Honeywell Notifier NFS-320 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel | ONYX Series Fire Safety Solution

Discover the Honeywell Notifier NFS 320 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel, a cutting-edge solution from NOTIFIER’s ONYX Series. Designed for small to medium-sized facilities, this panel supports up to 318 devices on a single SLC. With FlashScan® technology, it ensures rapid response and precise smoke detection. Its modular design simplifies configuration, while the intuitive QWERTY keypad and 80-character display enhance usability. Networkable with up to 200 nodes, it integrates seamlessly with Internet, GSM, and UDACT communication options. Certified for seismic and marine use, the NFS-320 delivers reliable performance with advanced features like auto programming and Boolean logic for tailored safety solutions.

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Honeywell Notifier NFS-320 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel

Revolutionizing Fire Safety for Modern Buildings

The Honeywell Notifier NFS-320 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel is part of NOTIFIER’s advanced ONYX Series.
Designed for small to medium-sized buildings, it’s ideal for compact offices, schools, hospitals, and large campuses.
This intelligent system offers scalability, reliability, and advanced safety features.

Powerful and Scalable Design

The panel supports one Signaling Line Circuit (SLC).
It can handle up to 318 devices—including 159 detectors and 159 modules.
This capacity makes it perfect for expanding facilities.
The modular design ensures easy installation and flexible configuration.

Adaptable for Diverse Applications

The NFS-320 is compatible with:

Ionization detectors
Photoelectric detectors
Thermal detectors
Multi-sensor detectors
Wireless devices via the FWSG SWIFT Gateway

Its ONYX intelligent sensing technology ensures precise smoke detection, reducing false alarms.

Faster Emergency Response

Thanks to FlashScan® protocol, device polling is quicker.
This enables rapid activation during emergencies.
Every second counts, and the NFS-320 ensures prompt alerts and actions.

User-Friendly Interface

The NFS-320 features a QWERTY keypad and an 80-character display.
This makes programming and monitoring straightforward.
Its autoprogramming feature simplifies setup for installers.
The Walk Test and 800-event history log make maintenance easier and more efficient.

Reliable Power and Connectivity

The system includes a 6.0A power supply.
It supports four Class A/B Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC).
Batteries up to 200 AH ensure reliable backup during outages.
Advanced communication options include:

Internet
GSM
UDACT

The NFS-320 can network with up to 200 nodes for large-scale fire safety systems.

Built for Tough Environments

Certified for seismic and marine environments, this panel meets NFPA-72 standards.
It includes transient protection for durability in challenging conditions.
Its releasing features can manage up to ten hazards.
It also supports voice integration with Honeywell’s FirstCommand system.

Customizable Safety Logic

The NFS-320 uses Boolean logic for complex, tailored operations.
This allows building owners to create specific safety protocols for different zones.
Such customization ensures maximum protection and operational flexibility.

Why Choose the Honeywell Notifier NFS-320?

Scalable for growing facilities
Fast detection and response
User-friendly programming
Advanced communication and networking
Durable and compliant with industry standards

The Honeywell Notifier NFS-320 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel is more than a fire detection device.
It’s a comprehensive fire safety solution for protecting lives and property.

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Technical Specifications for NFS-320

