What is the difference between a smoke alarm and smoke detector?

The main difference between smoke alarms and smoke detectors is their functionality and how they integrate with the larger fire safety system. A smoke alarm is a standalone device that detects smoke and immediately sounds an alarm locally. A smoke detector, on the other hand, is a component in a larger fire alarm system. It detects smoke and transmits a signal to a central control panel, which then activates an alarm for the entire building.

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