Basic Guide: What is wireless Smoke Alarm Detector

While smoke alarm has been around for many years, it is only in recent years has technology advancement made wireless integration possible.

In broad and general definition, wireless smoke alarm detector is any standalone device that can detect the presence of smoke. By strict definition, it is inter-linkable and can communicate with one another via wireless radio frequency (RF) signals.

To integrate the wireless RF signals into the smoke detector system upon sensing smoke presence, the device will activate the alarm and send signals to other devices. Each and every device is equipped with a transmitter and receiver inside the electronics and is battery operated.

Currently, different types of smoke alarm system exist in the market. Various functions are available to suit each and every individual needs.

Some of the common types include:

• long-range connectivity
• lower-power consumption
• range extension capability
• multiple sensor function

Above list are not exhaustive as new types are being introduced every year onto the market.

Benefits of wireless smoke alarm detector

For buildings under construction or renovation, cables can be easily installed without much hassle and the cost will be much lower. But with finished buildings or heritage sites, wireless smoke alarm detector might be a viable option. In some mixed circumstances, interlinking the hard-wire type with wireless RF type may be an option also. The exact layout and commissioning will depend on the area, purpose and cost of the project.

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