SENTROL Application notes - Alarms BC

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Residential & Commercial Applications
PROTECTING OUTDOOR SPACES
APPLICATION
INSTALLATION
RECOMMENDED
PRODUCTS
There are many applications for motion detection outdoors. Most of them stem
from the need to protect property that is at risk. There are also occasions to set up
a pre-entry barrier to detect unwanted intruders — whether human or animal.
Sentrol has developed a rugged passive infrared detector that is excellent for
outdoor use. The 6187CTX Outdoor PIR combines an advanced signal processing
circuit, custom pyro and lens with a cast metal housing that is water resistant, dust
and shock proof. It is rated to perform in temperatures from -40°C to +50°C (-40°F
to +120°F).
Carefully consider if central station monitoring if necessary. A local alarm or local
response such as CCTV may be appropriate if the potential for false alarms is high.
Mount the PIR high — at least 7' (2.13m) — on a flat surface to discourage rodents
or birds from perching.
Make sure conduit openings and mounting holes are well sealed. If conduit is
used, run the conduit out the side or bottom of the unit to keep condensation from
the conduit from draining into the PIR’s housing.
Avoid direct sunlight on the plastic lens.
Keep away from branches that may impede PIR’s coverage pattern.
Use the 6187CTX for outdoor applications.
SPACE DETECTION
SENTROL
The Industrial 6187CTX can be installed outdoors
as well as indoors and is rated down to -40°F.
The 6187CTX is fully sealed from
water, dust and dirt.
40'
12.2m
Top View
30'
9.1m
20'
6.1m
10'
3.0m
0
0 10' 20' 30' 40'
3.0m 6.1m 9.1m 12.2m
7'
2.1m
Side view
4°
30° 15° Floor line
2.38