The Fire-Lite W-GATE Wireless Swift Gateway is a critical communication hub for comprehensive wireless fire detection networks, designed specifically for advanced addressable fire alarm systems in complex commercial environments. This gateway serves as the central node for wireless mesh networks, enabling seamless integration of multiple wireless detection devices across large-scale facilities such as office complexes, educational campuses, healthcare facilities, and industrial installations.
Engineered to support robust wireless communication protocols, the W-GATE provides fire alarm professionals with a reliable solution for expanding detection capabilities without extensive hardwiring. The gateway connects directly to the SLC (Signaling Line Circuit) loop of compatible fire panels using LiteSpeed protocol, facilitating efficient data transmission and system-wide coordination of wireless smoke detectors, modules, and display drivers.
Key Features
- Supports up to 48 wireless Swift detectors or modules within a single mesh network
- Compatible with Fire-Lite addressable fire alarm control panels utilizing LiteSpeed protocol
- Advanced wireless mesh networking with robust signal redundancy and interference resistance
- Single gateway can manage comprehensive device communication across expansive facility layouts
- Simplified installation with direct SLC loop connection, reducing complex traditional wiring requirements
- Compliant with NFPA 72 wireless communication standards for fire detection systems
Technical Specifications
- Communication Protocol: LiteSpeed Wireless Mesh
- Maximum Wireless Devices: 48 detectors/modules + 1 display driver
- Mounting: Standard electrical backbox or mounting plate
- Environmental Rating: Indoor use, suitable for commercial environments
Professional fire alarm installers and system integrators will appreciate the W-GATE’s flexibility in addressing challenging installation scenarios, particularly in retrofit projects, multi-story buildings, and facilities with complex architectural configurations that make traditional hardwired installations problematic. The gateway’s compatibility with UL 268 and UL 464 standards ensures reliable performance and seamless integration with existing fire alarm infrastructure.
For more information, contact the Life Safety Consultants team at (888) 557-0558, or email us at: sales@lifesafetycom.com
Additional information
| Weight | 1.6 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 12 × 9.5 × 4 in |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturers | Fire-Lite |
| Part Type | Photoelectric Smoke Detector |
