Catalytic converter theft is a rapidly growing problem, leaving vehicle owners with costly repairs and significant inconvenience. Thieves target these valuable car parts for their precious metals, and standard car alarms often fail to deter them due to their speed and the location of the converter beneath the vehicle. Fortunately, innovative solutions like Cateye are emerging to combat this specific threat effectively.
The Cateye is an intelligent motion-sensing alarm system designed specifically for Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention. Unlike generic alarms, Cateye is engineered to detect human motion directly underneath your vehicle. This targeted approach minimizes false alarms from pets or debris while ensuring genuine threats are immediately addressed.
When Cateye senses sustained and purposeful movement under your car for 5 to 15 seconds – the kind indicative of someone attempting to tamper with your catalytic converter – it unleashes a powerful 130dB computer-generated siren. This multi-pitch siren is not only attention-grabbing but also creates an intense, painful echo chamber under the vehicle. This amplified sound is designed to be unbearable in the confined space, effectively driving the thief away before they can cause any damage.
Installation is straightforward, requiring simple battery lead connections without complex wiring that could interfere with your vehicle’s electrical system. Once installed, Cateye operates with minimal power draw, ensuring it won’t drain your car battery, even during extended periods of inactivity. The system automatically activates and deactivates with your engine: arming when the engine is off and disarming when it’s running. For added convenience, a remote control fob is included, allowing you to manually disable the system when needed, such as during car servicing.
For ultimate catalytic converter theft prevention, consider pairing Cateye with Catstrap. Catstrap is designed to significantly increase the time and effort required to remove a catalytic converter. When used together, the unbearable siren of Cateye combined with the time-consuming challenge of Catstrap creates an insurmountable obstacle for thieves, making your vehicle a far less appealing target. Invest in Cateye and Catstrap for comprehensive catalytic converter theft prevention and enjoy peace of mind knowing your vehicle is protected.
