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EN 54-23 Visual Alarm Device (VAD) Specifying Tool

In a few seconds, this online specifying tool can help you identify the correct VAD LX products for your project, give you an indication of the number of devices needed, along with their positioning.

How large is the area to be covered?

The minimum mounting height for a wall mounted product is 2.4m. VAD LX ceiling mounted products are specified for a maximum height of 3m.

Width (metres)

Length (metres)

How will the devices be mounted?

Calculate your specification to produce an illustrative plan and summary...

Summary of your area

VAD devices map
Total number of devices required to cover your room is:
Wall VADs cannot cover your space as defined; we suggest using ceiling VADs instead.
Note. For reduced current the VAD LX can be switched to low power mode and still provide adequate VAD coverage for the room size you have selected.

Applicable products

Red and White flash colors available for all VAD LX products.

Are you an installer operating in the UK?

UK installers should be aware that they can benefit from the effects of multiplication factors on Visual Alarm Devices (VADs). Click 'Why does this matter?' to read our simple breakdown of COP0001 legislation.

Why does this matter?
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy and helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges.
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