6000PLUS Optical Smoke Sensor inc. Sounder
The 6000PLUS/OP/S is Protec’s digital addressable, point type, optical smoke sensor with built-in Sounder. Ideal for offices, shops, corridors, ceiling voids and computer rooms.
- Protec Algo-Tec™ 6000PLUS Protocol
- Ideal for Detecting Smouldering Fires
- Integrated Electronic Sounder
- Devices Display Address Number
- Easy & Fast Detector Addressing
- Reduced False Alarms
- AS 7240 Part 7

The 6000PLUS/OP/S with integrated electronic sounder & short circuit isolator is an addressable optical smoke sensor using light scatter detection for fast, reliable fire response. Protec Algo-Tec™ 6000PLUS Protocol give maximum smoke sensitivity while resisting false alarms from air velocity, insects, dust, and RF interference. Ideal for early warning in slow-burning fires, it suits offices, shops, corridors, factories, warehouses, and computer rooms.
Integrated Sensor Sounder
The Protec Algo Tec 6000PLUS OP S sensor is equipped with an integrated loop powered electronic sounder, offering three programmable tone options: constant, pulse or warble, selectable via the control panel. Adjustable volume control allows the output to be tailored to suit the environment.
A loop short circuit isolator is also incorporated within the sensor head, enhancing system resilience. The sounder tones are fully compatible with the complete range of Protec 6000 electronic sounders, ensuring seamless integration across the system.
Tone Options
Warble Tone: 990Hz(250ms), 730Hz(250ms)
Continuous Tone: 990Hz
Pulse Tone: 990Hz(500ms), Silence(500ms)
Tone Volume Options
The tone and volume are selectable at the control panel (measured at one metre):
High: 85dB(A), Mid: 75dB(A), Low: 65dB(A)
Base Options
- 6000PLUS/BASE/E – Surface mount common base
- 6000PLUS/FFBASE – Fast-fixing, semi-recessed base
Both bases are included in the product approval.
| Product Code | 6000PLUS/OP/I |
| Environment | -10°C to +50°C (95% R.H. non condensing or icing) |
| Ingress Protection | IP41 |
| Weight | 90g |
| Loop Powered | Yes |
| Loop Standby Load | 0.2mA |
| Loop Alarm Load (Average) | 2.4mA |
| Loop Voltage | 18-28 V |
| Maximum Sounder Output Levels (Configured and Panel) | n/a |
| VAD Flash Rate | n/a |
| Mounting | Surface or Recessed |
| Material | ABS to UL94-V0 flammability rating |
| Isolator | Yes |
| Cutout | n/a |
| Dimensions (mm) | 98.62Ø x 49(H) |
| Technical Documentation | DEL 2222 |
| Standards / Approvals | EN54-7 / EN54-17 / AS 7240-7 / AS 7240-17 / UKCA /CE |