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Mains Powered Optical Smoke Alarm with Alkaline Back-up Battery - Aico Ei146e
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The Ei146e mains powered optical smoke alarm from EI Electronics is the upgrade to the Ei146RC detector. The new model features a sleek new design, sealed insect mesh, and automatic dust compensation for improved resistance to false alarms. Full backward compatibility with all devices used with the previous versions, including the Ei1529RC remote control switch and Ei168RC wireless base, means adding it to an existing EI140/160/3000 system or replacing an old alarm is quick, easy, and reliable.
- Power: 230V mains powered with back-up battery
- Backup Battery: 9V alkaline battery (included)
- Warranty: 5 year warranty
- Supplied with Easi-Fit base for quick installation by your electrician
- Alarm head can be used to replace an old Ei146 or Ei146RC model without replacing the base
- All the new technology is in the detector head
- Keep your new base as a spare
- Interlink up to 12 units in a single system via 3 core cable
- Part of the new E Series also featuring the Ei144e heat alarm
- Kitemarked to BS EN 14604: 2005
- Suitable for installations complying with BS 5839-6: 2019 Grade D2
- CE marked
- Hush button for false alarm control
- Separate mains and warning LED indicators
- Supplied with fixings; 2 x screws and 2 x rawl plugs
- This alarm is also suitable for both the Welsh and Scottish updated 2022 legislation
The table below shows all the units that can interlink with the EI140e series.
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
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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 | EI146E |
|---|---|
| Alternative Product Codes | Ei146, Ei146RC, Ei146EK, Ei146e |
| Brand | EI Electronics |
| Back-Up Battery | 9V Alkaline (replaceable) |
| Dimensions (HxDia) | 47 x 148mm |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 40°C |
| Power Consumption | 0.75 Watts |
| Relative Humidity | 15% to 95% |
| Sound Output | 85dB (A) at 3 metres |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
| Weight | 0.35kg |
| Product Datasheets |
Q. What type of electrical cable is required to carry the mains supply and trigger signal for the wired alarms?
A.
For the mains supply of the first unit a 2-core earth cable would be sufficient. For the connection between the alarms a 3-core earth cable would be required
Q. Can I link a CO detector with a Ei140 smoke alarm?
A.
Yes, we recommend the Ei261EN. You should also install a Ei159 locator to allow you to find out if the alarm was triggered by CO gas or by fire.
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. Can I upgrade an existing Ei140 series base with an Ei3000 series alarm?
A.
Yes, the new Ei3000 series is fully backward compatible and will work directly with the the Ei140 series base. Both the power supply and the interlink with any remaining Ei140 alarms will continue to work with your new Ei3000 alarm.
Q. My detector does not have "RC" stated at the end of the code. What does this stand for?
A.
Show All 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.
Pricing & Availability
| Model | Stock | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Product Code: EI146E |
Stock Level:
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Price:
£40.55 inc VAT £33.79 ex VAT |
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Customer Reviews
45 customers have given this product an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5
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All of our product reviews are written by real customers that have purchased this product from us and are published without modification.Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: J C
Easy to fit
Published on: 21st November 2023
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: J M
Replacement is a Upgrade of the existing Mains Powered Optical Smoke Alarm Direct replacement. Very easy to install. Turn of rocker switch at fusebox. Slide old unit off. Slide new unit on. (New base plate was supplied. Should it have been required.
Published on: 17th September 2023
Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
Reviewed by: T S
Great replacement for my existing alarm Fitted the ordinal base plate fine. Safelincs were extremely helpful with selecting the correct alarms to replace my current 10 year old ones. Utilising the existing base plates
Published on: 11th July 2023
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