This is something I have utilized in certain locations for at least 10 years. They are very effective. Don't ask me how I know.
https://www.burglarbomb.comI use one of these as part of a security system. The warning tone is exactly the same as my tinnitus and I once set it off accidentally. I now take my wife with me when I arm it. She tells me the tone is quite loud. The gas is brutal and the residual is not as EZ to get rid of as we are lead to believe. Lesson learned and It won't happen twice. They work as advertised and are a great addition to the system.
One thing I find many people overlook, is the concept of, you can't steal what you cant find.
To the original question, Golden Rods have worked well for me for 30 years. Never an issue.
