Fire Classes
Class D Fires: Metal
Hydrogel can be used on certain metal fires by rapidly cooling the burning material and creating a stable thermal barrier. Class D fires involve combustible metals such as magnesium and lithium metal, which can burn at extremely high temperatures and require specialized firefighting approaches.
The Hydrogel adheres to hot surfaces, reducing heat transfer and helping to prevent fire spread to surrounding materials. Unlike conventional extinguishing agents, Hydrogel provides sustained cooling and thermal isolation, helping to lower temperatures quickly and reduce the risk of re-ignition.
Metal fires can react violently to unsuitable extinguishing agents. For this reason, the suitability of Hydrogel depends on the type of metal involved and the specific fire conditions.
Its cooling and insulating properties make Hydrogel a valuable solution for selected high-temperature industrial applications and specific metal fire scenarios.
