EDWARDS® Catalog  Intelligent Initiating Devices

LIFE SAFETY & INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

Intelligent Heat
Detectors
SIGA-HRD, SIGA-HFD

S853

Overview Standard Features

The Signature Series smoke detectors bring advanced sensing Note: Some features described here may not be supported
technology to a practical design that increases efficiency, saves by all control systems. Check your control panel’s Installation
installation time, cuts costs, and extends property protection and Operation Guide for details.
capabilities. Continuous self-diagnostics ensures reliability over
• Next Generation Heat Sensing Technology
the long-haul, while the latest thermister technology makes these
detectors ideal wherever dependable heat detection is required. • 135 °F (57 °C) fixed temperature alarm point (HRD and HFD)
The SIGA-HRD is an intelligent fixed temperature/rate-of-rise fire • 15 °F (9 °C) per minute rate-of-rise alarm point (HRD)
detector. It monitors the temperature of the surrounding air and • Uses existing wiring
analyzes the data from the sensor to determine whether to initiate
an alarm. The rate-of-rise heat function quickly detects a fast, • Automatic device mapping
flaming fire. The fixed-temperature heat function detects fire when • Sensor Markings Provide Easy Testing Identification
the air temperature near the detector exceeds the alarm point.
• Up To 250 Total Signature Devices Per Loop
The SIGA-HFD is an intelligent fixed-temperature heat detec-
tor that contains a fixed-temperature heat sensor rated at 135 °F • Non-volatile memory
(57.2 °C). It does not have a rate-of-rise function. The heat sensor • Electronic addressing
monitors the temperature of the air in its surroundings and the
detector analyzes the data to determine when the air temperature • Bicolor (green/red) status LED
near the detector exceeds the device’s alarm point. • Standard, relay, fault isolator, and audible mounting bases
• 50 foot (15.2 meter) spacing

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Application Accessories
The SIGA-HRD combination fixed temperature/rate-of-rise heat Detector mounting bases have wiring terminals that are
detector provides a 15 °F (9 °C) per minute rate-of-rise heat accessible from the “room-side” after mounting the base to the
sensor for the detection of fast-developing fires, as well as a 135°F electrical box. The bases mount to North American 1-gang boxes
(57°C) fixed temperature sensor for slow building-fires. The SIGA- and to 3½ inch or 4 inch octagon boxes, 1½ inches (38 mm) deep.
HFD fixed temperature detector provides a 135°F (57°C) fixed They also mount to European BESA and 1-gang boxes with 60.3
temperature sensor for slow building-fires. mm fixing centers. The SIGA-SB4, SIGA-RB4, and SIGA-IB4 mount
to North American 4 inch sq. electrical boxes in addition to the
above boxes. They include the SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt, which is used
Compatibility to cover the “mounting ears” on the base. The SIGA-AB4G mounts
Signature Series heat detectors are compatible only with to a 4 inch square box only.
the Signature Loop Controller.

Installation
Signature Series detectors mount
SIGA-AB4G/T/LF SIGA-SB SIGA-IB SIGA-RB SIGA-LED
to North American 1-gang boxes, Audible Base Standard Base Isolator Base Relay Base Remote LED
3-1/2 inch or 4 inch octagon
boxes, and to 4 inch square Self-locking tab Remote LED SIGA-LED - The remote LED connects to the
electrical boxes 1-1/2 inches SIGA-SB or SIGA-SB4 Standard Base only. It features a North
(38 mm) deep. They mount to American size 1-gang plastic faceplate with a white finish and
European BESA and 1-gang red alarm LED.
boxes with 60.3 mm fixing LED Indicator
SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt - Supplied with 4 inch bases, it can also be
centers. See mounting base ordered separately to use with the other bases to help hide surface
installation and wiring for more imperfections not covered by the smaller bases.
information.
Sounder Bases - Signature Series sounder bases are designed
for use where localized or group alarm signaling is required.
Sensing and reporting technology
• SIGA-AB4G bases provide sounder capability to Signature
The microprocessor in each detector provides additional Series to heat and smoke detectors. They are not intended
benefits – Self-diagnostics and History Log, Automatic Device for use with combination carbon monoxide detectors in
Mapping, and Fast, Stable Communication. Fire-plus-CO mode.
Self-diagnostics and History Log - Each Signature Series • SIGA-AB4GT bases provide sounder capability to Signature
detector constantly runs self-checks to provide important Series smoke and heat detectors, as well as carbon monoxide
maintenance information. The results of the self-check are detectors when used with a SIGA-TCDR
automatically updated and permanently stored in the detector’s Temporal Pattern Generator.
non-volatile memory.
• SIGA-AB4G-LF bases provide 520 Hz low frequency sounder
Automatic Device Mapping - The loop controller learns where capability to Signature Series smoke and heat detectors, as
each device’s serial number address is installed relative to other well as carbon monoxide detectors when used with a SIGA-
devices on the circuit. The mapping feature provides supervision TCDR Temporal Pattern Generator. The SIGA-AB4G-LF is
of each device’s installed location to prevent a detector from being suitable for applications requiring low frequency audible tones.
reinstalled (after cleaning etc.) in a different location from where it
was originally.
Warnings & Cautions
Fast Stable Communication - On-board intelligence means less • This detector does not operate without electrical power.
information needs to be sent between the detector and the loop As fires frequently cause power interruption, discuss
controller. Other than regular supervisory polling response, the further safeguards with the local fire protection specialist.
detector only needs to communicate with the loop controller
when it has something new to report. • This detector does not sense fires in areas where heat cannot
reach the detector. Heat from fires in walls, roofs, or on the
opposite side of closed doors may not reach the detector.
• This heat detector by itself does not provide life safety
protection Use this detector with ionization and/or
photoelectric smoke detectors.
• This detector does not detect oxygen levels, smoke, toxic
gases, or flames. Use this device as part of a broad-based life
safety program which includes a variety of information sources
pertaining to heat and smoke levels, extinguishment systems,
visual and audible devices, and other safety measures.
• Independent studies indicate that heat detectors should only
be used when property protection alone is involved. Never
rely on heat detectors as the sole means of fire protection.

