Description
AUTRONICA
BF-20
MANUAL CALL POINT
The Autronica BF-20 is a manual call point forming part of a shipboard fire alarm system. Designed to allow crew members to manually initiate a fire alarm signal, this unit is typically wall-mounted at key locations throughout a vessel, providing a reliable and immediate means of raising an alert. As a critical component within the Fire Alarm System category, the BF-20 plays a direct role in onboard life safety and compliance with international maritime fire protection requirements.
Key Features
✓ Manual call point designed to trigger fire alarm signals upon activation, providing a fast and direct crew interface with the fire detection system.
✓ Specific electrical ratings and certifications are subject to confirmation based on individual unit configuration; typical marine call points operate within standard low-voltage signalling circuits.
✓ Compatible with Autronica fire alarm control systems; exact panel compatibility should be confirmed against the vessel’s installed system configuration.
✓ Suitable for installation in designated escape routes, machinery spaces, accommodation areas, and other zones where SOLAS fire alarm coverage is required.
✓ Intended as a direct replacement or service spare within existing Autronica fire alarm installations, supporting ongoing system integrity and survey readiness.
Marine Applications
✓ Merchant vessels including bulk carriers, tankers, and container ships requiring SOLAS-compliant manual fire alarm activation points throughout monitored zones.
✓ Passenger ferries and cruise vessels where manual call points must be positioned along escape routes and public spaces per flag state and classification requirements.
✓ Offshore platforms and support vessels integrating Autronica fire alarm systems across accommodation, process, and machinery areas.
✓ Naval auxiliaries and government vessels where reliable manual alarm initiation is essential to emergency response procedures.
✓ Ro-Ro and vehicle-carrying vessels where fire alarm coverage across cargo decks and crew areas demands dependable manual activation devices.
Why Marine Engineers Choose
The Autronica BF-20 is a recognised manual call point within the Autronica fire alarm product range, valued for its straightforward integration into existing shipboard systems and its role in maintaining compliant, functional fire detection infrastructure during scheduled maintenance or component replacement.
Ideal For
Merchant fleet operators, offshore vessel owners, ship managers, and vessel superintendents sourcing fire alarm system spares for Autronica-equipped tonnage across all vessel types and trading sectors.
Technical Support
Technical support is available for the Autronica BF-20 and associated fire alarm system components. Assistance covers onboard installation guidance, fault diagnosis, and remote troubleshooting to help maintain system operability.
