The 166RC Easi-fit mains powered Optical Smoke Alarm forms part of our highest specification range, especially so when coupled to the RadioLINK system.

The Aico Ei166RC has been designed for the specifier, installer and end user demanding the very highest standards of safety, performance and reliability.

By using rechargeable Vandium Pentoxide Lithium Cells the alarm provides the most effective and reliable back-up power available. Maintenance requirements are negligible.

The unit is quick, simple and economical to install, with all the control circuitry built into it. There's no need for extra bases or terminals. It uses the standard Aico Easi-fit baseplate and is compatible with existing 160 series alarms if no control device is to be introduced.

Product Fetures:

• Advanced suppression and calibration technology for reduced nuisance alarms and correct smoke sensitivity.
• 10 year+ lithium cell back-up supply.
• Hush button for false alarm control.
• Separate mains and warning LEDs.
• Precision charging circuit.
• Low cell power warning.
• RadioLINK & Modifire system compatible.
• Easi-fit fixing system - reduces installation time and effort.
• Large, easily identifiable wiring connections.
• Multiple cable entries.
• Mini trunking removable access door.
• 5 amp relay mounting kit available.
• Automatic circuit test every 40 seconds.
• Multi-purpose fixings - for use on plasterboard, concrete or wood surfaces.
• Comprehensive 5 year guarantee.

Optical sensors are more responsive to smouldering fires producing large particle smoke typical of fires involving furniture and bedding. They are more immune to invisible smoke produced by 'burning the toast' and similar cooking fumes. This makes them ideal for siting in hallways close to kitchens where false alarms from ionisation alarms may be a particular problem. It is recommended the use of optical detectors in circulation spaces of a dwelling, such as hallways and landings. Optical detectors are prone to false alarm if exposed to steam and should not be located too close to poorly ventilated bathrooms or shower rooms.

Read more about the Aico Ei140 series, the Aico Ei160RC series, and the radioLINK technology on our blog.

For more specific details about the Aico Ei166RC optical alarm(part of the Aico Ei160RC series), the easi-fit technology, the RadioLINK wireless interconnection, the Aico system solutions, or any other information about the heat alarms/ionisation alarms/smoke alarms/optical alarms, visit the Fire-detect website.