Are you prepared for a
Lithium-ion battery fire?
Lithium-ion battery fire?
Aqueous Vermiculite Dispersion (AVD) is a revolutionary new extinguishing agent that uses fixed and portable delivery techniques to effectively combat lithium-ion battery fires.
Lithium battery failure can be caused by physical impact or penetration, overheating, short circuits, internal cell failure and manufacturing defects resulting in a thermal runaway. With lithium batteries being used in a wide range of technologies from e-transportation to energy storage, there is an increased risk of high temperature lithium battery fires as part of your fire safety strategy. The consequences of lithium battery fires are severe, so having the right precautions in place is critical. AVD fire extinguishers offer a unique solution to effectively suppress and extinguish lithium battery fires across a wide range of applications. The Victory Fire Model AVD6L 6 litre extinguisher was successfully launched at the NFPA show in Las Vegas having proudly earned its UL Listing Mark; the AVD6L model is Listed under file number EX29073 as a water-based agent fire extinguisher. Additionally, the AVD water-based agent intended for Class A Hazards is a UL Recognized Component under file number EX28967. In the absence of a specific fire class for lithium-ion batteries and as part of its continual product validation program, AVD Fire, in partnership with Victory Fire & Gas Inc, has engaged UL Solutions to conduct testing of the Model AVD6L extinguisher on lithium ion battery fires. Hence, utilizing UL Solutions’ testing services, we further assessed the performance of AVD in order to support the launch of the Victory Model AVD6L fire extinguisher in the U.S. The rigorous tests at the AVD Fire test facility assessed the Victory Fire’s AVD6L extinguisher performance on battery fires.
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- FEATURES:
- Effectively Extinguishes Class A Fires
- Non-flammable properties inhibit reignition
- Effective use as a firebreak to prevent propagation
- AVD agent has been tested as effective on Lithium battery fires based on NTA 8133.
- Environmentally friendly, natural mineral
based agent - Stainless Steel Cylinder/Brass Valve With Stainless Handles
- 100% Helium Leak Tested
- Production Under ISO9001 Quality System
- AVD agent has local & global certification
- UL Component Recognized agent (EX28697)
DisclaimerCAUTION:
This device is not approved to a UL fire extinguisher standard and should only be installed where the state or local jurisdiction permits installation of unlisted equipment. Local regulations restrict the sale of this product as a fire extinguisher in California, Nevada and New York. Always check local regulations before installing this device.
The device is suitable for small class A and small Lithium battery fires and should when permitted be treated as additional equipment rather than primary firefighting equipment. - FEATURES:
- Effectively Extinguishes Class A Fires
- Non-flammable properties inhibit reignition
- Effective use as a firebreak to prevent propagation
- AVD agent has been tested as effective on Lithium battery fires based on NTA 8133.
- Environmentally friendly, natural mineral based agent
- Stainless Steel Cylinder/Brass Valve With Stainless Handles
- 100% Helium Leak Tested
- Production Under ISO9001 Quality System
- AVD agent has local & global certification
- UL Component Recognized agent (EX28697)
- UL list File Number - EX29073
- FEATURES:
- Effectively contains the fire and prevents propagation. Allows controlled burnout of Lithium battery fires.
- Working at temperature >1000°C/1832°F
- Fireproof technical glass fabric with AVD fire resistant coating
- Eyelets for tethering/suspending
- Handling loops on all corners for effective operation
- In-house tested on exposed lithium batteries up to 840 Wh
AVD Fire Blanket
High Performance,
multi-use fire blankets.
Designed specifically for
use on Lithium battery fires.SMALL
Blanket Size -1700x2000mm / 67"x79"
Blanket Weight - 3.4kg/7.5lb
Blanket Weight in Bag - 3.7kg/8.2lb
Dimensions of Folded Blanket in Outer Bag - 520x300x70mm / 20.5"x12"x2.75"
Medium
Blanket Size -2600x3300mm / 102"x130"
Blanket Weight - 9.2kg/20.3lb
Blanket Weight in Bag - 9.7kg/21.4lb
Dimensions of Folded Blanket in Outer Bag - 540x350x140mm / 21"x14"x5.5"
Large
Blanket Size -6000x8000mm / 236"x315"
Blanket Weight - 43.2kg/95.2lb
Blanket Weight in Bag - 44.2kg/97.4lb
Dimensions of Folded Blanket in Outer Bag - 910x580x190mm / 36"x23"x7.5" - The AVD Fire Suppression kit is the perfect solution for the effective control and suppression of Lithium-ion battery fires. This fire resistant bag is designed using technical fabrics to withstand temperatures of 1832°F. The kit provides passive protection to suppress, control and remove devices that have gone into thermal runaway. Typical application fire risks include mobile, phones, tablets, laptops and small tools and equipment.PROVIDES
• Safe storage of extinguished devices
• Reduces risk of explosion after fire has been extinguished
• Withstands temperatures in excess of 1832°F
AVD Fire Suppression Kit- Small
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS
KIT INCLUDES
• Fire resistant bag
• Safety Gloves
• Safety Glasses
NB. Color, make and model of the gloves and glasses may vary due to
stock availability.DIMENSIONS
Rolled up closed bag with extinguisher
Outer Dimension ~16 ̋ x 8 ̋
Inner Dimension ~15 ̋ x 7Open Bag
Outer Dimension ~16 ̋ x 17 ̋
Inner Dimension ~15 ̋ x 7 ̋Weight
~1.5 kg
AVD Fire Suppression Kit- Large
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS
KIT INCLUDES
• Fire resistant bag with flame arrester
• Safety Gloves
• Safety Glasses
NB. Color, make and model of the gloves and glasses may vary due to
stock availability.DIMENSIONS
Packed with with extinguisher
Outer Dimension ~21 ̋ x 10 ̋Closed Bag
Outer Dimension ~21 ̋ x 20 ̋
Inner Dimension ~18 ̋ x 19 ̋Closed rolled out bag
Outer Dimension ~21 ̋ x 27 ̋
Inner Dimension ~18 ̋ x 25 ̋Weight
~2 kg
What is Thermal Runaway and what risk do Lithium Batteries Fires Pose?
Lithium batteries in these devices can be damaged and pose a fire risk. When there is a short circuit, the cells are overcharged or they are overheated by an external heat source then the elctrolyte can start to overheat in a manner which can result in a self-sustaining exothemic reaction. When the cell generates heat from this chemical reaction at a rate that is significantly greater than the rate at which it can dissipate the heat to the surroundings then the cell may go into a state known as thermal runaway, an uncontrolled self-heating process. This process can propogate throughout the battery pack resulting in the complete destruction of the cells and a fire or an explosion. Testing has shown that typical water, powder and foam extinguishing agents are not effective in tackling these fires as they frequently re-ignite. Third-party testing has shown AVD effective in surpressing and extinguishing lithium battery fires. This teating has also shown that AVD prevents re-ignition by forming an encapsulating barrier over the battery cells. How does AVD work?
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AVD is applied as a mist dispersion
The water content suppresses the flames and cools adjacent cells |
As the water cools and evaporates, AVD forms a film over the cells & suppresses as follows:
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The application of AVD is also an effective class A agent in inhibiting the propagation of fire. |