Things to consider when specifying clean agent systems. Whether you are looking to replace a halon fire protection system, find an fm 200 replacement, install an environmentally friendly system or increase the margin of safety for your workers, novec 1230 fluid has so much to offer. When it comes to ecofriendly fire suppression systems, there are essentially two main competitors worth installing. The novec 1230 might require slightly more cylinders than the fm200, but that all depends on the size of the building. In addition to the amount of space required, you also have to. This video is either unavailable or not supported in this browser. Fm 200 fire suppressant hfc227ea can be safely used where people are present. The kidde clean agent ads system with novec 1230 fluid. This standard contains minimum requirements for total flooding and local application clean agent fire extinguishing systems.
Novec 1230 feuerloschanlage im vergleich 3m deutschland. When used at standard design concentrations, it is safe for occupied spaces. The breakdown voltage of novec 1230 fluid vapor under saturated conditions at 1 atm, 21. Fm 200, fe36, purplek, halon 1211, halotron i the temperature drop was determined by. Novec 1230 fire suppression system comparison 3m united kingdom. The primary extinguishing mechanism of novec 1230 fluid is heat absorption, with a secondary chemical contribution from the thermal decomposition of novec 1230 fluid in the flame. Ask about one of the clean agent fire suppression systems that offer fire protection through heat absorption and are environmentally friendly.
It does not cover fire extinguishing systems that use carbon dioxide or water as the primary extinguishing media, which are addressed by other nfpa documents. Nonconductive, noncorrosive, fastacting and residuefree, they dont harm the ozone layer and dont pose the threat to. Novec 1230 fire suppression system comparison 3m united. The width of the bar refers to the possible complexity of the pipe run indication only. Both fm200 and novec 1230 are stored in cylinders in liquid form. Choosing novec 1230 over fm200 is the smarter choice and from here in this article, we shall consider only novec 1230 and inergen for. Utilizing the industry recognized fm200 and 3m novec 1230 suppression. Novec 1230 and fm200 generally must be within or close to the protected space. May 09, 2017 this is from my training class and he goes step by step on how to do an inspection. It also has a higher safety margin than other clean agents, making it extremely. Novec tm 1230 removes heat energy from the fire to the extent that the combustion reaction cannot sustain itself. Manufactured by 3m, novec 1230 comes with a 20 year blue sky warranty, guaranteeing its green credentials.
The system is designed and installed in accordance with the national fire protection association nfpa standard 2001, clean agent fire extinguishing systems. Safety data sheet 3m novec 1230 fire extinguishing. It is used as gaseous fire suppression agent in scenarios where waterbased fire suppression for example. Novec 1230 is a chemical agent used primarily in total flooding systems and is the most environmentally benign of all the chemical agents. Apr 10, 2017 novec 1230 fire suppression agent is a relatively recent addition to the fire suppression industry.
Water, aqueous abd agent, novec 1230, af31, af21 sprayed. Both the fm200 and novec 1230 are stored in cylinders in liquid form. It is safer for the environment, can be used in the presence of humans, and has more storage space to dispense suppression agents. Take a closer look at how 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid compares against the primary types of fire suppression available today. At iowa fire control, we will always recommend a novec 1230 system over the fm 200. Novec 1230 fluid is a sustainable fire extinguishing clean agent that helps protect continuity of operations and high value assets. It is electrically nonconducting in both the liquid and gaseous state. If the price of fm200 rises above the price of novec 1230 that will provide a good boost for 3m but if the price of fm200 remains less than novec 1230 i think the big winner will be inert gases. Common fire suppression clean agents inert, novec 1230, and. Novec 1230 may require slightly more cylinders than fm200, depending on the size of the building. Accidental release measures personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures wear appropriate protective clothing. Testing sapphirenovec 1230 system, step by step youtube. The atmospheric lifetime of fm 200 has been determined to be 36.
Upon discharge of the preengineered novec tm 1230 fire suppression system, the extinguishing agent floods the compartment with an electrically nonconductive, noncorrosive vapor that stops the combustion process by physical means. Safety data sheet 3m novec 1230 fire extinguishing agent. Novec 1230 fluid is a fluoroketone, while chemical clean agents like fm 200 are hfcs hfc227ea. Clean agent fire suppression alternatives fire suppression systems. Our mx 1230 fire extinguishing system uses 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid, which will not damage electronics and leaves no residue behind. The sapphire system uses 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid for total flooding applications. Discover how 3m novec 1230 fire suppression fluid compares to other options like inert gas, hfcs, water, etc. Both work to extinguish fire and prevent reignition by removing the necessary elements of combustion heat. Novec, fm200 gain acceptance as green firefighting. Fm200 v novec 1230 environment with people more aware than ever the environmental impact of the products we use, this has become more important in peoples decision making. The two types of systems differ when it comes to their impact on the environment.
