FCS Multi Channel System Controllers
High performance controller with logic and priority settings for monitoring toxic, combustible and refrigerant gases with versatile control functionality. Available with Modbus® or BACnet® communication with BAS, supports 4-20 mA and Modbus® driven VFDs.
- Available in 4 channels, 8 channels, 32 channels and 128 channels
- FCS-M models offer Modbus® RTU RS-485 digital output signal for LAN and WAN communications
- FCS-B models offer BACnet® MS/TP RS-485 output signal for WAN communications (for communicating with a BAS)
- Graphic, full colour, touchpad LCD screen with LED indicators
Description
The FCS Flexible Control System is a sophisticated, high performance controller that offers multi-channel configurations for monitoring toxic, combustible and refrigerant gases with versatile control functionality for non-hazardous, non-explosion rated, commercial and light industrial applications. The FCS is designed to accept inputs from digital and/or analog transmitters and/or Peripheral Devices (in various combinations), using Modbus® RTU RS-485 or 4-20 mA analog input.
The FCS is available in 4 channel, 8 channel, 32 channel and 128 channel models with either Modbus® RTU RS-485 WAN output or with BACnet® MS/TP RS-485 WAN output for communicating with a Building Automation System (BAS).
All models include, four internal SPDT dry contact relays with field configurable time delays and trigger levels, a full colour LCD resistive touch screen with LED panel indicating configurable channel alarm status, relay status and fault conditions, intuitive menu system with password protection, enhanced logic control, priorities/zoning capabilities, a USB port for firmware upgrades, data logging and a door-mounted, audible alarm. The FCS has flexible configuration settings for analog outputs and supports 4-20 mA and Modbus® driven VFDs.
Optional value added features include, analog inputs and/or analog outputs, a top mounted strobe, a locking door, a manual shut off switch and a water tight, door-mounted audible alarm.
The FCS can be connected to the following CET remote devices:
- Remote strobe/horns
- Remote Display Module (CET-RDM)
- Remote Relay Module (RLY-4 and/or RLY-8)
- LNK-AI Analog Input device
- LNK-AO Analog Output device
- LNK-XT Network Extender
- Remote Power Supply (RPS-24VDC)
Features, Options and Remote Devices Guidelines
All models can be configured to comply with California Title-24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards. Specification details need to be given at time of order and additional settings can be implemented in the field as required.
Specifications
Mechanical
| Enclosure | ABS / Polycarbonate, IP54 rating with door mounted, water tight buzzer installed |
| Weight | 1.8 kg / 4 lbs |
| Size | 254 x 226 x 113 mm / 10.0 x 8.9 x 4.44 in |
User Interface
| Display | 8.1 cm (3.2") graphic, 1/4 VGA full colour resistive touch LCD screen with LED indicators for "POWER", "STATUS 1, 2 and 3" and "FAULT" |
Input/Output
| Input | Modbus® RTU RS-485 input 4-20 mA analog input (optional) |
| Output | Modbus® RTU RS-485 output to networked devices Modbus® RTU RS-485 output to BAS or DDC (FCS-M models) BACnet MS/TP RS-485 output to BAS or DDC (FCS-B models) 2 outputs drives for strobe/horn, 0.5 A @ 24 VDC max Field configurable 4-20 mA or 0-10 volts analog output (optional) |
| Relays | 4 internal SPDT dry contact relays, 5 A @ 240 VAC (up to 64 total with Remote Relay Modules) |
| Audible Alarm | Standard loud, door mounted buzzer, 90 dB @ 30 cm (1 ft) Optional: door mounted, water tight buzzer, 85 dB @ 60.96 cm (2 ft) |
| Top Mounted Strobe | Optional: bright, red, top mounted strobe, 10 - 30 VDC, 13 cm H x 6.1 cm dia / 5.2 inches H x 2.4 inches dia |
Electrical
| Power Requirement | Line Voltage: 90 – 240 VAC, 50 -60 Hz, 75 W |
| Current Draw | Line Voltage (110 VAC): approx. 1.0 amps Line Voltage (220 VAC): approx. 0.5 amps |
| Power Distribution | Total power available for Remote & Peripheral Devices and Options 65 W @ 24 VDC |
| Wiring | Line Voltage: VAC 3-conductor (Line, Neutral, Ground) shielded, stranded 16 - 18 AWG within conduit LAN Modbus® RTU RS-485 4-conductor, 18 - 22 AWG twisted, shielded, stranded WAN (output to BAS) Modbus® RTU (version 1.1b3) RS-485 or BACnet® MS/TP (version 1 rev 14) RS-485 4-conductor, 18 - 22 AWG twisted, shielded, stranded |
| Fuses | Thermal, resetting |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F) with internal heater -40°C to -40°C (-40°F to 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 15 - 90% RH non-condensing |
Certifications
| Conforms to: | CSA-C22.2 No. 205-12, UL508 (Edition 17):2007 EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, EN 50270:2006, Type 1, EN61010 FCC. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCS-B, FCS-B-X models are Listed by BTL (where X represents one or more factory installed Options) RoHS compliant circuit boards |
Applications
Detected Gases
Documents
Application: AI Workload Zones & Tower Stacks - FCS and CGAS-D-IR
PDF • 3.8 MB • Application Guides
Application: Brewery - FCS and CGAS
PDF • 746 KB • Application Guides
Application: Chiller Rooms - FCS and CGAS IR
PDF • 933 KB • Application Guides
Application: Cold Storage / Freezer Rooms - FCS and CGAS
PDF • 602 KB • Application Guides
Application: Distribution Warehouse - FCS and CGAS Detector
PDF • 908 KB • Application Guides
Application: Enclosed Parking - FCS and CGAS-D
PDF • 669 KB • Application Guides
Application: Greenhouse Production - FCS and CGAS-D CO2 CO & CH4
PDF • 2.3 MB • Application Guides
Application: Hotels - FCS and CGAS IR
PDF • 503 KB • Application Guides
Application: Ice Arenas - FCS, CGAS and CXT2
