Is this a good choice for smoke detectors?
442305
I would rather use a lithium 9v for smoke detectors. Check the manufacturers recommendations.
442306
It depends on whether your smoke detector is wired into the house wiring and the battery is just a backup, or if the battery is the only power source. If the battery is a backup to household power, a standard heavy duty (Non-alkaline) is best and also much cheaper, but needs to be replaced yearly. If the battery is the only power source, an alkaline battery like this is a good choice. Smoke detectors that are household wired and use the battery as a backup need a higher peak voltage to keep them from the occasional chirp sound that drives my dog crazy. A fresh/new heavy duty (non-alkaline) battery puts out over 10 volts and will easily last a year onder the light load of a smoke detector. A fresh/new alkaline battery will only put out about 9.4 - 9.5 volts, but it will handle a greater load for a longer time. My house wired smoke detectors start chirping at just under 9.4 volts, so my dog hates it if I use alkaline batteries in them.
442307
Hello Sunni,I have been using them in my smoke detectors with no problems, change them once a year. Don't know if your particular model calls for these, but I don't see why not!
442308
No. This listing says the batteries expire in March 2016. Alkalines have a 5 year shelf life, and these are at the end of their shelf life. This is why they are so reasonably priced as far as 9V batteries go.
1257503
The Manufacturer states it can be used for that purpose. I have tested it on a smoke detector and it did activate it, but not instantaneous. It responded after approximately 10 seconds of a continuous smoke stream.
1031813
I'm not a "science" guy - just a homeowner who's had CO detectors for years. Mine are up high just where a smoke detector would be. Many friends and "experts" have seen them up there in my house. Nobody ever said it was not the correct location.
2170392
YES!! This assumes your smoke detector takes a 9 volt battery of course. That is why I purchased this product. As far as I know, all batteries have a sell by date, but I can't tell you specifically how the ones you will get will be marked.Hope this helped.
34591
Yes you can. Activate the alarm by pulling out the battery protector tab and plug the smoke detector into the existing home wiring. When completed, test the system by pressing and holding the test button for a few seconds and make sure all alarms sound at once.
1715368
It is very simple to install...two screws, a marker,and screw driver....if you put the anchors in the wall you'll need a drill and bit.But other than that it went up in 10 mins. The smoke detector screws on the base on the wall or ceiling. Making it easy to change the batteries.
2283527
No, I have wired Kidde smoke detectors on my second floor (addition to my house), I also installed wireless Kidde (battery) smoke detectors on my First floor they work perfectly togetter... They all alarmed at once "while broiling in my oven" caught me by supprise, they do their lob...
1397395
I connected 4 smoke alarms and 2 smoke/carbon monoxide alarms on four floors (basement, first floor, second floor bedrooms and attic bedroom) in my house. I think there's a requirement of fifty feet or less between each alarm, but check the specs. The alarms work well and they're a lot cheaper than hard wiring. My whole installation cost less than $300.
65869
I did not have a problem with my smoke detectors, but I cannot speak for all types of detectors in all spaces. It probably wouldn't hurt to disable them if there is any concern. These are the best fumigators I've ever used, and I cannot find them locally. I've bought these on a number of occasions!
651212
No this one isn't. First Alert however is the first company that is coming out with the first z-wave smoke detector, they are available at Lowes as midd answered below.
807226
Sorry for the delay as I have been traveling. I don't really think this would work effectively on smoke detectors, I dont think the correct end for the pole is in here.
2189407
I purchased these my my smoke detectors and they appear to work for the pas several months. I am unable to comment if they are suitable for first-responder environment. Also, they did bulk package, NOT OEM packaging. I hope this helps
869124
I don't see why not, but remember, it takes two AA batteries and not a 9v. I wasn't aware they made 10 yr smoke detector batteries in anything but 9v. Anyway, since the battery is not recharged by the detector, it should take any AA battery. I guess the replacement frequency would really depend on how often your power goes out and how well the battery holds a charge.
2170389
I purchased them for my smoke detectore.Can't answer the rest- they're still working & its been way over a year.
481108
I used this product to test/trigger newly installed smoke detectors. It's one of the best effective product to test and works. I am not sure of your application or what exactly you are talking about.
1662316
They should last a long time as the unit is direct wired to 110 volts. So it's based on the shelf life of the battery. I have several direct wired smoke detectors and I only replace the batteries when one of them is low, then I replace all of them. batteries. I expect the batteries will last over 2 years.
993144
I'm going to say no. Although this dectector will detect numerous types of gas, it is intended as a combustible gas detector... which carbon monoxide is not - it is a by product of combustible gas. Also keep in mind it is a leak detector and not designed for open air use.