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Novec 1230

3M's Novec 1230 fire protection fluid looks exactly like water, but does not cause the type of damage associated with water when putting out a fire. It can be used to protect rare exhibits, electronic equipment and other delicate items without causing any harm. In fact, items can even be immersed in the agent. The fire protection fluid will quickly evaporate, safeguarding these items - and leaving them unaffected.

Novec 1230 is a fluoroketone which serves as an advanced halon replacement. The fluid has zero ozone depletion potential and the lowest atmospheric lifetime for halocarbon alternatives: 5 days. (The closest alternative is 33 years.) It also has a Global Warming potential of 1, 99.9% lower than any halocarbon agent acceptable for use in occupied spaces.

Extinguishing via its cooling effect, Novec 1230 fluid works as a gas, yet it is a liquid at room temperature. Because it isnot stored or shipped from the factory in pressurized cylinders, Novec 1230 fluid is easy to handle and charge. Novec 1230fluid systems allow for more efficient use of space, requiring about the same number of cylinders as conventionalhalocarbon agents. Novec 1230 fluid also has the greatest margin of safety for use in occupied spaces. [via 3M; suggested by Truels Wissneth.]

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