Lithium-ion Fire Suppression

Comprehensive Lithium-ion Battery Fire Protection

As the world increasingly embraces electric power, lithium-ion batteries have become more widespread. This shift in manufacturing practices necessitates an evolution in fire safety strategies. Lithium-ion battery fires pose risks that go beyond flammability. F-500 EA® is extinguishing these fires with significantly less water while mitigating flammability, explosivity, and toxicity.

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Firefighting

Because plain water is ineffective at cooling battery fires on its own, emergency responders require a solution that more efficiently mitigates the high risks of combating li-ion battery fire hazards.

Fire Protection

As fire protection systems transition away from fluorinated foams due to high levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the need for fluorine-free and cleaner alternatives increases.

Third-party Tested

15+ Years of Proven Lithium-ion Battery Fire Testing

A lithium-ion battery fire poses unique risks with Class A, B, and C hazards, high energy density, and volatile thermal runaway. NFPA 18A Annex 4.3 acknowledges over 15 years of industry research and testing utilizing Encapsulator Agents to mitigate flammability, explosivity, and toxicity. This testing spans multiple continents, highlighting Encapsulator Technology as a global solution.

F-500 EA® Testing Chronology
Flammability

F-500 EA® mitigates lithium-ion battery fires by encapsulating flammable electrolyte and absorbing thermal energy. This halts thermal runaway propagation and rapidly cools the fire’s ignition source.

Explosivity

F-500 EA® effectively stops the production of toxic off-gases from burning lithium-ion batteries. By preventing the release of hazardous vapors and gases, we reduce the risk of explosions.

Toxicity

F-500 EA® significantly reduces exposure to harmful emissions and carcinogens present in smoke. We actively protect building occupants from the dangers of lithium-ion battery fire suppression.

Personal Electronics & Medical Devices

Power Tools & Appliances

E-bikes & Electric Scooters

Electric Vehicle Fire Suppression

Hybrids & Electric Vehicles

Charging Stations & Parking Garages

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Material Handling Equipment (MHE)

Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

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Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

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Protecting Firefighters from Harmful Exposure

Ensure Your Fire Department is Prepared for Battery Fires

Plain water is inefficient for cooling and requires large volumes to extinguish battery fires, leading to resource-intensive incidents and toxic runoff. F-500 EA® concentrate, when premixed or educted into a 3% solution, offers an efficient alternative that effectively combats lithium-ion battery fires while reducing firefighters’ exposure to hazardous vapors.

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Safeguarding Businesses with Automated Fire Protection Systems

Exceed Standards and Prioritize Life Safety

The Diamond Doser® pump unit, powered by F-500 EA®, injects Encapsulator Agent concentrate into any water mist, deluge, or sprinkler system. This integrated fire protection system provides a rapid response to lithium-ion battery fires, automatically adjusting to flow and pressure changes without calibration. It is Applus+ approved under ETI 23/32306438 after rigorous certification testing in Spain.

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Fluorine-Free, Biodegradable, and Effective

Embrace Fluorine-Free Fire Suppression with F-500 EA®

We’re proud to provide an eco-friendly solution that eliminates the public health concerns and costly damages associated with traditional foam fire suppression. F-500 EA® is a fluorine-free, biodegradable, and non-corrosive solution, providing superior fire protection, explosive vapor mitigation, flammable fuel spill control, and contamination response with Encapsulator Technology.

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Trusted Worldwide for Unmatched Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety Solutions
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F-500 EA® uses advanced Encapsulator Technology to mitigate the fire, reduce heat, and neutralize harmful gases. Unlike plain water or foam, it works much faster with less volume, saving time and resources in critical fire situations. This makes it an effective extinguishing agent for fires involving flammable gases and battery packs, which are unique challenges for firefighters and business owners.

F-500 EA® can be integrated with existing sprinkler or deluge systems using the Diamond Doser® pump. Our team will work with you to tailor a solution that best suits your needs, ensuring safety measures are in place for industrial applications.

Yes, for large-scale hazards like electric vehicle fires or battery storage systems, we offer specialized solutions like the F-500 EA® Micelle Mist system. These systems effectively control fires, preventing explosions and reducing carbon monoxide emissions, which are common in lithium-ion fires.

Yes, lithium batteries can catch fire even when not in use, especially if they have been damaged or improperly stored. High temperature or fluctuating charging cycles can cause internal battery cell damage, leading to thermal runaway. This is why proper safety measures and fire resistance are crucial in storage and transport.

Using water to put out a lithium battery fire is not recommended. Water is ineffective for cooling these high-temperature fires and can cause a chain reaction by spreading the fire or releasing dangerous flammable gases. F-500 EA® is a safer and more effective alternative, as it encapsulates the battery’s chemicals, interrupts the production of explosive and toxic off-gases, and absorbs heat to halt thermal runaway propagation.