What Is GSF One

GSF One: Advanced Flame & Spark Detector by GSF Technologies

GSF One is an advanced flame detector designed to detect flames and sparks quickly and reliably. Manufactured by GSF Technologies in Greece, it is a high-performance ultraviolet radiation detector.

How it Works

Advanced Flame and Spark Detector from GSF Technologies

Flame or Spark Detection

The GSF One detector issues a fire alarm only when it detects a real flame or spark within its coverage area.

STEP 1

Alarm to Responsible Person

The fire alarm is transmitted immediately to the designated fire safety officer, who can see on their computer screen or other device the zone where the fire originated in real time.

STEP 2

Notifying Additional Parties

Simultaneously, there is the possibility of notifying additional designated persons—via SMS to their mobile phones—of the exact location of the fire.

STEP 3

Monitoring & Report

From the moment the fire is detected, the system continuously monitors its development, and once it is extinguished, it sends another report indicating that the fire has been put out.

STEP 4

Information

General Operation

The GSF One detector triggers an alarm only when it detects an actual flame or spark in its coverage area. The alarm is immediately forwarded to a fire safety officer, showing the exact zone where the fire began in real time on a computer or other device. Simultaneously, SMS messages are sent to the mobile phones of responsible persons with the fire’s location, enabling quick response.

The system monitors the fire’s evolution and sends a report once the fire is extinguished.

The Detectors

Maintenance

Uninterrupted Guardian

Applications

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Ultraviolet Radiation UV

Fire and Spark Detection Technology Based on Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation

Introduction

Fire and spark detection technology plays a critical role in ensuring safety in urban, industrial, and forest environments. The use of ultraviolet (UV) radiation as a detection mechanism provides a highly effective and reliable solution for the early identification of flames and sparks.
This overview presents the basic principles, advantages, and applications of fire and spark detection systems based on UV radiation.

How UV Radiation Detects Fire and Sparks

Advantages of UV-Based Fire & Spark Detection

Key Considerations for UV Detection Deployment

Conclusion

Main Characteristics of UV Fire & Spark Detection Systems

Fast Response Time

Sensors detect flames or sparks in milliseconds, enabling quick action.

High Sensitivity

Low False Alarm Rate

Durability & Reliability

Τechnical Specifications Table

Component	Technical Specifications
FIRE ONE Flame Detector	Operating voltage: 3.6 V DC Standby consumption: 1.5 mA Flame detection consumption: 39 mA Alarm consumption: 152 mA Sensitivity: 5,000 measurements per minute Background noise: 10 measurements per minute Temperature range: –10 °C to +50 °C Field of view (flame): 160° Protection rating: IP65
Controller / Signal Management	Operating voltage: 6 V DC Standby consumption: 8 mA Operating consumption: 247 mA Temperature range: –20 °C to +80 °C Protection rating: IP65
GPRS Signal Transmitter	Power class: 4 (2W) Frequency: 850/900 MHz (Class 2 = 1W at 1800/1900 MHz) Antenna gain: < 3 dBi, impedance 50 Ω Input power: 3.6 V DC nominal Standby consumption: 1 mA Transmission consumption: 450 mA Transmission protocols: GPRS / GSM Encryption: 128-bit (MD5 & RC4) or 256-bit (AES) Protocol support: SMS 8-bit (ISO/IEC 8859-1) or 16-bit (UCS2 ISO/IEC 10646) Operating temperature: –20 °C to +80 °C Humidity: 5–90%
Solar Panel	Nominal Power: 20 W Tolerance: 0 to +5% Nominal Voltage (Vm): 18 V Nominal Current (Im): 1.12 A Open-circuit voltage (Voc): 21.6 V Short-circuit current (Isc): 1.17 A Weight: 1.7 kg
Battery / Power Management	Battery: YUASA Voltage: 6 V Capacity: 7 Ah Cycle life: over 260 full cycles Weight: 1.05 kg Charge Controller: Max charge Current: 2 A Voltage: 12–24 V Protections: overcharge, overdischarge, reverse connection, load short-circuit, solar panel reverse current, overvoltage from panel
Battery	Battery: YUASA Voltage: 6 V Capacity: 7 Ah Cycle life: over 260 full cycles Weight: 1.05 kg
Anti-theft Station System	Operating voltage: 3.6 V DC Standby consumption: 1 mA Alarm consumption: 55 mA Sensitivity: 7 levels Temperature range: –10 °C to +80 °C Includes station head detection capability Protection rating: IP65

Applications

GSF One is extremely accurate, making it ideal for many fire detection applications. Thanks to its specialized software, it allows the fire alarm to be customized to the user’s needs. We can filter out short-duration detections, regardless of flame intensity, ensuring the alarm is triggered only when necessary.

The detector’s rejection time and sensitivity settings are easily configured during installation, offering flexibility in applying GSF One in various environments, such as:

Forests and Agricultural Areas

UV detection systems monitor areas 24/7/365 and, in the event of a fire—regardless of weather conditions—provide immediate alerts upon detection of sparks or open flames. Due to their high sensitivity, these systems are capable of covering areas on the scale of several square kilometers.