The RE46C127 is low power CMOS ionization type smoke detector IC. With few external components this circuit will provide all the required features for an ionization type smoke detector. An internal oscillator strobes power to the smoke detection circuitry for 10.5mS every 1.66 seconds to keep standby current to a minimum. A check for a low battery condition is performed every 40 seconds when in standby. A 2/3 duty cycle continuous horn pattern is used for the alarm condition. An interconnect pin allows multiple detectors to be connected such that when one units alarms all units will sound. An internal 8 minute timer allows for a separate button to be used for reduced sensitivity mode. Although this device was designed for smoke detection utilizing an ionization chamber it could be used in a variety of security applications. The RE46C127 was designed for use in smoke detectors that comply with Underwriters Laboratory Specification UL217 and UL268.

   Guard Outputs for Ion Detector Input

   +/-0.75pA Detect Input Current

   Internal Reverse Battery Protection

   Low Quiescent Current Consumption (

   Available in 16L PDIP or 16L N SOIC

   ESD Protection on all Pins

   Internal Low Battery Detection

   Interconnect up to 40 Detectors

   8 Minute Timer for Sensitivity Control

   Compatible with Allegro A5348

   Available in Standard Packaging or RoHS Compliant Pb Free Packaging.