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Gent Fire Alarm Panels & Controllers

The Honeywell Gent fire alarm panel range is trusted by installers, consultants, and facilities managers across the UK for its proven reliability, advanced features, and compliance with international fire safety standards. Whether you are specifying a new build, upgrading an existing system, or maintaining a critical facility, Gent control panels provide the scalability and performance needed to protect people and property.

Part of our wider Honeywell Gent Collection, these controllers form the heart of Gent fire detection systems, integrating seamlessly with detectors, call points, interfaces, and alarm devices. From the market-leading Vigilon Plus panel to the compact Xenex conventional system, we supply the full range with next-day UK delivery and expert technical support.

What Are Gent Fire Panels?

A fire alarm panel is the central hub of any fire detection system, receiving signals from detectors, processing inputs from manual call points, and activating sounders, beacons, and remote outputs. The Gent panel range is designed to deliver:

• Fast and reliable alarm activation
• Intelligent false alarm management
• Compliance with BS 5839 and EN54 standards
• Seamless integration with advanced Gent devices such as the S-Quad multi-sensor detectors

Gent panels are available in both addressable and conventional formats, making them suitable for everything from small offices to multi-site hospitals.

Addressable Panels: Vigilon Plus & Compact Plus

The Gent Vigilon Plus fire panel represents the flagship of the range. Available in configurations from 1 loop up to 6 loops, it can manage hundreds of devices on each loop and can be networked to form complex multi-panel systems.

Key benefits of Vigilon Plus include:

• Advanced cause-and-effect programming for tailored evacuation strategies
• Copper or fibre networking options for robust inter-panel communication
• Clear, back-lit LCD display with intuitive menus for easy operation
• Full integration with S-Quad detectors, sounders, and VADs

For medium-sized buildings, the Gent Vigilon Compact Plus offers the same advanced technology in a 1–2 loop design. Compact Plus is ideal for schools, offices, and residential blocks that require the power of addressable detection without the scale of a 6-loop system.

Conventional Panels: Gent Xenex

For smaller premises, the Gent Xenex conventional panel is a cost-effective yet highly reliable solution. Designed to cover up to 8 detection zones with multiple sounder circuits, Xenex panels are widely used in:

• Shops and retail units
• Small offices
• Community buildings
• Residential care homes

Despite its simplicity, the Xenex system includes features such as repeater panel outputs, remote evacuation control, and reliable sounder circuit monitoring, making it one of the most trusted conventional fire panels on the market.

Repeat Panels & Controllers

Gent also provides a range of repeat panels and controllers, which allow system monitoring and control from remote locations within a building. These are especially useful for:

• Large commercial buildings with multiple access points
• Hospitals and healthcare facilities requiring nurse stations
• Education environments with multiple blocks or wings

Repeat panels mirror the functions of the main control panel, ensuring rapid response and clear system visibility wherever staff are located.

Key Features of Gent Panels

• Available in addressable (Vigilon, Nano, Compact Plus) and conventional (Xenex) formats
• Scalable from 1 loop to 6 loops, supporting complex networks
• Multi-panel networking via copper or fibre links
• EN54-4 power supply with 24 or 72-hour battery backup options
• Back-lit LCD displays and intuitive user interfaces
• Event logging and diagnostics for simplified maintenance
• Designed to work seamlessly with Gent detectors, call points, and sounders

Applications of Gent Fire Panels

The flexibility of the Gent range makes it suitable for projects of all sizes and sectors:

• Hospitals & Healthcare – networked Vigilon Plus panels provide reliable protection for large, complex buildings.
• Education – Compact Plus or Xenex systems are widely used in schools, colleges, and universities.
• Commercial Offices – scalable options allow everything from small office blocks to multi-storey HQs to be covered.
• Retail & Leisure – simple-to-operate conventional systems are ideal for shops, gyms, and community centres.
• Industrial Sites – robust multi-loop panels ensure compliance and resilience in challenging environments.

By offering both conventional and addressable systems, Gent panels provide a solution that can be tailored precisely to building requirements.

Comparison of Gent Panels

Installation & Commissioning

All Gent fire panels are designed with ease of installation and commissioning in mind. PC-based configuration tools allow engineers to set up devices quickly, while flexible cause-and-effect programming enables bespoke evacuation strategies.

Maintenance is simplified thanks to detailed event logging, fault diagnostics, and system health monitoring. With built-in short-circuit isolators and advanced power management, Gent panels ensure system integrity even in challenging environments.

Order Gent Fire Panels Today

At Fire Trade Supplies, we supply the full range of Honeywell Gent panels and controllers, including Vigilon Plus, Compact Plus, Xenex conventional systems, and repeat panels. With next-day delivery across the UK and expert technical support, we’re here to ensure your fire alarm project runs smoothly.

Looking for related products?

• Gent Detectors
• Gent Call Points
• Gent S-Quad Range