Adjacent Rooms Require Strobe Synchronization?

6/16/2020

I’m confused by the field of view intent of NFPA 72 for synchronization.

Do two adjacent rooms with a door between them each with strobe coverage require synchronization?

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Mike R

6/16/2020 10:17:08 am

No.
The code references field of view, so if the rooms are separated and you cannot see the flash (direct or indirect) from both strobes at the same time, sync does not matter.
Furthermore, the code specifically states "more than two", not "two or more" meaning if you only have two strobes, even if they are not in the same field of view, you are ok even if they are not synchronized.

sean

6/16/2020 07:44:18 pm

are they going to be be in field of view during an emergency? I would say most doors would separate the areas

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