Sparkypenguin Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 Hi all. Just after a little advice please. I am looking for recommendations on wired combined shock n contact sensors for all of my windows and doors. Have not yet decided on the main panel but it will likely be a texecom or Pyronix. The largest door is approx. 3.6m * 2m. It is a sliding door with 4 x 900mm panels. The 2 middle panels slide and 1 fixed panel on each side. Or should I be using separate shock and contact sensors? Suggestions appreciated. Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixwheeledbeast Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 I would probably go separate unless aesthetics determines otherwise, would need to see the frames to work out positioning of shocks then you can go from there. If positioning of shock means you can't use combined that answers your question. Either way if combined I'd want something that signals activations from each detection separately. Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511816 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkypenguin Posted August 3, 2021 Author Share Posted August 3, 2021 1 minute ago, sixwheeledbeast said: I would probably go separate unless aesthetics determines otherwise, would need to see the frames to work out positioning of shocks then you can go from there. If positioning of shock means you can't use combined that answers your question. Either way if combined I'd want something that signals activations from each detection separately. Thanks SWB. Aesthetics always a consideration but security is more important. Are separates thought to be better or is it just that they are more flexible when it comes to fitting? I've attached a word doc with examples of the frames. I'm about to do the first fix on and want to ensure that any wiring is in place as neatly as possible ready for the sensors, hence I was going to buy one of the sensors so I can test fit before starting to do any permanent work. windows.docx Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511817 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixwheeledbeast Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 1 hour ago, Sparkypenguin said: I was going to buy one of the sensors so I can test fit This is the sensible solution, you will then have an idea on coverage and also setup instructions to work from to make your decision. You don't always have an opening where it maybe the best location to place a shock. So normally separate unless you know the kit will work there. Wireless are often combined units depending on manufacturer, but you have a bit more flexibility with aesthetics then because no wires. Not saying you should fit wireless, just a observation that you can then have everything fitted and worry about positioning after with wireless. Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511818 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrHappy Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 4 hours ago, Sparkypenguin said: Suggestions appreciated. employ a competent alarm company to wire the site before you plaster :) shock ain't great they will FA, radio shocks are worst 1 Mr Veritas God Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511819 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixwheeledbeast Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 Going off what I recall of previous thread, above was already suggested plus pets. Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511820 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrHappy Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 2 minutes ago, sixwheeledbeast said: suggested plus pets. did I say "buy a dog" ? Mr Veritas God Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
al-yeti Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 2 hours ago, MrHappy said: employ a competent alarm company to wire the site before you plaster shock ain't great they will FA, radio shocks are worst Hkc top quality on RF Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrHappy Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 14 minutes ago, al-yeti said: Hkc top quality on RF The OP can't get it... so I'll recommend that too! Mr Veritas God Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511826 Share on other sites More sharing options...
al-yeti Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 6 hours ago, MrHappy said: The OP can't get it... so I'll recommend that too! Lol there is that Link to comment https://www.thesecurityinstaller.co.uk/community/topic/44685-combined-wired-shock-and-contact-sensor/#findComment-511829 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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