Comparison of Clean Agent and Water Mist
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Technical Comparison of Clean Agent and Water Mist Fire System |
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Feature |
Clean Agent Fire System (Novec 1230 / FM-200) |
High Pressure Water Mist System |
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Suppression Mechanism |
Chemical inhibition + Heat absorption |
Evaporative cooling + Oxygen displacement |
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Impact on Electronics |
Zero Impact. Non-conductive, residue-free |
Minimal. Ultrafine mist evaporates; low risk of wetting |
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Primary Application |
Server rooms, Control rooms, IT halls |
Power rooms, Diesel generators, Cable tunnels |
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Footprint |
Requires cylinder storage room (High space demand) |
Compact pump units and small-diameter piping |
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Environmental Impact |
Novec 1230 (GWP=1); FM-200 (GWP=3220) |
Excellent. Pure water, 100% eco-friendly |
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Maintenance Cost |
Higher (Cylinder pressure checks & agent refills) |
Lower (Focus on pump sets and water tanks) |
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Occupant Safety |
Safe (within designed concentration limits) |
Extremely Safe. Non-toxic; cools and scrubs smoke |
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Post-Discharge Recovery |
Immediate. No cleanup necessary |
Fast. Minimal water cleanup may be required |

NOVEC 1230 Fire System FM200 Fire Suppression System
FM200 Fire Suppression System (HFC-227ea) and NOVEC 1230 / FK5112 Fire Suppression System are advanced clean agent fire suppression systems designed in accordance with NFPA 2001 standards, for fast, reliable, and residue-free fire protection. These systems are widely used in critical environments where water-based fire fighting systems are not suitable.

High Pressure Water Mist Fire Suppression System
A water mist system is a fire protection system which uses very fine water sprays (i.e. water mist).
The small water droplets allow the water mist to control, suppress or extinguish fires by: Cooling both the flame and surrounding gases by evaporation---Absorb Heat&Cooling Displacing oxygen by evaporation---Isolate Oxygen Attenuating radiant heat by the small droplets themselves---Isolate Heat.
PRI-SAFETY Design Drawing
We provide one-stop fire suppression solutions.
Our professional engineers will provide the most suitable solution for you based on NFPA standard, Please send us your project drawings, and we will provide you with calculations together with piping layout and calculate sheet, as well as CAD drawings.
Our Clean Agent Fire System and High Pressure Water Mist Fire System is a proven solution designed for fast and reliable fire protection in large and complex enclosed spaces.
One-Stop Fire Protection Solution from Design to Training
We provide a complete one-stop service, covering project design, customized manufacturing, installation support and technical training, ensuring smooth delivery from concept to operation.
Drawings and Installation Example of Previous Novec1230 Fire System Project


Drawings and Installation Example of Previous High Pressure Water Mist Project


Workshop
20+ years experience Manufacturer of Fire Suppression System
PRI-SAFETY factory was built in 2005, with 40 workers, including production workers, assembly workers, quality inspectors, and so on. PRI-SAFETY is a national high-tech enterprise focusing on the research, design and manufacture of automatic fire suppression systems and fire fighting equipment. Below is some batch orders picture of Novec1230 Fire System and Water Mist Fire System








Product Details
Detailed Configuration of Novec 1230 Fire System and Water Mist Fire System
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FAQ
1. What is the High Pressure Water Mist Fire System and how does it work?
The High Pressure Water Mist Fire System works by converting water into fine mist particles under high pressure. These mist particles absorb heat and reduce temperatures, quickly extinguishing fires while preventing water-related damage to sensitive equipment.
2. What are the main differences between FM200 and NOVEC 1230 systems?
FM200 and NOVEC 1230 are both clean agent systems, but NOVEC 1230 is an environmentally-friendly agent with higher global environmental ratings, making it ideal for environments with strict environmental standards. FM200 is a well-established extinguishing agent suitable for many industrial applications.
3. Which fire suppression system should I choose for my data center?
For server rooms, battery rooms, and UPS rooms, FM200 or NOVEC 1230 are ideal for protecting equipment. For cooling rooms and areas where water sensitivity is a concern, the High Pressure Water Mist Fire System is the best choice.
4. How does the Clean Agent Fire Suppression System help save on maintenance costs?
The Clean Agent Fire Suppression System quickly extinguishes fires without causing damage to equipment, reducing repair and replacement costs. This leads to lower long-term maintenance costs.
5. What are the advantages of a Water Mist Fire System?
The Water Mist Fire System is highly effective at controlling fires while using very little water, which reduces the risk of water damage to electronic equipment. It is particularly suitable for areas like server rooms and sensitive environments where water use must be minimized.
6. Can the system function effectively in high-temperature environments?
Yes, our fire suppression systems are specifically designed to work in high-temperature environments and provide fast responses to potential fire threats, ensuring the safety of the facility.
7. Are you a factory? Can you provide design services?
Yes, we are factory, with 20+years experience of fire system production, fire solution design, technical support, installation guidance, one stop services.
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Company Profile

PRI-SAFETY FIRE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
PRI-SAFETY factory was built in 2005, is a national high-tech enterprise focusing on the research, design and manufacture of automatic fire suppression systems and fire fighting equipment.
And the main products we produce include : Vehicle and Mechanical Equipment Automatic Fire Suppression System, Kitchen Fire System, Heptafluoropropane Gas Fire Suppression System, FM200/FK-5112 Tool Flooding System, Water Mist Fire System, Compressed Air Foam Equipment(CAFS), Fire Trace Fire system, etc
We not only produce fire system but also provide various fire solution design, technical support, installation guidance, one stop services, support OEM/ODM.
Any question, like installlation, feel free to contact us, we are always online. And we has passed ISO9001:2015 quality management system certification, and its has CE and EN certification, UN ECE R107 certificate for vehicle safety.









