A smoke detector is an electronic fire-protection device that automatically senses the presence of smoke, as a key indication of fire, and sounds a warning to building occupants. Commercial and ...

BRISTOL, Tenn. - Did you know there are two types of smoke detectors? Both can save your life but they function differently. Those differences have sparked a lot of conversation, even in our newsroom.

Indianapolis - Will the smoke detectors in your home actually detect smoke? Before you answer, read what 13 Investigates has discovered. Our demonstration stunned the state fire marshal and provides ...

Ionization smoke alarms use a battery and two metal plates, called electrodes, to create an electrical circuit. Ions are tiny, electrically charged particles that flow through the circuit and between ...

The RE46C121 is low power CMOS ionization type smoke detector IC. With few external components, this circuit will provide all the required features for an ionization type smoke detector. An internal ...

SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio -- Your smoke detector might not be good enough. That is the belief of Shaker Heights Fire Chief Kevin Jacobs, who wants the most common type of home smoke detectors replaced with ...

Not all smoke detectors are equal, and the type of smoke detector installed in many homes might not sound off in all fires. Smoke alarm manufacturers sell alarms with two types of technology.

Cooking is the leading trigger for home fire alarms, yet the device you rely on to protect your family can become so annoying ...

The RE46C114 is an ionization type smoke detector integrated circuit designed for applications employing ionization type chambers to detect smoke. It features guard outputs for ion detector input, ...