Kidde®, part of United Technologies, is the largest manufacturer of fire detection devices such as smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, heat detectors, portable fire extinguishers, and ladders. Founded in 1917 by Walter Kidde, the company began in the construction field and then moved into firefighting . This led to the first integrated smoke detection and carbon dioxide extinguishing systems for use on board ships. Then, by 1926, Kidde secured a contract with the US Navy.
Since then, dependable Kidde smoke alarms, heat detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and more products have made homes, offices, and industrial properties much safer. When properly installed and tested, Kidde residential smoke alarms are an affordable way to receive an early warning when a fire begins, protecting you from an out of control blaze that threatens your life, loved ones, safety, and personal property.
Improve Depot is an officially licensed distributor of Kidde smoke alarms, detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and other fire safety products. We offer Kidde smoke and carbon-monoxide combination alarms, as well. Kidde alarms can be hardwired (using available power sources or wiring), battery-powered, or hardwired with a battery back-up for protection even when power is lost.
Other features included on some Kidde detectors include available interconnectivity with other units for greater protection of larger buildings and homes, voice-activated alerts, silence buttons, battery compartment locks, and safety lights. Kidde CO alarms also use proprietary technology for a reliable CO reading. Most importantly, Kidde stands behind its products with a five-year manufacturer's warranty.
An ionization alarm contains a small amount of radioactive material that converts air molecules into positive and negative ions. Upon smoke entering the smoke alarm the ions bond with the smoke reducing the amount of electricity that travels between two metal plates called a circuit. Ionization-sensing alarms are better at detecting fast-moving fire particles that are especially dangerous in sleeping quarters.
A photoelectric type alarm aims a light source into a laser beam. When the smoke particles enter, the light is interrupted, scattered, and is bent down hitting the sensor. Kidde offers both photoelectric and ionization sensing models in its line of smoke alarms. Photoelectric smoke alarms offer increased sensitivity in areas where fires may smolder such as kitchens.
For optimal protection, Kidde recommends both types of smoke alarms placed throughout the home. This is because not all fires start the same and it is best to be prepared for all situations.
DescriptionAbout the Kidde KN-COSM-IBA Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Detector, 120V Hardwired Talking w/Battery Backup (21006377) For complete protec...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i12010SCO is a hardwired combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm. It features a sealed lithium battery back-up for wo...
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Description About The Kidde KA-F Quick Convert Adaptor, Changes Firex to a Kidde Connector The Kidde KA-F Quick Convert Adaptor allows you to inter...
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Description About the Kidde RF-SM-AC Wireless Interconnectable Smoke Alarm Adding Kidde alarm units to an established circuit has never been easie...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KN-COPE-I (21007624) combo smoke and carbon monoxide alarm is a state of the art voice warning smoke detector with battery bac...
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Description About the Kidde SM120X Smoke Alarm Relay Module The Kidde SM120X hardwired smoke alarm relay module offers users the ability to connec...
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Description About the Kidde i12060 120V Hardwired Ionization Smoke Alarm The Kidde i12060 hardwired smoke alarm uses a 120V power source and inclu...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i12040 (6 Pack) is for a 6 pack of hardwired ionization smoke alarms. These alarms provide a dependable warning against potent...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KF7022B is a semi-recessed mount fire extinguisher cabinet by Potter Roemer. This model is designed to be used with a standard...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KF9721C is a surface mount fire extinguisher cabinet by Potter Roemer. This model is designed to be used with a standard 5 lb....
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DescriptionThe Kidde KN-COSM-BA is for a 6-pack of battery powered carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke detectors. These devices use 3 AA batteries each,...
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DescriptionThe Kidde P3010K-CO is a 10-year worry-free combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm specifically designed for use in the kitche...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i12010S is a hardwired 120V smoke alarm. It features a sealed lithium battery back-up for worst case scenarios when power to t...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i9040 Fire Sentry Smoke Alarm, is a battery operated, ionization sensing smoke alarm, features a 4" diameter and low-profile d...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i4618 Firex ionization smoke alarm (21007581) is a 120V AC/DC alarm with a 9V backup battery. Chock full of features, it's com...
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DescriptionThe Kidde 0914E ionization smoke alarm comes with a 5" mounting plate for covering paint rings. Designed with the high-quality technolog...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KN-COB-LP2 is a battery powered carbon monoxide alarm. It features a low battery chirp with hush capabilities as well as a sli...
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DescriptionThe Kidde 9C05-LP2 is a carbon monoxide alarm that contains the right functionality to protect homeowners before hazards have the chance...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i12060 (36 Pack) is for a 36 pack of hardwired ionization smoke alarms. These alarms provide a dependable warning against pote...
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DescriptionThe Kidde i12060 (6 Pack) is for a 6 pack of hardwired ionization smoke alarms. These alarms provide a dependable warning against potent...
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DescriptionThe Kidde P12040 is a 120V powered photoelectric smoke alarm with 9V battery back up. This advanced smoke alarm has the ability to funct...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KN-COB-DP-LS (6 Pack) is for a 6-pack of Nighthawk carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. They plug-in simply into a standard 120V outle...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KF7008B is a semi-recessed mount fire extinguisher cabinet by Potter Roemer. This model is designed to be used with a standard...
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DescriptionThe Kidde KF9732C is a semi-recessed mount fire extinguisher cabinet by Potter Roemer. This model is designed to be used with a standard...
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