Fire Suppression System Control Unit ARES III+
ARES III+ / CONTROL UNIT Fire Suppression System Control Unit ARES III+
Modern military platforms operate in environments where fire and explosion risks require immediate and reliable response mechanisms. The ARES III+ Fire Suppression System Control Unit is developed to ensure rapid detection, controlled system activation, and continuous operational readiness for vehicle fire extinguishing and explosion suppression systems. With its intelligent architecture and compact design, ARES III+ provides dependable fire prevention performance in demanding operational conditions.
Centralized suppression control with dedicated zone activation, built-in verification and vehicle-level status communication.
Coordinated Control for Vehicle Fire and Explosion Suppression
ARES III+ functions as the central control element within vehicle fire extinguishing and explosion suppression systems. It receives detection information from protected zones and coordinates the corresponding suppression response through the connected system components.
The unit supports supervision of the power group, vehicle body, tires, engine compartment, crew area and other defined protection zones. This allows the suppression logic to be adapted to the platform layout rather than limiting control to a fixed vehicle configuration.
Continuous Monitoring with Automatic and Manual Response
ARES III+ continuously monitors connected detection channels and manages the suppression sequence when a valid fire or explosion condition is identified. Automatic activation supports rapid intervention, while manual activation gives the operator direct control over selected protection zones when required.
The control architecture also includes built-in test functionality for system verification, supporting readiness checks before and during vehicle operation.
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Vehicle Communication and Dedicated Zone Functions
System alarms, fault states and other operating data are transferred to the vehicle's main computer through CANBUS communication. This allows suppression-system status to be incorporated into the wider vehicle electronics architecture.
The supplied operating functions include manual body activation, manual tires activation, manual engine activation and manual crew activation, together with Blackout Mode, Built-In Test Equipment (BIT) and Combat / Peace mode selection.
ARES III+ System Highlights
Automatic Suppression Control
The unit can initiate the required suppression sequence after a valid detection condition is received.
Manual Zone Activation
Dedicated body, tire, engine and crew activation functions provide direct operator control over protected areas.
Built-In Test Equipment
BIT functionality supports logical checks and verification of the suppression control system.
CANBUS Communication
Alarm, fault and system-status information can be transmitted to the vehicle's main computer.
Blackout Mode
A blackout operating function is included among the supported control capabilities.
Combat / Peace Selection
The control unit supports selectable operating modes for different mission and vehicle conditions.
Core Roles Within the ARES III+ Architecture
Detection Input Management
- Zones
- Receives detection information from multiple protected vehicle sections.
- Monitoring
- Tracks fire and explosion detection conditions in real time.
- Logic
- Evaluates valid inputs before initiating suppression actions.
Suppression Coordination
- Activation
- Supports both automatic and manual system activation.
- Zones
- Manual controls are identified for body, tires, engine and crew protection areas.
- Integration
- Coordinates connected suppression-system components according to the selected configuration.
Status & Vehicle Interface
- CANBUS
- Transfers alarm, fault and system data to vehicle electronics.
- BIT
- Provides a built-in method for system verification.
- Modes
- Supports blackout and Combat / Peace operating modes.
Application Areas
Referenced Test Standards
The supplied technical material associates ARES III+ with the following standards. They are reproduced as provided without adding further certification or compliance claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
01What voltage range is specified for ARES III+?
The unit is specified for 24 VDC nominal power with a 16–32 V operating range.
02What is the listed current consumption at nominal voltage?
The supplied technical table specifies 70 mA @ 24 VDC.
03What are the physical dimensions of the control unit?
ARES III+ is specified at 180 mm × 86 mm × 149 mm ±5.
04What operating temperature range is listed for ARES III+?
The supplied technical data lists an operating temperature range of -51°C to +120°C.
05Does ARES III+ include a remote control option?
Yes. The supplied product information identifies optional remote control panel support.
Technical Data
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