Fire Suppression Foam Systems for Marine Fire Safety typically include the following key specifications and technical properties:
Size: Available in various sizes, ranging from portable extinguishers (6-250 liters) to large fixed systems (up to 10,000 liters or more).
Grade: Class A (for solid combustibles) and Class B (for flammable liquids), with some systems rated for both.
Viscosity: Low to medium viscosity (50-500 cP) for efficient flow and rapid fire suppression.
Buoyancy: High expansion foam (500:1 to 1000:1) for hydrocarbon fires, providing a floating blanket to smother flames.
Material: Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), alcohol-resistant foam (AR-AFFF), or synthetic/fluorine-free foams (FFF).
Expansion Ratio: Low (up to 20:1), medium (20:1 to 200:1), or high (200:1 to 1000:1) depending on application.
Operating Temperature: Typically -20°C to +60°C for storage and use.
Certifications: IMO (International Maritime Organization), SOLAS, and NFPA standards compliance.
Durability: Corrosion-resistant materials (stainless steel, aluminum, or coated steel) for marine environments.
Discharge Time: Varies by system, typically 30 seconds to 5 minutes for full deployment.