Filters for Smoke Detectors
Metal Mesh for Safe, Maintenance-Free Smoke Detection Systems
Technical stainless steel meshes from GKD provide long-lasting, reliable protection for the sensors in optical smoke detectors – even in high-risk or heavily polluted environments. The metal mesh allows smoke particles to pass while reliably blocking dust, insects, and other foreign matter that can cause false alarms. Unlike plastic filters, GKD’s stainless steel mesh offers consistently high filtration performance throughout its service life – without outgassing, material fatigue, or maintenance.
Thanks to high dimensional stability, precise pore definition, and OEM-compliant fabrication, these filter media can be seamlessly integrated into automated mass production. The stainless steel filters comply with relevant standards such as EN 54-7 and significantly reduce false alarms – for increased operational safety and end-user confidence.
Use of Metal Mesh in Various Types of Smoke Detectors
- Photoelectric Detectors: Keeps particles out, lets smoke in
- Ionization Detectors: Electromagnetic shielding, reduces false alarms
- Combination Detectors (Optical + Temperature/CO): Housing shield for all sensors (smoke and gas)
- Duct Smoke Detectors: Prevents fiber intrusion into the measurement chamber
- Aspirating Smoke Detectors (ASD): Washable, long service life in dusty environments
Benefits
- Reliable Particle Protection: Effectively filters dust, insects, and foreign objects – without impairing smoke permeability
- False Alarm Reduction: Proven to reduce false alarms by over 60% under typical stress conditions
- Durable & Maintenance-Free: No material wear, aging, or replacement intervals required
- OEM-Optimized Processing: Deep-drawable, punchable, laser-cuttable – ideal for automated production
- Non-Flammable & Chemically Stable: Stainless steel meets the highest safety and material standards
- Certified Quality: Mass production according to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
- Consistent Availability: Suitable for high-volume production with reliable delivery
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