Genesis WG4 Outdoor Rated Fire Alarm Speaker, 25/70V Multi-Tap, IP56, White with FIRE Marking
SKU KD-WG4WF-S
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The Genesis WG4WF-S is an outdoor-rated fire alarm speaker built for installations where weather exposure and harsh environments are part of the job. IP56 rated with a Type B outdoor enclosure per UL 1638, it handles rain, dust, and temperature extremes from -31°F to 151°F without compromising audio output or reliability.
Built for the commercial fire installer
Field-selectable 25V or 70V operation with four wattage taps (¼W, ½W, 1W, 2W) means one SKU covers a range of system designs without stocking multiple models. Compatible with Kidde VM and VS Series life safety systems and FX Series fire alarm control panels. Mounts on wall or ceiling using standard 4" square boxes, and the tamper-resistant housing keeps the installation secure in public or unsupervised spaces.
Key features
- IP56 outdoor rated: Type B enclosure per UL 1638 handles direct weather exposure without a separate protective housing
- 25V/70V selectable with multi-tap wattage: four field-selectable taps (¼W, ½W, 1W, 2W) for flexible audio circuit design
- Wide operating temperature: -31°F to 151°F covers freezing parking structures to rooftop equipment rooms
- Universal wall or ceiling mount: fits standard 4" square electrical boxes; optional WG4WTS trim skirt for surface mount
- UL 1480 and UL 1638 listed: rated for indoor and outdoor fire alarm signaling applications
- Tamper-resistant design: secure for unsupervised or public-facing locations
System compatibility
Works with Kidde VM and VS Series life safety systems and FX Series fire alarm control panels. Connects via standard 12-18 AWG field wiring on supervised amplifier signal circuits.
Specifications
| SKU | KD-WG4WF-S |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kidde Commercial |
| Form factor | Wall/ceiling mount outdoor speaker, Type B enclosure |
| Operating voltage | 25 VRMS or 70 VRMS, field selectable (default 70V) |
| Supervisory voltage | 30V max |
| Wattage taps | ¼W, ½W, 1W, 2W (field selectable) |
| Speaker response | 400 to 4,000 Hz |
| Sound output (2W, 10 ft) | 90.0 dBA at 25V / 89.7 dBA at 70V (UL 1480 reverberant) |
| Wire size | 12 to 18 AWG (0.75 to 2.50 mm²) |
| Operating temp | -31°F to 151°F (-35°C to 66°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0 to 95% noncondensing |
| Weather rating | IP56 per IEC 60529 |
| Compatible panels | Kidde VM and VS Series, FX Series fire alarm control panels |
| Mounting | 4" square box (1-1/2" deep without skirt, 2-1/8" deep with skirt); 74347U surface mount box (outdoor) |
| Housing color | White |
| Marking | FIRE |
| Shipping weight | 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg) |
| Compliance | UL 1480, UL 1638, ULC listed |
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FAQs
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