Kidde - Edwards 871-E1 Indoor Horn Strobe 12VDC

Product Description

The KIDDE - EDWARDS 871-E1 is a 12VDC indoor horn strobe unit designed for fire alarm and life safety notification systems. It combines audible and visual alerting in a single device, making it suitable for installations where both sound and light signals are required by code. The unit is part of the Adapt-A-Horn product family, which is designed for flexible mounting and integration into compatible notification appliance circuits. Licensed fire alarm technicians and security system installers are the primary trades that handle this device.

The 871-E1 is intended for indoor use in residential, light commercial, or institutional settings where a combined horn and strobe notification appliance is required. Typical installations include offices, schools, and multi-family buildings where visual notification supplements audible alarms to meet accessibility requirements. The Adapt-A-Horn design allows this unit to mount onto compatible bases, simplifying field installation and device replacement.

Key Features

• Combined audible horn and visual strobe in a single unit
• Operates on 12VDC, compatible with standard fire alarm panel output circuits
• Indoor-rated enclosure for protected environments
• Adapt-A-Horn form factor for base-compatible mounting
• Sold individually as a single unit (EA)

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation notification appliance for 12VDC fire alarm notification appliance circuits in indoor life safety systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician in accordance with NFPA 72 and applicable local codes. Always de-energize the notification appliance circuit at the fire alarm control panel before wiring or removing the device. Confirm polarity on the circuit before powering up, as reversed polarity can prevent proper operation. Do not install in outdoor or high-moisture environments, as this unit is rated for indoor use only.