F-500 Encapsulator Agent
- Hazard Control Technologies – developed and distributed in USA to ISO9001 standards
- Internationally distributed throughout the world
- NFPA 18A:2022 Standard on Water Additives for Fire Control and Vapour Mitigation
- Capable of extinguishing class rating fires A, B, C, D & F fires to AS/NZS 1850:2009
100% Flourine Free &
100% Biodegradable
Fire Hazards
Encapsulator Agents are the perfect solution for a wide variety of fire hazards, including three-dimensional fires and energised environments. F-500 Encapsulator Agent is recommended
for Class A, Class B (Polar + Non-polar), Class D and Lithium-ion Battery fire hazards.
| Class A | Wood, Paper, Cloth, Rubber, Dust, Etc. | 1% |
| Class B [Polar] | Ethanol, E10, E85, Acetone, Etc. | 3% |
| Class B [Non-Polar] | Gasoline, Diesel, Jet Fuel, Hydraulic Oil, Etc. | 3% |
| Class D | Magnesium, Titanium, Aluminum, Etc. | 3% |
| Lithium Ion Batteries | Batteries, Energy Storage Systems (ESS) | 3% |
F-500 EA is fluorine free, biodegradable and noncorrosive.
The global PFOA/PFAS crisis is coming to a head.
With entire countries and states within the USA issuing new Class B
Foam bans daily, many are seeking a fluorine free solution.
F-500 EA is the solution!
Fire Suppression
How do Encapsulator Agents Help?
Safety
Eliminates steam and reduces smoke by up to 97%, improving visibility.
In addition, rapid extinguishment means up to 20X less time in IDLH environments.
Health
EAs are 100% fluorine free, noncorrosive and biodegradable.
They reduce cancer-causing toxins by up to 98.6%, drastically reducing health risks and improving conditions for firefighters and trapped civilians.
Efficiency
The ability to rapidly extinguish fires translates to less time, less water, less damage and less labour.
Vapor & Spill Control
Industry Benefits
1
The EA solution can be mixed with salt water for spill control on petrochemicals.
2
In most areas, local regulations allow for the fuel, water and EA solution to simply evaporate.
3
EAs alter the properties of fuel. This prevents re-ignition.
F-500EA Multi-level
Protection
Thermal Runaway
The leading cause for unexpected lithium-ion battery fires is thermal runaway. F-500 EA provides Rapid Cooling that can successfully halt thermal runaway.
Reignition
The chance of reignition after a lithium-ion battery fire can be high due to an inability to cool all cells effectively. Rapid Cooling and Encapsulation can prevent reignition.
Toxic Gas
Toxic gas during a lithium-ion battery fire can exceed the NIOSH limit and result in adverse health effects. Encapsulation can stop toxic gas production and reduce concentration below the NIOSH limit.
Electrolyte
Flammable and toxic electrolyte released during a lithium-ion battery can increase with the use of plain water. Encapsulation can render this electrolyte non-flammable.
Water
Thermal Runaway: No Rapid Cooling
Reignition: No Encapsulation, No Rapid Cooling
Toxic Gas: No Encapsulation, No Reduction
Electrolyte: No Encapsulation, Flammable
Foam
Thermal Runaway: No Rapid Cooling
Reignition: No Encapsulation, No Rapid Cooling
Toxic Gas: No Encapsulation, No Reduction
Electrolyte: No Encapsulation, Flammable
Dry Powder
Thermal Runaway: No Rapid Cooling
Reignition: No Encapsulation, No Rapid Cooling
Toxic Gas: No Encapsulation, No Reduction
Electrolyte: No Encapsulation, Flammable
CO²
Thermal Runaway: No Rapid Cooling
Reignition: No Encapsulation, No Rapid Cooling
Toxic Gas: No Encapsulation, No Reduction
Electrolyte: No Encapsulation, Flammable
NFPA and The Fire Protection
Research Foundation
Full Scale Electrical Vehicle Testing
Water Extinguishing Test, June 2013
| Litres to Extinguish | |
|---|---|
| Test 1 | 4823 (1274 US Gal.) |
| Test 2 | 9990 (2639 US Gal.) |
| Test 3 | 4410 (1165 US Gal.) |
| Average | 6405 (1692 US Gal.) |
- One of the batteries reignited 22 hours after the test
- Water can extinguish a lithium-ion car fire with an average of 1692 gallons per vehicle
- NFPA warns reignition is possible and recommends extinguished vehicles be stored at least 50 feet from other vehicles or structures
Compared to F-500 EA
- 3% F-500 Solution reduces water consumption by 20-25%
- No concern with re-ignition
- F-500 EA will not have electrical feedback to the nozzle from 350 volt lithium-ion car batteries
- F-500 EA will have no flare-ups or explosions when applied to lithium-ions or the escaping hydrogen gas
- F-500 EA is the best agent around for the rest of the car fire, magnesium components, tires or spilled fuel (from the other car)
Note: Foam will not cool or penetrate the housing of a lithium-ion car battery and could result in electrical feedback to the nozzle
Solutions for the Energy Industry
Transformer, lithium-ion battery and solar panel fires are becoming more and more commonplace.
As transformers fail, one in five results in a fire. Lithium-ion batteries are a new technology, presenting new problems as the need for these powerful cells grows. The quest for energy self-sufficiency and a price drop of over 60% since 2011 have made solar panels more practical than ever.
These technologies have presented challenges for industry and firefighters. When transformers, lithium-ion batteries or solar panels catch fire, the most common response is to use water, but water will be mostly ineffective, because it doesn’t penetrate and remove heat well. In the case of transformers, water cannot extinguish the hot mineral oils. The next choice for these fires would be foam, but foam is not recommended for three-dimensional fires and foam blankets retain the heat. Foam is also highly conductive, placing firefighters in great danger. Powders have been tried, but powders don’t remove the heat and can’t penetrate, resulting in re-ignition.
There is a solution, F-500 Encapsulator Agent.
F-500 EA extinguishes a fire three ways:
• It rapidly reduces the heat – remove the heat
• Remove the fire, it encapsulates fuels, rendering them non-flammable
• It interrupts the free radical chain reaction, greatly reducing smoke and toxins
Transformer Fires
Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
Solar Panel Fires
F-500 EA Summary
1
F-500 EA is unique; Encapsulates, Rapidly Cools, Prevents Re-ignition, Free Radical Interruption, Vapour & Spill Control.
2
Safe to use; Fluorine Free, No PFAS/PFOA, Reduces 98.6% of Toxins, 97% Soot Reduction.
3
Eco Friendly; 100% Bio-degradable/Fluorine Free.
4
Most complete solution; Proven on Class A, B (Polar & Non Polar), C, D, F and the only agent proven to extinguish Lithium-ion batteries, without reignition and recommended for transformer & solar panel fires.
5
15 Years Shelf Life.
