The DSC (BV-501GB) Ceiling Mount PIR/Glass Break Sensor represents advanced multi-technology detection for comprehensive commercial security environments. Engineered for high-performance intrusion detection, this intelligent sensor combines passive infrared (PIR) motion detection with acoustic glass break analysis, providing dual-layer protection for critical infrastructure and sensitive commercial spaces.
Designed for seamless integration with modern addressable fire alarm and security panels, the BV-501GB offers professional installers a robust solution for comprehensive area monitoring. Its ceiling-mounted configuration enables wide-angle coverage and discreet installation across diverse commercial settings, including office complexes, retail environments, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions.
Key Features
- Dual-technology sensing: Passive infrared motion detection and acoustic glass break detection in a single compact unit
- Wide 360-degree coverage pattern with selectable detection ranges up to 40 feet
- Digital signal processing (DSP) technology for enhanced nuisance alarm rejection
- Compatible with most addressable fire alarm control panels and security systems
- Low-profile ceiling mount design for architectural discretion
- UL 268 and UL 464 listed for commercial fire alarm system integration
Technical Specifications
- Operating Voltage: 9-16 VDC
- Current Draw: 25mA typical @ 12VDC
- Temperature Range: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
- Mounting Height: 8-12 feet recommended
- Sensor Type: Dual Element PIR with Acoustic Glass Break Detection
- Certifications: NFPA 72 compliant, UL 268 Listed
Professional installers will appreciate the BV-501GB’s advanced detection capabilities, which minimize false alarms while maintaining comprehensive security coverage. Its sophisticated algorithms can differentiate between genuine intrusion events and benign environmental movements, making it ideal for sophisticated commercial security implementations.
Typical installation scenarios include corporate offices, data centers, healthcare facilities, educational campuses, and high-security commercial environments requiring nuanced intrusion detection. The sensor’s flexibility allows integration with a wide range of fire alarm control panels and security management systems.
For more information, contact the Life Safety Consultants team at (888) 557-0558, or email us at: sales@lifesafetycom.com
Additional information
| Weight | 1.07 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 5 × 5 × 2 in |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturers | Life Safety |
| Part Type | Sensor |
