The Siemens DB-11 is a standard detector mounting base designed for use with Siemens addressable fire alarm detectors, including the HFP-11 multi-criteria smoke detector and HMS-S heat detector. It provides a secure, code-compliant mounting platform while maintaining the electrical connection and communication pathway between the detector head and the Siemens fire alarm control panel.
The DB-11 base uses a simple twist-lock mechanism for fast field installation and detector head replacement without tools. Its white finish blends into standard commercial ceilings, and its compact footprint accommodates installations in tight spaces. When replacing an existing Siemens base or installing new detectors in a Siemens addressable system, the DB-11 is the standard base choice for the HFP-11 and HMS-S detector families.
Key Features
- Twist-lock detector head mounting for tool-free installation and swap-out
- Compatible with HFP-11 multi-criteria smoke detector and HMS-S heat detector
- Standard wiring terminals for two-wire addressable loop connection
- White finish for unobtrusive ceiling mounting
- Built to NFPA 72 installation standards
- Supports Siemens’ addressable communication protocol
Compatible Detector Heads
- Siemens HFP-11 (500-033290) — Multi-criteria smoke detector
- Siemens HMS-S — Heat detector
- Other Siemens DB-11 series-compatible detectors
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Additional information
| Weight | .25 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6 × 6 × .5 in |
| Manufacturers | Siemens |
| Compatible Panels | N/A – mounting base, not a detection device |
| Compatible Bases | HFP-11, FP-11, DT-11, FPT-11, DI-3, HFP-11RC, FP-11RC, FPT-11RC |
| Cross Reference | 500-094151 |
| Type | Detector mounting base, Wiring: Screw-terminal, Part #: 500-094151, Compatible heads: HFP-11, FP-11, DT-11, FPT-11, DI-3 |





