The Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P is an intelligent duct smoke detector designed to detect smoke within HVAC duct systems and prevent the spread of smoke throughout a building. The Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P utilizes advanced photoelectric sensing technology to monitor airflow in supply and return ducts, providing early warning of smoke conditions before contaminants can be distributed through occupied spaces. Therefore, it serves as a critical component in commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and institutional fire alarm systems.
Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P Function
The SSU-SL-2000-P continuously samples air flowing through HVAC ducts and analyzes it for the presence of smoke particles. As a result, smoke conditions can be detected quickly, allowing air handling equipment to be shut down and smoke migration to be minimized. In addition, the detector can transmit alarm and trouble signals to a compatible fire alarm control panel for immediate response.
Advanced Photoelectric Smoke Detection
The Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P utilizes photoelectric smoke sensing technology designed to detect visible combustion particles associated with smoldering and developing fires. Consequently, the detector provides dependable early warning while helping reduce nuisance alarms. Furthermore, photoelectric sensing offers excellent performance in HVAC monitoring applications.
HVAC System Smoke Monitoring
The detector is specifically designed for installation within heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Therefore, it continuously monitors airflow passing through supply and return ducts. Additionally, HVAC monitoring helps prevent smoke from being distributed throughout multiple building areas during a fire event.
Air Sampling Tube Technology
The SSU-SL-2000-P utilizes sampling and exhaust tubes that direct a representative air sample through the sensing chamber. As a result, the detector can accurately monitor smoke levels across a wide range of duct sizes and airflow conditions. Moreover, the air sampling design supports reliable performance in commercial HVAC applications.
HVAC Shutdown Capability
When connected to approved control equipment, the detector can initiate HVAC shutdown functions upon alarm activation. Consequently, smoke spread through ductwork can be significantly reduced. Furthermore, shutdown capability helps facilities comply with building and fire code requirements.
Clear Status Indication
The detector includes LED status indicators that provide visual confirmation of normal operation, alarm conditions, and maintenance requirements. Therefore, technicians can quickly verify detector status during inspections, testing, and troubleshooting. Additionally, visual indicators simplify maintenance procedures.
Remote Test and Monitoring Support
The SSU-SL-2000-P supports compatible remote test and annunciator accessories that allow detector monitoring and testing from convenient locations. As a result, routine inspections can be completed without direct access to HVAC equipment. Furthermore, remote accessories improve maintenance efficiency and system accessibility.
Typical Applications
The Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P is commonly installed in:
- Air handling units
- Supply air ducts
- Return air ducts
- Commercial HVAC systems
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Educational campuses
- Office buildings
- Industrial facilities
- Government buildings
- Retail centers
Consequently, it provides dependable smoke monitoring wherever HVAC systems require fire alarm protection.
Technical Specifications
- Model: SSU-SL-2000-P
- Manufacturer: Space Age Electronics
- Series: SL-2000
- Type: Intelligent Duct Smoke Detector
- Detection Method: Photoelectric Smoke Sensing
- Application: HVAC Duct Monitoring
- Air Sampling Method: Sampling and Exhaust Tubes
- Installation Location:
- Supply Ducts
- Return Ducts
- Status Indicators: LED Visual Indicators
- Remote Testing Capability: Yes
- HVAC Shutdown Capability: Yes
- Mounting: Duct Surface Mount
- Environment: Indoor HVAC Applications
- Compatible Systems:
- Fire Alarm Control Panels
- Building Automation Systems
- HVAC Control Systems
- Application: Commercial and Industrial Fire Protection
- Listings: UL Listed for Duct Smoke Detection Applications
Applications
The Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P is ideal for:
- HVAC smoke detection
- Air handling unit monitoring
- Commercial buildings
- Educational facilities
- Healthcare facilities
- Government buildings
- Industrial facilities
- Warehouses
- Retail centers
- Fire alarm retrofit projects
- New construction HVAC systems
Reliable HVAC Smoke Detection Solution
The Space Age SSU-SL-2000-P Intelligent Duct Smoke Detector combines advanced photoelectric sensing, HVAC monitoring capability, air sampling technology, remote testing support, and HVAC shutdown functionality in a dependable smoke detection platform. Overall, it provides reliable early warning of smoke conditions within air handling systems while helping prevent smoke migration and supporting life safety system performance.



