The System Sensor SCWK is a SpectrAlert Advance outdoor ceiling-mounted strobe designed to provide dependable visual emergency notification in commercial fire alarm systems. It features a white housing with FIRE marking and field-selectable candela settings for flexible visual signaling.
Designed for indoor, outdoor, wet, and dry applications, the SCWK includes an outdoor weatherproof back box and operates across a wide temperature range. Its plug-in construction and universal mounting system help simplify installation, testing, and servicing.
Product Functions
- Provides visual fire alarm notification
- Provides high-visibility emergency signaling
- Supports outdoor ceiling installations
- Supports indoor and outdoor applications
- Provides field-selectable candela output
- Supports synchronized strobe operation
- Provides FIRE identification
- Supports 12-volt and 24-volt systems
- Provides weather-resistant visual notification
- Supports commercial life safety systems
Visual Notification Performance
The SCWK provides field-selectable strobe settings of 15, 15/75, 30, 75, 95, 110, and 115 candela. This range allows installers to configure the visual output according to the notification requirements of the protected area.
The appliance supports automatic selection of 12- or 24-volt operation at the 15 and 15/75 candela settings. Its operating voltage range is 8 to 17.5 volts for 12V nominal systems and 16 to 33 volts for 24V nominal systems.
Weatherproof Construction
The SCWK is designed specifically for outdoor notification applications and operates from -40°F to 151°F (-40°C to 66°C). The appliance includes an outdoor back box for the standard weatherproof installation configuration.
Its rugged SpectrAlert Advance construction makes it suitable for outdoor, wet, dry, and environmentally demanding locations when installed according to manufacturer requirements.
Installation Information
The SCWK uses a plug-in design and universal mounting plate intended to simplify installation and reduce intrusion into the electrical back box. The platform incorporates an onboard shorting spring that allows installers to verify wiring continuity before installing the notification appliance.
The device supports approximately 12 to 18 AWG field wiring and is configured specifically for ceiling mounting.
Product Identification
Manufacturer: System Sensor
Series: SpectrAlert Advance
Model: SCWK
Product Type: Outdoor Strobe
Mounting: Ceiling
Housing Color: White
Marking: FIRE
Candela Settings: 15 / 15/75 / 30 / 75 / 95 / 110 / 115 cd
Nominal Voltage: 12V / 24V
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 151°F
Wiring: 12–18 AWG
Outdoor Back Box: Included
Protection & Applications
Suitable for:
- Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
- Outdoor Visual Notification
- Ceiling-Mounted Notification
- Wet Location Applications
- Parking Structures
- Industrial Facilities
- Warehouses
- Manufacturing Facilities
- Schools and Universities
- Hospitals
- Healthcare Facilities
- Government Buildings
- Commercial Buildings
- Covered Exterior Areas
- Indoor and Outdoor Life Safety Notification



