What technology is used in fire detection?

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There are several technologies used in fire detection systems. Some of the most common include:

Ionization Smoke Detectors: These detectors use ionization technology to detect small particles of smoke. They contain a small amount of radioactive material that creates a small electrical current. When smoke enters the detector, it disrupts the electrical current, which triggers the alarm.

Photoelectric Smoke Detectors: These detectors use a beam of light and a photoelectric sensor to detect smoke. When smoke enters the detector, it scatters the light beam, which triggers the alarm.

Heat Detectors: These Heat Detectors detect changes in temperature caused by a fire. There are two main types of heat detectors: fixed temperature detectors, which activate at a specific temperature, and rate-of-rise detectors, which activate when the temperature rises rapidly.

Flame Detectors: These detectors use infrared or ultraviolet technology to detect the presence of a flame. When a flame is detected, the detector triggers the alarm.

Gas Detectors: These detectors detect the presence of combustible gases, such as natural gas or propane, which can indicate a potential fire. When a gas is detected, the detector triggers the alarm.

Fire detection systems may use one or more of these technologies to provide comprehensive fire protection. The specific technology used depends on the type of fire risk and the environment where the system is installed.