The Aico Ei160RC series, fully introduced online via the fire-detect website and also via "Heat Alarms, the Specifier Range Aico Ei160RC" and the RadioLINK wireless communication with Aico Ei160RC series, is a mains powered alarms series with rechargeable Lithium Back-up. Actually, the back-up battery lasts up to 10years, and it is one of the best ever invented yet. Incorporating the Easi-fit technology(very easy to fit and install), this range of fire alarms can be either hard-wired or connected via RadioLINK(with the Aico Ei168RC base). Also, all the devices in this range have an incorporated test and hush button, and they come with a 5 year guarantee. This range of Fire Alarms, the Aico Ei160RC series, is ideal for social and rented properties.If we were to see some more specific list of features / suggestions for the fire alarms in the Aico Ei160RC range, we will find out the following:
Aico Ei166RC - Optical alarm
- The Aico Ei166RC is more responsive to the smouldering fires(sofas, TVs, etc);
- Incorporates a proven optical sensor with insect screen to reduce false alarms;
- Third party accredited by BSI(BS EN 14606:2005, KM 522831);
- To be sited: in the hallway, in the landing areas, or in the living room;
- If it is interconnected with the RadioLINK Ei168RC, it can be wirelessly connected to the other devices;
Aico Ei164RC - Heat Alarm
- The Aico Ei164RC responds to heat build-up from large flaming fires;
- The heat sensor triggers at 50 degrees Celsius;
- Third party accredited by BSI (BS 5446-2:2003, KM 83678);
- To be sited: in the kitchen or in the garage;
- If it is interconnected with the RadioLINK Ei168RC, it can be wirelessly connected to the other devices;
Aico Ei161RC - Ionisation Alarm
- The Aico Ei161RC is more responsive to flaming fires(papers, clothing);
- It has a proven long life ionisation sensor;
- Third party accredited by BSI (BS EN 14604:2005, KM 522831);
- To be sited: in the bedroom;
- If it is interconnected with the RadioLINK Ei168RC, it can be wirelessly connected to the other devices;
Aico Ei160RC series - hard wire interconnection
For the Aico Ei160RC series to be hard-wire interconnected you will need:- Relay Base - the Aico Ei128R(fits under the alarms, has volt-free relay contacts; also available as the Aico Ei128RBU with battery back-up);
- Remote control switch – the Aico Ei1529RC(test and hush alarm, identity triggered alarm, it can be wired anywhere in the system);
- Switched input module – the Aico Ei129(connects to the switched contacts, and triggers the alarms when contacts are close);
- Optional Alarm for Hard of Hearing – the Aico Ei169/160(mains alarm with battery back-up, flashing strobe, vibrating pad for pillows);
- Optional CO alarm – the Aico Ei261ENRC(Mains alarm with rechargeable back-up, can interconnect with the smoke alarms, and must use an Aico Ei1529RC switch);
- Call point – the Aico MCP401RC(no replacing glass, reset with key, can be wired anywhere in the system);
Aico Ei160RC series - RadioLINK wireless interconnection
For the Aico Ei160RC series to be connected via the RadioLINK base - wireless interconnection - you will need:- Relay Module – the Aico Ei428(mains with rechargeable back-up, volt-free relay contacts, the Aico Ei428SK is pre-wired for Warden Call);
- Remote control Switch – the Aico Ei411H(test and hush alarms, identify triggered alarm, completely wireless, battery powered – up to 10years life);
- Switched input module – the Aico Ei408(connect to switched contacts, triggers alarms when contacts are close);
- Repeater module – the Aico Ei420(mains powered, repeats the RF signals, extends range);
- Optional Alarm for Hard of Hearing – the Aico Ei170RF/Aico Ei171RF(mains with battery back-up, strobe and vibrating pad for pillows, Aico Ei171RF strobe only);
- Optional CO alarm – the Aico Ei262(mains alarm with rechargeable back-up, wireless interconnect with smoke alarms; must use an Aico Ei411H switch);
- Call point – the Aico Ei407(no replacing glass, completely wireless, battery powered – up to 10year life);