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Typical Wiring
The detector mounting bases accept #18 AWG (0.75mm2), Relay Detector Base, SIGA-RB, SIGA-RB4
#16 (1.0mm2), #14 AWG (1.5mm2), and #12 AWG (2.5mm²) This base includes a relay.
wire sizes. Sizes #16 AWG (1.0mm2) and #18 AWG (0.75mm2) Normally Open or Normally
are preferred for ease of installation. Closed operation is selected
during installation. The dry
Standard Detector Base, SIGA-SB, SIGA-SB4 contact is rated for 1 amp
(pilot duty) @ 30 Vdc. The
This is the basic mounting base Remote LED
relay’s position is supervised
for EDWARDS Signature Series Max resistance
to avoid accidentally jarring it
per wire
detectors. The SIGA-LED must not exceed out of position. The SIGA-RB
Remote LED is supported 10 Ohms
can be operated as a control
by this Base. relay if programmed to do so
Term Description Term Description
1 Not Used at the control panel. The relay 1 Normally Open
2 DATA IN/OUT (+) base does not support the CONTACT RATING
1.0 Amp @ 30 VDC
2 DATA IN/OUT (+)
3 Common
3 Not Used
4 DATA IN (-) DATA IN (-) DATA OUT (-) SIGA-LED Remote LED. (Pilot Duty) 4 DATA IN (-)
4 Remote LED (-) 5 Not Used
5 Remote LED (+) 6 Normally-Closed
6 Not Used DATA IN (+) DATA OUT (+) 7 DATA OUT (-)
7 DATA OUT (-) From Signature Controller To Next Device
or Previous Device

Audible Sounder Bases, Fire Mode

Isolator Detector Base, SIGA-IB, SIGA-IB4 AB4GT, AB4G, AB4G-LF sounder bases
This base includes a built-in line fault isolator for use on Class A
circuits. A detector must be installed for it to operate. The isolator
base does not support the SIGA-LED Remote LED. SIGA-AB4GT, SIGA-AB4G-LF:
SIGA-AB4G, Output Mode
The isolator operates as follows: SIGA-AB4G-LF: Jumper cuts Default = Fire
Volume Setting Cut/remove jumper
- a short on the line causes all Default = High for Fire plus CO
isolators to open within 23 msec Cut/remove
jumper for SIGA-AB4G:
- at 10 msec intervals,beginning low dB Tone Setting
Default = Temporal
on one side of the Class A DATA- DATA- DATA+
SIG+ SIG- OUT IN IN/OUT Cut/remove jumper
circuit nearest the loop for Steady
controller, the isolators SIGA-AB4GT:
close to provide the Not Used
next isolator down
the line with power
24 Vdc in
- - 24 Vdc out
- when the isolator next From power supply
Term Description or previous base + + To next base or EOL relay
to the short closes, it 1 Not Used
reopens within 10 msec. 2 DATA IN/OUT (+) -
Data out
3 DATA IN (-) Data in -
to next Signature device
The process repeats beginning on 4 Not Used From Signature Controller
+
5 Not Used or previous device +
the other side of the loop controller. 6 DATA OUT (-)
7 Not Used

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Specifications
SIGA- HRD SIGA-HFD
Operating voltage 15.20 to 19.95 VDC
Normal operating current 51 µA
Alarm current 68 µA
Vibration level 10 to 35 Hz, with an amplitude of 0.01 in.
Rate-of-rise rating 15°F/min (8°C/min) NA
Fixed temperature rating 135°F (57.2°C). Actual alarm point 129 to 141°F (53.9 to 60.6°C).
Maximum spacing 50 ft. (15.2 m) centers
Factory Mutual rating Ultra-fast Special
Compatible bases See Ordering Information
Compatible detector testers Testifire 1000, Testifire 2000 Testifire 2000
Operating environment 32 to 100°F (0 to 38°C), 0 to 93% RH, noncondensing
Construction High Impact Engineering Polymer, White
Storage temperature -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Agency Listings UL521, CAN/UL-S530, CSFM, FM approved

Ordering Information
Catalog Ship Wt.
Description
Number lbs (kg)
SIGA-HRD Intelligent fixed temperature/Rate-of-rise heat detector
0.4 (0.16)
SIGA-HFD Intelligent fixed temperature heat detector

Compatible Bases
SIGA-SB Detector Mounting Base - Standard
SIGA-SB4 4-inch Detector Mounting Base c/w Trim Skirt
SIGA-RB Detector Mounting Base w/Relay
0.2 (.09)
SIGA-RB4 4-inch Detector Mounting Base w/Relay, c/w Trim Skirt
SIGA-IB Detector Mounting Base w/Fault Isolator
SIGA-IB4 4-inch Detector Mounting Base w/ Fault Isolator, c/w Trim Skirt
SIGA-AB4G Audible (Sounder) Base for Fire Detectors
SIGA-AB4G-LF Low Frequency Audible (Sounder) Base for CO and Fire Detectors 0.3 (0.15)
SIGA-AB4GT Audible (Sounder) Base for CO and Fire Detectors
SIGA-LED Remote Alarm LED (not for EN54 applications)
SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt (supplied with 4-inch bases)
0.1 (0.04)
SIGA-TS Trim Skirt (optional for non 4-inch bases)
SIGA-RTA Detector Removal Tool
06-1-18

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