Kidde Edwards KC2-SB 2-wire Standard Detector Base

Product Description

The KIDDE EDWARDS KC2-SB is a 2-wire standard detector base designed for use with compatible smoke and heat detectors in fire alarm systems. This base provides the electrical and mechanical mounting connection between the detector head and the wiring circuit, allowing supervised operation on conventional 2-wire initiating device circuits. It is UL and ULC listed, meeting the certification requirements for commercial and residential fire alarm installations. Fire alarm technicians and life safety contractors install this base as part of detector placement during new construction or system upgrades.

The KC2-SB is suited for standard ceiling or wall-mount detector installations in both residential and light commercial environments. It fits conventional fire alarm panel circuits that use 2-wire wiring configurations. The base accepts compatible detector heads and locks securely to prevent accidental removal, making it appropriate for code-compliant installations where tamper resistance is a consideration.

Key Features

• 2-wire circuit compatibility for use with conventional fire alarm initiating device circuits
• Standard base footprint for straightforward detector head mounting and replacement
• UL and ULC listed for use in code-compliant fire alarm system installations
• Secure locking mechanism to retain the detector head once installed
• Single unit per package for flexible ordering quantities

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation base for compatible 2-wire smoke and heat detectors used in conventional fire alarm systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician in accordance with NFPA 72 and all applicable local codes. De-energize the initiating device circuit at the fire alarm control panel before wiring or mounting the base. Verify that the detector head model is confirmed compatible with the KC2-SB base before installation. Do not exceed the circuit wiring and load specifications defined by the fire alarm control panel manufacturer.