Description
The Edwards EC2-OSH is a smoke and heat detector designed for compatible two-wire fire alarm systems. It combines dependable smoke detection with an integrated 135°F fixed-temperature and rate-of-rise heat sensor, providing reliable fire detection for a wide range of applications.
The detector features automatic environmental compensation, self-diagnostics, a low-profile housing, and plug-in installation to simplify inspection and maintenance. This product is intended for fire alarm installations.
Product Functions
- Detects airborne smoke
- Detects fixed-temperature heat conditions
- Detects rapid temperature rise
- Reports fire alarm conditions
- Monitors detector sensitivity
- Performs automatic self-diagnostics
- LED status indication
Electrical & System Information
The EC2-OSH operates on compatible two-wire initiating device circuits with an operating voltage range of 6.5–33 VDC. The detector continuously supervises smoke sensitivity and heat detection while communicating alarm and maintenance conditions to the connected fire alarm control panel.
Features
- Smoke detection
- Integrated fixed-temperature heat sensor
- Rate-of-rise heat detection
- 135°F (57°C) fixed heat rating
- Automatic environmental compensation
- Automatic drift compensation
- Tri-color status LED
- Plug-in detector head
- Low-profile housing
- Indoor application
Mounting & Design
The EC2-OSH installs on compatible EC2-SB, EC2-SB4, EC2-RB, and EC2-RB4 detector bases. Its plug-in construction allows convenient installation, testing, cleaning, and replacement without disturbing field wiring. Optional remote LED indication is available using the SIGA-LED accessory.
Protection & Applications
Suitable for:
- Office Buildings
- Schools
- Hospitals
- Hotels
- Warehouses
- Industrial Facilities
- Government Buildings
- Retail Centers
- Properties
Compatibility
Compatible with:
- Edwards FX5 Fire Alarm Panels
- Edwards FX10 Fire Alarm Panels
- Edwards FSP5 Fire Alarm Panels
- Edwards FSP10 Fire Alarm Panels
- SIGA-UM/MAB
- RZI16-2
- IDC8-4
- EC2-SB Detector Base
- EC2-SB4 Detector Base
- EC2-RB Relay Base
- EC2-RB4 Relay Base
- SIGA-LED Remote Indicator
Always verify compatibility with the installed fire alarm control panel and detector base before installation.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: Edwards
Model: EC2-OSH
Product Type: Smoke & Heat Detector
Smoke Detection: Smoke Sensing Chamber
Heat Detection: Fixed Temperature and Rate-of-Rise
Fixed Heat Rating: 135°F (57°C)
Rate-of-Rise Rating: 15°F/min Above 105°F (8.3°C/min Above 40.6°C)
Operating Voltage: 6.5–33 VDC
Typical Standby Current: 88 µA @ 24 VDC
Maximum Alarm Current: Up to 60 mA (Panel Limited)
Smoke Sensitivity: 0.5%–4.36% Obscuration per Foot
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 100°F (0°C to 38°C)
Operating Humidity: 0–95% RH Non-Condensing
Maximum Air Velocity: 0–4,000 ft/min
Status Indicator: Tri-Color LED
Field Wiring: 12–18 AWG
Mounting: Compatible EC2 Series Detector Bases
Application: Indoor Fire Alarm Systems
Listings: UL 268 7th Edition, ULC, FM, and CSFM
Applications
The Edwards EC2-OSH is designed for fire alarm systems requiring combined smoke detection and thermal protection in a single detector. It is commonly installed in offices, schools, hospitals, hotels, warehouses, industrial facilities, retail buildings, and other occupancies using compatible two-wire fire alarm systems.




