Novec 1230 fire protection fluid is a new fire protection agent, developed by the company 3m as an effective and safe firefighting agent on industrial sites and it provides ultimate protection from damage to any site and products of the industry. The operation of the designmanager software is described in a separate document part number 924240. Seafire novec tm 1230 fire suppression systems are designed to induce a minimum atmospheric concentration of 5. With further research i found that the biggest problem with novec 7000 primarily with cheaper foxconn produced server boards when novec gets behind certain ics and pushes the components off the pcb after vapors build behind said components. The pdf catalog is important to know more about this firefighting agent. The term novec 1230 employed throughout this manual refers to the extinguishing agent dodecafluoro. Products gfire solutions for fixed extinguishing disadvantages. Download equipment catalog fire protection system with 3m novec 1230 types of modules of the system of fire protection lock and release devices release devices highpressure hoses control. The primary extinguishing mechanism of novec 1230 fluid is heat absorption, with a secondary chemical contribution from the thermal decomposition of novec 1230. Upon discharge, novec 1230 fluid creates a gaseous mixture with air. A fire that is out of control can cost you a whole lot more than money. Novec 1230 clean agent fire suppression system is used extinguished any fire hazard. Automated extinguishing system based on clean agent novec 1230 fluid. Environmentally friendly 3m novec 1230 clean agent 0 odp 1 gwp.
At 3m, we use science to improve lives and support businesses. Closeup of nozzle discharge of 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid with. Download novec 1230 calculator, a software for novec gas calculations. Drafting and estimation 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. It belongs to a family of chemicals called halocarbons, a group which includes hfcs and fluoroketones. The result of the calculation cannot be the base for any technical or commercial decisions.
Novec 1230, fluid is an environmentally friendly halon replacement for use as a gaseous fire suppression agent. National fire protection novec 1230 sapphire fk5112. Novec 1230 fluid has distinct environmental benefits, including a zero ozone deletion factor and the lowest global warming potential of an chemical based clean agent, key to satisfying demands of environmentally sensitive markets and end users. In janus fire systems clean agent fire extinguishing systems, the novec 1230 fluid is stored as a liquid in specially designed steel cylinder assemblies fitted with forged brass, differential pressure. It is generally used in situations where water from a fire sprinkler would damage expensive equipment or where waterbased fire protection is impractical, such as museums, banks, clean rooms and hospitals. Our clean agent fire suppression systems exclusively utilize 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. The minimax mx 1230 fire extinguishing system with. Novec 1230 is gas used in fire protection specially for applications such as server, communication and electrical rooms. One of the key advantages offered by novec 1230 fluids high boiling point is that it presents very low vapour pressures, enabling it to be transported in lightweight totes or drums as opposed to steel pressurised containers. Novec 1230 fire protection fluid, dodecafluoro2methylpentan3one, cf3cf2cocfcf32, is a clear, colorless and low odor fluid, one of a long line of products designed as replacements for ozone depleting substances odss and compounds with high global warming potentials gwps, such as hfcs and pfcs.
Reacton fire suppression gains oem status for 3m novec 1230. See the respective product sheet separate document, part number 932163 for technical data on the individual components and parts. Build the right specification for your clients needs with our build a spec tool. Quickly write clean agent fire suppression specifications by copying and pasting sample spec text into your documents. Like halon 1 it is superpressurised with nitrogen to 25 bar. Proprietary janus design suite flow calculation software.
There was no diference after the novec cooling system ran for over 48 hours straight. Fikes new fire suppression system using novec 1230 fluid provides the industry with yet another innovative option from a leading equipment manufacturer. When it comes to the health and safety of your workers, the quality of your products, the environmental impact of your processes, and the protection of your critical infrastructure, assets and data, we are constantly seeking ways to do things better, safer and more responsibly. Sapphire novec 1230 fire protection fluid has been developed as a halon 1 replacement alternative to hfcs, hcfcs, and pfcs in special hazard, high value applications. If you are a novec 1230 fluid oem or one of their distributors, were here to help you promote your systems. Warranty, protecting owners of fire suppression systems containing 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid from certain regulatory bans or restrictions on the fluid. We offer drafting and evaluation calculations of the required amount of 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid within the given parameters. Download novec 1230 calculator, a software for novec gas. Dec 11, 2015 novec 12, novec 123 c6f12o, 3m novec 1230 fluid is a low global warming potential halon replacement for use as a gaseous fire suppression agent.
