CenCom Carbide™
CenCom Carbide™
Whelen’s CenCom Carbide™ is a state-of-the-art vehicle control system designed to maintain situational awareness for officers and operators in high-pressure environments. With advanced technologies that deliver both visual and auditory warnings, CenCom Carbide ensures optimal control and safety. Each lighthead can be controlled individually, allowing for precise, situation-specific responses. The system features a CANport™ OBDII interface, offering a simple plug-in connection to the vehicle. This enables the automation of warning functions based on real-time vehicle data, enhancing operational efficiency. Situation-based integration allows priorities to be fully configured and controlled, ensuring that the most critical functions are always prioritized during emergencies. CenCom Carbide’s ergonomically designed control heads are completely configurable, making it easy to manage functions while maintaining focus on the situation at hand.

Features
- Precision Control: Enables individual lighthead management, allowing tailored, situation-specific responses for critical, high-pressure situations
- Smart Automation: Automates warning functions by leveraging real-time vehicle data through the CANport™ OBDII interface for faster, more accurate responses
- Customizable Control: Ergonomic control heads provide full configuration options, ensuring quick access to prioritized functions during emergencies
- Enhanced Situational Awareness: Integrates visual and auditory warnings to maximize operator control and safety in dynamic environments
Specifications
Please note: Not all specifications will apply to every model. Consult your sales representative to confirm specs.
Inputs/Outputs | 12 Total Inputs 18 Total Outputs |
Devices | Fully Supports All WeCan® Series Products Supports up to two of the following: Front WeCan Inner Edge®, Rear WeCan Inner Edge, Optional Remote 16 Output Modules |
Compatible Control Heads | CANCTL5, CANCTL6, CANCTL7 |
Expansion Modules | Supports optional Remote 16-Output Expansion Module |
Control | WeCan® |
Customization | Available Modules: Traffic Advisor, 8 (Positive or Negative) Input Expansion |
Certifications | SAE Standards SAE Class 1 Regulatory Compliance CA Title 13 Certifications applicable when paired with one Whelen 100-watt speaker |
Warranty | 2-year |
Voltage | 12 VDC |
Amps | 80.0 (peak) Average operating current varies based on models connected |
Size | Height: 6.70" (17.02 cm) Width: 8.22" (20.88 cm) Depth: 3.20" (8.13 cm) |
Remote Siren & Control Center
Amplifier Control Module
CCSRN4A
Same as CCSRN4, Except with 8 (Positive or Negative) Input Expansion Module (will not override any pre-existing control head features), 12 Total Inputs
CCSRNT4
Same as CCSRN4, Except with Traffic Advisor™ Module
CCSRNT4A
Same as CCSRN4A, Except with Traffic Advisor™ Module
CCSRN5
Amplifier Control Module with CANport™ OBDII Interface Module
CCSRNT5
Same as CCSRN5, Except with Traffic Advisor™ Module
Installation Kits
CC5K1
Installation Kit for CCSRN5 for 2016-2019 Ford Interceptor Utility, 2020-2022 Ford Interceptor Utility used with Factory Option 61B, 2016-2020 Ford F-150, 2018-2022 Ford, F-250/350 2018-2019 Ford, F-450/550, Expedition and Transit 150/250/350, 2017-2019 Ford Fusion (All Models), 2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2016-2017 Dodge Charger
CC5K2
Installation Kit For CCSRN5 Series for Chevy, 2017-2020 Tahoe, 2017-2018 Silverado 1500, 2019-2020 Silverado 1500 ( Body Style), 2017-2020 Colorado, 2019 Impala, 2018-2020 Suburban, No Charge when Purchased with Amplifier Control Module
CC5K3
Installation Kit for CCSRN5 for 2018-2020 Ram Classic 1500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 2021- 2022 Ram 2500/3500, 2018-2022 Dodge Charger and 2018-2022 Dodge Durango
CC5K4
2020-2021 Ford Interceptor Utility Gateway Installation Kit for use WITHOUT Ford 61B Factory Option, No Charge when Purchased with Amplifier Control Module
CC5K5
Installation Kit for CCSRN5 Series for 2020-2021 Ford Expedition, Super Duty and Transit, 2024 Ford E-Series, No Charge when Purchased with Amplifier Control Module
CC5K6
Installation Kit for CCSRN5 Series for 2021 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban
CC5K7
2021-2023 Ford F-150, 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning, 2020-2024 Ford Interceptor Utility, 2022-2024 Ford Escape, 2022-2024 Ford Expedition and 2021-2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Installation Kit for CCSRN5
CC5K9
Installation Kit for CCSRN5 for 2022 Chevy Silverado PPV/LTD, 2022 Chevy Colorado
CCSRN4DA
WeCan® External Amplifier, for use with CenCom Carbide™, for Dual Amplifier Applications
Control Heads
Includes a Hand Held Combination Microphone and Controller, 5-Position Progressive Light/Siren Control, Nine Push-Buttons and Microphone Extension Cable
Includes 3 Section Control Head and 8 Push-Buttons, 4-Position Slide Switch with a 7-Position Rotary Knob. Manual, Airhorn Plus 3 Traffic Advisor™ Switches and Microphone with Extension Cable
Includes 3 Section Control Head and 21 Push-Buttons, 4-Position Slide Switch, Microphone with Extension Cable
Options
CANEM16
16 Output Expansion Module
CANLITEB
Optional Ambient Light Sensor, Black Housing
CANLITEC
Optional Ambient Light Sensor, Chrome Housing
CANTEMPB
Optional Temperature Sensor, Black Housing
CANTEMPC
Optional Temperature Sensor, Chrome Housing
Logic Level Photocell for use with SLFLASH, CenCom Core™, CenCom Sapphire™, CenCom Carbide™ and CanTrol®
Product Sheets
Install Guides