Firetrace Cylinder Assembly, DOT, IHP, CO2, 5lb

Firetrace Indirect High Pressure (IHP) Co2 systems actively protect high risk industrial assets. The benefit of Carbon Dioxide (Co2) for industrial machinary use is that it is a clean, colourless, odorlessgas that quickly and effectively suppresses Class A, Class B and Class C fires. The Co2 systsem does this by displacing oxygen and halting combustion all without leaving residue on the protected machinary or area. In comparison to water or foam systems, Co2 is ideal for applications where cleanupmust be mininmized and downtime avoided. It is particularly suited for unoccupied areas with enclosed or hart-to-access machinery and processes that present a fire risk.

How Firetrace Co2 systems work

Firetrace CO₂ fire suppression system uses heat-sensitive detection tubing that automatically responds to a fire. When a fire starts, the tubing detects the heat and bursts at the hottest point, triggering a rapid depressurization that releases CO₂. 

The system rapidly discharges gas to either flood an entire enclosure (total flood) or directly target specific equipment (local application), depending on the use case. 

This lowers the level of oxygen below the combustion point, effectively suppressing the fire.

Firetrace CO2 Applications

Firetrace CO₂ fire suppression systems can be deployed in two ways: 

In a total flooding application, where CO₂ is released into an enclosed space, saturating the entire area to suppress the fire.  
In a local application, where the gas is directed at a specific component or piece of equipment—such as an EDM machine—providing targeted protection without the need to flood the entire room. 
This flexibility makes CO₂ suitable for both room-scale and equipment-specific fire risks.  

Firetrace CO₂ systems are commonly used in:

CNC machines
Electrical discharge machines (EDM)
Industrial ovens and furnaces
Dust and fume collectors
Laboratory fume hoods (with proper airflow calculations)

Warnings and Disclaimer

While CO₂ is effective on Class C (electrical) fires, Firetrace does not recommend it for use around electrical equipment due to the potential for adverse effects, such as condensation or the potential for electrical component freezing, and the availability of safer, more suitable clean agent alternatives. CO₂ remains a viable suppression option for Class C fires, but it should be applied with careful consideration of the specific risks and environment. 

Caution: Because CO₂ displaces oxygen, it's intended for unoccupied areas only, unless safety measures are in place. CO₂ concentrations, as low as 0.2%, can affect human health negatively. Typical system discharges reach 34%. This can be harmful, even fatal, if inhaled. 

All personnel should be trained on CO₂ hazards and evacuation procedures. When used with proper safety protocols, the system provides reliable and effective fire suppression.