Potter Electric Signal Co. Us GB6-24 Fire Alarm Bell

Product Description

The POTTER ELECTRIC SIGNAL CO. US GB6-24 is a 6-inch fire alarm bell rated at 85 dBA at 10 feet, designed for use in commercial and residential fire detection and notification systems. This vibrating bell delivers a loud, distinct audible alert when activated by a compatible fire alarm control panel. It is installed by licensed fire alarm technicians and electrical contractors as part of a listed notification appliance circuit. The compact 6-inch diameter and high-output sound level make it suitable for a wide range of building types where code-compliant audible signaling is required.

The GB6-24 is intended for use as an audible notification appliance in fire alarm systems. Typical installations include offices, schools, warehouses, multi-family residential buildings, and light industrial facilities. It is designed to operate on a 24-volt notification appliance circuit and integrates with standard fire alarm control panels. The bell provides reliable audible output in areas where strobe-only devices are not sufficient or where local code requires an audible bell-type signal.

Key Features

• 6-inch bell diameter provides broad sound projection in enclosed spaces
• 85 dBA output at 10 feet meets typical code thresholds for audible notification
• Designed for use on 24-volt fire alarm notification appliance circuits
• Compact form factor suitable for wall or surface mounting in varied building types
• Listed under the Fire Bells product category for code-compliant system integration

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard notification appliance for use in 24-volt fire alarm systems. No specific compatible model numbers were provided in the available product data.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician or qualified electrician in accordance with NFPA 72 and applicable local codes. Disconnect and lock out the fire alarm control panel power before wiring the notification appliance circuit. Confirm polarity on the notification appliance circuit before restoring power, as reverse polarity can prevent proper operation. Final system testing must be completed per the authority having jurisdiction requirements.