This calculator is of entirely informational nature and merely evaluates the estimation of minimum amount of 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid for the area with the indicated parameters. The clear, colorless agent has zero ozone depletion potential, an atmospheric lifetime of just five days, and a global warming potential of 1. Sinorix 1230 clean agent extinguishing systems siemens. Its 500 psi operating pressure provides ultimate design flexibility and ensures that the necessary amount of agent reaches every corner of the protected space in under ten seconds, extinguishing a. It also has a higher safety margin than other clean agents, making it extremely safe for people working in protected areas. It integrates all the components necessary for a complete extinguishing system, including an optional releasing control panel.
Kidde novec 1230 is a synthetic, clean agent used to extinguish fires, replacing halon. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist. 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. Environmental sustainability has never been as important as it is today, and it will only become more important to regulators in the future. Watch an animation of a typical novec 1230 system installation in a data center. Seafire marine novec 1230 fire suppression systems. Discover answers to frequent questions about the clean agent fire suppression fluid 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid.
Sep 07, 2011 3mnovec 1230 fire protection fluid is a highlyeffective clean agent alternative to hfcs, halons, waterbased suppression systems. Ecsfire suppression system with novec1230 fire protection fluid august 2014 page 2 of 7 a. Novec 1230 is a clean, efficient fireextinguishing agent that can be used on class a, b, or c fires. Identification product name 3m novec 1230 fire extinguishing agent, pressurized and nonpressurized recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use fire extinguishing agentidentified uses. This allows novec 1230 fluid to be readily air freighted to a ship at port or dockyard. Download equipment catalog fire protection system with 3m novec 1230 types of modules of the system of fire protection lock and release devices release devices high. Considered a green gas it has the shortest atmospheric lifetime for halocarbon alternatives, just five days, resulting in a global warming potential of less than one and zero ozone depletion potential.
The fireflex 1230 integrated system consists of a clean agent fire extinguishing system factory assembled in a cabinet. The manufacturersupplier of the system hardware and components shall have a minimum of fifteen 15 years experience in the design and manufacture of systems of similar type 2. It is used as gaseous fire suppression agent in scenarios where waterbased fire suppression for example. The sevo 1230 force500 clean agent fire suppression system is a revolutionary new technology for clean agent systems that utilizes 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid and its unique ability to be pressurized to 500 psi 34. Sevo is committed to providing a safe, environmental choice in mission critical fire suppression systems and detection. The sapphire system uses 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid for total flooding applications.
But, since novec has a different properties and extinguishing concentration, pipeline diameters and nozzle orifices are different. Novec 1230 fluid is a fluoroketone, while chemical clean agents like fm200 are hfcs hfc227ea. Novec tm 1230 removes heat energy from the fire to the extent that the combustion reaction cannot sustain itself. This provides nondamaging threedimensional fire suppressing capability, making it the ideal agent for extinguishing even concealed fires in spaces where electronics or irreplaceable, missioncritical assets are stored, or where continuity of operations is crucial. Safety data sheet 3m novec 1230 fire extinguishing. Novec 1230 fluid has low toxicity and has a boiling point of 49 degrees c and therefore exists as a liquid at room temperature. Fill manual for 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. Our oem partners have third party approvals such as ul andor fm for the fire suppression system, including both hardware and software. Novec 1230 fluid is a highly fluorinated ketone containing no chlorine or bromine. Whether you need portable fire equipment, service and maintenance, or largescale fire suppression systems for mining, marine, industrial, commercial and retail use, gielle has got you covered. Whether you are looking to replace a halon fire protection system, find an fm200 replacement, install an environmentally friendly system or increase the margin of safety for your workers, novec 1230 fluid has so much to offer. Vsh1230 clean agent fire suppression system novec 1230. Novec 1230 is low in acute toxicity, and evaporates 50 times faster than water, making it ideal for protection of sensitive assets.
The novec 1230 system suppresses a fire before it can start by detecting it at invisible levels. Combined with the latest in microprocessor based electronic detection and pcbased fire management systems, master automated provides. It is a very stable, inert and electrically nonconductive gas. The firetrace system requires no external power source or separate detectors and owing to its simple design ensures that all of the extinguishant is always deployed in the fire area. Novec 1230 instantly vaporizes upon discharge, totally flooding protected spaces and absorbing heat better than water. Our experienced team of fire suppression engineers has developed language you can use to help you easily specify a system containing novec 1230 fluid for your clients project, either by name or by general properties. Novec 1230 is a pfc, which are much less harmful to the environment. Mar 26, 2014 novec 1230 fluid extinguishes principally via the second mechanism removing heat from the fire. Novec1230 fluid has low toxicity and has a boiling point of 49 degrees c and therefore exists. The novec 1230 extinguishant is then deployed via this diffuser directly into the heart of the fire.