PDF • 1020 KB • Application Guides
Application: Indoor Swimming Pools - FCS and CGAS CL2 O3
PDF • 942 KB • Application Guides
Application: Oil Extraction - FCS and CXT2
PDF • 2.0 MB • Application Guides
Application: Refrigerant Shafts - FCS and CGAS-D-IR
PDF • 750 KB • Application Guides
Application: Schools - FCS and CGAS Public Space
PDF • 659 KB • Application Guides
Application: Waste Water Treatment Plant - FCS, CGAS and CXT2
PDF • 960 KB • Application Guides
Application: Winery - FCS and CGAS
PDF • 879 KB • Application Guides
FCS-4 Brochure
PDF • 3.3 MB • Brochures
BTL Listing (PICS) for BACnet Module for FCS-B
PDF • 212 KB • Certifications
Controls Schematic: Distilleries - Central Panel
DWG • 1.3 MB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Distilleries - Central Panel
PDF • 1.4 MB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Distilleries - Standalone Units
PDF • 379 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Distilleries - Standalone Units
DWG • 1.1 MB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Refrigeration System - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Refrigeration System - Central Panel
PDF • 801 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Refrigeration System - Standalone Units
DWG • 1.1 MB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Refrigeration System - Standalone Units
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Controls Schematic: Vehicle Exhaust - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Vehicle Exhaust - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Vehicle Exhaust - Standalone Units
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Controls Schematic: Vehicle Exhaust - Standalone Units
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Controls Schematic: Warehouse - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Warehouse - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Warehouse - Standalone Units
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Controls Schematic: Warehouse - Standalone Units
PDF • 397 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Welding Shop - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Welding Shop - Central Panel
PDF • 549 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Welding Shop - Standalone Units
PDF • 415 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Welding Shop - Standalone Units
DWG • 1.1 MB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Wineries and Breweries - Central Panel
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Controls Schematic: Wineries and Breweries - Central Panel
PDF • 692 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Wineries and Breweries - Standalone Units
PDF • 556 KB • Controls Schematics
Controls Schematic: Wineries and Breweries - Standalone Units
DWG • 1.1 MB • Controls Schematics
FCS Datasheet
PDF • 265 KB • Datasheets
FCS-32 Datasheet
PDF • 256 KB • Datasheets
FCS-4 Datasheet
PDF • 292 KB • Datasheets
FCS-8 Datasheet
PDF • 264 KB • Datasheets
Engineering Spec: California Title 24 - FCS and CGAS-D-CO-NO2
DOC • 411 KB • Engineering Specs
Engineering Spec: Methane Leaks - FCS-M and CXT2-A-ICH4
DOC • 403 KB • Engineering Specs
Engineering Spec: Refrigeration Machinery Room - FCS and CGAS-D-IR
DOCX • 384 KB • Engineering Specs
Engineering Spec: Vehicle Exhaust - FCS and CGAS-D-CO-NO2
DOCX • 382 KB • Engineering Specs
Gas Detection Schedule: Distilleries - Central Panel
PDF • 171 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Distilleries - Central Panel
XLSX • 22 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Distilleries - Central Panel
DWG • 59 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Distilleries - Standalone Units
PDF • 170 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Distilleries - Standalone Units
XLSX • 22 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Distilleries - Standalone Units
DWG • 60 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Refrigeration System - Central Panel
DWG • 63 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Refrigeration System - Central Panel
PDF • 171 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Refrigeration System - Central Panel
XLSX • 19 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Refrigeration System - Standalone Units
PDF • 169 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Refrigeration System - Standalone Units
XLSX • 18 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Refrigeration System - Standalone Units
DWG • 48 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Vehicle Exhaust - Central Panel
XLSX • 17 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Vehicle Exhaust - Central Panel
PDF • 172 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Vehicle Exhaust - Central Panel
DWG • 61 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Vehicle Exhaust - Standalone Units
XLSX • 19 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Vehicle Exhaust - Standalone Units
PDF • 170 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Vehicle Exhaust - Standalone Units
DWG • 53 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Warehouse - Central Panel
XLSX • 19 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Warehouse - Central Panel
PDF • 172 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Warehouse - Central Panel
DWG • 63 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Warehouse - Standalone Units
PDF • 172 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Warehouse - Standalone Units
XLSX • 19 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Warehouse - Standalone Units
