Kidde Tamper-Resistant Hex Bit for Fire Safety Kit Installation
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The Kidde Tamper-Resistant Hex Bit secures fire protection and life safety system installations, specifically fitting KIT-81 and KIT-82 units. Engineered for signaling devices like speakers, strobes, horns, bells, and chimes, this tool installs tamper-resistant fasteners to prevent unauthorized access during maintenance.
This component satisfies UL and FM listing requirements for fire safety installations when used with approved Kidde hardware. It ensures code-compliant assembly of life safety notification appliances by maintaining the structural integrity of tamper-proof connections mandated in commercial fire alarm setups under NFPA 72.
Key Features & Construction
- Tamper-Resistant Design: Snake eye profile prevents unauthorized access and tampering during installation and maintenance.
- Precision Fit: Engineered specifically to match 5/16 hex fittings on Kidde KIT-81 and KIT-82 units.
- Durable Construction: Built from durable tool steel to withstand repeated, heavy-duty use in demanding commercial fire protection environments.
- Secure Installation: Ensures efficient deployment of speakers, strobes, horns, bells, and chimes.
Technical Specifications & Compliance Table
| Manufacturer / Brand | Kidde |
| Model / Series Number / SIN | KIT-81 / KIT-82 Compatible Bit |
| Connection / Thread Size & Type | 5/16" Tamper-Resistant (Snake Eye) Hex |
| Pressure Rating (WWP) | N/A |
| K-Factor | N/A |
| Temperature Rating / Response Type | N/A |
| Material / Body Construction | Durable Tool Steel |
| Agency Listings & Approvals | UL Listed, FM Approved |
| Applicable NFPA Standards | NFPA 72 |
Always verify local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and consult manufacturer technical documentation prior to beginning installation of life safety notification appliances.
Documentation: Download Manufacturer Technical Data & Cut Sheet (PDF)
| Kidde |
| KIT-81 / KIT-82 Compatible Bit |
| 5/16" Tamper-Resistant (Snake Eye) Hex |
| N/A |
| N/A |
| N/A |
| Durable Tool Steel |
| UL Listed, FM Approved |
| NFPA 72 |
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