Is ANSUL R-102 wet or dry?

Ansul R-102 Wet Chemical Fire Suppression Systems.

Is ANSUL wet chemical?

The ANSUL LVS wet chemical system has been extensively tested and is currently FM Approved for use in stand-alone systems providing fire suppression as well as superior cooling. LVS wet chemical fire suppression characteristics are very similar to dry chemical, with the added cooling feature that dry chemical lacks.

What’s ANSUL system?

The Ansul Kitchen System is a pre-engineered, automatic fire suppression system that can tackle large, hazardous fires without human intervention. It is the most widely used kitchen suppression system in the world due to its many features and mechanisms to ensure that they are the safest and most reliable solution.

How long is an Ansul system good for?

A complete inspection of your Ansul kitchen hood fire suppression system should happen regularly — at least once every six months, according to NFPA 96. To complete the inspection, you’ll need to first coordinate maintenance with a factory authorized, trained service technician.

At what temperature does an Ansul system go off?

32 °F to 130 °F
1 The R-102 system shall be capable of operating within a temperature range of 32 °F to 130 °F (0 °C to 54 °C). 2.1.

What chemicals are in an ANSUL system?

Potassium Bicarbonate: Potassium bicarbonate is the basic ingredient used in ANSUL® Purple-K dry chemical; and is a tech- nical grade material. Exposure to this material when used as a fire extinguishing agent is not toxic to humans.

What is the main difference between the ANSUL R-102 kitchen suppression system and the ANSUL Piranha kitchen hood suppression system?

The Ansul Piranha uses PRX wet chemical as opposed to Ansulex used in R-102. This new agent is designed to react with water and created a larger saponified layer. The water discharge cools the cooking oils rapidly below re-flash temperature.

What is wet chemical fire suppression system?

Wet chemical fire suppression systems provide quicker flame knock down than a dry chemical system. The fine droplets suppress the fire and help prevent re-ignition after the discharge is complete.

What is an ANSUL fire extinguisher used for?

This extinguisher is designed to protect commercial cooking equipment with a low pH fire extinguishing agent that provides rapid fire suppression and securement of hot fuels such as combustible vegetable oils or animal fats.