Honeywell Launches New PIR and DUAL TEC Motion Detection Sensors

Product in a nutshell: The IS312 and IS312B are the latest sensors from the IS3000 and DT8000 series of hardwired sensors.

Combining microwave and PIR to distinguish between real intruders and false alarms DUAL TEC sensors were pioneered by Honeywell more than 30 years ago.

Verticals/sectors: From the most basic residential to the most complex commercial application. Range includes another seven sensors for a range of sectors and environments. The IS312 and IS312B delivered excellent performance in warehouses and factories heated to 35° C when field-tested

Features:

• Advanced mirror optics: Provides superior accuracy at lower energy thresholds for better detection and fewer false alarms
• Temperature detection: Delivers 25% better detection range than leading competitors in high-temperature environments, says Honeywell
• Pet immunity: Can reliably distinguish between human intruders and dogs weighing up to 45kg – reducing false alarms without compromising catch detection
• Sustained compliant anti-masking: Provides superior protection against intruders attempting to block the field of view with sprays or liquids, making it excellent for high-risk commercial settings like banks and jewelry stores
• White light immunity: A patented black bug guard and advanced optics provide 6,500 lux of white light immunity, reducing false alarms caused by lights, flashlights or reflective objects

For installers: Honeywell’s exclusive Snap & Set installation technology saves installers time and money through faster, easier installs, according to Honeywell.

• Snap-open case: Two-piece ergonomic enclosure requires no special tools to open
• Snap-in Place Screw Retention: Patented, low-profile inserts nested in the rear cover secure screws in place, letting installers keep hands free to level and mount the device
• Snap-in Wiring Terminal: Enables a seamless connection and speeds up wiring time
• Snap Walk Test: Triggers walk test mode with the flick of a flashlight, reducing the number of trips to the sensor and the ladder during installation
• Snap and Select End-of-Line (EOL) Resistors: Auto-calibrates the required resistor value with the flip of a switch, eliminates splicing and crimping

“We know that time is money, and our Snap & Set installation technology can save installers both,” says Honeywell Security product line leader Farshid Ossareh.

“From a warm-up period of less than a minute to features that reduce time on the ladder and make wiring and mounting a snap, everything has been designed to make installations faster and easier.”

Compatibility: Compatible with the industry’s leading security panels.

• IS312 and IS312B PIRs: These new sensors are designed as an entry level solution for residential environments
• IS3012 PIRs and DT8012 DUAL TEC: Well suited for residential environments
• IS3016 PIR and DT8016 DUAL TEC: Ideal for small commercial and larger, high-end luxury homes requiring a higher grade of security
• DT8016M DUAL TEC with Mirror Optics: Suitable for commercial settings such as storage facilities, warehouses and other harsh environments
• IS3016A PIR and DT8016A DUAL TEC with Anti-Masking and Mirror Optics: Excellent for high-security commercial environments where masking and false alarm immunity are a concern, such as museums, banks and jewelry stores

Manufacturer says: “These are the best performing indoor hardwired sensors we’ve ever built, with significant advancements that represent a real evolution in motion detection technology,” says Farshid Ossareh.

“We’ve incorporated world-class mirror optics in select models that provide more accurate detection, enhanced anti-masking capabilities, more robust pet immunity, better high temperature performance and more. They provide the security professional with outstanding options for protecting any home or business.”

“We’ve built upon decades of innovation to design the IS3000 and DT8000 Series—resulting in a line that offers best-in-class performance and installation features that save time, money and deliver a great out-of-the-box experience,” explained Farshid Ossareh.

About the manufacturer: Honeywell is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; turbochargers; and performance materials.

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