Can a cutting extinguisher be used in a lithium-ion battery fire?

Cold Cut Systems used a cutting extinguisher (Standard Cobra lance) in the pilot study with good results. It was determined there was enough evidence to motivate further studies and tests to develop guidelines for offensive extinguishing efforts of lithium-ion battery fires. This demonstration is an activity within the scope of this work.

Can a cutting extinguisher put out a battery fire?

A report from tests made public by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) shows that a cutting extinguisher can safely put out a battery fire in a very short time, with minimal use of water and without the risk of re-ignition.

How does a Li-ion battery fire suppression system work?

Rosenbauer’s extinguishing system for li-ion battery fire suppression punctures the battery box with a piercing-type nozzle. Water is then discharged through an attached hoseline, flowing directly into the battery unit itself. Copious amounts of water.

Why are Li-ion batteries a fire suppression agent?

Li-Ion battery cells are densely stored in their packs making it hard for a fire suppression agent to reach the fire. The production of oxygen during electrolyte decomposition supports the chemical processes that occur during a fire.

Does Stat-X extinguish a battery fire?

In the event of a fire, Stat-X units automatically release ultra-fine particles and propellant inert gasses which effectively extinguish fires using less mass of agent than any other conventional extinguishing system. The Stat-X aerosol extinguishing product was tested for efficacy in suppressing Li-ion battery fires.

Can a battery fire be extinguished with water?

The group’s report, “ Best Practices for Emergency Response to Incidents Involving Electric Vehicle Battery Hazards: A Report on Full-Scale Testing Results,” which is available at nfpa.org, includes many lessons learned, such as the need for copious amounts of water to extinguish a burning li-ion battery fire.