Introduction
EI Electronics smoke alarms are designed and manufactured in Ireland, known for their reliability due to precise quality standards and patented features.
Image Description: A family (parents and two children) in a living room setting. A white EI Electronics smoke detector is visible on the ceiling.
EI3000 Series: Advanced Mains-Powered Smoke Alarms with Battery Backup
These alarms are mains-powered with a long-life lithium backup battery designed to last the entire lifespan of the alarm. This means the alarm can be removed from the ceiling only when it needs to be replaced.
Key Features & Technologies:
- AudioLINK: A free mobile app allows monitoring of detector operation, contamination levels, and alarm history.
- SmartLINK: Enables wireless interconnection and data transfer, allowing remote control of all EI3000 series alarms.
- Easy installation with Easi-fit mounting base.
- European quality standards.
- 230V power supply with battery backup.
- Chainable via cable, wireless, or both.
- Large test/hush button.
- New dust compensation technology reduces false alarms.
- Alarm memory and event history logging.
- Lower operating costs.
- Automatic reset after alarm.
Product Models:
- E13024: Optical + Heat Combination Detector. Features 10-year battery, EN14604:2005 compliance.
- E13016: Optical Smoke Alarm. Features 10-year battery, EN14604:2005 compliance.
- E13014: Heat Detector. Alarm threshold 58° +/- 4° C, 10-year battery, EN5446-2:2003 compliance.
- E13028: Heat + CO Combination Detector. Features 10-year battery, EN14604:2005 compliance.
- E13018: Carbon Monoxide Alarm. Features 10-year battery, EN50291:2001 compliance.
- E13000MRF: SmartLINK Module. Installs inside alarms to enable wireless interconnection and data transfer.
EI140E Series: Mains-Powered Alarms with Battery Backup
The EI140E series alarms are mains-powered and feature a 9V backup battery for power outages. They offer an updated, stylish design with 69% lower power consumption compared to the previous EI140 series. Improved optical sensors and automatic dust compensation minimize false alarms.
Key Features:
- Mains-powered with 9V alkaline backup battery.
- Built-in siren with 85dB output at 3 meters.
- Easi-fit base for quick and easy installation.
- Note: EI140E and EI3000 series alarms are not compatible with each other.
- Easy to install with Easi-fit mounting base.
- European quality.
- 230V operating voltage.
- 9V alkaline backup battery.
- Chainable via cable, wireless, or combined methods.
- Test and silence button.
- Remote control capability.
- Dust and insect protection.
- Tamper-proof lock prevents unauthorized removal.
- Automatic reset after alarm.
Product Models:
- E1146E: Optical Smoke Alarm. Features battery backup, EN14604:2005 compliance.
- EI168: Mounting Base. Connects to other RadioLINK devices, acts as a wireless receiver and transmitter, includes battery backup.
Hybrid System Example:
Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates a house with various EI140 series mains-powered alarms and wireless accessories. It shows a hybrid system using wired alarms, a wireless base for one alarm, a wireless CO alarm with a RadioLINK module, and a wireless relay unit for connecting to an external alarm system. A wireless remote control is also depicted.
System Components Mentioned:
- 14x EI146 Optical Smoke Alarms
- 2x EI144 Heat Detectors + EI168 Base
- E1208DW Battery CO Alarm + E1200MRF RadioLINK Module
- EI413 Wireless Relay Unit
- EI450 Wireless Remote Control
- EI603C Battery Heat Alarm + E1605MRF RadioLINK Module
EI1600 Series: Smart Battery-Powered Smoke Alarms
The stylish EI1600 series alarms operate solely on battery power and feature a large, easily accessible test and silence button. The hush function silences alarms for 10 minutes.
Key Features & Technologies:
- AudioLINK: Free mobile app for monitoring and data access.
- RadioLINK: Enables wireless interconnection, so if one alarm detects smoke, all connected alarms will sound.
- Can be integrated with a wireless remote control for easy system management.
- CO alarms store high CO levels in memory, indicated by light and sound.
- Stylish design with a large test/hush button.
- Operates solely on battery power.
- RadioLINK-enabled alarms offer wireless chaining.
- Test and silence button.
- Remote control capability.
- Dust and insect protection.
- Alarm memory and event history.
- Automatic reset after alarm.
Product Models:
- E16501: Battery-Powered Optical Smoke Alarm. 10-year battery, EN14604:2005, AudioLINK.
- E1650IRF: Battery-Powered Optical Smoke Alarm. 10-year battery, EN14604:2005, AudioLINK, RadioLINK.
- E1603: Battery-Powered Heat Detector. 10-year battery, alarm threshold 58° +/- 4° C, EN5446-2:2003, AudioLINK.
- E1603RF: Battery-Powered Heat Detector. 10-year battery, alarm threshold 58° +/- 4° C, EN5446-2:2003, AudioLINK, RadioLINK.
- E1208WD: Battery-Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm. 10-year battery, EN50291:2001, AudioLINK. (Two models listed, one with RadioLINK capability).
Note: When the lithium battery lasts for the entire lifespan of the alarms, the alarms must be removed from the ceiling only when they are replaced.
EI1180 Series: Smoke Alarms Connectable to Alarm Systems
The EI1180 series alarms are designed to be connected to alarm systems and feature a 9V backup battery for power outages. They are an excellent choice for home fire protection, available as optical smoke alarms or heat detectors.
Key Features:
- Connectable to alarm systems.
