17343-124

Fire and Overheat Detector F-03-001

October 2016

DESCRIPTION
The Fire/Overheat Detector is a normally open device that helps
to monitor fire and overheat conditions. It can be used in
locations with high ambient temperatures.
The detector is made from welded stainless steel and is
completely sealed. It is not repairable and cannot be
disassembled. The detector is set to a specific alarm
temperature when it is made at the factory and the temperature
cannot be adjusted.
The detector electrically connects to its related equipment
through two terminal posts with internal threads. Stainless steel
AGENCY APPROVALS FOR 17343-124
screws attach the wiring from the related equipment to the two
Agency
terminals. The detector mechanically attaches to the monitored Agency File Number Rating
Marking
area by 3/4-14 National Pipe Thread (NPT) located on the head
Class I, Division 1,
of the detector. The temperature setting of the detector is CSA 1641537
Group B, C, D
marked on the hex body. See Figure 1 in the Outline Drawing for
Class I, Division 1,
17343-124 section for details. UL E139663
Group B, C, D
Heat Actuated
PART NUMBERS AND TEMPERATURE UL S4968
Device for
SETTINGS Special
Applications
ATEX ITS03ATEX41211U II 3G Ex nC IIC Gc
Fenwal P/N Setting* Color
IEC Ex IECExETL12.0008U Ex nC IIC
17343-124 140°F ± 7.5°F (± 4.17°C) None Control Circuit
Devices and
17343-124 325°F ± 10°F (± 5.55°C) Red CE Switching
101404110BOX-001
(Intertek) Elements
17343-124 425°F ± 15°F (± 8.33°C) Green
Electromechanical
17343-124 600°F ± 20°F (± 11.11°C) Orange Control Circuit
Federal
Safety
17343-124 725°F ± 25°F (± 13.88°C) Gray State GOST R
Requirements for a
Institute C-US.ПБ01.B02201
* Specify heat setting when ordering. Heat Detector
VNIIPO
Fire/Overheat
Korean 14-KB4BO-0749U Detector
CONSTRUCTION Ex nC IIC
Hermetically sealed switch with glass to metal seals.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Set Point Max Continuous • Take precautions to ensure that the shell and threads
Temperature Ambient Temperature are not subject to damage.
140°F (60°C) 40°F (38°C)

325°F (163°C) 225°F (149°C) INSTALLATION

600°F (316°C) 500°F (260°C)
Note: Local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) should
be consulted before installation.
725°F (385°C) 625°F (329°C) 1. The 17343-124 detector must be mounted into an IP
54 Rated enclosure that complies with the appropriate
Insulation Resistance 20 Megohm @ 500 Vdc, requirements for Equipment Group II Category 3
terminals to shell applications. Enclosures must have a 3/4 NPT opening
Dielectric Strength 500 VAC, 1 minute, to mount the detector.
terminals to shell 2. Thread the unit into the 3/4 NPT opening at least 5 full
turns and torque to 20 foot pounds (27 N m).
Contact Rating 0.5 AMP at 125 Vdc
3. Ensure that enclosures are grounded.
4. Connect system wiring to the detector’s terminals per
The following details are shown on a detector head:
applicable electrical codes using 8-32 UNC 2A stainless
• Customer Part Number steel slotted hex head screws with integral washer
• Customer Code (provided).
• Part Number: 17343-124
• Date Code: XXYY (where XX = year, YY = week)

F-03-001 Rev AB
OUTLINE DRAWING FOR 17343-124

CAUTION
Do not use any
anti-seize,thread
locking compound
or lubricants on
the NPT threads

3/4-14 NPT STAINLESS STEEL

NO. 8-32 UNC-2A STAINLESS CAUTION

Do not apply
STEEL SLOTTED HEX HEAD more than 25 inch
DATA LOCATIONS SCREW WITH INTEGRAL pounds (2.82 Nm)
LOCKWASHER, 2 PLACES. of torque to the
terminals.
COLOR CODE PROTECTION CAP

.618 ±.006

3.500 ±0.31 1.125

5.808 ±.065

Figure 1. Fire/Overheat Detector

OPTIONAL OFFERING: EXPLOSION PROOF BOX ASSEMBLY

The Explosion Proof Box Assembly includes part number 17343-124 Heat Detector
and Field wire Terminal housing. The Explosion Proof Box Assembly is available in
right hand option (03-017343-127) and left hand option (03-017343-126) as
shown in Figure 2 below.
The Assembly 03-017343-127 / 03 017343-126 is designed for installation in
potentially explosive atmospheres and is certified with the following ratings:

II 3 G Ex nA nC IIC T3 Gc
IEC Ex ETL 12.0015X Korean Cert # 14-KB4BO-0668X
-20°C ≤ Ta ≤ 198°C Ex nC IIC T3
ITS12ATEX47636X

Note: For additional requirements please refer to Series 03-017343-12X Installation Instructions for Fire/Overheat Detector
Assembly.

17343-124

CLOSE-UP CLOSE-UP
PLUG PLUG
1/16 HEX “ALLEN” SET SCREW

GROUND TERMINAL
(EXTERNAL)
GROUND TERMINAL (EXTERNAL)
REDUCER REDUCER
03-017343-127 03-017343-126
RIGHT LEFT

Figure 2. Explosion Proof Box Outline Drawing for 17343-126/127

This literature is provided for informational purposes only. KIDDE-FENWAL, INC. assumes no responsibility for the product’s suitability for a particular application. The
product must be properly applied to work correctly. If you need more information on this product, or have a particular problem or question, contact KIDDE-FENWAL, INC.

Fenwal Controls, Kidde-Fenwal Inc.

400 Main Street
Ashland, MA 01721
Tel: 800-FENWAL-1
Fax: 508-881-7619
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