F-500 Encapsulator Agent

F-500 is an Encapsulator Agent that acts on a molecular level, altering the composition of a water droplet with the introduction of spherical micelles.  Unlike traditional extinguisher agents, Encapsulator Agents target all four legs of the fire tetrahedron simultaneously, providing a comprehensive solution for multi-class hazards.

F-500 Encapsulator Agent is a versatile fire-extinguishing agent, effective against multiple-class fires:

F-500 is even effective against complex hazards like three-dimensional or flowing fuel fires and lithium-ion battery fires at a 3% mix ratio.

Combustible metals, lithium-ion batteries, synthetic fabrics, and other hazardous materials are increasingly common in homes, workplaces, and industrial facilities, posing challenges for traditional fire suppression. F-500 Encapsulator Agent offers four unique features that make it highly effective for these modern hazards. 

Encapsulation - F-500 EA® provides exceptional encapsulation for both polar and non-polar fuels, reducing the risk of re-ignition and long-term, stable burn-back resistance. Unlike foam solutions that may struggle with flammable liquids, F-500 EA® ensures three-dimensional flowing fuel fire suppression and hazard mitigation.

• Expand Hazard Mitigation Capabilities
• Experience Long-term Stable Burn Back Resistance
•  Prevent Re-ignition

Rapid Heat Reduction - F-500 EA® molecules form an outer layer on each water droplet, driving heat internally where micro spherical micelles absorb the thermal energy.  This advanced design ensures rapid cooling and reduces re-ignition risks. 

• Expand Rapid Knockdown Capabilities
•  Prevent Scalding Steam and Excess Runoff
•  Decrease Time, Resources, and Exposure

Free Radical Interruption - F-500 EA® reduces harmful hydrocarbons in smoke and soot by interrupting the free radical chain chemical reaction, ensuring cleaner, safer suppression of fires.  
• Reduce Carcinogenic Toxin Concentration
•  Promote/Protect Department and Employee Health
•  Reduce Environmental Contamination

This interruption reduces carcinogenic toxin concentration, improves department and Employee Health
• Improve Visibility and Air Quality
• Reduce Environmental Contamination

Sustainability
Fluorine-Free - F-500 EA® is found free of fluorides recognized as harmful and carcinogenic by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) following EPA Modified 537 testing. 

Biodegradable - F-500 EA® is internationally recognized as a readily biodegradable substance for applications alongside marine, freshwater, and soil species under normal conditions of use.

Noncorrosive - Decades of scientific testing has shown that F-500 EA® has an approximate PH of 7. It is noncorrosive and has even been utilized to treat miscellaneous hazmat spills.

F-500 EA® Compliance & Testing
• NFPA 18A Section 7.7 - Tests an Encapsulator Agent’s ability to render hydrocarbon based fuel nonflammable and nonignitable.

• NFPA 18A Annex 4.3 - Recognizes third-party scientific testing of Encapsulator Agents on lithium-ion battery fire hazards.

• UL NFPA 18 - Tests a wetting agent’s ability to mitigate Class A and Class B fire hazards as well as flammable spill control.

• NEN NTA 8133 - Tests a fire extinguisher’s ability to extinguish lithium-ion battery fires under 600 Wh.

Fluorine Free Firefighting with F-500 [PDF]

F-500 Encapsulator Agent Safety Data Sheet (SDS) [PDF]

Shipping Note: Shipping on 55 gallon drums and totes must be done via motor freight. A First Out Rescue specialist will contact you to by phone or email to arrange delivery and give you the final cost of your order including freight charges.

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