A clean agent fire extinguisher discharges a rapidly evaporating liquid, an electrically non-conductive, volatile, non-corrosive agent that does not leave any residue upon evaporation. A clean agent fire suppression system uses either a chemical or inert gas to cool and smother the fire at the inception stage before it can grow and is exceptionally effective in extinguishing Class A, B, and C fires.

It acquires its name “clean” from the fact that its fire suppression system is significantly low in toxicity and is environmentally friendly with an incredibly low to zero Global Warming Potential (GWP) and Ozone Depletion Potential (OPD). This system also has a very short atmospheric lifetime that dissipates quickly and does not require any clean-up after discharge since it does not leave any residue.

How It Works

A fire can only happen when all of these three elements of the fire triangle are present: heat, oxygen, and a fuel source. This fire extinguishing system disperses clean agents to put out flames by interrupting the chemical reaction, disrupting either the heat or oxygen elements to extinguish the fire.

Types of Clean Agent

There are several clean agents used in fire suppression systems but the three most commonly used are the following:

Inert Gases used in fire suppression systems consist of a mixture of nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide gases which work by disrupting and lowering the oxygen level in the room that aids combustions but maintains a level that still enables a person to breathe.

FM-200 is stored as compressed liquefied gas formed from carbon, fluorine, and hydrogen, absorbing and removing the heat or free radicals to extinguish the fire.

Novec 1230 Fluid is stored as a liquid and is a fluorinated ketone containing carbon, fluorine, and oxygen and works by absorbing heat to suppress the fire.

Where are Clean Agent Fire Extinguishers Used?

These extinguishers are ideally designed for industrial and commercial facilities that enclose sensitive assets and high-value equipment that could be damaged by water, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. This system is typically used in data centers, server rooms, computer centers, artefacts / document storage areas, telecommunication facilities, laboratories, control rooms, electronics industries, museums, art galleries, boats, vehicles, and more.

Benefits of Clean Agents

Clean agents are one of the most low-maintenance fire extinguishing systems and are:

Fast – Clean agent systems can achieve fire extinguishing concentrations in 10 seconds or less, limiting the fire damage into a small area or without causing any collateral damage.

Safe – Clean agents are non-toxic and eco-friendly, making them safe to use in areas populated by people.

Effective – Rated for Class A, B, and C fires, leaves no residues, and requires no clean-up after discharge.

Other Fire Safety Products We Offer

Fire extinguishers, fire alarm bell, fire signages

  • Fire Extinguishers

    Fire extinguishers are the most common equipment used for fire protection and are usually the first line of defence against a fire.

    We carry an array of extinguishers such as ABC Dry Chemical and Class D fire extinguishers that are suitable for use on different classes of fire.

  • Fire-Rated Doors

    Fire-rated doors are specially made to slow or prevent the spread of fire and smoke. These doors are created using durable materials like gypsum, glass, and steel.

  • Fire Hose

    Single jacket, double jacket and forestry fire hoses that are tough and durable.

  • Fire Hydrants

    Fire hydrants play a vital role in the firefighting process. They give firefighters access to a steady supply of water when putting out a fire.

  • Fire Suppression Systems

    Fire suppression systems are used to extinguish or stop the spread of fire through the use of dry chemicals and wet agents.

Why Choose Fire Safety PH?

High-Quality Products

Here at Fire Safety, we carry a range of high-quality, effective fire safety equipment that are designed to offer you maximum protection against fires. 

Commitment to Your Safety

We are dedicated to helping you understand the importance of fire safety. This helps you prevent and reduce the chances of a fire.