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Kidde | Genesis Ceiling ECS/MNS Strobe with Amber Lens and ALERT Markings, White Housing, Selectable Candela | GCWA-VMA

Kidde | Genesis Ceiling ECS/MNS Strobe with Amber Lens and ALERT Markings, White Housing, Selectable Candela | GCWA-VMA

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SKU:
KD-GCWA-VMA

The Kidde Genesis GCWA-VMA is a ceiling-mount ECS/MNS strobe designed for mass notification and emergency communications applications where visual differentiation from life safety signals is required. The amber lens with ALERT markings separates it from standard fire alarm strobes at a glance, giving installers a clean way to meet dual-signaling requirements on a single notification circuit architecture.

Built for the commercial installer

Genesis ceiling strobes mount flush to any standard North American 4" square electrical box (2-1/8" deep) with no extension ring or trim plate required. The low-profile design protrudes just 1.0" from the ceiling with no visible mounting screws. Field wiring terminals accept #18 to #12 AWG, making it practical for long NAC runs or retrofit into existing wiring. Candela output is field-configurable without removing the device - unlatch, slide the switch, and the setting stays visible through a window on the face after the cover is closed.

Key features

  • FullLight strobe technology: even light distribution across the entire coverage area, exceeding UL 1638 and ULC-S526 requirements
  • Field-configurable candela output: selectable A/B/C/D settings (82/65/26/13 cd amber) without removing the device from the box
  • Low-profile ceiling mount: 30% slimmer than comparable signals, 6.8" diameter, no visible mounting screws
  • Standard 4" box compatible: flush mount with room behind for extra wire, no extension ring needed
  • Synchronization ready: meets synchronization requirements with Genesis Signal Master (G1M) or compatible sync modules
  • UL 1638 listed as a protective visual signaling appliance for ECS/MNS applications

System requirements

Operates on regulated 16-33 Vdc or 16-33 Vfwr from a listed fire alarm control panel or notification appliance circuit. Synchronization with other Genesis strobes in the same field of view requires a G1M Genesis Signal Master or compatible synchronization source (SIGA-CC1S, SIGA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, SIGA-MCC2A, or G1M-RM).

Brand:
Kidde Commercial
Form factor:
Ceiling-mount strobe, ECS/MNS appliance
Housing:
White, textured UV-stabilized engineered plastic, exceeds 94V-0 UL flammability rating
Lens:
Amber, optical grade polycarbonate
Marking:
ALERT
Strobe output:
Selectable A/B/C/D: 82/65/26/13 cd (amber, per UL 1638)
Flash rate:
1 flash per second
Operating voltage:
Regulated 16-33 Vdc or 16-33 Vfwr
Operating temp:
32-120Ā°F (0-49Ā°C)
Operating humidity:
0-93% RH, non-condensing
Mounting:
Flush mount to 4" square electrical box, 2-1/8" (54mm) deep
Wire connections:
#18 to #12 AWG (0.75 mmĀ² to 2.5 mmĀ²)
Synchronization:
G1M Genesis Signal Master, SIGA-CC1S, SIGA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, SIGA-MCC2A, G1M-RM
Dimensions:
6.8" diameter x 1.0" depth (0.60" mounting depth)
Weight:
1.8 lb (0.82 kg)
Compliance:
UL 1638, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 205, CAN/ULC-S526, CSFM, MEA
What is the difference between life safety and ECS/MNS strobes?
Life safety models carry a running man icon (UL 1971). ECS/MNS models like the GCWA-VMA omit it and use amber or blue lenses to visually separate mass notification signals from fire alarm signals. Listed under UL 1638.
How do I change the candela setting in the field?
Unlatch and twist the cover open. Slide the candela switch to A, B, C, or D. The device stays mounted to the box during the change. The selected setting is visible through a window on the face after closing.
Does this strobe require a synchronization module?
If multiple strobes are visible from one location, synchronization is required per code. Use a G1M Genesis Signal Master or compatible sync source (SIGA-CC1S, SIGA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, SIGA-MCC2A, G1M-RM).
What candela output does each switch setting produce?
Setting A = 82 cd, Setting B = 65 cd, Setting C = 26 cd, Setting D = 13 cd. All values are amber lens output per UL 1638 / CAN/ULC-S526.
Can this strobe be used outdoors?
No. Genesis ceiling strobes are listed for indoor applications only. Operating range is 32-120Ā°F (0-49Ā°C), 0-93% RH non-condensing.

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