and approvals
| Standard | What it covers |
|---|---|
| LPCB approved | Approved by the Loss Prevention Certification Board for fire detection and alarm system products. |
| EN 54-2:1997 + A1:2006 | |
| EN 54-4:1997 + A2:2006 | |
| LPCB certificate 042bc |
Approval body: BRE Global Limited (Loss Prevention Certification Board), notified body 2831.
Documents
| Document | Type | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation manual (NANO-24, NANO-FLUSH, PRINTER-HAND, S3-S-R, S3EP-S-R, S3EP-V-VAD-HPR-R, S3EP-V-VAD-HPW-R, S3EP-VAD-HPR-R, S4-34440-12, S4-711-V, S4-711-V-VAD-HPR, S4-711-V-VAD-HPW, S4-711-V-VAD-LPR, S4-711-VAD-HPR, S4-720-V-VAD-HPR, S4-780-S, S4-911-V-VAD-HPW) | Installation | 5.7 MB | Download PDF |
Optional accessories
- NANO-FLUSHFlush Mounting Bezel for Nano-24NANO-FLUSH Flush Surround for the Nano Control panel£132.16ex VAT£158.59 inc VATIn stock
- PRINTER-HANDHand Held Printer - Thermal Type 58mmPRINTER-HAND Handheld serial thermal printer (Print option only applicable if a printer is£1,131.03ex VAT£1,357.24 inc VATIn stock
- PRINTER-H-PAPERSpare Paper Roll - 58mmPRINTER-H-PAPER Thermal paper for the handheld printer£25.47ex VAT£30.56 inc VATIn stock
Spares & replacement parts
- VCS-PSU-NReplacement PSU for Compact Control PanelReplacement PSU PCB assembly for the Nano panel (NANO-24).£344.43ex VAT£413.32 inc VATIn stock
FAQs
Are batteries included with NANO-24?
Batteries are supplied separately from the NANO-24 panel. It requires two 4015-501-YFR Power Sonic flame-retardant 12V 7Ah batteries for standby power. The system can provide 24 hours of standby followed by 30 minutes of alarm operation when the connected loads meet the battery calculation. Include the loop devices, master alarm circuits and any equipment using the auxiliary 24V output in that calculation. During normal operation, the panel and its loop take their power from the mains supply.
How many devices can the NANO-24 loop support?
The NANO-24 has one addressable loop with a maximum of 127 devices. The final quantity and mix depend on electrical loading and cable constraints, so the address limit is only one part of the system calculation. Compatible device types include sensors, manual call points, sounders and interface units. S-Cubed and S-Quad VADs use their low setting on Nano systems. Each loop device can have a location label of up to 32 characters to identify it on the panel display.
What alarm and relay outputs does NANO-24 provide?
NANO-24 has two master alarm circuits for conventional alarm sounders, each rated at nominal 24V and a maximum of 200mA. Each circuit uses a 10K end-of-line resistor, including circuits left unused. Separate fire and fault relays provide changeover contacts rated at 1A at 24Vdc. The fire relay energises during a fire event, while the normally energised fault relay drops out on a fault. The external evacuation input activates the sector alarms, both master alarms and the fire output.
Can NANO-24 be networked or connected to repeat indicators?
NANO-24 is a standalone, non-networkable control panel. Its RS485 port supports up to four repeat indicators, with the furthest indicator up to 1km of cable from the panel. When only one repeat indicator is connected, it can use the panel’s 24V supply. Multiple repeat indicators need a separate 24V supply. The repeater connection must be enabled during commissioning. These indicators display Nano system events remotely. Separate RS232 and USB ports connect an external printer and the Nano commissioning tool respectively.
How is NANO-24 mounted and commissioned?
NANO-24 can be mounted on the wall or recessed with the NANO-FLUSH bezel. Surface mounting uses the three backbox fixing points, and cables enter through the top or rear. The flush option needs a 347mm wide by 406mm high wall aperture, at least 75mm deep. Configuration uses the Nano commissioning tool through USB. For Nano V3 systems with MCB V3.12, the tool is V3.0. The Gent Nano tool and the SMS SentriONE tool are separate applications and are not interchangeable.