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Optical Smoke Detectors
Optical smoke detectors are devices designed to detect the presence of smoke in an environment. They are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings to provide early warning of fires. These detectors work on the principle of light scattering, … Continue reading
Wireless Domestic Smoke Detectors
Introduction Wireless domestic smoke detectors have revolutionized home safety by providing a reliable and convenient way to detect smoke and fire. These advanced devices offer numerous benefits, such as easy installation, enhanced connectivity, and improved safety features. In this document, … Continue reading
When To Change Your Smoke Detector
After 10yrs you should replace your smoke detector. Many smoke detectors carry a Label with the recommended Replace-by Date. If not, you should write the purchase date on the side or back of the unit and replace in 10yrs from … Continue reading
How To Care For And Maintain Your Smoke detectors.
How to care for and maintain your smoke detectors. Once a month, check the smoke detector by pressing the test button. When the detector/alarm starts to make a chirping noise its time to replace the battery. Keep it clean. Dust, debris, and … Continue reading
How many smoke detectors does an average home need?
How many smoke detectors/ alarms does an average home need.
What type of Smoke Detector/Alarm is best for your home?
Please watch the video below as you can see for yourself which is the best type of smoke detector/alarm to fit in your home.
Optical Smoke Detectors
Optical Smoke Detectors/Alarms Optical Smoke Detectors are also known as Photoelectric Detectors and more effective at detecting larger smoke particles produced by slow-burning fires. Such as smoldering foam-filled upholstery and overheating PVC wiring. They are marginally less sensitive to flaming … Continue reading
Ionisation Smoke Detectors/Alarms
Ionization Smoke Detector. Ionization smoke detectors are sensitive to small particles produced by flaming FIRES. Flaming is a fast fire such as from a chip pan/frying pan. They are less sensitive to slow burning smoldering fires, which give off larger particle quantities … Continue reading
What Is A Smoke Detector
What Is A Smoke Detector A smoke detector is an electronic device used in homes for detecting smoke. It gives an audible alarm by sensing smoke in the early stages of a FIRE. A Smoke detector gives those precious few … Continue reading