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Outdoor Evacuation Signals
24 VDC Outdoor Commander Strobe and Horn/Strobe
1 unit per carton, 3 pounds per carton
Assembled in the USA
Applications
The Outdoor Commander Series is a outdoor listed strobe and horn/strobe
comination that offers dependable visible and/or audible alarms for all outdoor
needs.
The WGE Series offers a fixed 75 candela strobe. The WGEC horn/strobe offers a
continuous or synchable temporal 3 in 2400Hz, mechanical and chime as well as a
whoop tone. All tones are easy for the professional to change in the field by the use of
switches.
Included with the WGE Series is the GOE or GOELP outdoor enclosure. The enclosure
is made of high quality Lexan® material, providing protection from weather related
conditions and allowing the necessary full candela output. This highly constructed
enclosure meets various installation requirements including deterring moisture from
entering the enclosures.
The Outdoor Commander Series is equipped with a standard 4” mounting plate
which incorporates the Super-Slide® feature that allows the installer to easily test
for supervision. The product also features a locking mechanism which secures the
product to the bracket without any screws showing. The WGE Series also features the
Checkmate® instant voltage verification feature which allows the installer to check the
voltage drop draw and match it to the blueprint.
The WGE Series appliances are ANSI/UL 464, ANSI/UL 1638, CAN/ULC S525 and/or
CAN/ULC S526 listed for use with fire protective systems and are warranted for three
years from date of purchase.
Standard Features
• Nominal voltage 24 VDC
• Fixed 75 candela
• GOE Unit Dimensions: 5.84” (14.83 cm) high x 4.81” (12.22 cm) wide x
4.22” (10.72 cm) deep
• GOELP Unit Dimensions: 5.84” (14.83 cm) high x 4.81” (12.22 cm) wide x
3.25” (8.255 cm) deep
• Super-Slide® - Ease of Supervision Testing
• Checkmate® Instant Voltage Verification
• Prewire entire system, install mounting bracket, then install signals
• Input terminals accept 12 to 18 AWG
• Horn/strobe switch selection for high or low dBA
• Horn/strobe switch for 2400 Hz, mechanical, chime and whoop tones
• Horn/strobe switch for continuous or temporal 3 (not available on whoop tone)
• Synchronize strobe and/or horn by using Gentex AVSM Control Module
• Silence audible while visual appliance will remain flashing
• Tamperproof re-entrant grill and locking screw (optional use)
• GOE/GOELP made of clear Lexan® - provides maximum visibility and reliability for
effective visible signaling - allowing full 75cd output
• Faceplate available in red or off-white
• Wall mount
Product Listings
• ANSI/UL 464 and ANSI/UL 1638 Listed
• CAN/ULC S525 and/or CAN/ULC S526 Listed
• CSFM: 7135-0569:122 (WGEC)
7125-0569:127 (WGES)
7300-0569:124 (ENCLOSURE)
• MEA: 285-91E-XVI
Product Compliance
• NFPA 72
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• IBC/IFC/IRC
• Quality Management System is certified to:
ISO 9001:2008
WGES / WGEC - Outdoor Evacuation Signals
NOTE: Must order the GOE or GOELP (sold separately) when using the GEH24 in an outdoor application.
WGE 24 VDC Series Strobe Current Ratings
Candela 24 VDC UL Max
75 cd 112 mA 170 mA
* Operating the horn in this mode at this voltage will result in not meeting the minimum ANSI/UL 464 reverberant sound
level required for public mode fire protection service. These settings are acceptable only for private mode fire alarm
use. Use the high dBA setting for public mode application (not applicable when using the chime tone. The chime
tone is always private mode).
R = Red Faceplate, W = White Faceplate
LP = Low Profile (GOELP Enclosure)
All units are available in plain (no lettering) Plain units are not returnable
WGES / WGEC is shipped with the GOE or GOELP Outdoor Enclosure
GEH Low Profile Evacuation Horn
Model Part Number Voltage (VDC)
Reverberant
dBA at 10ft.
Anechoic Room
dBA at 10ft.
GEH24-R 904-1205-002 24 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
GEH24-W 904-1207-002 24 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
WGES24 Evacuation Outdoor Strobe
Model Part Number Voltage (VDC)Candela
WGES24-75WR 904-1219-002 24 75
WGES24-75WW 904-1220-002 24 75
WGES24-75WRLP 904-1261-002 24 75
WGES24-75WWLP 904-1263-002 24 75
WGEC24 Evacuation Outdoor Horn/Strobe
Model Part Number Voltage (VDC)Candela
Reverberant
dBA at 10ft.
Anechoic Room
dBA at 10ft.
