When you move into or buy a new home, no one hands you a guide to how the smoke detectors work. They "chirp," which really means shriek loudly, and you occasionally have to put new batteries in them.

Worcester, Mass. — Allegro MicroSystems Inc. has introduced a new low-current BiCMOS photoelectric smoke detector circuit with a low standby current allowing an average 10-year battery life. Allegro’s ...

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The best smoke detectors are a necessity for every home, quickly detecting fire, smoke, and carbon monoxide to alert you to potential danger. As a residential carpenter, I've installed plenty of ...