Potter Electric PC-4DB 4 Inch Detector Mounting Base

Product Description

The Potter Electric PC-4DB is a 4-inch mounting base designed for use with compatible smoke and heat detector heads in fire alarm and life safety systems. This base provides a secure, low-profile mounting point that connects the detector head to the wiring and ceiling surface. It is a detection accessory intended for installation by licensed fire alarm technicians and electricians working on commercial or residential life safety systems. The PC-4DB supports clean wiring terminations and reliable mechanical retention of the detector head during the service life of the system.

The PC-4DB is suited for ceiling-mount applications in commercial buildings, light industrial spaces, and residential installations where standard 4-inch detector bases are specified. It is used when installing or replacing detector heads as part of a fire alarm system expansion, renovation, or service call. The base accommodates standard detector head footprints and is a common accessory stocked by fire alarm contractors and systems integrators.

Key Features

• 4-inch mounting footprint fits standard ceiling detector installations
• Designed as a dedicated detection accessory for fire alarm system detector heads
• Supports secure mechanical and electrical connection between detector and wiring
• Sold individually, one base per unit

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation mounting base for compatible Potter Electric detector heads requiring a 4-inch base. Refer to the specific detector head documentation to confirm base compatibility before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician or electrician in accordance with NFPA 72 and all applicable local codes. De-energize the fire alarm control panel circuit serving the detector zone before wiring or mounting the base. Ensure wiring terminations are secure and insulated before attaching the detector head. Do not energize the circuit until the detector head is fully seated and the system has been inspected.