Kidde i12010SCO Hardwired Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm
- Smoke and CO in one unit, ionization plus electrochemical sensors
- 10-year sealed lithium backup, no battery replacement
- 85 dB at 10 feet, voice announces Fire or Carbon monoxide
- Up to 24 Kidde devices interconnected, 18 initiating
- Hush for about 9 minutes, only in alarm mode
- 40 to 100 F operating range, 10%-85% RH non-condensing
- Works with Kidde, FireX, Code One, Sentinel
Updated 15 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hardwired combination alarm that covers fire and carbon monoxide with spoken warnings and a sealed backup battery. It needs an existing alarm circuit, and its service life is fixed by that sealed battery.
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ASIN: B00XABHHTSModel: i12010SCOCategory: Combination Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Overview
Not a battery only plug-in unit, the Kidde i12010SCO wires into household power and holds a sealed lithium battery as backup. An ionization smoke sensor and an electrochemical CO sensor share data, adjusting smoke sensitivity to separate real fires from nuisance smoke.
Spoken alerts that name fire or carbon monoxide take the guesswork out of a middle of the night alarm. Wiring is required, and the sealed battery cannot be swapped, so the alarm is retired as a unit at the end of its rated life.
Who it's for
Suited to replacing older hardwired alarms in a Kidde, FireX, Code One or Sentinel system where both fire and CO warnings matter. Homes without alarm wiring need a battery powered model instead.
Pros and cons
- Voice names fire or carbon monoxide
- Sealed battery deters removal or tampering
- Sensors share data to cut nuisance alarms
- Peak level memory reports past CO
- Requires a hardwired circuit
- Sealed battery cannot be replaced
- Supply voltage not listed
- Hush works only during an active alarm
Performance notes
Detection relies on two chambers working together: the ionization sensor reacts to small flaming fire particles, and the electrochemical cell reads carbon monoxide. When one senses a hazard it adjusts the other's sensitivity, which is how the alarm separates nuisance smoke from a real fire. Placement matters too, since the unit is rated only for non-condensing humidity, which rules out steamy spots.
Specifications
| Brand | Kidde |
|---|---|
| Model | i12010SCO |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.75 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Upper Temperature Rating | 100 °F |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Up to 24 Kidde devices (of which 18 can be initiating) |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Sensor Type | Electrochemical |
| Alarm | Audible |
| Operating Humidity | 85 percent |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Product Style | Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm |
| Builtin Media | Kidde Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Detector Alarm With Voice Warning / Hardwired w/10 Year Lithium Battery Backup / Interconnectable / Model # i12010SCO |
| Mfr Part Number | 21010408-N |
| Item Type Name | Kidde Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Detector Alarm With Voice Warning / Hardwired w/10 Year Lithium Battery Backup / Interconnectable / Model # i12010SCO |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Kidde i12010SCO come with a battery?
Yes. A lithium battery is sealed inside for backup and needs no replacement over the 10 year life of the alarm. The listing does not detail other box contents such as a mounting bracket or wiring harness, so confirm those before installation day.
Does the Kidde i12010SCO plug into an outlet?
No. It is a hardwired alarm that wires into household power, and the sealed battery is backup only.
What does peak level memory do on the Kidde i12010SCO?
If the alarm has detected CO at 100ppm or higher since its last reset, it announces that carbon monoxide was previously detected.
How do I know the Kidde i12010SCO is running on battery?
It flashes once every 60 seconds to show battery only mode.