WGEC24-75WR 904-1217-002 24 75 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
WGEC24-75WW 904-1218-002 24 75 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
WGEC24-75WRLP 904-1257-002 24 75 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
WGEC24-75WWLP 904-1259-002 24 75 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
WGE 24 VDC Horn Decibel (dBA) and Current Ratings (mA)
Horn Decibel
Levels (dBA)
Horn Current
Ratings (mA)
Horn Mode
Minimum
SPL at 10ft.
per
ANSI/UL 464
(HIGH)
Minimum
SPL at 10ft.
per
ANSI/UL 464
(LOW)
UL MAX
Regulated
24 VDC
Operating
Current
(HIGH)
Temp 3 2400Hz 78 dBA 71 dBA*28 mA
Temp 3 Mechanical 76 dBA 70 dBA*25 mA
Temp 3 Chime 70 dBA*66 dBA*15 mA
Continuous 2400Hz 81 dBA 74 dBA*28 mA
Continuous Mechanical 80 dBA 72 dBA*25 mA
Continuous Chime 70 dBA*66 dBA*15 mA
Whoop 82 dBA 69 dBA*56 mA
4.81”
12.22 cm
4.22”
10.72 cm
5.84”
14.83 cm
Gentex Super-Slide® Mounting Bracket
Allows the installer to prewire the system, test for system
supervision, remove the signal head until occupancy, switch out
Gentex signals without changing mounting brackets and has
locking edge connector for snap-in-place installation.
Gentex Checkmate® Instant Voltage
Verification
It is often necessary to confirm the voltage drop along a line of
devices. The access holes are provided in the back of the terminal
block to allow the voltage to be measured directly without
removing the device. Typically this would be done at the end of the
line to confirm design criteria. Most measurements will be taken
using the S+ and S- locations although access is provided to other
locations. Notice: Care should be taken to not short the test probes.
Notes
• The WGE Series is listed for outdoor use. Indoor operating
temperature: 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C). Outdoor operating
temperature: -31° to 150°F (-35° to 66°C)
• For nominal and peak current across ANSI/UL regulated voltage
range for filtered DC power and unfiltered (FWR [Full Wave
Rectified]) power, see installation manual
• The sound output for the temporal 3 tone is rated lower since
the time the horn is off is averaged into the sound output rating.
While the horn is producing a tone in the temporal 3 mode, its
sound pressure is the same as the continuous mode.
• This appliance is not recommended for use on coded or pulsing
signaling circuits
Fire Protection Products Group | 10985 Chicago Drive | Zeeland, MI 49464
gentex.com | Phone: 616.392.7195 | Toll-free: 800.436.8391 | Fax: 616.392.4219
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Architect & Engineering Specifications
The audible and/or visible signal shall be Gentex WGES, WGEC Outdoor Evacuation Signal Series or approved equal and shall be listed by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. per ANSI/UL 1638 and/or ANSI/UL 464 and CAN/ULC S526 and/or CAN/ULCS525. The notification appliance
(WGEC) shall produce a peak sound output of 100dBA or greater at as measured in an anechoic chamber and shall also have the capability
to silence the audible signal while leaving the visible signal energized with the use of a single pair of power wires. Additionally, the user shall
be able to select either continuous or temporal tone output with the temporal signal having the ability to be synchronized. The audible/
visible and visible signaling appliance shall also maintain a minimum flash rate of 1Hz or up to 2 Hz regardless of power input voltage. The
appliance shall have an operating current of 170mA or less for the 75Cd strobe circuit. The appliance shall also be capable of meeting the
candela requirements of the ADA (75cd). The appliance shall be polarized to allow for electrical supervision of the system wiring. The unit
shall be provided with a mounting bracket with terminals with barriers for input/output wiring and be able to mount to a single gang or
double gang box or double workbox without the use of an adapter plate. The unit shall have an input voltage range of 16-33 volts with either
direct current of full wave rectified power for 24 volt models. The appliance shall be capable of testing supervision without disconnecting
wires. Also the appliance shall be capable of mounting to a surface back box. The unit shall also be able to verify voltage at the unit without
removing unit. The appliance has extended temperature range of -31° to 150°F (-35° to 66° C). The appliance shall satisfy virtually all outdoor
and severe environment applications. The GOE Enclosure is includes a gasket that must be inserted between the box and mounting bracket.
There are drain holes in the back box to allow for drainage, the seal on the GOE Enclosure is not water tight. The GOELP Enclosure includes a
weather seal for mounting to wall and intended for use with universal electrical box. To allow for drainage, bottom edge of enclosure is not
water tight.
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WGES / WGEC Series
Outdoor Evacuation Signals