VESDA VLF-500-00 Aspirated Smoke Detector, 500 m² Areas

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- VESDA
- Manufacturer part number
- VLF-500-00
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Overview
What it is and how it fits the system.
The VESDA VLF-500-00 is a laser based aspirated smoke detector for small, critical environments, and it monitors areas up to 500 m². Supply Voltage 24 VDC nominal, IP Rating IP30, weight 2 kg, single pipe length 50 m max.
Technical overview
VLF-500-00 is the VESDA VLF-500 early warning air sampling smoke detector. It incorporates world leading VESDA very early warning laser based aspirated smoke detection technology and provides localized fire risk management solutions for small, critical environments.
The manufacturer states that the VLF-500 monitors areas up to 500 m² (5380 sq. ft.) dependant on local codes and standards. Alert and Action are 0.025 - 2.0% obs/m, and Fire 1, Fire 2 are 0.025 - 20% obs/m. Up to 18 000 events stored.
Supply Voltage 24 VDC nominal (18 - 30 VDC), with Power Consumption at 24 VDC of 9.8 W nominal and 11.7 W in alarm. Dimensions (WHD) 256 mm x 183 mm x 92 mm, weight 2 kg and IP Rating IP30. Detector Ambient 0°C to 38°C and humidity (non-condensing) 5% to 95%. Air inlet pipe OD 25 mm, single pipe length 50 m max., and 5-8 sampling holes pre-engineered.
Specifications
Full technical data for this part.
| Detection type | Single Criteria, smoke and duct detector |
|---|---|
| Standards | ULC-S529, Smoke Detectors for Fire Alarm Systems |
| Certification | UL Certificate of Compliance, USL, CNL |
| Certificate number | S5198 |
| Report reference | S5198-20210422 |
| Certificate date | 2023-March-7 |
| Certified for canada | Smoke Detectors for Special Applications, Certified for Canada |
| Model designation | VLF-500-00-UL |
Specifications sourced from manufacturer documentation.
Specifications per manufacturer documentation, subject to change — E&OE. Spotted an inaccuracy? Let us know
Optional accessories
Optional additions — this product works without them.
VLF-500 Aspirator Assembly (2 fans)
compatible / works with: VLF-500 Aspirator Assembly (2 fans)

VESDAnet Card for FOCUS
Optional VESDAnet Interface Card for the VLF-500.

Multi-function Control Card
Optional Multifunction Control Card (MCC) for the VLF-500.

Multi-function Control Card with MPO
Optional Multifunction Control Card (MCC) with Monitored Powered Output for the VLF-500.

In-Line Filter Grey
Approved Xtralis in-line filter (Grey) for the VLF-500 detector.

In-Line Filter Red
Approved Xtralis in-line filter (Red) for the VLF-500 detector.