A colorless, nonflammable gas. It is used to protect areas not permanently occupied by people.
- Safe gas for human health;
- Safe gas for the environment;
- The shelf life in the atmosphere after application is 3-5 days;
- High dielectric conductivity ~2.3;
- High filling coefficient - 1.2 kg/l.
Novec™ 1230, Dukar 1230, Fluoroketone FK-5-1-12 is a gaseous fire extinguishing agent manufactured by 3M (USA). Its CIS name is FK-5-1-12. It belongs to the group of fluorinated ketones. Its chemical formula is CF3CF2C(O)CF(CF3)2. Novec 1230 decomposes in the upper atmosphere under the influence of ultraviolet light and is eliminated from the environment within 5 days.
- INERTNESS. FIRE-extinguishing agents do not react with materials or chemical compounds, and do not conduct electricity.
- RAPID SPREAD. Gaseous fire extinguishing agents spread throughout the protected area within 10 seconds.
- FIRE EXTINGUISHING IN HARD-TO-REACH AREAS. The gas spreads evenly throughout the entire room and easily penetrates even the interior of equipment through ventilation openings.
- POSSIBILITY OF RAPID RESUMPTION OF OPERATION. After the system is activated, no extensive cleanup is required, and gas is removed from the premises by airing or increasing ventilation.
