The Ei161, Ei161RC and Ei161e are mains powered smoke alarms with a lithium back-up battery. As all Ei161 alarms are now discontinued, original manufacturer Ei Electronics (known as Aico in the UK) has ensured that their new Ei3000 range of alarms is fully backward compatible with the Ei160 series that it replaces.
The Ei3016 optical smoke alarm as the ideal replacement for the Ei161. The new alarm can interlink with any Ei160 series alarms remaining in your system, and even fits onto your existing Ei160 base without the need for any rewiring. The new optical sensor technology in the Ei3016 is less susceptible to false alarms, making it suitable for use in a wider range of locations such as rooms adjacent to kitchens, hallways, landings, bedrooms, and living areas.
The simple installation process of the Ei3014 replacement alarm eliminates the need for an electrician. However, power to all alarm circuits should be cut before removing and replacing any mains powered alarm.
The tables below show all the products that can interlink with this alarm.
Smoke and Heat Alarms
Model Number
|
Type of Unit
|
Type of Interlink
|
Ei3014 / Ei3014RF | Mains Powered Heat Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei3016 / Ei3016RF | Mains Powered Optical Smoke Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei3024 / Ei3024RF | Mains Powered Optical & Heat Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei3028 / Ei3028RF | Mains Powered Heat & Carbon Monoxide Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei2110e / Ei2110eRF | Mains Powered Multi Sensor Smoke & Heat Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei161e / Ei161eRF | Mains Powered Ionisation Smoke Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei164e / Ei164eRF | Mains Powered Heat Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei166e / Ei166eRF | Mains Powered Optical Smoke Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei141 / Ei168RC141RC | Mains Powered Ionisation Alarm - 9V Alkaline | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei144 / Ei168RC144RC | Mains Powered Heat Alarm - 9V Alkaline | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei146 / Ei168RC146RC | Mains Powered Optical Smoke Alarm - 9V Alkaline | Hardwire Interlink |
Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Model Number
|
Type of unit
|
Type of interlink
|
Ei3018 / Ei3018RF | Mains Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei3028 / Ei3028RF | Mains Powered Heat & Carbon Monoxide Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei261 | Mains Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm - Sealed Lithium | Hardwire Interlink |
Ancillary Products
Model Number
|
Type of unit
|
Type of interlink
|
MCP401RC | Mains Powered Manual Call Point | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei1529RC | Mains Powered Locate, Silence & Test Control Switch | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei159 | Mains Powered Smoke Alarm Locator Switch | Hardware Interlink |
Ei128R | Mains Powered 5A Relay Module | Hardwire Interlink |
Ei128RBU | Mains Powered 5A Relay Module with Lithium Backup Battery | Hardwire Interlink |
Y03 | Mains Powered Multi Frequency Sounder | Hardwire Interlink (via relay) |
SAB300C | Mains Powered Flashing Xenon Strobe (Clear) | Hardwire Interlink (via relay) |
SAB300R | Mains Powered Flashing Xenon Strobe (Red) | Hardwire Interlink (via relay) |
Wiring Explained
Mains powered Ei Electronics smoke and heat alarms require a 230V AC power supply and up to 12 alarms can be hardwire interlinked in one system.
To obtain a mains power supply, each alarm can be connected to the nearest lighting circuit using 2 core and earth cable with a separate, dedicated interlink cable connecting all alarms. However, if possible it is recommended that the alarms are all powered from a dedicated circuit from the distribution board using 3 core and earth cable for safety during maintenance, as the interlink cable will carry power from live alarms on other power circuits. Please see the diagram below:-
Product Code | EI161RA |
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Alternative Product Codes | Ei3016, Ei161, Ei161RC, Ei161e, Ei161EK |
Brand | EI Electronics |
Back-Up Battery | Self-charging lithium battery |
Dimensions (HxDia) | 55 x 150mm (including base) |
Operating Temperature | 0 to 40°C |
Relative Humidity | 15% to 95% |
Sound Output | 85dB |
Weight | 0.40kg |
Product Datasheets |
Every EI Electronics EI161RA is supplied with the following components.
Model | Stock | Price |
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Product Code: EI161RA |
Stock Level:
More than 20 in stock Expected dispatch: Today
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Price:
£45.59 inc VAT £37.99 ex VAT |
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56 customers have given this product an overall rating of 4.9 out of 5
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: C C
Perfect ! Being at the age of 80 I found it very easy to install Thank you
Published on: 19th February 2021
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: P S
Easy install up and running in seconds
Published on: 18th August 2020
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: S P
Easy DIY replacement An item that's a must but hope not to use
Published on: 15th July 2020
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: A S
Ideal replacement
Published on: 6th July 2020
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: S F
Easy to install. Fitted perfectly as a replacement for an old model.
Published on: 21st June 2019
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: J A
Excellent products and customer service
Published on: 4th February 2019
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: M R
Excellent product and simple to fit.
Published on: 13th October 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: P D
Made changing the smoke alarms so easy. Excellent.
Published on: 14th September 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: J H
Does what is required
Published on: 3rd September 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: H N
Easy to fit replacement
Published on: 29th March 2018
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