- 9V backup battery for power outages.
- Easi-fit base for quick and easy installation.
- Can be chained together via cable to burglar alarm systems.
- Built-in siren (85dB at 3 meters).
- Alkaline backup battery.
- Note: Accessories from other pages are not compatible with the EI1180 series.
- Easy to install with Easi-fit mounting base.
- European quality.
- 10.5-30V operating voltage.
- 9V alkaline backup battery.
- Test and silence button.
- NC/NO contact information provided.
- Dust and insect protection.
- Tamper-proof lock prevents unauthorized removal.
- Automatic reset after alarm.
Product Models:
- E1184: Heat Detector. Alarm threshold 58° +/- 4° C, battery backup, EN14604:2005 compliance.
- E1186: Optical Smoke Alarm. Battery backup, EN14604:2005 compliance.
Versatile Accessories for Smoke Alarms
Accessories enhance the functionality and usability of EI Electronics' alarm systems.
Remote Controls:
- E1450: Wireless Remote Control. Single-button operation for test, silence, locate, and alarm memory. Connects with RadioLINK-enabled EI141, EI3000, and E1208D products. Features a 10-year battery.
- EI1529RC: Wired Remote Control. Offers test, silence, and locate functions. Connects with EI140 and EI3000 series alarms.
Remote controls allow safe testing, silencing, and locating of alarms from floor level. The test button checks the entire system, the silence button mutes all alarms, and the locate button silences all but the first alarm. Alarm memory indicates past events.
Relay Bases and Units:
- EI128 and EI128U: Relay Base. Connects to all alarms, 230V power. Features a 5A relay with selectable pulse or latching mode. EI128U includes battery backup.
- EI128COV: Cover Plate for EI128 / EI1180U relay base when not installed under an alarm base.
- E1428: Relay Base. Wirelessly connects with RadioLINK-enabled products. Includes battery backup.
- EI413: Wireless Relay Unit. Wirelessly connects with RadioLINK-enabled products. Operates on 11-30V power. It distinguishes three RadioLINK signals: fire alarm, CO alarm, and fault alarm.
Visual and Vibrating Alarm:
- EI170: Visual and Vibrating Alarm. Wirelessly connects with RadioLINK-enabled products. Designed for the deaf and hard-of-hearing, featuring a bright indicator light and a vibrating pad. Includes a lithium battery and a test/silence button. Optional remote control is available.
Relay bases and units enable the transfer of alarm data to external devices such as sirens or alarm systems. They can be powered by mains or battery backup. The EI413 unit is particularly useful for distinguishing between different alarm types.
Legal Requirements and Best Practices
Mandatory Smoke Alarms:
Smoke alarms are legally mandated safety devices for all dwellings and summer cottages. For mains-powered alarms in new or renovated buildings, one alarm is required per 60 m² of floor space, with at least one alarm in each bedroom. All alarms must have battery or accumulator backup. Low-voltage alarms are permissible if they have centralized power (e.g., from a burglar alarm system) with battery backup, or individual battery backup. Battery-powered alarms can be chained wirelessly in renovation projects.
As of 2024, property owners are responsible for the purchase and maintenance of smoke alarms in their apartments, while residents are responsible for testing and cleaning them. For rental properties and housing companies, the 10-year battery EI3000 series alarms are highly recommended.
Regular Testing and Maintenance:
Smoke alarms must be replaced every 10 years. EI Electronics offers alarms with batteries designed to last the entire detector lifespan.
Regular testing is made easy with wired or wireless remote controls, which also facilitate the management of larger systems. Remote controls can silence fault alarms and help locate the first alarm in a chained system.
Alarm Chaining:
It is recommended to chain smoke alarms within a property, ensuring that if one alarm detects smoke, all alarms will sound. Chaining can be achieved via wired connections or using RadioLINK mounting bases for wireless communication. Hybrid systems can combine both methods. Up to 20 wired or 12 wireless alarms can be connected in a single system.
Choosing the Right Detector:
- Optical Smoke Alarms: Detect smoke by changes in light. Suitable for bedrooms and living rooms.
- Heat Detectors: Ideal for areas where steam or smoke may naturally occur, such as kitchens.
Cabling Recommendation: HÄLY cable is recommended for mains-powered, chained alarms. This is a three-core cable, with one core dedicated to chaining functionality.
Installation Guide
Placement Considerations:
Diagram Description: Diagrams illustrate correct placement of smoke detectors in a house, showing recommended distances from walls and ceilings. Another diagram details the steps for mounting the alarm base and attaching the detector.
- Placement Rules:
- Install one alarm in each bedroom.
- Alarms should be positioned no more than 7.5 meters from the protected area.
- Place detectors in a central location within the room.
- Mount alarms centrally on the ceiling, at least 30 cm away from walls, lights, and other obstructions.
- Avoid installation areas where air movement is restricted.
Installation Steps:
- Secure the mounting base to the ceiling using the provided screws. Remove the cable protection cover from the base.
- Connect the cables to the mounting base and reattach the cable protection cover.
- Slide the alarm onto the mounting base to secure it.
Detector Placement Guide:
Diagram Description: A legend shows icons representing different detector types: Combination detector (optical or heat), Heat detector, Remote alarm (if installed), and Combination detector or Optical smoke alarm. The diagram also shows typical room types (bedroom, hallway, living room, kitchen, garage, entrance hall, attic) and indicates suitable detector types for each.
