How To Choose The Right Fire Detector
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How to Choose the Right Fire Detector
Summary
While many people are familiar with smoke detectors in their homes, there is a wide variety of fire detectors available. These differ in what they detect, how they function, management within fire alarm systems, and their power sources. With numerous options and manufacturers, choosing the right detector can be daunting.
Understanding Fire Detectors
The first step in selecting a fire detector is understanding the types available. The main categories are smoke detectors and heat detectors.
Smoke Detectors
- Photoelectric Smoke Detectors: These use a light source and receptor. When smoke enters the chamber, it scatters the light, causing the detector to alarm.
- Ionization Smoke Detectors: These have charged air in the chamber. Smoke reduces the charge, breaking the circuit and triggering an alarm.
Heat Detectors
- Fixed Temperature Heat Detectors: Trigger at a specific temperature, for example, 130 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Rate of Rise Heat Detectors: Trigger when the temperature rises rapidly, such as a 15-degree increase within a minute.
Heat detectors are less sensitive than smoke detectors and are ideal for property protection, especially in dusty or smoky environments that might otherwise cause false alarms with smoke detectors.
Managing Detection
Detectors differ in how they are managed by the fire alarm control panel.
- Conventional Detectors: Not individually identifiable by the panel. Technicians can detect a circuit issue but not the exact device.
- Intelligent Detectors: Individually identifiable, allowing for precise troubleshooting and maintenance. However, they are typically more expensive than conventional systems.
Powering the Detectors
Power sources for detectors also vary:
- Two-Wire Systems: Receive power and signal from the fire alarm control panel.
- Four-Wire Systems: Require separate power, with two wires for power and two for signals between the detector and the panel.
Making the Right Choice
When selecting a fire detector, consider:
- The type of detection needed (smoke or heat).
- How the detectors will be managed and identified.
- The power requirements of the system.
By evaluating these factors, you can choose the most effective fire detector for your specific needs and ensure a safer environment.
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