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Kidde | Genesis LED EGC Series Ceiling Mount Mass Notification Strobe, Red, ALERT Marking, Amber Lens | GCVRA-A

Kidde | Genesis LED EGC Series Ceiling Mount Mass Notification Strobe, Red, ALERT Marking, Amber Lens | GCVRA-A

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SKU:
KD-GCVRA-A

The Kidde Genesis LED EGC Series GCVRA-A is a ceiling-mount mass notification strobe for commercial and institutional spaces where visual ALERT signaling is required alongside or separate from fire alarm notification. The amber lens and red ALERT-marked housing distinguish mass notification from fire alarm signaling, helping occupants differentiate between emergency types at a glance.

Built for the commercial installer

The EGC Series mounts to any standard 1-gang, 2-gang, 4-inch octagon, or 4-inch square electrical box using the included GP10 room side wiring plate. The universal wiring plate supports pre-installation and pre-wiring before the device arrives on site, and the included diagnostics check bar lets you verify continuity before snapping the unit into place. LED technology draws significantly less current than legacy Xenon strobes, allowing more devices per NAC circuit, longer wire runs, and fewer booster power supplies. UL 1971 listed. ULC-S526. FM Approved.

Key features

  • Mass notification visual signaling: amber lens with ALERT marking differentiates from fire alarm strobes on shared campuses and facilities
  • Field-selectable candela output: set to 15, 30, 75, or 115 cd via slide switch under the cover without removing the device from the ceiling
  • Ultra-low current draw: LED technology pulls just 35 mA (DC) or 45 mA (VFWR), fitting more devices per circuit and reducing booster requirements
  • Universal mounting: fits 1-gang, 2-gang, 4-inch octagon, and 4-inch square boxes with optional EGCTR/EGCTW trim plates for oversized openings
  • Backward compatible: mix with legacy Xenon Genesis strobes on the same NAC circuit for phased upgrades without full system replacement
  • Diagnostics port: under-cover test points for NAC circuit testing while mounted

System requirements

Operates on 16 to 33 VDC or 16 to 33 VFWR notification appliance circuits. Synchronizes with Kidde CC Series Signal Modules, Booster and Auxiliary Power Supplies, and Intelligent and Conventional Control Panels. Requires GP10 room side wiring plate (included). Electrical boxes must be at least 1-1/2 in. (3.81 cm) deep.

Brand:
Kidde Commercial
Form factor:
Ceiling mount strobe, low-profile LED
Light output:
Field-selectable 15, 30, 75, or 115 cd
Lens color:
Amber
Housing color:
Red
Housing marking:
ALERT
Operating voltage:
16 to 33 VDC, 16 to 33 VFWR
Current draw:
35 mA (16-33 VDC), 45 mA (16-33 VFWR)
Strobe flash rate:
1 fps (approx.)
Synchronization:
20 ohm max. between any two devices
Sync sources:
Kidde CC Series Signal Modules, Booster and Auxiliary Power Supplies, Intelligent and Conventional Control Panels
Wire size:
12 to 18 AWG (0.75 to 2.50 mm2)
Mounting:
Ceiling mount
Compatible electrical boxes:
1-gang, 2-gang, 4-inch octagon, 4-inch square (min. 1-1/2 in. deep)
Dimensions:
6.8 x 1.82 in. (17.27 x 4.62 cm), diameter x depth
Profile depth:
Approx. 1.5 in. from mounting surface
Operating temp:
32 to 122Ā°F (0 to 50Ā°C)
Operating humidity:
0 to 93% noncondensing
Storage temp:
-40 to 158Ā°F (-40 to 70Ā°C)
Compliance:
UL 1971, ULC-S526, CSFM, FM Approved, FCC
Trim plates:
EGCTR (red), EGCTW (white) - 10.6 x 0.3 in.
Wiring plate:
GP10 (included)
Does this strobe work on the same NAC circuit as existing Xenon Genesis strobes?
Yes. Genesis LED EGC strobes are backward compatible with legacy Xenon-based Genesis strobes. You can mix LED and Xenon devices on the same NAC circuit without modifications, making phased LED upgrades straightforward.
How do I change the candela setting?
Remove the cover and slide the candela switch to 15, 30, 75, or 115 cd. The device stays ceiling-mounted during the change. The selected setting is visible through a window after replacing the cover.
What makes this different from a standard fire alarm strobe?
The GCVRA-A has an amber lens and ALERT marking instead of the clear lens and FIRE marking on standard fire alarm strobes. This helps occupants differentiate mass notification alerts from fire alarms on shared campuses.
What electrical boxes are compatible?
Standard 1-gang, 2-gang, 4-inch octagon, and 4-inch square boxes. Boxes must be at least 1-1/2 inches (3.81 cm) deep. Optional EGCTR (red) or EGCTW (white) trim plates are available to cover oversized openings.
What synchronization sources work with this strobe?
Kidde CC Series Signal Modules, Booster and Auxiliary Power Supplies, and Intelligent and Conventional Control Panels. Sync keeps strobes within 10 ms over a two-hour period per UL requirements.

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