Meet the Innovative Smoke Alarm/Detectors from X-sense

Smoke Alarms are devices that sense smoke as an indication of fire. They are critical to safety in homes and businesses and are required for most property insurance plans. However, these devices exist in different shapes and sizes on the market, with different features incorporated by different manufacturers, in such numbers that it becomes a difficult task for a non-technical person to choose and establish the difference between them. For this reason, we thought it’d be a good idea to lend our voice to the conversation, starting with a review of one of the coolest Smoke detectors out there: the X-sense SD03.

Made by X-sense, which is regarded as one of the most innovative home safety brands, the SD03 Smoke sensor leverages the capacities of an advanced photoelectric sensor combined with the low-power and high-performance features of an ST chipset, to detect dangerous smoke levels from slow-burning and smoldering fires, quickly, in a way that empowers the device to provide the earliest possible warning of fire while minimizing false alarms.

Designed with reliability in mind, the device features routines that ensure the device is active, and is at all times capable of detection and alerts, through an automatic self-check which is performed every 10s. The check evaluates all critical elements including the sensors and battery life to be sure they are in good condition. If an issue is detected, the device notifies the user via beeps and an LED indicator.

The device was designed for all-round, 24/7 monitoring, as such, it comes with a battery capacity that is certified to comfortably power the device for the estimated product lifespan of 10years, eliminating the challenges users may face with power failure.

An applaudable part of X-sense products is the consideration for the differently-abled and their desire to promote accessibility through products. The X-sense SD03, for instance, comes with 3 LEDs which serves as a way for those with impaired hearing to check the alarm status.

Some technical specifications of the Smoke Alarm include:

• Operating Life: 10 years
• Power Source: 3 V CR123A lithium battery (non-replaceable)
• Sensor Type: Photoelectric
• Safety Standards: UL 217, ULC S531, EN 14604:2005
• Certification: Kitemark and ETL listed
• Standby Current: < 6 µA (avg.)
• Alarm Current: < 60 mA (avg.)
• Best Operating Ambient Temperature: 40-100 °F (4.4-37.8 °C)
• Best Operating Relative Humidity: ≤ 85% RH (non-condensing)
• Alarm Loudness: ≥ 85 dB at 10 ft (3 m)
• Silence Duration: ≤ 9 minutes
• Indicator Light: LED (red/yellow/green)
• Color: White
• Material: ABS/PC
• Installation Method: Screw fixings and mounting bracket supplied
• Usage: Indoor use only
• Weight: 0.58 lbs (263 g)
• Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 2.0 inches (146 x 146 x 51 mm)

More information on the SD03 Smoke alarm can be found on the Product page on X-sense’s Website.

SC01 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector

Asides the SD03 Smoke alarm, another interesting Smoke Alarm I found among X-sense’s range of products is the X-Sense SC01 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector.

The X-Sense SC01 combines all the features of the SD03, including its 10-year battery life,  with carbon monoxide detection, and a real-time display of the concentration of CO in the surrounding air, on a built-in LCD.

The 2-in-1 device ensures you get double protection from both invisible, odorless, and deadly CO, and Fire/smoke.

Like the SD03, the SC01 is designed for a 10 years life span and the inbuilt battery is designed to last for that long, removing whatever worry users might have about the performance of the device if a power failure occurs.

Also designed with Accessibility and considerations for the differently-abled in mind, the SC01 also comes with a multicolor LED that provides visual feedback to users.

Some highlight features of the SCO1 include:

• Real-time display of accurate CO concentration levels on the LCD.
• Detects both CO and smoke levels in the environment.
• FIGARO® CO sensor for high sensitivity, accuracy, and reliability.
• Extra loud buzzer with over 85 dB volume for guaranteed alarming.
• High-capacity lithium battery for 10 years of reliable operation.
• Approved by the ETL and BSI.

Some technical specs of the device are provided below:

• Operating Life: 10 years
• Power Source: 3 V CR123A lithium battery (non-replaceable)
• Sensor Type:
  • Smoke: photoelectric
  • CO: electrochemical
• Safety Standards: UL 217, UL 2034, ULC S531, CSA 6.19-01, EN 14604:2005, EN 50291
• Certification: Kitemark and ETL listed
• Standby Current: < 6 µA (avg.)
• Alarm Current: < 60 mA (avg.)
• Best Operating Ambient Temperature: 40-100 °F (4.4-37.8 °C)
• Best Operating Relative Humidity: ≤ 85% RH (non-condensing)
• Alarm Loudness: ≥ 85 dB at 10 ft (3 m)
• Silence Duration: Smoke: ≤ 9 minutes; CO: ≤ 6 minutes
• Display: LCD
• Indicator Light: LED (red/yellow/green)
• Material: ABS/PC
• Installation Method: Screw fixings and mounting bracket supplied
• Usage; Indoor use only
• Weight: 0.66 lbs (300 g)
• Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 2.0 inches (146 x 146 x 51 mm)

Going through X-sense’s product catalog revealed a bunch of other nicely designed safety devices that every homeowner should probably check out.

More information on the SC01 Smoke alarm sensor can be found on the Product’s page on X-sense’s Website. You can also check this blog post on how to turn off fire alarm.

Finally, it worths mention that the smoke alarms are reasonably priced at $27.99 for the SD30 model and $39.99 for the SC01 model.

And here is a 10% off coupon for SC01:  xsensesc01

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