Hochiki DRD-E User Manual
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DRD-E Flame Detector Installation Manual
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Fig 2 : Spectrum of white gas flame
The pyroelectric device fitted within the DRD-E detector, can detect CO2 formation during combustion
through an optical filter. The output is amplified from 2 to 15 Hz. The DRD-E detector will then make a fire
decision using an AC-DC converter, comparator, and capacitor. It will then send an alarm signal to the fire
panel via a switching circuit.