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BE32 Expander

NEW ALARMS

Extend the coverage of a Verkada alarm system and consolidate faraway sensors into a single wire run back to the alarm panel.

Datasheet

Key Features

Lower install cost

Consolidate the wiring of multiple sensors into a single RS485 cable run back to the alarm panel, saving time and money on installation.

Wired and wireless support

Expand coverage for larger sites with 8 input zones, 1 relay output, and a built-in VLink hub that can support up to 32 wireless sensors.

Cloud-managed

View live and historical sensor activity, access zone mapping, and manage software-defined partitions via Verkada Command.

Always included

Cloud management via Command

10-year warranty

Automatic firmware updates

Alerts for offline devices

Product Specifications

Power and network

Power Consumption

45W max
See Output Specifications table in datasheet

Uplink

RS485 input

Power Input

10-36V DC input (via RS485)

Wireless Communication

VLink sub-GHz transceiver
Wireless repeating not supported

VLink Wireless Range

300 ft / 90 m (line of sight)
Real-world range depends on a variety of factors

Inputs and outputs

Alarm Inputs

8x inputs with 12V DC aux power
Compatible with variable EOL resistors (1kΩ - 4.7kΩ)

Relay Output

1x relay for siren/strobe/NAC with switch-selectable voltage & optional dry config:
· 12 or 24V DC wet operation
· 24V DC dry operation

Conventional Fire Input (IDC)1

1x 2-wire or 4-wire Initiating Device
Circuit input (conventional) with switch-selectable 12/24V DC aux power

Addressable Fire Input (SLC)1

1x 2-wire Signaling Line Circuit input (addressable) with 36V DC aux power

RS485 Output2

1x RS485 output with 36V DC aux power

Tamper Detection

Yes

General

Dimensions

Height: 6.0" (15.3 cm)
Width: 6.0" (15.3 cm)
Depth: 1.9" (5.0 cm)

Operating Temperature and Humidity

32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C)
0-90% RH non-condensing

Weight

1.6 lb (0.7kg)

Warranty

10 years

Certifications

FCC, IC, CE, UKCA, RCM, UL Safety

Installation

Included Accessories

8x 1 kΩ EOL resistors, wall mount bracket, T10 Security Torx screwdriver, 4x machine screws, 4x wall screws, 4x wall anchors, 8x

Mounting Options

Wall mount

For compliance and regional availability, please see https://www.verkada.com/alarms-availability/

1. Future software support

2. Future software support for daisy-chaining

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