{"product_id":"hochiki-wireless-heat-detector-ek-wl8-h","title":"Hochiki Ekho Wireless Heat Detector, Class A1R, EK-WL8-H","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hochiki EK-WL8-H is a wireless heat detector for fire systems using Ekho Translator and Expander modules, in installations where smoke detection technology is not suitable. It suits installers adding detection without new cable runs. It is class A1R, approved to EN54-5 and 25, with up to 10 years battery life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks where smoke sensing does not – designed for installations where smoke detection technology is not suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo loop cable to the head – bi-directional wireless communications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong gaps between battery changes – up to 10 years primary battery life, dependant on operational usage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to test – an in-built magnet test allows easy activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarder to interfere with – tamper switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadio that adjusts itself – self-optimising wireless amplitude and frequency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for the job – approved to EN54-5 and 25, and RED compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor installers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: dual 3V lithium batteries, 1 x Primacy cell (CR123A) and 1 x Secondary cell (CR2032A).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: designed for use with Ekho Translator and Expander modules. It works through those modules, such as the EK-WL8-TRH for a Hochiki ESP loop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandards: BS EN 54-5 Heat Point Detectors and BS EN54-25 Components using radio links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabling: no signal cable to this sensor. Communication range in open air is 1200 m on 866 - 870 MHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"product-description-title\"\u003eDoes this heat detector work on its own?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is designed for use with Ekho Translator and Expander modules, and these link the sensor to the fire system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"product-description-title\"\u003eWhat batteries does it take?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne CR123A Primacy cell and one CR2032A Secondary cell, both 3V lithium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"product-description-title\"\u003eHow long do the batteries last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 10 years for the primary, dependant on operational usage. The secondary cell is rated at 3 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"product-description-title\"\u003eWhat does class A1R mean here?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the heat class of this sensor: Class A1R, 58 °C max.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"product-description-title\"\u003eHow is it tested?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the in-built magnet test. It allows easy activation to check that it responds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"product-description-title\"\u003eWhat temperature can it run in?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 10 °C to + 55 °C, with humidity up to 95% RH non condensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hochiki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57711444001141,"sku":"EK-WL8-H","price":124.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/1216\/0612\/files\/hochiki-ek-wl8-h-wireless-heat-detector-underside-view.png?v=1793629287","url":"https:\/\/wmestore.co.uk\/products\/hochiki-wireless-heat-detector-ek-wl8-h","provider":"WME","version":"1.0","type":"link"}