Single Application Testers
We pride ourselves on offering a wide product range, with specialist solutions for testing all types of fire detectors. Our range of single application testers provide standalone solutions for testing smoke, heat, and CO fire detectors. Entry level products start with our SmokeSabre smoke detector tester, a hand-held smoke detector tester aerosol which is great for occasional use or as a backup to other test equipment.
Our Solo range of testers offers solutions for smoke, heat, and CO detector testing. A suite of head-units exists which, when fitted to a Solo access pole, enable testing of detectors at heights up to 9 metres. The Solo A5 and Solo A10 smoke aerosols remain the most widely used solutions worldwide for testing smoke detectors, however the arrival of Solo 365 – a smoke cartridge based tester is rising in popularity as the industry looks for alternatives to smoke aerosols.
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Aero 400 is a specially formulated smoke aerosol that helps measure smoke detector sensitivty. It is designed exclusively for use in the Trutest 801 sensitivty tester.
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A simple to use hand-held smoke aerosol, SmokeSabre provides a fast and effective method for testing smoke detectors. Perfect for occasional use and as backup for Solo & Testifire kits.
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Part of the original Solo range, the Solo 330 is an aerosol dispenser which, when paired with the Solo smoke aerosol, allows for simple testing of smoke detectors. It can also be used with Solo C3 to carry out functional testing of CO detectors.
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A larger version of the Solo 330, the Solo 332 enables compatibility with larger fire detectors and also domestic smoke alarms.
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Solo A10 is a smaller version of the popular non-flammable Solo smoke test aerosol. Solo A10 is designed specially for use with the Solo 330 and Solo 332 dispensers.
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Solo A10s is the industry's most popular non-flammable smoke test aerosol. The aerosol is designed specifically for use within the Solo 330 and Solo 332 dispensers.
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The industry's most popular smoke test aerosol, Solo A5 is specially formulated for use in the Solo 330 and Solo 332 dispensers.
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Solo C3 enables functional testing of carbon monoxide fire detectors. The aerosol is designed specifically for use within the Solo 330 and Solo 332 dispensers.
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Solo C6 is a hand-held aerosol used to carry out functional testing of domestic carbon monoxide life safety alarms.
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Single Application Testers FAQs
How often do heat detectors need to be tested?
The frequency of testing commercial heat detectors is recommended by national and regional standards, typically expressed as a maximum interval. In environments that are dirty, dusty, or corrosive the testing interval may be significantly reduced. Typically, functional testing is recommended every six months but should at least be annually.
What is the legislation for fire alarm testing in the UK?
In the UK, fire alarm testing is governed by various regulations, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and British Standard BS 5839. These standards mandate regular testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems to ensure compliance and enhance fire safety measures.
Is weekly fire alarm testing a legal requirement in the UK?
Yes, weekly fire alarm testing is a legal requirement in the UK under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This requires weekly testing of fire alarms in commercial premises, the tests should adhere to guidelines set out in BS5839.
How do you use a Solo smoke detector tester?
With the Solo smoke aerosol installed in the dispenser (Solo 330) raise the tester so the detector sits within the test cup, press up against the ceiling for a max of 1 second to release the smoke stimulus, wait for detector to activate and verify the detector response.