Smoke Alarm 10-Year Battery, 5-Pack 🔥
Description:
This set of five mains-free smoke detectors creates a simple, ready-to-use home safety network that alerts across rooms, ideal for properties wanting basic but effective early warning. These interlinked smoke alarms activate together when one unit detects smoke, helping to increase response time and household safety.
Key Points
The pack arrives pre-connected so each unit is already linked to the others, which removes the need for manual pairing. The detectors include a built-in non-replaceable battery rated for a 10-year life according to the manufacturer, reducing maintenance and avoiding frequent battery changes. Split-spectrum sensing technology aims to distinguish smoke from steam and dust, helping to reduce false alarms while maintaining rapid detection of genuine fire events. The alarm produces a loud 85 dB signal at 3 metres, strong enough to wake occupants during the night. For convenience, the detector can be muted from a short distance using an infrared remote control that mimics common TV or air-conditioning remotes, though the remote is not included. Simple ceiling mounting is possible using the supplied adhesive pads, which allows installation without wiring or professional help. One limitation to note is that the battery is non-replaceable, so the whole unit will need replacing at the end of the service life according to the manufacturer.
Technical Specifications
- Name: Smoke Alarm (5 Pcs Pre-Linked)
- Certification: EN14604, CE certified
- Battery life: 10 years (built-in non-replaceable)
- Sound level: 85 dB at 3 m
- Interconnectivity: Wireless linkable up to 24 units
Usage Recommendations
Install one detector per bedroom and at least one on each level of the home to achieve good coverage. Position units on the ceiling away from kitchens and bathrooms to reduce nuisance alerts from cooking or steam, and avoid placing them within 30 cm of corners where airflow is restricted. Test each alarm after installation and periodically thereafter to ensure the network is functioning, paying attention to any manufacturer guidance on end-of-life indicators. The remote mute function can be useful when a single unit triggers from a non-hazardous source, although the networked nature means all alarms will sound if a real fire is detected. For flats or houses in Scotland with multiple rooms, the pre-linked feature makes rapid deployment easier and can be useful in rented accommodation where running wiring is not an option. 🔥📶
Advantages
The main advantage is the hands-off setup because the five alarms come pre-linked and ready to operate. Built-in long-life battery reduces ongoing upkeep and offers a degree of peace of mind about battery replacement. Split-spectrum detection and the capacity to silence nuisance alarms remotely make daily use less disruptive while maintaining a clear alert when required. One caveat is that the non-replaceable battery means the unit must be replaced at the end of the specified service life, which is part of the trade-off for the low-maintenance design.
