The Kidde 1000-018 wire cage protects C3000 series fire alarm devices from accidental impact in commercial environments. Installs over ceiling-mounted detectors paired with the 5000-011 backbox and 3000-202 mounting base, adding a physical barrier without obstructing detector airflow or sensor performance.
Built for high-traffic commercial environments
Warehouses, gymnasiums, mechanical rooms, and corridors with low ceiling heights put fire alarm devices at risk of accidental damage from forklifts, carts, and equipment. The wire cage absorbs impact while maintaining the open-air design detectors need to sample ambient conditions.
Key features
- Purpose-built for C3000 series: sized to fit the C3000 detector with 5000-011 backbox and 3000-202 base
- Open wire construction: protects against impact without restricting airflow to the detector
- Quick ceiling mount: secures directly over the existing detector installation
- Durable white finish: coated wire blends with ceiling-mounted devices in finished spaces
Compatibility
Requires Kidde 5000-011 backbox and 3000-202 mounting base. Confirm your detector is in the C3000 family before ordering.
Brand:
Kidde Commercial
Form factor:
Wire cage guard
Compatibility:
Kidde C3000 series detectors with 5000-011 backbox and 3000-202 mounting base
Mounting:
Ceiling mount over existing detector assembly
Material:
White-coated wire
What detectors does the 1000-018 wire cage fit?
Designed for Kidde C3000 series fire detectors when installed with the 5000-011 backbox and 3000-202 mounting base.
Does the wire cage affect detector performance?
No. The open wire construction allows full airflow to the detector's sensing chamber without obstruction.
Where should a wire cage guard be installed?
Any commercial space where ceiling-mounted fire alarm devices are at risk of accidental impact - warehouses, gymnasiums, mechanical rooms, corridors with low ceilings, and areas with forklift traffic.
What mounting hardware is required?
The wire cage mounts over the existing detector assembly (C3000 detector + 5000-011 backbox + 3000-202 base). No additional mounting hardware beyond the cage itself.
