Halon Fire Suppression For Boats

A newer option is novec 1230 a 3m product claimed to be even less impactful on the environment which is stored in liquid form but discharged as a gas.

Halon fire suppression for boats. Halon protects computer and communication rooms throughout the electronics industry. It s still legal to have a halon fire suppression system on your boat but because of environmental protection agency regulations due to the damaging effect of halon on earth s ozone layer these systems haven t been produced in the united states since 1994. It leaves no water or powdery residue behind. 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid.

When 175 f 79 c is reached the extinguisher will automatically discharge releasing the clean agent gas to totally flood the entire space smothering the fire. Fireboy systems are available with halon replacement clean agent hfc 227ea. We service and install marine fire suppression systems. It remains an integral part of the safety plans in many of today s manufacturing electronic and aviation companies.

Each system is armed for around the clock fire protection. It has extensive applications with military forces. Fixed marine fire extinguishing systems commonly contain hfc 227 or fm 200 fire suppressants which are less environmentally harmful replacements for old school halon which is no longer sold. Seafire fireboy kidde fm200 halon c02 and etc.

Coverage from 600 cu. It s a common misconception that halon is illegal. Suppression systems designed and approved for tough shipboard use. Kidde fireboy and sea fire marine.

From full engine room suppression systems to the simplest bracket for mounting your fire extinguishers we have you covered.