Kidde Commercial

Genesis High Fidelity 520 Hz Ceiling Speaker-Strobe, White, FIRE Marking, 70V Selectable Watt, Multi-Candela (95/115/150/177 cd), Clear Lens

SKU KD-GCHFWF-S7VMCH

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The Kidde Genesis GCHFWF-S7VMCH is a high fidelity ceiling-mount speaker-strobe that combines 520 Hz audio with selectable multi-candela strobe output in a single low-profile device. Built for commercial fire alarm notification circuits, it mounts to standard 4-inch square or octagonal boxes and runs on regulated 16-33 VDC - no special power supply needed.

Built for the commercial installer

The Genesis ceiling speaker-strobe delivers UL 1971 and UL 2572 listed performance with field-selectable candela settings (95, 115, 150, or 177 cd) and four speaker watt taps (1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt at 70V). High fidelity 520 Hz capability meets current code requirements for sleeping area notification. The white housing with FIRE marking and clear lens satisfies life safety appliance requirements out of the box.

Key features

  • High fidelity 520 Hz audio: meets code requirements for sleeping area notification without a separate low-frequency device
  • Field-selectable candela: 95, 115, 150, or 177 cd settings adjusted at the device, not in software
  • Four watt taps at 70V: 1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt selections for flexible NAC loading calculations
  • Low-profile ceiling mount: fits standard 4-inch square box, octagonal box, or Genesis surface mount box
  • Synchronized strobe flash: compatible with Genesis synchronization modules (EG1M-RM, GSA-CC1S, GSA-MCC1S)
  • UL 1971 and UL 2572 listed life safety appliance with FIRE marking

System requirements

Operates on regulated 16-33 VDC (filtered or unfiltered). Connects to the building's fire alarm notification appliance circuit. Wire size: 12-18 AWG. Synchronization requires a compatible Genesis synchronization output module.

Specifications

SKUKD-GCHFWF-S7VMCH
BrandKidde Commercial
Form factorCeiling-mount speaker-strobe, low profile
Power input16-33 VDC (filtered or unfiltered)
Speaker voltage70V (selectable 1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt)
Audio frequency520 Hz high fidelity
Strobe outputSelectable 95, 115, 150, or 177 cd
Strobe flash rate1 flash per second (synchronized)
Lens colorClear
Housing colorWhite
Text markingFIRE
Wire size12-18 AWG
Operating temp32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C)
Operating humidity10 to 93% RH, non-condensing
MountingStandard 4" square box, 4" octagonal box, or Genesis surface mount box
ComplianceUL 1971, UL 2572
EnvironmentIndoor use only
Weight1.62 lb (0.73 kg)

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FAQs

What candela settings are available on this speaker-strobe?
The GCHFWF-S7VMCH offers field-selectable candela settings of 95, 115, 150, or 177 cd. Settings are adjusted directly at the device using the selector switch - no programming required.
What speaker watt taps does this model support?
Four watt taps at 70V: 1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt. Select the tap that matches your NAC loading calculation for the circuit.
What boxes does this mount to?
Standard 4-inch square electrical box, 4-inch octagonal box, or the Genesis surface mount box (sold separately). No proprietary mounting hardware required.
Does this support synchronized strobe flash?
Yes. Synchronized operation requires a compatible Genesis synchronization output module: EG1M-RM (1-gang), GSA-CC1S (intelligent 2-gang), or GSA-MCC1S (plug-in UIO).
Is this a high fidelity (520 Hz) model?
Yes. The GCHFWF-S7VMCH is 520 Hz high fidelity capable, meeting current code requirements for sleeping area notification appliances.
What is the operating voltage range?
16-33 VDC, regulated, filtered or unfiltered. Connects to the building's fire alarm notification appliance circuit (NAC).