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HEAT-ACTUATED DEVICE [1 record]

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Record 1 2017-01-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Security Devices
  • Fire Prevention
DEF

A detector that senses heat or rate of rise in temperature and sets off an alarm and/or a fire extinguishing system.

DEF

A sensor that detects the rate of rise in the temperature of an area and signals if it is too rapid.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Prévention des incendies
DEF

Dispositif actionné par la dilatation d'un gaz agissant directement sur une capsule manométrique, destiné à assurer la mise en œuvre automatique de moyens de secours contre l'incendie.

Spanish

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