Potter IDC-6 Initiating Device Circuit Expander

Add reliable, supervised initiating capacity to your fire and security systems with the Potter Electric Signal, LLC IDC-6 Initiating Device Circuit Expander. Designed for commercial and industrial fire alarm applications, the IDC-6 delivers six monitored IDC inputs per module — ideal for integrating additional 2‑wire smoke detectors, pull stations, waterflow switches or supervisory devices into a single control network. Each module communicates over the p-Link RS-485 bus (4‑wire connection) and can be mounted inside the main control panel, pSN-1000 supply, or AE-series expander cabinets for flexible placement. Support up to 31 IDC-6 modules to scale large installations while keeping wiring simplified; p-Link runs are power‑limited and supervised with a recommended maximum local p-Link distance of 20 feet. Engineered for dependable operation in typical equipment rooms (operating range to 120°F), the IDC-6 helps streamline installation, maintenance and code-compliant monitoring to protect life and property. For dependable expansion of your fire alarm and security surveillance network, add the IDC-6 to your next system upgrade — contact your rep or order online.

• Expand system capacity quickly: adds six supervised initiating inputs per module to support growing fire and security monitoring needs
• Scalable and flexible: install up to 31 IDC-6 modules for large systems without rewiring main panels
• Simple, secure mounting: ships with exclusive Stacker Bracket for fast, service-friendly installation in panel or expander cabinets
• Broad compatibility: supports 2‑wire smoke detectors and integrates with IPA/AFC/ARC/PFC series panels for unified surveillance and alarm control
• Reliable supervised circuits: power‑limited, supervised inputs help maintain NFPA 72 compliance and reduce false alarms