Genesis ECS/MNS Ceiling Strobe, Field-Configurable Candela, White Housing, ALERT Marking, Amber Lens
SKU KD-GCVWA-A
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The Genesis GCVWA-A is a mass notification and emergency communications (ECS/MNS) ceiling strobe built for commercial applications that need visual differentiation from standard fire alarm signals. The amber lens and ALERT marking distinguish mass notification alerts from life safety strobes at a glance, keeping occupants and first responders aligned during multi-signal events.
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 housing protrudes just 1.6" from the ceiling with concealed mounting screws that blend with any ceiling finish. Field wiring terminals accept #18 to #12 AWG conductors for clean integration into existing NAC runs. UL 1638, CAN/ULC-S526, and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 205 listed.
Key features
- Field-configurable candela output: select 13, 26, 65, or 82 cd without removing the device from the ceiling
- FullLight strobe technology: delivers smooth, even light distribution that exceeds UL 1971 and ULC-S526 requirements
- 30% slimmer profile than comparable signals - protrudes only 1.6" from the ceiling
- Amber lens with ALERT marking for clear visual separation between ECS/MNS and fire alarm signals
- Synchronization support: meets UL requirements when paired with a Genesis Signal Master (G1M-RM) or compatible sync source
- Low current draw minimizes NAC circuit loading, supporting more devices per circuit
System requirements
Operates on regulated 16-33 Vdc or unfiltered 16-33 Vdc FWR from a listed fire alarm control panel or NAC power supply. Synchronization requires a Genesis Signal Master (G1M-RM) or compatible source (SIGA-CC1S, SIGA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, SIGA-MCC2A, BPS6A, BPS10A, APS6A, APS10A, iO Series, or Fireshield Plus).
Specifications
| SKU | KD-GCVWA-A |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kidde Commercial |
| Form factor | Ceiling-mount strobe, low-profile (1.6" depth) |
| Application | ECS/MNS (Mass Notification / Emergency Communications) |
| Strobe output | Selectable 13, 26, 65, or 82 cd (Settings D/C/B/A, amber lens) |
| Lens color | Amber |
| Housing color | White |
| Marking | ALERT |
| Operating voltage | Regulated 16-33 Vdc or unfiltered 16-33 Vdc FWR |
| Current draw (24 Vdc) | 63-194 mA RMS depending on cd setting |
| Flash rate | 1 flash per second (synchronized) |
| Wire connections | Screw terminals, #18 to #12 AWG (0.75 mm² to 2.5 mm²) |
| Mounting | Flush mount to 4" square electrical box, 2-1/8" (54 mm) deep |
| Operating temp | 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0-93% RH, non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 6.8" diameter x 1.0" (plus 0.60" lens protrusion) |
| Compliance | UL 1638, CAN/ULC-S526, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 205, ADA, CSFM, MEA |
| Sync sources | G1M-RM, SIGA-CC1S, SIGA-MCC1S, SIGA-CC2A, SIGA-MCC2A, BPS6A, BPS10A, APS6A, APS10A, iO Series, Fireshield Plus |