Accidental release measures personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures wear appropriate protective clothing. 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. Sevo represents a safe, environmental choice and having working hand in hand with 3m during the development of novec 1230 fluid, became its first oem partner to commercialize a ul approved fire suppression system utilizing this new technology. Find a list of approved clean agent fire suppression system manufacturers. A fluoroketone, its environmentally sustainable and fastacting, reaching design concentration for total flooding applications in 10 seconds or. Using the form for calculation of the flow rate of the fire protection agent 3m. Reacton fire suppression are pleased to offer clean agent fire suppression systems using 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. Build your spec tailored to safety, environmental, and data center hard disk drive protection. Novec 1230 is the next generation of chemical fire suppressant in place of fm200 which was a market leader for the exchange of halon. Product catalogue 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. Fike launches new fire suppression system using 3m novec. Novec 1230 and its use in marine applications is approved by a number of marine agencies around the world and has been fully tested in accordance with the international maritime organisation msccirc.
Firetrace direct novec 1230 automatic suppression systems. Ecs fire suppression system with novec part 1 general. It has unique qualities that end use safety and environmental sustainability. Automated extinguishing system based on clean agent novec 1230 fluid sinorix 1230 is the latest generation of our chemical extinguishing systems, offering a range of unique features and benefits.
Novec 1230 fluid is formed from the elements carbon, fluorine and oxygen cf3cf2cocfcf32 dodecafluoro2methylpentan3one. Our mx 1230 fire extinguishing system uses 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid, which will not damage electronics and leaves no residue behind. Novec 1230 is a clean, efficient fireextinguishing agent that. The sapphire system suppresses a fire before it can be fully engaged and once the fire is suppressed, novec.
With 50 years of experience, gielle is the specialist in fire safety. It is an excellent solution for the protection of highvalue assets, business processes and people. The entity offering the certified and approved system using novec 1230 fire protection fluid shall be able to demonstrate their relation to 3m and the approved 3m oem partner. Drafting and estimation 3m novec 1230 fire protection. A fluoroketone, its environmentally sustainable and fastacting, reaching design concentration for total flooding applications in 10 seconds or less and extinguishing fires at the incipient stage. Usually cylinders, valves and discharge equipment are the same as 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.
Find an oem fire suppression system purple cylinders. Protect valuable equipment, people and assets with a clean agent fire suppression system using 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. Safety data sheet 3m novec 1230 fire extinguishing agent. Fenwal novec 1230 fire suppression orr protection systems. Learn about the safety, performance, installation, speed, and sustainability of this waterless and gaseous fire suppression agent.
Global distribution supported by experienced fire extinguishing specialists. Kidde novec 1230 clean agent fire suppression system. Visit our partner portal for exclusive access to novec. Novec 1230 suppression systems represent the most effective fire protection on the market today. Can i purchase a novec 1230 fluid fire suppression system from 3m. Clean agent suppression systems using novec 1230 fluid. And once the danger has passed, novec 1230 quickly evaporates without harming any valuable assets. Novec 1230 clean agent systems associated fire protection. Epa snap program and other independent bodies including the german hygiene. The mindful science behind novec 1230 fluid becomes even more evident when you compare it with the alternatives. In the early 2000s, 3mtm released novec 1230 fire protection fluid, which has no ozonedepleting potential and a minimal globalwarming potential. Novec 1230 fluid has the highest margin of safety for human occupancy among clean agents, including inert gas. It is based on the sustainable extinguishing agent 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid.
Over a wide range of temperatures, a high boiling material like novec 1230 fluid, when superpressurized with nitrogen. Whether you need portable fire equipment, service and maintenance, or largescale fire suppression systems for mining, marine, industrial, commercial and retail use. Novec 1230 fluid has a global warming potential gwp of less than one while hfcs typically have a gwp of more than 3000. This agentair mixture has a heat capacity much larger than that of air alone. Novec 1230 fluid is known as a fluorinated ketone and is manufactured by 3m. The 12th version novec 1230 calculator is for calculating the volume of gas for a specific space by determining the degree of hazard, temperature, and elevation cairo elevation is 23 meters, for example, you can change it and the weight of gas and the number of cylinders, according to tyco and nfpa 2001, you can print a report. Sevo systems set the bar by being the first company to develop special hazards fire suppression systems with 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid. As a result, the ozone depletion potential odp for novec 1230 fluid is zero, meaning it has no effect on stratospheric ozone.
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