What type of fire detection system often connects both its output signals to ensure reliability?

A Dual-loop System is designed to enhance reliability by using two independent loops to monitor fire detection signals. This configuration minimizes the likelihood of false alarms and ensures that if one loop fails or provides an incorrect reading, the other loop can still provide accurate information. Each loop can operate independently, but they share outputs to confirm the reliability of the detection system. If discrepancies arise between the two loops, safety protocols are triggered to assess the situation further.

In contrast, a Single-loop System relies on only one loop for fire detection, which means that if it fails or malfunctions, there is no backup, potentially compromising safety. A Multi-signal System uses various types of sensors or signals but doesn’t necessarily offer the redundancy that a dual-loop configuration provides. A Stand-alone System operates independently without integration into a larger monitoring network, which may limit its efficiency and reliability in detecting fires compared to a dual-loop setup.