Fire Detector Selector
Smoke, heat, carbon-monoxide, gas or flame? The right detector depends on the space and what can burn or leak there. Pick a space and its hazards and get the detector type(s) to consider — with the one placement rule that matters most for each. A guide to plan with, not a substitute for a licensed fire-alarm system where the law requires one. Runs in your browser.
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