Choosing a smoke aerosol can be more time-consuming than you imagine simply because of the plethora of options that are offered today. There are more than just a handful of aerosol smoke testers selling in the stores right now. While scores of them land in the market every few months, not all are up to the mark. That’s why choosing the right one becomes critical to the fulfillment of the purpose of installing them. To begin with, a buyer must focus on the choices available to him or her. Out of those available choices, one needs to figure out one that makes the best investment for detector testing.
We have a variety of smoke aerosols on our catalog all of which are perfect for the general purpose of smoke detector testing and maintenance. Our SOLO A5 aerosol spray and SOLO A10S are excellent detectors formulated to be compatible with a colossal range of smoke detectors out there. SOLO A10S is HFC-free and works where non-flammable stimulants are essential. Both our smoke aerosols are compatible with our SOLO 330 dispenser, which is both handy and flexible to use. Please be advised that our smoke aerosols are not meant for handling without a dispenser. So be sure to put them in a dispenser before using them.
Below are some things to check when buying an aerosol smoke detector tester for your home or office alarm system.
The first and possibly the most important concern about smoke aerosols is safety. There are many products in the market that claim to offer comprehensive testing but only end up damaging the sensors of the detectors. Your priority should be to find a product that does not in any way risk the detector.
Many aerosols contain an active ingredient called siloxane. That is something to stay clear of because it has certain disadvantages. Siloxane, being from the silicone family has a high boiling point that means it requires considerable air movement to clear. Without any wind or breeze, it tends to stick to the surface it falls on and consequently attracts dust and dirt. So, an aerosol smoke spray that does not contain siloxane should be preferred.
Although there is an abundance of smoke aerosols in the market, only a few are approved by detector manufacturers. The SOLO products are one of those. Approved by the manufacturers, these products pose no threat to the sensors or the detecting equipment and are completely safe to use for daily maintenance work.
The best aerosol products are those that stimulate the sensors instantly and trigger a response, regardless of the make or model of the detector. Those are the products that offer failsafe testing and keep detectors working around the year.