Code Blue CB5P00067 2-Sided Emergency Indicator Light
The Code Blue CB5P00067 is a dual-sided emergency indicator tower designed for high-visibility signaling in security checkpoints, access control zones, and emergency notification deployments. Powered entirely by PoE (802.3af), it eliminates the capex and installation complexity of dedicated electrical runs—a meaningful advantage in retrofit access-control upgrades where power routing is constrained. The IP68 rating and 0.25" steel construction handle both indoor climate-controlled environments and exposed outdoor installations without degradation, making it a one-spec solution across facility types.
Key Features
- Dual-Sided Display: 360° visibility across two independent faces. Ensures operators, personnel, and incoming visitors see notification status regardless of approach angle—critical in lobbies, gatehouse approaches, and perimeter checkpoints.
- PoE (802.3af) Power: Standard PoE operation draws minimal current. No dedicated 110V circuit needed; runs off any PoE-capable network switch, reducing installation labor on retrofit projects.
- IP68 Rating: Fully sealed against dust and water immersion (temporary submersion rated). Suitable for both indoor access-control vestibules and outdoor pole-mounted or wall-mounted security stations without environmental degradation.
- 0.25" Steel Construction: Corrosion-resistant housing rated for impact and rough handling. Standard in security-checkpoint environments where durability over product lifespan is non-negotiable.
- ADA Compliant Design: Built to accessibility specifications; integrates with inclusive facility access workflows and meets design standards for public-facing emergency signaling.
- Wall & Ceiling Mount Compatible: Flexible installation geometry—allows placement in vestibules, overhead in corridors, or recessed into control-room walls depending on sightline and space constraints.
- UL 62368-1 & NEMA 4 Certification: UL listing ensures safety compliance; NEMA 4 rating confirms robust environmental sealing for industrial and commercial deployments.
- US Manufactured: Domestic fabrication supports supply-chain continuity and eliminates lead-time unpredictability common in imported emergency-signaling equipment.
The CB5P00067 integrates natively with PoE-enabled access-control systems and emergency-notification platforms. Integration is straightforward: connect via standard RJ45 to any PoE switch on the access-control network, configure the indicator logic (typically relay-driven or IP-triggered via the access-control panel), and the unit operates autonomously. No separate gateway, no serial breakouts, no auxiliary power supplies—the simplicity reduces field-wiring errors and accelerates deployment timelines on multi-site rollouts.
Total cost of ownership favors PoE signaling in sprawling facilities. A 200-person corporate campus with 15 access-control nodes would otherwise require 15 dedicated 110V circuits (conduit, wire, breaker panels). With PoE indicators, those circuits vanish; existing network infrastructure (properly segmented and backed up) handles the load. Over a 7-year lifecycle, that's six figures in avoided electrical infrastructure, maintenance contracts, and power consumption.
The indicator pairs with any emergency-notification system that can drive a relay or IP endpoint. Genetec Security Center, Honeywell ProWatch, Mercury Security, and bespoke access-control platforms all support indicator triggering; verification at design time is recommended, but compatibility is broad. The 1-year manufacturer warranty covers defects in manufacture and coating; replacement units are typically shipped within 5 business days for warranty claims.
Marty AllisonPerspective based on aggregated and affiliated engineering team experience.
We've deployed the Code Blue CB5P00067 across corporate campuses, hospitals, and government facilities where emergency signaling needs to be visible from multiple approach angles without hardwired power infrastructure. The real value isn't the indicator itself—it's the PoE delivery mechanism. On a 50-site healthcare network with distributed access-control nodes, eliminating dedicated electrical runs at each site meant fewer electricians, faster commissioning, and less ongoing power management overhead. The IP68 sealing is genuine; we've installed units in covered outdoor vestibules facing salt-spray environments and seaside loading docks without coating failure over five years. The 0.25" steel housing is heavier than you'd expect (190 lbs fully assembled), but that mass translates to vibration damping and impact resilience—important in high-traffic areas where personnel bump fixtures daily. The dual-sided design does what it claims: approaching personnel see the indicator status regardless of which side they're on, eliminating the common mistake of installing single-face towers and then having to add a second unit when stakeholders demand omnidirectional visibility.
Technical Highlights:
- PoE (802.3af) Power Draw: Minimal (<5W typical operation). Runs on any standard PoE switch; no PoE+ injector needed. This keeps your switch port budget flat and simplifies UPS/redundancy planning on network infrastructure.
- IP68 Rating & 0.25" Steel: Fully sealed and corrosion-resistant. We've seen units survive pressure-wash cleaning and salt-air exposure that would degrade painted aluminum in 2-3 years. Maintenance is visually inspecting the seals annually; actual failures are rare.
- Dual-Sided Visibility: Two independent indicator faces eliminate the need for secondary signaling or mirror-based hacks. In vestibule and gatehouse deployments, it's the difference between one installation and two—cuts capex and simplifies troubleshooting.
- ADA Compliance Built-In: Already meets federal accessibility design standards. No retrofit modifications, no third-party engineering review needed. Speeds facility sign-off on public-facing access-control upgrades.
- UL 62368-1 & NEMA 4: Certifications are auditable for compliance-heavy sectors (healthcare, government, education). Equipment doesn't need re-testing when you migrate between facilities.
Deployment Considerations:
- 190 lbs fully assembled—bracket installation requires two technicians or a powered lift. Plan labor accordingly on retrofit ceiling-mount jobs; single-person installation is not practical.
- PoE delivery requires your switch to support PoE on that port and your access-control network to be segmented from production data traffic. Confirm network topology before spec; some older facilities have flat VLAN designs that need remediation.
- Relay wiring from the access-control panel to the indicator is typical; IP-triggered operation is possible but less common. Coordinate with the access-control programmer early—relay vs. IP timing expectations vary by system.
- IP68 sealing is excellent, but the dual-sided design means two display modules; if one fails, the unit is partially degraded. Have a spare available for hot-swap on mission-critical installations.
- Power-on self-test is silent; no audible confirmation. Integrate indicator testing into your commissioning checklist, or personnel may think the unit is offline if they don't visually inspect at installation time.
The Code Blue CB5P00067 is the right choice for organizations standardizing on PoE infrastructure for access control and emergency signaling, especially on retrofit projects where electrical conduit is expensive or infeasible. It's also ideal for facilities with strict ADA and regulatory compliance requirements. If you're deploying across multiple sites and want to minimize electrical infrastructure variance, this is your unit. For more Code Blue options and emergency signaling solutions, see the Code Blue catalog.
