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Detector selection is about what the space does when nothing is burning. EN 54-7 covers point smoke detectors working by scattered light, transmitted light or ionisation, and the sensing principle decides where each belongs: optical types respond well to the smouldering smoke of electrical fires, while environments with steam, dust or vehicle exhaust generate false alarms that get a system disabled by the people it protects. In the Gulf the dust load is the recurring problem. State what is normally in the air, not only what might burn.
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| Sensing principle | Optical scattered light, ionisation, or multi-sensor |
|---|---|
| Standard required | EN 54-7, or NFPA 72 with UL 268 listing |
| Panel compatibility | Conventional, or the addressable protocol of the installed panel |
| Normal air conditions | Dust, steam, exhaust fumes, humidity — the false-alarm drivers |
| Mounting height | Ceiling height affects detector choice and spacing |
| Environment | Air-conditioned interior, warehouse, plant room, or outdoor-adjacent |
| Base type | Standard, relay, sounder or isolator base |
| IP rating | Where dust or moisture ingress is expected |
| Remote indicator | For detectors above ceilings or in concealed voids |
| Aspirating alternative | State if very early warning detection is required instead |
| Local approval | State if Saudi Civil Defence approval is required |
| Quantity | Units per type, plus bases and spares |
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