Silent Knight SK-NIC Network Interface Card for 600 Series Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACPs)

The SK-NIC Fire Alarm Network Interface Card is an advanced communication module designed to connect compatible addressable fire alarm control panels into a coordinated fire alarm network. Featuring standard twisted-pair copper connectivity, optional fiber optic expansion, and 625K baud ARCNET communication technology, this network card provides a flexible solution for interconnected fire alarm systems.

Designed for compatible 6000 Series fire alarm control panels, the SK-NIC enables multiple panels to communicate through a common network connection. This allows fire alarm systems distributed throughout larger buildings or facilities to share supported system information and annunciation functions.

The network interface card provides standard unshielded twisted-pair copper connections for communication between compatible panels. For installations requiring fiber optic connectivity, optional modules allow integration with single-mode or multimode fiber optic cabling.

The compatible SK-FML multimode fiber module and SK-FSL single-mode fiber module provide additional communication options for applications requiring optical networking.

A properly configured network can connect up to 17 compatible fire alarm control panels. One designated panel can serve as the central communicator, allowing supported network information and alarm events to be communicated through a single reporting point.

The SK-NIC supports compatible network configurations using ARCNET repeater technology operating at 625K baud. Its communication architecture is designed for dependable fire alarm networking across supported copper and fiber connections.

For flexible installation, the network card can be mounted inside a compatible fire alarm control panel or within an optional external network interface installation kit. The external installation kit is required for the compatible 6700 control panel.

Ideal for commercial buildings, institutional facilities, campuses, and distributed fire alarm systems, the SK-NIC provides reliable network communication capabilities for coordinated fire protection operations.

10 Key Features

1. Fire Alarm Network Interface: Enables compatible addressable fire alarm control panels to communicate through a common network.

2. Up to 17 Connected Panels: Supports networking of up to 17 compatible fire alarm control panels.

3. 625K Baud ARCNET Technology: Uses ARCNET repeater communication architecture for supported fire alarm networking.

4. Standard Copper Connectivity: Provides unshielded twisted-pair copper connections for compatible panel networks.

5. Optional Multimode Fiber Support: Supports compatible SK-FML modules for multimode fiber optic communication.

6. Optional Single-Mode Fiber Support: Supports compatible SK-FSL modules for single-mode fiber optic connections.

7. Flexible Network Configurations: Supports compatible Style 5 or Style 7 networking arrangements as described in the supplied information.

8. Centralized Network Communication: Allows a designated control panel to serve as the communicator for compatible linked systems.

9. Flexible Installation Options: Can be installed inside a compatible control panel or in a separate network interface installation kit.

10. 6000 Series Panel Compatibility: Designed for supported addressable fire alarm control panels, including the 6820 and 6820EVS.