GB14102.3-2024
Fire shutter assembly—Part 3: Control unit for fire shutter assembly
防火卷帘 第3部分：防火卷帘控制器
GB 14102.3-2024 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Fire shutter assembly—Part 3: Control unit for fire shutter assembly. It appears in the Construction compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of May 1, 2025.
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Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the design, manufacturing, and inspection of control units for fire shutter assemblies used in industrial and civil buildings. It covers controllers that manage the opening, stopping, and closing actions of fire shutters. It is mandatory for all manufacturers producing fire shutter controllers for the Chinese market. The standard does not apply to the mechanical components of the shutters themselves, which are covered in other parts of the GB 14102 series.
Technical requirements
The standard specifies comprehensive requirements for fire shutter controllers, focusing on operational reliability and safety. It mandates that controllers must support manual and automatic control operations, interface with fire alarm systems, and provide distinct audible and visual signals for fire alarms, faults, and shutter movements. Controllers must ensure fail-safe operations, including automatic descent to a middle limit position for evacuation routes upon receiving specific fire signals. Regarding electrical safety and durability, the standard sets strict criteria for insulation resistance and dielectric strength. Controllers must also exhibit robust electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) to withstand various electromagnetic interferences without malfunctioning. Manufacturers must ensure their products can endure power transients and voltage dips while maintaining normal monitoring states. Additionally, the standard outlines requirements for environmental耐受性, requiring controllers to withstand specific climatic conditions (such as low temperatures and constant heat/humidity) and mechanical stresses (like vibrations and impacts). These requirements guarantee that the controller remains fully operational in harsh environments.
Testing methods
The standard outlines a series of rigorous testing procedures to verify compliance. Key tests include control function tests to evaluate the responsiveness to manual and automatic commands, and fault function tests to ensure proper error signaling. Engineers must also conduct EMC tests, such as electrostatic discharge and surge immunity tests, to verify operational stability. Furthermore, environmental tests (low temperature, constant heat/humidity) and mechanical tests (vibration, collision) are performed to assess physical durability under demanding conditions.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 14102.3-2024?
This standard regulates control units for fire shutter assemblies used in industrial and civil buildings. It covers the design, manufacturing, and inspection of these controllers, which manage the opening, stopping, and closing of fire shutters.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 14102?
The 2024 version restructures the standard into multiple parts. Part 3 specifically focuses on the fire shutter controller, detailing updated requirements for control reliability, communication interfaces (e.g., RS485, CAN, RJ45), and enhanced electromagnetic compatibility criteria.
How does GB 14102.3-2024 differ from ISO standards?
While it incorporates general fire equipment testing principles, GB 14102.3-2024 is tailored specifically for Chinese fire shutter systems. It mandates unique operational logic, such as the middle limit position descent for evacuation routes, and requires specific communication protocols compliant with GB 4717-2024.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 14102.3-2024. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 14102.3-2024 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Product
- CCS
- C81
- ICS
- 13.220.20
- Competent department
- National Fire and Rescue Administration
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Fire Protection of Standardization Administration of China