The use of flame detectors is needed in detecting fires so that quick action can be taken to extinguish the fire. Not only that, the importance of using flame detectors includes several other things such as early detectors to security improvements.
This article will inform you about the flame detector from its definition, how it works, functions, and regulations in Indonesia.
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What is a Flame Detector?
A flame detector is a device specifically designed to recognize the presence of flame. Often integrated into fire alarm systems, they play a crucial role in providing the earliest possible warning.
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Flame detection is done through the identification of the ultraviolet or infrared radiation it emits, or by analyzing the visual characteristics of the flame itself.
How Flame Detector Works
Flame detectors or fire detectors work by detecting ultraviolet (UV) or infrared (IR) radiation emitted by fire. Here are the details of how a flame detector works:
- Radiation detection: This device are equipped with sensors that are sensitive to IR radiation and UV radiation emitted by fire.
- Signal processing: The sensor captures the radiation signals emitted by the fire and is processed by electronic devices in the device.
- Alarm Triggering: If radiation is detected according to the characteristics of a fire, the device will trigger an alarm in the form of a warning sound, indicator light, or even activation of an automatic fire extinguishing system.
The Functions of Flame Detector
Flame detectors have many functions from early detection to fire prevention and increased security. The following is a further explanation regarding the main function of the device:
1. Early detector
One of the main functions of this device is their early detection capabilities. Early signs of fire, such as an increase in temperature or smoke, even before a fire is visible can be detected early to avoid larger fires.
2. Fire prevention
With its ability to detect fires early, of course, fires can be prevented with appropriate countermeasures, such as evacuation or fire extinguishing, which can be done before the fire spreads.
3. Security improvements
Another main function of this device is to increase security. Early detection and helping prevent fires of course also increases security in various environments, such as factories, warehouses, or facilities that have a high risk of fire.
Flame Detector Regulations in Indonesia
The flame detector uses communication technologies such as LoRaWAN that operate within a specific frequency spectrum. In Indonesia, any LoRaWAN-based wireless device is required to have DJID (Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure) under the Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI).
Flame detector regulations are based on KEPMEN No. 5 Tahun 2024, which requires all LoRaWAN-based devices to meet specific technical standards before being sold in the country.
The DJID certification ensures that the product meets government safety and quality regulations and does not interfere with other communication devices. The certification process involves technical testing, such as frequency adjustments, safety checks, and compatibility with the surrounding environment.
Once the tests are completed, products that pass are listed in a Test Result Report, which confirms that the product is safe and ready for sale in Indonesia. This report reassures customers that the product meets technical standards and is secure.
For companies wanting to sell flame detectors in Indonesia, Type Approval Certification Services for ICT Products are available to assist with this process. This service includes preparing technical and legal documents, conducting required testing, ensuring compliance with regulations, helping companies streamline the certification process, and giving consumers confidence in certified products.
