Potter Electric CR-200W Rate-of-rise Heat Detector 200F White

Product Description

The Potter Electric Signal Co. CR-200W is a combination rate-of-rise and fixed-temperature heat detector designed for fire alarm systems in commercial and residential applications. It activates when the ambient temperature rises rapidly or reaches a fixed threshold of 200 degrees F. The CR-200W ships with a white finish to blend with standard ceiling installations. Licensed fire alarm technicians and low-voltage contractors install this device as part of a monitored detection system, typically in areas where smoke detectors are not suitable, such as kitchens, garages, attics, or dusty mechanical spaces.

This detector is suited for both new construction and retrofit fire alarm projects. It is used in locations where combustion byproducts or airborne particulates would cause nuisance alarms with smoke-sensing devices. The white housing is a common choice for finished interior ceilings. It is sold as a single unit and is typically wired into a conventional or addressable fire alarm control panel depending on the system configuration on site.

Key Features

• Rate-of-rise sensing triggers alarm when temperature increases rapidly, allowing early detection before fixed threshold is reached
• Fixed-temperature threshold of 200 degrees F provides a hard upper limit for activation
• White housing finish compatible with standard interior ceiling aesthetics
• Appropriate for installations in areas unsuitable for smoke detection, including garages, kitchens, and utility spaces
• Single-unit packaging for straightforward replacement or new-point installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation heat detector for conventional fire alarm system wiring configurations. No specific compatible panel models or system families were stated in the available product data.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed fire alarm or low-voltage contractor in accordance with NFPA 72 and all applicable local fire codes. Power down and isolate the fire alarm control panel circuit before making any wiring connections at the detector. Follow the manufacturer data sheet for wiring polarity and end-of-line resistor requirements specific to your panel. Do not install in environments that exceed the rated temperature threshold during normal non-alarm operating conditions.