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BS EN 54-23:2010

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Fire detection and fire alarm systems Fire alarm devices. Visual alarm devices

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Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

31-05-2010

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations
4 Requirements
5 Tests and evaluation methods
6 Evaluation of conformity
Annex A (normative) - Method for measuring the light
        distribution from a VAD
Annex B (normative) - Comparative light output level
        measurement for VADs
Annex C (informative) - Construction of the light test
        chamber and associated equipment for comparative
        measurements
Annex D (informative) - Comparison of flammability test
        requirements in various standards
Annex ZA (informative) - Clauses of this European Standard
         addressing the provisions of the EU Construction
         Products Directive (89/106/EEC)
Bibliography

Describes the requirements, test methods and performance criteria for visual alarm devices in a fixed installation intended to signal a visual warning of a fire between the fire detection and fire alarm system and the occupants of a building.

Committee
FSH/12/5
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 04/30109635 DC. (05/2010)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
70
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Current
Supersedes

Standards Relationship
EN 54-23:2010 Identical

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