Potter Electric Signal pad300-pcd Smoke Co Detector

Product Description

The POTTER ELECTRIC SIGNAL pad300-pcd is a combination photoelectric smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detector designed for analog addressable fire alarm systems. It operates on the Potter Addressable Device (PAD) protocol and communicates with compatible fire alarm control panels over a digital communication path. The photoelectric sensing element complies with UL 268 7th edition enhanced smoke sensitivity requirements, covering a sensitivity range of 1.1 to 3.5 percent per foot. The CO sensing element uses an electrochemical sensor for accurate gas detection in life safety applications. Drift compensation and a built-in dirty detector warning help maintain reliable performance over time. Licensed fire alarm technicians and low-voltage contractors are the typical installers.

This detector is suited for commercial and light-industrial fire alarm installations where addressable, multi-criteria detection is required. It is intended for use with PAD protocol-based fire alarm control panels in applications demanding both smoke and CO monitoring from a single addressable device. The polling cycle completes in under five seconds, meeting UL system response requirements. Field addressing is handled via DIP switches located on the rear of the detector, allowing configuration without special programming tools or software.

Key Features

• Dual-function detection: photoelectric smoke sensing combined with electrochemical CO detection in one addressable device
• UL 268 7th edition compliant photoelectric element with a sensitivity range of 1.1 to 3.5 percent per foot
• Electrochemical CO sensor provides accurate gas detection for life safety applications
• Drift compensation with built-in dirty detector warning for reduced nuisance alerts and easier maintenance
• System polling speed under five seconds, within UL requirements for addressable systems
• DIP switch addressing on the rear panel allows field programming without special tools

Compatibility

Compatible with fire alarm control panels that use the Potter Addressable Device (PAD) protocol. Designed to mount on any PAD300 series detector base with a twist-on installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician or low-voltage contractor in accordance with NFPA 72 and applicable local fire codes. Power down and isolate the affected signaling line circuit (SLC) loop before removing or installing the detector. Set the DIP switch address before mounting the head to the base to avoid loop errors. Verify detector address and sensitivity settings at the control panel after installation and before returning the system to service.

Technical Specifications

• Detection Type: Photoelectric Smoke and Electrochemical Carbon Monoxide
• Protocol: Potter Addressable Device (PAD)
• Smoke Sensitivity Range: 1.1 to 3.5 percent per foot
• CO Sensor Technology: Electrochemical
• Smoke Standard: UL 268 7th Edition
• Polling Speed: Less than 5 seconds
• Addressing Method: DIP switches, rear of detector
• Base Compatibility: PAD300 series detector bases

Standard Information

• Brand: POTTER ELECTRIC SIGNAL
• Manufacturer Part Number: pad300-pcd