Potter Electric CF-165W Heat Detector 165 Degrees F White

Product Description

The Potter Electric Signal Co CF-165W is a fixed-temperature heat detector designed for fire alarm system applications where smoke detectors are not suitable. It activates when ambient temperature reaches 165 degrees F, triggering the connected fire alarm control panel. The CF-165W ships as a single unit and features a white housing suited for ceiling or wall mounting in areas subject to dust, fumes, or steam. Licensed fire alarm technicians and low-voltage contractors are the primary installers. It falls under the thermal detector category, making it a reliable spot-type device for commercial and industrial environments where air quality conditions would cause nuisance alarms with optical or ionization smoke detectors.

Fixed-temperature heat detectors like the CF-165W are commonly installed in kitchens, boiler rooms, garages, laundry rooms, attics, and other spaces with airborne contaminants. They serve both new construction and retrofit fire alarm systems. The white finish blends with standard ceiling surfaces. This detector is appropriate for installations governed by NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code requirements for thermal detection coverage.

Key Features

• Fixed activation threshold at 165 degrees F for predictable, non-resettable response
• White housing suits standard ceiling and wall surface finishes
• Thermal detector classification appropriate for dusty, steamy, or fume-laden environments
• Single-unit packaging for straightforward inventory and installation
• Designed for integration with conventional or addressable fire alarm control panels supporting compatible detector bases

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style fixed-temperature heat detector for use in fire alarm systems requiring NFPA 72-compliant thermal detection devices.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician or low-voltage contractor in accordance with NFPA 72 and all applicable local codes. De-energize the fire alarm control panel circuit before wiring or removing any detector. Fixed-temperature heat detectors are non-resettable upon activation and must be replaced after the unit trips. Verify detector base compatibility with the CF-165W before installation to ensure proper electrical and mechanical connection.