Crowcon

Crowcon Vortex FP Fire & Gas Controller

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Description

The Crowcon Vortex FP is a fire and gas detection control panel in Crowcon's flameproof FP format, built for resilience in demanding industrial environments. All day-to-day operations can be completed via push buttons on the front panel, so everyday tasks do not require opening the enclosure. Instant indication of system status is provided by the fault and alarm LEDs on the front panel, and all relays are monitored continuously.

The display is fitted with magnetic switches, so the system can be interrogated or inhibited without opening the enclosure. Customisation is via the user-friendly Vortex PC software, and industry-standard Modbus RTU communication links (Profibus optional) connect it to a variety of control systems. The panels listed here are factory configurations of 4, 8 or 12 input channels with 0 to 4 relay modules — pick the channel and relay count your site needs from the Configuration dropdown. Certification is not stated for these configurations in Crowcon's current price book, so tell us your site's certification requirements when you request a quote and we will confirm the correct build.

How to read the configuration: each configuration in the dropdown names its input channel count and its relay count in plain text — for the standard Vortex and Vortex FP the relay count is given in 8-way relay modules (0 to 4 modules); for the FP Compact it is given as the total number of relays fitted (8 or 16). The part number (SKU) for each factory configuration is shown alongside it.

Common Applications:
Oil & Gas • Petrochemical • Chemical Plants • Water & Wastewater • Steel • Power Generation • Marine & Offshore

Need help selecting the right configuration? Call CPS Calibrations at (865) 900-8844 — every configuration on this page is a factory Crowcon build, and we calibrate what we sell.

  • All day-to-day operations via push buttons on the front panel — no need to open the enclosure for everyday tasks
  • Fault and alarm LEDs on the front panel provide instant indication of system status
  • Alarm and channel settings can be adjusted from the front panel
  • Magnetic-switch display — interrogate or inhibit the system without opening the enclosure
  • Vortex PC software makes customisation easy and user-friendly
  • Industry-standard Modbus RTU communications (Profibus optional) integrate with PLC, DCS and SCADA systems
  • Water and dust resistant to IP66
  • All relays are monitored continuously, ensuring full functionality at all times
  • Monitors up to 12 gas or fire detectors (up to 3 channels can be used for fire detection loops)
Configurations (listed) 4 input channels, no relay modules; 4 input channels, 1 relay module; 4 input channels, 2 relay modules; 4 input channels, 3 relay modules; 4 input channels, 4 relay modules; 8 input channels, no relay modules; 8 input channels, 1 relay module; 8 input channels, 2 relay modules; 8 input channels, 3 relay modules; 8 input channels, 4 relay modules; 12 input channels, no relay modules; 12 input channels, 1 relay module; 12 input channels, 2 relay modules; 12 input channels, 3 relay modules
Size 440 x 640 x 332 mm (17.3 x 25 x 13 in)
Weight 70 kg (154 lbs) approx.
Enclosure material LM25 aluminium with polyester powder coating
Ingress protection IP66
Channels Up to 12 (1 to 3 4-way input modules)
Configurations listed here 4, 8 or 12 input channels with 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4 relay modules — see the Configuration dropdown
Relays Up to 32 SPCO with bus extension module
Relay assignment — Common Battery back-up not available
Inputs — Gas 2 or 3 wire 4-20mA (sink or source), 0-5V
Inputs — Fire Smoke & heat detectors, manual call-points — up to 3 loops, up to 20 devices per loop
Outputs External audible/visual alarm drive via relays; four 24Vdc 0.5A supplies provided
Relay modes Energised/de-energised, latched/non-latched, time-delayed, pulsed
Relay assignment — Voting Alarms, faults and system events
Power AC mains 110Vac or 240Vac, 150W PSU; DC 20-30 Vdc; battery back-up not available
Digital communications DCS/PLC/PC: RS-485 Modbus or Profibus; local configuration link RS-232 (configuration software and lead supplied)
Event logging Up to 300 alarm, power, fault and system events stored in non-volatile memory
Panel indication Channel number 2-digit green LED; gas reading 4-digit red LED; units % LEL, ppm, % Vol, Fire; power / battery OK / run-hold green LEDs; channel test flashing amber; system fault amber
Alarm indication Audible internal piezo sounder; visual alarm Level 1 & 2 red LED; fault per channel amber LED; inhibit per zone amber LED
Operating temperature -10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F)
Humidity 0-95% RH non-condensing
Certification Not stated for these configurations in Crowcon's current price book — confirm your site's certification requirements on your quote

Product Documents & Resources

  • Vortex FP Datasheet (PDF)

Document files are being added to this page. Need one now? Email info@cpscalibrations.com and we'll send it straight over.

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