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Mains Powered Heat Alarm with Alkaline Back-up Battery - Aico Ei144
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Mains powered heat alarm with hush button from Ei, available as a replacement heat alarm detector head or complete with mounting base plate. This is the latest Ei144"RC" detector - now capable of interlinking with the Ei1529RC remote control switch. Ideal for protecting kitchens and garages. The Ei144RC replaces the previous Ei144 model but can still be used to extend and interlink to an existing Ei140 system.
- Power: 230V mains powered with back-up battery
- Backup Battery: 9V alkaline backup battery (included)
- Warranty: 5 year warranty backup
- Available in two versions:
- Ei144RC ionisation smoke alarm with Easi-Fit base for quick installation (for new installations by a qualified electrician)
- Replacement Ei144 heat alarm detector head (supplied without base)
- A maximum of 12 units can be interlinked via 3 core cable
- Other alarms that can be interlinked include:
- Suitable for installations complying to BS 5839-6: 2019 Grade D2
- Kitemarked to BS 5446-2: 2003
- CE Marked
- Low battery LED indicator
- Separate mains and warning LEDs
- Hush button for false alarm control
- Fixed temperature fast response thermistor type sensor, range 54° - 62° C
- Supplied with fixings; 2 x screws and 2 x rawl plugs
- This alarm is also suitable for the updated 2021 Scottish legislation for fire alarms in homes
Please Note: The simple installation process of the easichange replacement kit negates the need of an electrician.
The table below shows all the units that can interlink with the EI140 series.
Smoke and Heat Alarms
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Model Number
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Type of Unit
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Type of Interlink
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| 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
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Model Number
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Type of unit
|
Type of interlink
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| 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
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Model Number
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Type of unit
|
Type of interlink
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| 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 |
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| Brand | EI Electronics | ||||
| Back-Up Battery | 9V Alkaline |
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| Dimensions (HxDia) | 50x142mm |
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| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
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| Relative Humidity | 15% to 95% |
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| Sound Output | 85dB |
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| Warranty | 5 Years |
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| Weight | Ei144EK: kg Ei144RC: 0.281kg |
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| Product Datasheets |
Q. For mains powered Aico smoke and heat alarms, when the electricity supply fails and the back up battery takes over, please can you tell me how long the battery will last in this situation?
A.
For mains powered Aico alarms with a new, fully charged lithium back up battery, the battery would last approx. 3-6 months without a mains supply. For mains powered Aico alarms with a standard alkaline back up battery, the battery would last up to a year without mains supply. If the alarm has been installed with an Ei168RC radio frequency base, please note that the Ei168RC back up battery would last approx 2 months if the power fails.
Q. My detector does not have "RC" stated at the end of the code. What does this stand for?
A.
The RC just refers to "Remote Control" as the unit can be fitted to a radio-frequency base for interconnection. The model hasn't changed but the manufacturers changed the product code slightly in reference to this.
Q. Can I upgrade an existing Ei140 series base with a Ei160 series smoke alarm?
A.
Yes, the bases for the Ei140 and Ei160 series are identical units and are interchangeable.
Q. How do you wire in the Ei140/Ei160 series of smoke alarms?
A.
To wire the units correctly you would use 2 core and earth cable to the first unit and 3 core and earth to the interconnected units. The alarms do not have to be earthed but a brass screw connector is provided so that the earth can be safety terminated.
Q. How do you change the batteries in the Ei smoke alarms?
A.
Show All On the side of the smoke alarm locate the removal slot. This is directly above the arrow shown on the smoke alarm face, insert a flat bladed screw driver horizontally approximately 1cm into the removal slot, this will release the fire alarm lock and enable you to push the alarm away from you and will disconnect the alarm from the base plate. This should now expose the battery connected to the alarm enabling you to change the battery. T
Pricing & Availability
| Model | Stock | Price |
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Ei144RC Heat Alarm (Detector + Base) Product Code: Ei144RC |
Stock Level:
More than 20 in stock Expected dispatch: Today
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Price:
£35.51 inc VAT £29.59 ex VAT |
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Ei144EK Replacement Kit (Detector Only) Product Code: Ei144EK |
Stock Level:
More than 20 in stock Expected dispatch: Today
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Price:
£35.51 inc VAT £29.59 ex VAT |
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Customer Reviews
33 customers have given this product an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5
Reviews by real customers
All of our product reviews are written by real customers that have purchased this product from us and are published without modification.Rating: 4 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: S M
Easy installation, 5 minutes!
Published on: 20th September 2019
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: D K
Easy to fit and worked immediately
Published on: 24th April 2019
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: S M
Does the job.
Published on: 11th April 2019
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: E P
easy fit
Published on: 28th August 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: A L
Arrived on time. Easy to fit. Was a replacement for an old one that was past it's replacement date.
Published on: 12th April 2018
Rating: 4 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: P M
So far so good Replacing faulty similar model so fingers crossed
Published on: 9th April 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: M D
Again, just what I wanted
Published on: 10th March 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: D K
As above installed and working all good so far
Published on: 15th January 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: P S
Easy to fit with no issues.
Published on: 11th January 2018
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: P L
Good value product that was easy to install.
Published on: 20th August 2017
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