Protect Your Power Investment with Fireblock
As solar and battery storage systems become an essential part of modern homes and businesses, fire safety should be part of every energy solution.
Lithium-ion batteries provide reliable energy storage, but battery fires can present unique challenges, including intense heat, thermal runaway and the risk of reignition. Having the right fire safety solution nearby can provide an important additional layer of protection. Fireblock offers specialised solutions designed for a range of fire risks, including lithium-ion battery fires.
Fireblock Lithium Battery
Fireblock Lithium is a specialised gel-based extinguisher developed for lithium-ion battery fires. According to Fireblock, the gel helps cool the battery, encapsulate the affected area and form a protective barrier to help reduce thermal propagation and the risk of reignition.
The range is available in different sizes, with Fireblock indicating that its 9L extinguisher is suitable for lithium-ion batteries up to 5kWh, making it particularly relevant to many residential solar battery applications.
Key features include:
- Designed for lithium-ion battery fires
- Helps cool the battery and reduce thermal runaway
- Forms an insulating protective layer
- Helps prevent reignition
- Non-toxic and biodegradable
- Can also be used on Class A fires, according to the manufacturer
Compact Protection with Fireblock Extinguishing Gel Foam
For smaller spaces and everyday fire risks, the Fireblock Extinguishing Gel Foam 800ml Aerosol provides a compact and portable solution.
Fireblock states that the aerosol is designed for small fires, including lithium-ion battery fires and Class A, B, C and F fires. Its compact design makes it suitable for locations such as homes, offices and vehicles.
Why Consider Fire Safety for Your Solar System?
Your solar installation represents a significant investment. While properly designed and installed battery systems are intended to operate safely, planning for emergencies is still an important part of responsible energy management.
Consider where your battery system is installed and whether you have an appropriate fire safety solution available for the specific risks in that area.
Protect more than your power supply. Protect what matters.
Explore Fireblock fire safety solutions available from Sunstore and add another layer of preparedness to your home or business energy system.
Shop Fireblock at Sunstore today.