Red Smoke Alarms | Photoelectric RF Wireless Smoke Alarm Pro | 10 Year Sealed Lithium Battery
The Red Smoke Alarms R10RFP is a photoelectric smoke alarm powered by a sealed 10-year lithium battery, designed to detect slow-smouldering fires and integrate wirelessly with up to 20 compatible Red alarms. Certified to AS 3786:2014, the R10RFP complies with Queensland 2022 smoke alarm legislation and offers a simple twist-base installation without mains wiring.
Battery-only smoke alarms like the R10RFP solve a real problem in renovations and rental properties where running 240V cable between multiple alarms is impractical or expensive. Homeowners and tradies value the R10RFP for retrofits because it installs in minutes, requires no licensed electrician for mounting, and connects wirelessly to create a full-home safety network. The 120mm diameter is smaller than standard alarms, fitting easily into tight ceiling spaces. Licensed electricians often specify it for properties where hard-wired alarms on other levels need a flexible battery-only option on upper storey renovations.
The dual mesh insect guard on the R10RFP prevents false alarms caused by insects entering the photoelectric sensor chamber—a real pain point in coastal and tropical climates where flying insects trigger nuisance alarms. Once paired, all interconnected alarms sound together if one detects smoke, so residents wake up throughout the house. The test and hush buttons sit on the front face, making monthly testing straightforward without needing a ladder. For maximum convenience, the optional Red RACP wireless wall controller lets licensed electricians install a control point at ground level, so testing, hush, and locate functions work remotely—critical in homes with hard-to-reach ceiling heights.
Features
- 10-year sealed lithium battery — Powered by a 3V sealed lithium battery, no annual battery changes needed; simply install and forget for a decade.
- Photoelectric sensor — Detects slow-smouldering fires quickly, ideal for residential homes where smouldering smoke from bedding and furniture fires is the primary risk.
- RF wireless interconnection — Connects to up to 20 other Red smoke alarms (240V hard-wired and/or 10-year battery units) wirelessly, ensuring comprehensive coverage across all rooms and levels.
- Dual mesh insect guard — Dual-layer insect protection blocks flying insects from entering the sensor chamber, reducing nuisance alarms in coastal and warm climates.
- 120mm twist base — Compact 120mm diameter base twists onto a pre-mounted ceiling or wall bracket, enabling quick installation without electrician involvement for mounting.
- Test and hush button — Large front-facing button allows monthly functionality testing and temporary silencing of nuisance alarms (e.g. cooking smoke) without untwisting the unit.
- AS 3786:2014 certified — Complies with Australian smoke alarm standards and Queensland 2022 legislation requiring photoelectric alarms and interconnection.
- Surface mount only — Designed for ceiling or wall surface mounting; not rated for flush mounting into cavities.
- Single-station operation — Works standalone or as part of an interconnected RF network; not suitable for hard-wired integration without an RF module.
- 10-year warranty — Covered by a full parts and labour warranty from Red Smoke Alarms for 10 years on the first purchaser, 5 years on subsequent purchasers.
- Optional wireless controller — Compatible with the Red RACP wireless wall controller, allowing test, hush, and locate functions from ground level without ladder access.
- No mains wiring required — Battery-only operation means no 240V circuit needed, making retrofits and rental property upgrades fast and cost-effective.
Where to use
- Rental properties and holiday homes — The R10RFP is the most popular choice for holiday rentals and houses with frequent tenant turnover, where no-licence-needed installation, wireless interconnection, and 10-year battery life eliminate annual compliance work.
- Multi-storey house retrofits — Upper-level renovations where running 240V cable between floors is impractical; pair battery R10RFP units on upper storey with hard-wired R240 or R240RC alarms downstairs on a single RF network.
- Owner-occupied homes — Single and double-storey owner-occupied residences where bedrooms are on multiple levels and occupants want one central test/hush point (via optional RACP controller).
- Coastal and tropical climates — The dual mesh insect guard makes the R10RFP especially suited to regions where flying insects commonly trigger false alarms on standard photoelectric alarms.
- New-build homes with high ceilings — Compact 120mm diameter fits tight ceiling spaces in open-plan and cathedral-ceiling homes where standard alarms may look oversized.
- Garages and wet areas alternative — For kitchens, laundries, and garages, use the Red RHA10RF wireless heat alarm instead; it interconnects with the R10RFP on the same RF network, preventing false alarms from cooking and vehicle exhaust.
The R10RFP is not suitable for kitchens, laundries, garages, bathrooms, or any location where cooking fumes, vehicle exhaust, or steam are present. Do not install in non-residential buildings, commercial kitchens, or high-dust industrial areas. The R10RFP is designed for single-occupancy private dwellings only, not multi-unit or commercial properties.
Verified Sparky Direct customer reviews: Red Smoke Alarms R10RFP (R10RFP)
"Easy to set up and install, quick delivery, looks great." — LD
"Good quality product with easy to follow instructions." — Scott
"Very happy with the Red Professional smoke alarms. The ordering and delivery process was seamless." — Ian
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