We have put together a range of intruder alarm kits. Some kits provide a complete solution with everything you need for an entire system while some kits form the basis of a system which allows you to tailor it to your needs.
The alarm control panel is the brain of the system. The control panel receives alarm signals from movement detectors and other devices and sends out activation signals to a sounder, dialler or communicator to alert others of an alarm activation.
Control keypads allow users to set and unset the system as well as allowing programming access for installation engineers. PROX keypads allow systems to be set and unset simply by waving a keyfob in front of the keypad.
Speech diallers allow the alarm system to contact phone numbers of your choice while digital communicators can contact an external alarm receiving centre who may be able to contact the police directly upon alarm activation.
There are 3 main types of movement detectors; Passive Infra-Red detectors are suitable for most internal applications, quad detectors also work on IR but are more difficult to trigger while dual techs use IR as well as microwave radiation to trigger.
Door contacts have two parts, 1 is attached to the door and the other to the frame. When the door opens, the circuit breaks and the device sends a signal to the panel. Shock sensors monitor windows for vibration and glass breaks detect the sound of breaking glass.
Detectors that monitor for smoke, heat rise or carbon monoxide and send an activation to the panel should they be detected. The advantage with these units over conventional smoke detectors is that the alarm system can inform you if you are not on the premises.
Sounders alert you or your neighbours that your alarm system has been activated. Sounders are available in many different shapes and sizes. Some sounders have a tamper circuit which will activate the alarm if they are removed from the wall.
Most intruder alarm control panels have a facility for battery connection. A battery will allow the alarm to keep functioning for a time when mains power is lost. How long the battery lasts depends upon the size of the system and the current of the battery.
Cable allows detectors and other equipment to be connected back to the alarm panel. Most standard alarm systems will use 6 core cable (6 strands of cable in 1 sheathing). Detectors and sounders generally get their power from the alarm panel via the cable.
Smoke screen protection offers an excellent solution against robbery. Once the system is activated it will fill the area with a thick non-toxic smoke which will reduce visibility to less than a couple of centimetres. Can't see it? Cant steal it.
Wireless equipment allows you to install a full alarm system without the hassle of wiring. Perfect for short term installations, or where you have a very short time to install the system. Wireless alarm systems can be up and running within an hour.
