Section 2: wiring requirements, 1 wire sizing, 1 clip (classic loop interface protocol) mode – Fire-Lite SLC Intelligent Control Panel Wiring Manual User Manual
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FireLite SLC Wiring Manual — P/N 51309:P1 10/12/2011
Section 2: Wiring Requirements
2.1 Wire Sizing
The SLC requires use of a specific wire type, depending on the mode of operation, to ensure proper
circuit functioning. Wire size should be no smaller than 18 AWG (0.75 mm
2
) and no larger than 12
AWG (3.25 mm
2
) wire. The wire size depends on the length of the SLC circuit. It is recommended
that all SLC wiring be twisted-pair to minimize the effects of electrical interference.
2.1.1 CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) Mode
All addressable FACPs can operate in CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) mode. It is
recommended that all SLC wiring be twisted-pair and shielded when operating in CLIP mode to reduce
the effects of electrical interference. Use the table below to determine the specific wiring requirements
for the SLC.
2.1.2 LiteSpeed Mode
The MS-9200UDLS, MS-9600LS, and MS-9600UDLS SLC can be programmed to operate in
LiteSpeed mode for a quicker device response time. While shielded wire is not required, it is
recommended that all SLC wiring be twisted-pair to minimize the effects of electrical interference.
Use the following table to determine the specific wiring requirements for the SLC.
Wire Requirements
Distance in Feet (meters)
Wire Size
Wire Type
Twisted-pair, shielded
10,000 feet (3,048 m)
12 AWG (3.1 mm
2
)
Belden 9583, Genesis 4410,
Signal 98230, WPW D999
8,000 feet (2,438 m)
14 AWG (2.0 mm
2
)
Belden 9581, Genesis 4408,
Signal 98430, WPW D995
4,875 feet (1,486 m)
16 AWG (1.3 mm
2
)
Belden 9575, Genesis 4406, &
4606, Signal 98630, WPW
D991
3,225 feet (983 m)
18 AWG (0.75 mm
2
)
Belden 9574, Genesis 4402 &
4602, Signal 98300, WPW
D975
Untwisted, unshielded
wire, inside conduit or
not in conduit
MS-9200 = 1,000 feet (305 m)
12 to 18 AWG
MS-9600, MS-9600LS(C) &
MS-9600UDLS = 3,000 feet (914 m)
MS-9200UD & MS-9200UDLS = 3,000 feet (914
m)
MS-9050UD = 3,000 feet (914 m)
Table 2.1 SLC Wiring Requirements in CLIP Mode
Wire Requirements
Distance in Feet (meters)
Wire Size
Wire Type
Twisted-pair,
unshielded
10,000 feet (3,048 m)
12 AWG (3.1 mm
2
)
Belden 5020UL & 6020UL,
Genesis WG-4315 & WG-4515
8,000 feet (2,438 m)
14 AWG (2.0 mm
2
)
Belden 5120UL & 6120UL,
Genesis WG-4313 & WG-4513
4,875 feet (1,486 m)
16 AWG (1.3 mm
2
)
Belden 5220UL & 6220UL,
Genesis WG-4311 & WG-4511
3,225 feet (983 m)
18 AWG (0.75 mm
2
)
Belden 5320UL & 6320UL,
Genesis WG-4306 & WG-4506
Table 2.2 SLC Wiring Requirements in LiteSpeed Mode