The atmospheric lifetime of 3m novec 1230 fluid is estimated to be in the range of 35 days and with a global warming potential of 1, it is considered that the 3m novec 1230 fluid has no measurable impact on climate change. In conclusion novec 1230 prior to 1st january 2018 was the most expensive of the agents we use for fire suppression system, but with the massive increase in price of fm200 due to an eu reduction of 36% has meant novec 1230 is now the only real alternative to inert gas. Novec 1230 fluid is formed from the elements carbon, fluorine and oxygen cf3cf2cocfcf32 dodecafluoro2methylpentan3one. Novec 1230novec 1230 fire protection fluid flouroketone fkfire protection fluid flouroketone fk hfc 227ea fm 200 hydroflourocarbon hfc hfc 125 fe25 hydroflourocarbon hfc. Fm 200 and other hydrofluorocarbons hfcs avoid the current and coming regulatory limits on hfcs. Fm 200 novec 1230 co 2 inergen and ig55 the length of the bar does not give absolute ratios, it is a general indication only. This results in the best coverage, highest nozzle, smallest diameter pipe and longest pipe runs. The clear, colorless agent has zero ozone depletion potential, an atmospheric lifetime of just five days, and a global warming potential of 1. Not only does novec 1230 fluid meet todays regulations, but it meets those of the foreseeable future. It is a waterless fire suppressant designed to replace high global warming potential gwp hydrofluorocarbons hfcs like fm 200. If you are looking for ways to protect your valuable electronic assets and operations, you have already made the smart.
These attributes ensure that 3m novec 1230 fluid represents a truly sustainable technology. The primary extinguishing mechanism of novec 1230 fluid is heat absorption, with a secondary chemical contribution from the. Some parts are hard to hear but you can see all the steps he does. You have a choice between chemical fire suppression systems such as novec 1230 or fm200 and inert fire suppression systems such as.
Although the design of a new novec 1230 system will be similar to a fm200 system an upgrade will not and particular care. And our ads system with a single nitrogen driver is your clear choice for a small or medium application. Fm listed approved pn 45n1230m001 february 2005 ul listing file no. Combined with the latest in microprocessor based electronic detection and pcbased fire management systems, master automated provides. Gaseous fire suppression systems, 3m novec 1230, fm200. Novec 1230, fk5112, c 6 f 12 o is a fluorinated ketone with the systematic name 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5nonafluoro4trifluoromethyl3pentanone and the structural formula cf 3 cf 2 cocfcf 3 2, a fully fluorinated analog of ethyl isopropyl ketone, and is commercially available from 3m. Novec 1230 fluid is applied as a gas, but is liquid at room temperature. Novec 1230 fluid has the highest margin of safety for human occupancy among clean agents, including inert gas. Ex 4674 fm approvals project id 3020593 kidde engineered fire suppression system designed for use with 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid design, installation, operation and maintenance manual. Clean agent suppression systems using novec 1230 fluid.
Fire suppression comparison 3m novec 1230 3m united. When production ceased of halon 1 in 1992, fm200 was seen as a much more environmentally safer product and it was and still is. This is from my training class and he goes step by step on how to do an inspection. Novec 1230 fire protection fluid, is a second generation clean agent fire extinguishing agent. Fm 200 fact sheet pdf, 174 kb 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid vs.
Fm 200 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid fm 200 following the path of halon. Novec 1230 is truly a real breakthrough in clean agent technology, a liquid at room temperature, it. Read our new halon replacement brochure and halon replacement white paper for a more detailed discussion. Examine the time to deploy, installation and space considerations, worker safety, environmental aspects and lifetime cost. Fm 200 may be slightly more efficient than novec 1230 when comparing the amount of. Most common metals, such as aluminum, brass, steel, cast iron, lead, stainless steel, and copper, as well as rubber, plastic, and electronic components, are. Fm 200 total flooding fire suppression system general the fm 200 total flooding fire suppression system is an engineered system utilizing a fixed nozzle agent distribution network. Novec 1230 fluid has a global warming potential gwp of less than one while hfcs typically have a gwp of more than 3000.
The fm 200 and the novek 1230 are industry leading clean agent fire suppression systems that both carried and installed by iowa fire control. The cost effective and sustainable alternative to halon. Fire suppression comparison 3m novec 1230 3m united arab. Protecting the world we live in has become an important part of our lives. Fm 200 leaves no residue or oily deposits on delicate electronic equipment, and can be removed from the protected space by ventilation. Fire gases fm200,novec1230, what marine recruits go through in boot camp earning the title making marines on parris island duration. Sapphire suppression systems, also known as novec1230. Nonconductive, noncorrosive, fastacting and residuefree, they dont harm the ozone layer and dont pose the threat to mariners that carbon dioxide systems do. In the move away from halon as an onboard fire suppressant, novec 1230 and fm 200 have emerged as the green products of choice.
Fm 200 may be slightly more efficient than novec 1230 when comparing the amount of agent needed to extinguish a fire. However, the fm 200 is still a great system for fire suppression that costs less to install than a novec 1230. Please visit our website for more information on our fire suppression agents and get your quote. Extinguishment of federal aviation lithium batteries. The modular design incorporates preassembled wiring harnesses. Novec 1230 fire suppression agent is a relatively recent addition to the fire suppression industry. Seafire novec tm 1230 fire suppression systems are designed to induce a minimum atmospheric concentration of 5. If you are looking for ways to protect your valuable electronic assets and operations, you have already made the smart decision to avoid relying on. The mindful science behind novec 1230 fluid becomes even more evident when you compare it with the alternatives. Fire suppression comparison 3m novec 1230 3m indonesia. Novec 1230 and fm 200 are clean agent fire suppression compounds made of synthetic chemicals in liquid form and are converted to gas in the discharge process.
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