DWG • 63 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Welding Shop - Central Panel
DWG • 64 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Welding Shop - Central Panel
PDF • 171 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Welding Shop - Central Panel
XLSX • 22 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Welding Shop - Standalone Units
XLSX • 22 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Welding Shop - Standalone Units
PDF • 171 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Welding Shop - Standalone Units
DWG • 66 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Wineries and Breweries - Central Panel
PDF • 171 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Wineries and Breweries - Central Panel
XLSX • 22 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Wineries and Breweries - Central Panel
DWG • 61 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Wineries and Breweries - Standalone Units
PDF • 170 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Wineries and Breweries - Standalone Units
DWG • 60 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
Gas Detection Schedule: Wineries and Breweries - Standalone Units
XLSX • 22 KB • Gas Detection Schedules
FCS Digital Network Installation Guidelines
PDF • 121 KB • Guidelines
FCS Digital Network Installation Checklist
PDF • 144 KB • Manuals
FCS Installation Manual - firmware v1.58 to v2.0
PDF • 7.4 MB • Manuals
FCS Installation Manual - firmware v2.2
PDF • 2.0 MB • Manuals
FCS Installation Manual - firmware v2.3 onwards
PDF • 1.9 MB • Manuals
FCS Operation Manual - firmware v1.58 to v2.0
PDF • 1.3 MB • Manuals
FCS Operation Manual - firmware v2.2 onwards
PDF • 1.2 MB • Manuals
FCS Operation Manual - up to firmware v1.58
PDF • 1.9 MB • Manuals
FCS Features Options and Remote Devices
PDF • 87 KB • Product Guides
FCS Product Overview Diagram
PDF • 745 KB • Product Guides
FCS System Diagram
PDF • 316 KB • Product Guides
Quick Reference Guide to Internal Analog Outputs in FCS Controller
PDF • 240 KB • Product Guides
Product Spec: FCS-32-B Controller
PDF • 159 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-32-M Controller
PDF • 158 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-4-B Controller
PDF • 159 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-4-M Controller
PDF • 158 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-8-B Controller
PDF • 159 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-8-M Controller
PDF • 158 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-B Controller
PDF • 159 KB • Product Specs
Product Spec: FCS-M Controller
PDF • 158 KB • Product Specs
ChillerSense Solution Guide
PDF • 2.7 MB • Compliance Guides
ParkSense Solution Guide
PDF • 2.7 MB • Compliance Guides
Wiring Diagram: FCS with LNK-AI
PDF • 128 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS with RSL-120V G Flashing RAB Steady
PDF • 304 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS with RSL-24V G Flashing RAB Steady
PDF • 292 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-32-B System Wiring
PDF • 803 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-32-B-L with CGAS-D-NH3
PDF • 872 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-32-M System Wiring
PDF • 790 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-32-M-L with CGAS-D-NH3
PDF • 862 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-4-B System Wiring
PDF • 915 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-4-M System Wiring
PDF • 903 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-8-B System Wiring
PDF • 982 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-8-M System Wiring
PDF • 971 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-8-M with CXT2-D
PDF • 971 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-B System Wiring
PDF • 803 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-B with CGAS-D and RPS-24VDC
PDF • 497 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-B with Option -AIAO and RDM
PDF • 298 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-B with Option AIAO and Remote Relay RLY-4
PDF • 489 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-M System Wiring
PDF • 790 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-M with CGAS-D and RLY-4
PDF • 487 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-M with CGAS-D and RSH-24V-R
PDF • 442 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-M with LNK-AO
PDF • 128 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-M with RDM
PDF • 286 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: FCS-M with RLY-8 connected to RSH-24V and exhaust fan
PDF • 235 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: LNK-XT Powered by Controller
PDF • 109 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram: LNK-XT Powered by RPS-24VDC
PDF • 112 KB • Wiring Diagrams
Video Library
FCS Product Overview
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection System: How It Works
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection System: Your Design
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection System: FCS Models
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection Controller: FCS Relays
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection Controller: Adding Relays to the FCS
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection Controller: How Relays Work
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection Controller: FCS Highlighted Features
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection Controller: Configuring the FCS After Installation
ASK THE EXPERTS - Gas Detection System: Interaction with VFD Fans
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