The Kidde i12060CA is a 120 V AC, wire-in smoke alarm with front-loading 9 V battery backup that can function as a stand alone unit or interconnect with up to 24 Kidde devices (of which 18 can be initiating). The Kidde i12060CA provides continuous protection against smoke and fire hazards, even during power outages. The front-loading battery door allows user to change the battery without removing the alarm from the mounting bracket making battery replacement easy and convenient. This alarm uses ionization sensing technology. Ionization sensing alarms may detect invisible fire particles (associated with flaming fires) sooner than photoelectric alarms. Leading authorities recommend that both ionization and photoelectric smoke alarms be installed to help ensure maximum detection of the various types of fires that can occur within the home. Model i12060ACA/i12060CA Power Source 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 80 mA max per alarm, 9 V battery backup Sensor Ionization Audio Alarm 85dB at 10ft Temperature Range 4.4˚C (40˚F) to 37.8˚C (100˚F) Humidity Range 10%-95% relative humidity, non-condensing Size 14 cm in diameter x 4.5 cm depth Weight 0.24 kg Interconnects Up to 24 Kidde devices (of which 18 can be initiating) Warranty 10 year limited