Kidde Outdoor Cover Red Alert Visual for Fire Safety Equipment
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The Kidde Outdoor Weatherproof Back Box is an essential accessory engineered specifically for exterior-mounted fire alarm notification appliances, including horns, strobes, bells, speakers, and chimes. It installs directly onto exterior walls or junction surfaces as a secure housing foundation, protecting electrical connections and device housings from driving rain, moisture, and harsh environmental elements. By establishing a weather-resistant seal around life safety signaling equipment, this unit ensures uninterrupted operational readiness and long-term durability in outdoor commercial and industrial zones.
This enclosure directly supports life safety compliance mandates under NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code), which governs the proper installation, environmental protection, and survivability of notification appliances used for emergency evacuation. Utilizing an approved weatherproof assembly satisfies AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) requirements for outdoor signaling circuits, ensuring notification devices remain fully functional and visible during emergency response conditions.
Key Features & Construction
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Built with robust materials designed to withstand aggressive weather conditions and exterior exposure.
- High-Visibility Finish: Finished in a bright red alert marking to ensure rapid visual identification of fire protection hardware during emergencies.
- Corrosion Resistance: Engineered to prevent moisture ingress, protecting internal wiring terminals and signaling mechanisms from premature degradation.
- Compact Profile: Streamlined footprint fits standard single-gang or compatible mounting configurations while maintaining structural integrity.
- Streamlined Maintenance: Simplifies field servicing and routine visual inspections required for life safety asset management.
Technical Specifications & Compliance Table
| Manufacturer / Brand | Kidde Commercial |
| Model / Series Number / SIN | Outdoor Weatherproof Back Box / Red Alert Visual Series |
| Connection / Thread Size & Type | Standard Single-Gang / Surface Mount Compatibility |
| Pressure Rating (WWP / Max Working Pressure) | N/A |
| Voltage | Compatible with standard 12V/24V DC and 120V AC signaling appliances |
| Temperature Rating / Response Type | Outdoor Rated |
| Material / Body Construction | Heavy-Duty Cast / Weather-Resistant Housing |
| Agency Listings & Approvals | UL Listed, FM Approved |
| Applicable NFPA Standards | NFPA 72 |
Submittal & Installation Note: Always verify specific mounting, wiring, and environmental requirements with your local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) prior to installation. Consult the manufacturer's official technical data sheet for complete wiring diagrams, knock-out locations, and hardware compatibility specifications.
Documentation: Download Manufacturer Technical Data & Cut Sheet (PDF)
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