About the 9L Water-based Lithium-ion Fire Extinguisher
The 9L Water-based Lithium-ion Fire Extinguisher is a specialized firefighting device engineered to tackle fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, which are increasingly found in everyday environments—from laptops and smartphones to EVs, power tools, and solar energy systems. This extinguisher uses a specially treated water mist formulation that is non-conductive, environmentally safe, and highly effective at cooling, suppressing, and preventing reignition of battery fires.
Designed for use in commercial, industrial, residential, and transport environments, this extinguisher offers large capacity coverage and quick, reliable action against high-energy lithium-ion battery fires (also known as Class Li or thermal runaway fires).
Detailed Features
- Specially Formulated Water Mist Agent:
- Contains de-ionized and treated water, safe for use on electrical fires and lithium-ion battery packs.
- Effective on Lithium-ion Battery Fires:
- Cools battery cells, penetrates thermal layers, and suppresses toxic vapors from thermal runaway.
- Non-Toxic and Eco-Friendly:
- Safe for use around people, animals, and electronics; leaves no corrosive or hazardous residue.
- Dielectric (Non-Conductive) Properties:
- Tested and rated safe for use on live electrical equipment up to a specified voltage (typically 35kV+).
- Large 9 Litre Capacity:
- Suitable for tackling larger or multiple battery cells in commercial and industrial settings.
- Stainless Steel or Powder-Coated Cylinder Options:
- Durable, corrosion-resistant body for long service life in harsh environments.
- Highly Visible Pressure Gauge and Color-Coded Labeling:
- Easy to identify, inspect, and deploy in emergencies.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: EGS9
- Type: Water-Based Lithium-ion Fire Extinguisher
- Capacity: 9 Litres
- Fire Class Rating: Class Li (Lithium-ion), Electrical
- Temperature Range: 5°C to 60°C
- Working Pressure: at 20°C; 15 bar
- Test Temperature: 27 bar
- Fire Rating: 13A
- Cylinder Material: Stainless stee/ coated steel
- Mobility: Portable refillable extinguisher
- Certification: SANS 1910:2022
Applications
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Areas: For garages, fleets, public charging stations, and maintenance workshops.
- Solar Energy & Battery Storage Rooms: Ensures safety near lithium-based home or commercial energy storage systems (ESS).
- Data Centers & Server Rooms: Protects critical infrastructure from thermal runaway risks in battery backup systems (UPS).
- Public Transport & Aviation Maintenance: Suitable for use in buses, trains, aircraft workshops, and cargo handling zones.
- Warehousing, Logistics, and E-Commerce: Mitigates battery fire risks in fulfillment centers storing battery-powered devices.
- Workshops & Labs: Ideal for engineering labs, R&D facilities, and schools working with battery tech.
Advantages of water-based extinguishers over standard extinguishers
| Standard Extinguisher | May not effectively cool or stop thermal run away. Can conduct electricity or damage electronics. |
|---|---|
| Water-Based Lithium-ion | ✅ Designed for lithium-ion battery chemistry ✅ Cools, isolates, and suppresses in one action ✅ Safe for electronics and people |