The EATON (Menvier) ULDF60002NCRM is an intelligent addressable fire alarm control panel from the ULDF6000 series, UL listed to UL 864 9th edition. This model: 2 loop, network card — red metal box. It combines sophisticated functionality with simple touchscreen operation, suits projects from industrial sites to large multi-site commercial developments, and works stand-alone or networked with up to 126 panels.
In short
- 2 Class A Style 7 SLC loops, up to 200 addresses per loop.
- 4 notification appliance circuits (NACs), with dedicated alarm, trouble and AC trouble relays.
- Touchscreen, 9,999-event history with date/time, cause & effect programming.
- Soft addressing and auto-learn reduce commissioning time and errors.
- 120/240 V ac supply with two 12 Ah batteries included; IP30.
How an addressable panel works
The panel is the hub: each loop device (sensor, pull station, module) has its own address, so the panel knows exactly where an event is. On alarm it drives the NACs and programmed outputs by cause & effect, and signals linked systems.
A Class A Style 7 loop returns to the panel at both ends, and with integral device isolators communication continues through a single break or short. The panel interfaces with BMS, PA/VA and graphics systems as in the datasheet block diagram.
Models in the datasheet
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| ULDF60002G | 2 loop |
| ULDF60004GP | 4 loop, printer |
| ULDF60002GNC | 2 loop, network card |
| ULDF60004GNC | 4 loop, network card |
| ULDF60004GPNC | 4 loop, printer, network card |
| ULDF60002PRM | 2 loop, printer, red |
| ULDF60002NCRM — this model | 2 loop, network card, red |
| ULDF60004NCRM | 4 loop, network card, red |
Links to the other models are in the “Similar models” table below.
Related items
- Repeaters ULDF6000PR (loop connected) and ULDPTR6000 (touchscreen network) to display system information from several locations.
- Sensors, bases, pull stations and modules from the EATON UL range.
Technical data
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | UL 864 9th edition |
| Primary supply | 120 / 240 V ac, 60 Hz, 2.0 A supervised |
| Batteries | 24 V dc, 12 Ah max, charge 1.0 A |
| SLC | Class A Style 7, 24 V dc, 500 mA max, 50 Ω max |
| NACs | Class B Style Y, 24 V dc, 0.75 A each; total 3.0 A at 240 V or 2.25 A at 120 V |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 398 × 505 × 48/118 mm |
| IP rating | IP30 |
The critical point: current limits and batteries
NAC current is shared and limited (3.0 A at 240 V, 2.25 A at 120 V), and the maximum supervised battery is 12 Ah. Load and battery calculations come before selecting the number of horns and strobes.
General design notes for the panel
- Class A vs Class B: in Class A the loop returns to the panel at both ends, so devices keep working through a single open. In Class B the circuit ends at the last device, so everything after a break is lost. This panel’s loops are Class A Style 7, and with short-circuit isolators only the faulty section is isolated.
- Batteries: NFPA 72 typically requires 24 hours of standby followed by 5 minutes of alarm. Add up standby and alarm current for all devices, apply the derating factor in the datasheet (0.1 for ULDF6000), and check the result is within the panel’s capacity.
- Panel location: usually near the entrance used by the fire department or in a continuously attended control room, as agreed with the authority.
- Cause & effect is documented in an approved matrix before commissioning (which input operates which output), and every line is tested at acceptance.
- Acceptance: test every device individually, and hand over as-built drawings and a record of completion per NFPA 72 and the authority.
General engineering notes
These points are general principles from NFPA 72 and common design practice, not from the EATON datasheet. The final decision rests with the project’s approved designer per the adopted edition of the standard and the authority having jurisdiction.
Installation steps
- Mount the panel on the wall where it can be operated and monitored.
- Connect the supervised mains supply and the batteries.
- Run the Class A Style 7 loops returning to the panel, and wire the NACs.
- Run auto-learn and soft addressing, then program cause & effect.
- Carry out a walk test and test every device and output.
Common mistakes
- Exceeding the NAC current limit or battery capacity.
- Do not use high-voltage insulation testers while devices or the panel are connected, as the Eaton datasheets warn.
- Choosing a panel without a network card for a project that needs several networked panels.
Inspection and maintenance
Before any test or maintenance, notify the owner, the monitoring station and everyone affected, as testing may operate alarms or linked outputs. The owner is responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance per NFPA 72 and the authority having jurisdiction, preferably by a qualified company.
Review the event log periodically, and test batteries, charger and all devices per the NFPA 72 schedule.
Files and ordering
The EATON datasheet (ULDF6000) and the available UL certificate are in the files section of this page. When ordering, state the model ULDF60002NCRM, and the number of panels if networked.
How to order
Use the “Build your order” section on this page: add every model and quantity, then send the whole order by email or WhatsApp. It reaches us as a tidy PDF request sheet and we contact you with the quotation.
FAQ
What differs between ULDF6000 models?
The number of loops (2 or 4), integral printer (P), network card (NC) and enclosure colour (red RM or graphite).
How many panels can be networked?
Up to 126 other Eaton UL panels.
Does it interface with BMS and PA/VA?
Yes, the datasheet block diagram shows BMS, PA/VA and graphics interfaces.
References
- EATON ULDF6000 — Datasheet (attached)
- UL 864 — Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems
- NFPA 72 — National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
This page is general information to help with selection and ordering, taken from the attached EATON datasheet. Final design is set by the project’s approved designer; the project specification, the consultant’s drawings and the latest datasheet revision govern.
