FACP FlexES Control FX18 (18 loops)

FX808397

Approval: VdS, CNBOP

Hardware FlexES Control FX18 basic configuration, with software support for 18 loops.
  • Combinable loop/spur technology with decentralized intelligence
  • Freely configurable functionality of modules
  • 4 freely configurable relays as dry contact outputs or potentialdriving outputs with output line supervision
  • Increased availability and reliability via emergency mode function of the loop modules
  • Emergency mode for monitored areas up to 48,000 m² or more than 512 fire detectors acc. to the German Planning standard VDE 0833 and/or VdS 2095
  • USB, Ethernet, 2 x RS 485, TTY interfaces onboard
  • Direct output of the proprietary EDP communications protocol (Data Protocol) via interface RS 485
  • Operation of loop-powered alarm signaling devices (optical/acoustic/voice) in different alarm zones via esserbus-PLus
  • Cascadable power supply to 450 W according to EN 54-4
  • Loop length up to 3.5 km (esserbus)
  • Up to 127 addresses per loop (esserbus)
  • Operation of different input/output gateways
  • Integrated interfaces for operation of required fire brigade periphery, e.g. fire brigade indicating panel, fire brigade operating unit
  • Event memory with 10,000 entries
  • Operation of EN 54 approved wireless components with convenient radio signal intensity measurement
  • Parameterization, calibration and programming directly via USB
  • Galvanic isolation of analog loops possible


In connection with display and operating unit (Part No. FX808324)
  • Display and operating unit with 5.7" TFT display
  • Capacitive keyboard for touch-sensitive operation
  • Program-controlled night design with interactive keyboard menu
  • Freely configurable user-menu via macro functions available at defined access level


Additional features for powered loop
  • Up to 2 analog powered loops
  • BUS supplied, synchronously controlled, acoustic alarm signaling devices as per DIN EN 54 - 3 with alarm tone as per DIN 33404
  • Up to 48 powered loop base sounders (series 9200) per loop
  • Up to 32 powered loop IQ8Alarm per loop
  • Up to 48 IQ8Quad with alarm device per loop


Additional Information:

Expandable to a maximum of ten module slots via optional extension module carriers.
Space for required batteries in one or several extension housings.
Compatible external serial printer FlexES: Printer MEFA
Optionally: display and operating unit (Part No. FX808324), labeling set (Part No. FX8084xx) or neutral front (Part No. FX808325) must be ordered separately.

Scope of Delivery:

Basic set includes 1 x power supply module, 1 x PS connection module, 1 x rear panel 1, 1 x control module, 1 x housing frame and 1 x base module carrier.
Battery capacity4 x 12 V / 26 Ah
Output voltage24 V DC
CE certificate0786-CPD-20903
Colorgray, similar to Pantone 538
HousingABS, 10% glass fiber reinforced, V - 0
Weight kg approx. 15.1 kg (incl. neutral front); approx. 17 kg (incl. operating unit)
Storage temperature-10 °C ... 50 °C
Rated frequency50 ... 60 Hz
Rated voltage VAC230 V AC
Rated current0.8 A
Air humidity< 95 % (non-condensing)
Quiescent currentapprox. 192 mA (base model w/o display and operating unit); approx. 348 mA (base model with display and operating unit)
Type of protectionIP 30
Current consumption for ext. devices3 A
Ambient temperature-5 °C ... 45 °C
DimensionsW: 450 mm H: 960 mm D: 185 mm