Mains Powered Combined Optical Smoke and Heat Alarm with Lithium Backup - Ei3024

Product Overview

Fitted with both optical and heat sensors to provide total fire coverage, the Ei3024 mains powered, multi-sensor alarm offers wired interlink with up to 12 compatible devices. Intelligent software allows the alarm to detect all fire types making it much more effective than a traditional single sensor alarm. Fitted with a lithium back-up battery in the event of a mains failure, the Ei3024 contains AudioLINK technology, allowing you to extract real time data from the alarm directly to your smart phone. Also compatible with the Ei3000MRF module which allows for radio-interlinking between compatible devices.

Power: 230V mains powered with back-up battery
Backup Battery: Re-chargeable lithium battery
Warranty: 5 year warranty
Suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, landings and dining rooms (not suitable for kitchens or garages)
Available in Optical, Heat, Carbon Monoxide and Heat & Carbon Monoxide
Contains both optical and heat sensors for a total fire response
Unique self-monitoring mechanism to compensate for dust build-up
CE and Kitemarked to BS EN 14604:2005 and BS 5446-2:2003
AudioLINK allows you to extract real time data from the alarm to your smart phone
Suitable for installations needing to comply with BS 5839-6: 2013 Grade D, E and F
Hardwire interlink with up to 12 compatible devices including Ei140, Ei160e and Ei2110e alarms
SmartLINK compatible when used with the Ei3000MRF module for radio-interlinking
Supplied with an Easi-fit baseplate
Memory feature - easy to identify an alarm that has previously sounded
Test/Silence button

Please Note: The Ei3000MRF SmartLINK module for radio-interlinking is sold separately.

Interlink

The tables below show all the products that can interlink with the Ei3024.

More products may be compatible when installed in conjunction with the Ei3000MRF SmartLINK module. Please see the Ei3024RF bundle for further information.

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:-

Wiring Mains Powered Alarms

Technical Data

This is the technical data for the Mains Powered Combined Optical Smoke and Heat Alarm with Lithium Backup - Ei3024.

Product Code	EI3024
Weight	0.41kg
Back-Up Battery	10 year sealed lithium
Sound Output	85dB at 3m
Temperature Range	0°C to 40°C
Humidity Range	15% to 95% Relative Humidity
Dimensions (HxDia)	66x150mm

Product Datasheets

The following datasheets are available for this product.

FAQs (10)

Q. What smoke alarm should I use in a bedroom with an en suite bathroom?

A. It is usually recommended to install an optical smoke alarm in a bedroom. This is because optical smoke alarms are slightly quicker at detecting slow smouldering fires that can originate from upholstery type materials and over-heated wiring. Also, an optical smoke alarm would be less likely to sound a false alarm than an ionisation would, if steam/water droplets were present from the bathroom. Detectors should be installed as central to the room as possible; however for your application I would also consider the position of the en suite to make sure that the detector is not in the direct path of the joining door. This is just to try and avoid the chances of a false alarm. No detector is designed for use in bathroom areas.

Q. How do I safely dispose of my old smoke alarms?

A. Safelincs is signed up to Valpak's WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Distributor Take-Back Scheme (Registration ID: 7370). Private households can therefore drop off their electronic and electrical fire safety waste at their municipal recycling centre when they are purchasing new products from us. To find your nearest recycling centre, please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk.

Q. Can the mains powered smoke alarm range be connected to mains power via the lighting circuit?

A. Yes, hard-wired mains powered alarms can be wired to the unswitched live feed of the nearest frequently used lighting circuit.

Q. How long do the batteries last in smoke alarms?

The 9V alkaline batteries last 12-18 months. Lithium batteries will usually last 5x longer than their alkaline counterparts, achieving around 5 years lifetime. Some lithium cells are also rechargeable, and when used in a mains-powered alarm may last for the entire functional lifespan of the alarm. Newer alarm models may also feature a "sealed" lithium battery. These batteries are specialist components which are designed to not be removed or need replacing by the user, and have been tested by the alarm manufacturer to ensure they last for the lifetime of the alarm.

Please Note: the actual lifetime of your batteries depends on how often the alarms are tested or activated, as sounding the alarm draws more power than when the alarms are "waiting" to detect fire. You should also read your alarm's manual to make sure you only use the recommended types and brands of batteries, as failing to follow these instructions may cause the alarm to malfunction, not alerting you in the event of a fire, and might also invalidate the warranty.

Q. When the test button is pressed on an interlinking smoke alarm will this cause all the other units to go off, too?

A. Yes, by pressing the test button on one alarm all the units in that family will also be activated. To 'teach' the units which other smoke alarms belong to the same family, the smoke alarms have to be set up together during the installation. This is done by pressing a 'housecoding button' or similar process.

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