Aiphone NIR-7BS Call Latch Jack Wall Mount for NIR-8
Overview
The Aiphone NIR-7BS is a flush-mount wall jack designed as a call latch indicator for the NIR-8 intercom system. This is a wired subsystem component that extends call signaling and status indication to patient rooms, corridors, or residential units in multi-tenant or healthcare environments. The NIR-7BS integrates with the NIR-8 master call system to deliver visual feedback when a call is initiated, enabling staff or residents to see that their request has been logged without requiring them to physically locate a master station.
Key Features
- LED Call Indicator: Provides visual confirmation that a call has been registered in the system — eliminates confusion about whether a button press was received, especially important in healthcare where response time and clarity matter.
- Fire-Resistant ABS Plastic Construction: Material meets fire codes for healthcare, multi-family, and commercial installations — a compliance requirement in many jurisdictions that rules out standard consumer-grade enclosures.
- Flush-Mount 1-Gang Box Compatibility: Installs into standard electrical boxes with minimal wall penetration — reduces installation labor and works in retrofit scenarios where surface-mount hardware would be aesthetically problematic or against facility standards.
- Compact Footprint: Measures 4-3/4 in H × 2-3/4 in W × 1-15/16 in D (120 mm × 70 mm × 50 mm) — fits standard wall cavities without requiring oversized or custom enclosures, allowing multiple NIR-7BS units in corridors or suite layouts without visual clutter.
- Wired Integration with NIR-8 Master: Operates as part of the hardwired NIR-8 call system architecture — no wireless mesh or network dependencies, meaning reliability is deterministic and maintenance doesn't depend on software updates or battery health.
- Modular Component Design: Works alongside complementary NIR-series call signaling products (NIR-1 wall jacks, NIR-2 reset buttons, NIR-31/32/34 corridor lights) to build a layered call-management solution tailored to floor plans ranging from small multi-family units to large hospital wings.
Integration & Compatibility
The NIR-7BS is purpose-built for the Aiphone NIR-8 call system ecosystem. It connects to the 20-call (NIM-20B) or 40-call (NIM-40B) master stations and shares the same 48V DC power infrastructure (via IS-PU-UL power supply) as other NIR-series components. When you're designing a call system for a healthcare floor, apartment building, or hotel corridor, the NIR-7BS serves as a distributed call status indicator — paired with audio stations (NI-JA door units) and corridor lights, it creates a complete wayfinding and response system. Because all components tie back to a single master station over hardwired circuits, there's no need to manage separate networks, addresses, or software licenses per endpoint.
What's in the Box
Based on the available evidence, the exact contents of the NIR-7BS package are not detailed in the manufacturer documentation. For a complete list of included hardware (mounting brackets, wire labels, or installation templates), consult the FAQ section or contact a distributor who stocks this component.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the NIR-7BS work with intercom systems other than NIR-8?
A: No. The NIR-7BS is designed specifically for the Aiphone NIR-8 call system. It will not work with the IX, IXG, GT, JO, JP, or JV video intercom series — those systems have their own endpoint designs and do not use the call latch jack architecture.
Q: What does the LED on the NIR-7BS indicate?
A: The LED serves as a call indicator — it lights when a call is placed to that room or zone through the NIR-8 master station, providing visual confirmation that the request has been logged. It typically remains lit until the call is cleared or reset via a dedicated button (such as the NIR-2 reset button).
Q: Can the NIR-7BS be surface-mounted, or does it require flush installation?
A: The NIR-7BS is designed for flush mounting into a standard 1-gang electrical box. It does not have a surface-mount option. If your installation requires a different mounting approach, consult the Aiphone technical support team to explore alternative NIR-series components like the NIR-1 (wall jack without LED) or companion products.
Q: What power supply does the NIR-7BS require?
A: The NIR-7BS operates on 48V DC, supplied via the IS-PU-UL power supply that serves the entire NIR-8 system. The jack itself draws minimal current; the master station and power supply together support up to 20 or 40 call zones depending on whether you use the NIM-20B or NIM-40B master.
Q: Is the NIR-7BS fire-rated for use in healthcare or multi-family buildings?
A: Yes. The enclosure is made from fire-resistant ABS plastic, which meets fire code requirements for interior installations in healthcare, hospitality, and multi-family residential applications. Verify specific compliance with your local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) or facility manager, as code adoption varies by region.
Q: What is the warranty on the NIR-7BS?
A: Manufacturer warranty details are not specified in the available product documentation. Contact a channel partner or Aiphone customer service for warranty terms and coverage scope.
The Aiphone NIR-7BS is a straightforward but critical piece of the NIR-8 call system puzzle. If you're specifying a nurse call or tenant request system and you want visual status at every endpoint — not just at the master station — the NIR-7BS LED indicator is what delivers that. At 4-3/4 in high and fire-resistant ABS, it fits code requirements and standard wall boxes without fuss.
Technical Highlights:
- Fire-Resistant ABS Enclosure: Meets interior fire codes for healthcare, multi-family, and commercial spaces — a non-negotiable compliance point that disqualifies consumer-grade plastic enclosures. If you're doing a hospital floor or senior living retrofit, this material choice keeps the facility authority happy and avoids punch-list hold-ups.
- 1-Gang Flush Mount (4-3/4" H × 2-3/4" W × 1-15/16" D): Fits standard electrical boxes with zero penetration beyond the wall plane. In a corridor with 10+ zones, flush mounting keeps the visual environment clean and prevents mounting hardware from becoming a wayfinding hazard or tripping point.
- 48V DC Hardwired Operation: No network dependency, no wireless dropout risk, no software licensing per device. The call system either works or it doesn't — you know exactly why, and troubleshooting is wiring-based, not firmware-based.
Deployment Considerations:
- The NIR-7BS is a display-only endpoint — it does not house a call button itself. Pair it with a call station (audio door unit like NI-JA) or a dedicated reset button (NIR-2) somewhere nearby so staff or residents can initiate and clear calls. If you forget this pairing, you'll have an LED with no way to clear it.
- Power comes from a shared 48V DC supply (IS-PU-UL) that also feeds the master station and all other NIR endpoints on your system. A single power failure downstream of that supply disables the entire call zone — there's no local battery backup on the NIR-7BS itself. If continuity is mission-critical, plan redundancy at the power supply level, not the endpoint level.
Deploy the NIR-7BS in healthcare call systems or multi-tenant buildings where you need distributed visual feedback across multiple rooms or units without installing a full video intercom at each location. The hardwired 48V architecture and fire-rated enclosure make it the right fit for facilities that demand code compliance and deterministic reliability.