Category	Specification
System Capacity
Intelligent Signaling Line Circuits (SLC)	1
Intelligent Detectors	159
Addressable Monitor/Control Modules	159
Programmable Internal Hardware & Output Circuits	4
Programmable Software Zones	99
Special Programming Zones	14
LCD Annunciators per System	Up to 32
ACS Annunciators per System	Up to 32 (2048 annunciator/control points)
Operational
SLC Style	4, 6, or 7
Device Support per SLC	Up to 159 detectors and 159 modules (318 total)
Detector Types	Ion, photo, thermal, multi-sensor, wireless (via FWSG)
Module Types	Pull stations, contact devices, two-wire smoke detectors, notification, relay, wireless (via FWSG)
Wireless Support	Optional FWSG SWIFT Gateway (up to 50 devices per gateway, max 4 gateways)
Display	80-character LCD with QWERTY keypad
Event History	800-event capacity (nonvolatile), plus 200-event alarm-only file
Programming	Autoprogramming, Walk Test, VeriFire® Tools (online/offline), front-panel keypad
Sensitivity Adjustment	Manual (9 levels), Day/Night auto-adjust, Pre-alarm (9 levels)
Sensitivity Windows	Ion: 0.5-2.5%/ft; Photo: 0.5-2.35%/ft; Laser (VIEW): 0.02-2.0%/ft; Acclimate Plus: 0.5-4.0%/ft; IntelliQuad/PLUS: 1.0-4.0%/ft
NAC Coding	March time, Temporal, California two-stage, Canadian two-stage, strobe synchronization
Alarm Verification	Per point with automatic counter
Presignal/Positive Alarm Sequence (PAS)	Supported
Silence Inhibit/Auto Silence Timer	Configurable
Time Control Functions	Automatic, with holiday exceptions
FlashScan® Features
Polling Speed	Up to 318 devices in <2 seconds
Output Activation	Up to 159 outputs in <5 seconds
Protocol	Fully digital, high-precision (U.S. Patent 5,539,389)
Diagnostics	Multicolor LEDs for device address during Walk Test
ONYX Intelligent Sensing
Features	Drift compensation, smoothing, maintenance alerts (3 levels), self-optimizing pre-alarm, multi-detector sensing
Maintenance Alerts	Low Chamber, Maintenance Alert, Maintenance Urgent
Intelligent Detectors
FSL-751 VIEW	Laser-based early warning smoke detection
FAPT-851 Acclimate Plus	Photo/thermal multi-sensor with auto-adjusting sensitivity, low-temp warning (40°F ± 5°F)
FSC-851 IntelliQuad	Detects smoke, heat, CO, flame; high nuisance immunity
FCO-851 IntelliQuad PLUS	Adds life-safety CO detection, optional sounder base
FAAST Detectors (FSA-5000/8000/20000)	Aspirating smoke detectors for 5,000/8,000/28,800 sq.ft coverage
Releasing Features
Hazards Supported	Up to 10 independent hazards
Cross-Zone Options	Three programmable options
Timers	Adjustable delay and discharge timers
Abort Options	Four configurable abort types
CO2 Support	Low-pressure CO2 listed
Voice Features
Integration	Compatible with FirstCommand Series (see DN-60772)
Telephone	Requires NFC-FFT for telephone applications
Network Options
High-Speed Network	Up to 200 nodes (NFS2-3030, NFS-320, DVC-EM, ONYXWorks, etc.)
Standard Network	Up to 103 nodes (NFS2-3030, NFS-640, NCA-2, DVC-EM, etc.), 54 nodes with DVC-EM paging
Communication
Central Station Options	Standard UDACT, Internet, Internet/GSM (IPDACT-2/2UD, IPGSM-4G)
Printer Interface	80-column and 40-column printers (EIA-232)
Annunciators	Up to 32 remote 80-character displays, EIA-485 with custom graphics
Electrical
Power Supply	6.0A (3.0A offline switching, 6.0A in alarm)
Input Voltage	120 VAC (NFS-320/NFS-320C), 240 VAC (NFS-320E)
Battery Charger	Supports 18-200 AH batteries
Power Consumption	Not specified (dependent on configuration)
Relays	Built-in Alarm, Trouble, Security, Supervisory
Mechanical
Dimensions (W x D x H)	Not specified (varies by enclosure, e.g., CAB-4 series)
Product Weight	Not specified
Housing	CAB-4 series or CAB-BM (marine applications)
Battery Box	NFS-LBB (for batteries >26 AH), NFS-LBBR (red)
Environmental
Operating Temperature	Not specified (assumed 0°C to 49°C per UL standards)
Relative Humidity	Not specified (assumed up to 93% non-condensing per UL standards)
Ingress Protection	Not specified (enclosure-dependent, e.g., IP66 for marine CAB-BM)
Regulatory
Certifications	UL Listed, ULC Listed, FM Approved, CSFM, FDNY, Marine Approved (see DN-60688), Seismic Certified (with SEISKIT-320/B26, SEISKIT-BB25, or SEISKIT-LBB)
Standards	NFPA-72 compliant, UL 864, UL 2572 (Mass Notification)
Other
Transient Protection	Extensive, built-in
Boolean Logic	Supported for custom programming
Country of Origin	Not specified