BRADENTON, Fla. — Kidde Commercial today introduces the MiniLaser aspirating smoke detector, a single-zone solution “designed to address a critical gap in fire protection coverage,” according to the company announcement.
Building on ModuLaser technology, MiniLaser “pairs advanced diagnostics and flexible configuration options to deliver a reliable, highly sensitive detection solution that is technician-friendly and cost-effective,” the announcement says.
MiniLaser “addresses a persistently underserved single-zone market that has traditionally faced difficult tradeoffs between cost, reliability and ease of use,” according to the Kidde Commercial announcement. “Because it is engineered specifically for these environments, MiniLaser eliminates those tradeoffs and delivers a cost-effective, reliable solution that is easy for technicians to install and service.”
“Traditional single-zone aspirating smoke detection solutions force users to choose between cost, reliability and ease of use,” says Wally Ortiz, global product management director at Kidde Commercial, in the company announcement. “MiniLaser rejects those compromises by adapting proven ModuLaser technology to a system designed specifically for critical applications in smaller spaces.”
What Does the Kidde Commercial MiniLaser Do?
Using laser-based, forward-scattering optical detection, MiniLaser “identifies minute particles associated with incipient fires to accurately initiate early intervention,” according to the Kidde Commercial announcement.
Integrated ClassiFire AI technology “continuously adapts detection sensitivity based on environmental conditions, minimizing false positives and nuisance alarms while delivering reliable long-term performance in challenging environments,” the announcement says.
“Every aspect of MiniLaser is engineered to simplify installation, configuration and service,” according to the company announcement. “To simplify and streamline commissioning, a DIP (dual in-line package) switch interface enables setup without tools or laptops, while front-accessible terminals allow faster wiring and live maintenance. Flexible installation options support faster setup and reduce labor costs.”
The pre-engineered pipe layouts “simplify the system design process by eliminating the need for costly, time-consuming custom pipe network engineering,” according to the Kidde Commercial announcement. With support for pipe runs up to 400 feet and as many as 25 holes in its standard configurations, users “can move from design to installation faster while maintaining flexibility.”
This approach “helps reduce overall project costs by nearly 30 percent compared to other UL 268 7th Edition listed aspirating smoke detectors,” the company announcement says. The PipeCAD software “now supports MiniLaser when more complex designs are essential.” Additionally, the secure quick-fit adapter system “makes pipe connections fast and straightforward, allowing for easy installation, removal, and maintenance.”
MiniLaser “reduces lifecycle service disruptions and costs with a suite of features that enhance reliability and performance,” according to the Kidde Commercial announcement. The waste-gate airflow architecture and multi-layer internal dust filter “keep the system clean, extend maintenance intervals, and reduce maintenance needs and operational costs over the product’s lifetime.”
The MiniLaser is UL 268 7th Edition and ULC S529 listed and is backed by a five-year warranty.
