Gasmaster, Vortex, Vortex FP and HMI — Gas and Fire Alarm System Controllers
Country: United Kingdom · Model: Gasmaster / Vortex / Vortex FP / HMI
Gas and fire alarm controllers receive signals from fixed detectors, generate alarms and control sirens, ventilation and shut-off valves. Gasmaster has from 1 to 4 channels, Vortex up to 12 channels and up to 32 relays. Vortex FP is made in an Ex d housing for zones 1 and 2, and the HMI collects data from up to 6 Vortex or 10 Gasmaster.
- Gasmaster
- 1 or 1–4 channels: 4–20 mA or mV pellistor; loops of up to 20 fire detectors or a flame detector
- Gasmaster — housing / supply
- 288×278×110 mm; 4.5 kg; cast aluminium + ABS; IP65; 100–240 V AC or 20–30 V DC, 60 W; battery 1.2 Ah
- Vortex
- up to 12 channels (1–3 modules of 4 inputs), including 3 fire loops of 20 devices each; 1 fault and 3 alarm levels per channel
- Vortex — versions
- wall-mounted 470×306×170 mm, 12 kg, IP66; 19-inch 3U rack or panel
Technical specifications
| Gasmaster | 1 or 1–4 channels: 4–20 mA or mV pellistor; loops of up to 20 fire detectors or a flame detector |
|---|---|
| Gasmaster — housing / supply | 288×278×110 mm; 4.5 kg; cast aluminium + ABS; IP65; 100–240 V AC or 20–30 V DC, 60 W; battery 1.2 Ah |
| Vortex | up to 12 channels (1–3 modules of 4 inputs), including 3 fire loops of 20 devices each; 1 fault and 3 alarm levels per channel |
| Vortex — versions | wall-mounted 470×306×170 mm, 12 kg, IP66; 19-inch 3U rack or panel |
| Vortex relays | up to 32 SPCO with an expansion module |
| Vortex FP | flameproof Ex d, zones 1/2; Vortex FP 440×640×332 mm (≈70 kg), FP Compact 450×330×289 mm (≈37.5 kg), aluminium LM25 |
| Vortex inputs | 4–20 mA 2/3-wire, 0–5 V |
| Temperature | Gasmaster −10…+50 °C; Vortex −10…+40 °C |
| HMI | touchscreen mimic panel: up to 6 Vortex or 10 Gasmaster |
Specifications are taken from the manufacturer’s technical documentation. Updated .
Description
Gasmaster accepts 2- or 3-wire 4–20 mA detectors or millivolt pellistor detectors, as well as loops of up to 20 conventional smoke and heat detectors or a flame detector. The housing is 288×278×110 mm, 4.5 kg, IP65, supply 100–240 V AC or 20–30 V DC up to 60 W with 1.2 Ah batteries, temperature from −10 to +50 °C. Vortex consists of one to three four-input modules, with one fault level and three alarm levels per channel, and inputs 4–20 mA or 0–5 V. It is made in a wall-mounted IP66 housing (470×306×170 mm, 12 kg) or as a 19-inch 3U rack or a panel, with an operating temperature up to +40 °C. Among the 12 channels there can be 3 fire loops of 20 devices each. Vortex FP (440×640×332 mm, about 70 kg) and FP Compact (450×330×289 mm, about 37.5 kg) have an LM25 aluminium housing and magnetic switches for operation without opening.
How to choose
For a small site with 1–4 detectors, Gasmaster is enough. If up to 12 channels, up to 32 relays or fire loops are needed, take Vortex. In hazardous zones 1 and 2 on platforms or refineries, Vortex FP is installed, and where weight is limited FP Compact. The HMI shows data from up to 6 Vortex or 10 Gasmaster on one screen. For the detectors themselves see IRmax and IR Plus or Xgard Bright.
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FAQ
How many channels do Gasmaster and Vortex have?
Gasmaster is made with 1 or up to 4 channels. Vortex is configured with up to 12 channels from modules of 4 inputs.
Which detectors can be connected to Gasmaster?
2- or 3-wire 4–20 mA, millivolt pellistor, loops of up to 20 fire detectors or a flame detector.
How many relays does Vortex have?
Up to 32 SPCO relays with an expansion module. For each channel one fault level and three alarm levels.
Which zones is Vortex FP intended for?
It is a flameproof Ex d panel with an ATEX certificate for zones 1 and 2, with a housing of LM25 aluminium.
How many controllers does the HMI panel support?
Up to 6 Vortex or 10 Gasmaster controllers on the touchscreen mimic.
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