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The Cardiac Science Surface Mount AED Cabinet with Alarm and Strobe Light (MPN 50-00392-30) is the top-tier alarmed configuration in the Cardiac Science Powerheart cabinet family. Built from rugged metal with a baked-on white finish, the cabinet pairs a door-activated audible alarm with a high-visibility flashing strobe light — two redundant alerts that maximize the chance someone notices when the AED is deployed.
This is the same physical cabinet body as the no-alarm variant (50-00392-10) with the alarm and strobe assembly added on top — meaning the strobe light adds an additional 3 inches to the overall cabinet height, making the cabinet even more visible from down the corridor. The cabinet protects the AED from dust, casual tampering, and accidental impact while keeping it clearly visible through the front window.
What makes this cabinet stand out from generic alarmed enclosures is the security-enabled wiring option: the alarm can be wired into your building's existing security system, so a door-open event triggers a notification at your security desk or monitoring station — not just an audible alert near the cabinet. The keyed switch on the alarm assembly lets authorized staff disable the alarm for scheduled maintenance, training drills, or pad replacement without setting off the building system.
The 50-00392-30 cabinet is designed specifically for the Cardiac Science Powerheart AED line. The integrated hook system accommodates both the G3 and G5 with or without their soft carry cases.
The cabinet has two integrated hooks inside. The Powerheart G3 hangs on both hooks for two-point support — recommended configuration. The G5 hangs on a single hook designed for its handle geometry. Hooks keep the AED stable inside the cabinet so it doesn't shift during transport or accidental door bumps.
Cardiac Science makes the standard cabinet body in three alarm configurations and three mount styles. The right combination depends on facility traffic, noise environment, and whether you need wall-cutout flexibility.
The 50-00392-30 is a surface-mount cabinet — no drywall cutout, no specialized tools, no electrical work for the alarm itself. Total install time is typically 30 to 45 minutes with basic hand tools. If you plan to wire the alarm into your building security system, allow additional time for the security technician to make the connection.
The alarm assembly includes terminals for hard-wiring into a building's security system. This connection routes the door-open event to your central monitoring station or security panel, so staff are notified the moment the cabinet opens — not just people within earshot. Wiring is a job for a qualified security technician or facilities electrician; check the alarm assembly instructions for terminal layout and supported relay types.
U.S. state laws on AED placement, signage, and registration vary. The Cardiac Science Surface Mount AED Cabinet with Alarm and Strobe meets equipment-side requirements for alarmed, publicly visible AED storage in every state. Where you mount it, how you register it, and how you log inspections is governed by your state. Higher-regulation states are summarized below.
AED registration with local EMS required. Monthly readiness checks must be logged. Signage and AED location notification to building occupants required (Health & Safety Code §1797.196).
AED owners must register with the regional EMS council. Health care facilities and public schools have additional signage and training requirements (Public Health Law §3000-b).
AED owners must notify the local EMS agency of each AED's location. Regular maintenance and physician oversight required (Health & Safety Code §779).
Physical Fitness Facility Medical Emergency Preparedness Act requires AEDs in fitness facilities with trained staff. Public schools (K-12) require AEDs on premises.
AED owners encouraged to register with local EMS. State schools and public buildings have specific placement and training requirements (F.S. §768.1325).
Cardiac Arrest Survival Act provides Good Samaritan protection nationwide. OSHA recommends AED placement in workplaces where cardiac risk or response delay exists. FAA requires AEDs on most commercial aircraft.
