Respondol ATF 3-3
Alcohol Resistant Fluorine Free (FF) Foam Concentrate
Respondol ATF 3-3 is a superior quality 3% synthetic fluorine free (F3) foam concentrate, designed for extinguishing and securing all types of flammable liquid fires and Class A incidents.
Respondol ATF 3-3 has been designed specifically for emergency responders who are faced with a variety of risks in a range of situations.
Respondol ATF 3-3 is a patented combination of surfactants and other ingredients to produce a vapour sealing blanket of foam that rapidly spreads over the surface of the fuel to provide rapid control and extinguishment.
- Unique patented formulation only available from Angus Fire.
- Specifically designed for those emergency responders under environmental pressures.
- Approved to EN1568 part 3 and 4 on all fuels and all water types.
- UL listing and Lastfire.
- Independently GreenScreen Certified to Silver.
- Low viscosity allows easy induction.
- Suitable for use with fresh and sea water.
- 100% biodegradable.
Performance Approvals
- Respondol ATF 3-3 is independently tested and certified to EN1568:2008 parts 3 and 4. Performance exceeds the requirements of these tests.
- Audited and approved to Underwriters Laboratories UL162 (7th Edition).
- Passed Lastfire with excellent results in fresh and sea water.
- Meets the requirements and certified to IMO MSC.1/Circ.1312.
- Fully GreenScreen Certified to Silver.
Applications
Respondol ATF 3-3 is used in high risk situations where hydrocarbons (such as oils, gasoline, diesel fuel, and aviation kerosene) and/or polar solvents (such as alcohols, ketones, esters, and ethers) are stored, processed, or transported.
Respondol ATF 3-3 provides a vapour suppressing foam blanket on unignited hydrocarbon spills.
Can also be used as a wetting agent in combating fires in Class A materials such as wood, paper, and tyres.
Equipment
Respondol ATF 3-3 is intended for use at 3% (3 parts concentrate to 97 parts of water) on hydrocarbons and polar solvents.
It is readily proportioned using conventional foam proportioning equipment such as portable and fixed (in-line) foam venturi proportioners.
Respondol ATF 3-3 should be used with air aspirating discharge devices such as low expansion branchpipes and other devices.
Physical Properties
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Appearance |
Light yellow liquid |
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Specific gravity @ 20°C |
1.00 – 1.04 |
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pH @ 20°C |
7 - 8 |
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Viscosity (cP) |
Non-newtonian |
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Max. continuous storage temp. (°C) |
49 |
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Max. intermittent storage temp. (°C) |
60 |
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Freezing point |
-6 |
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Effect of freeze/thaw |
No performance loss |
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Lowest use temperature (°C) |
1.7 |
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Expansion ratio* |
≥ 7:1 |
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25% drainage time* |
≥ 1 hour |
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* Foam generated using the U.K. Defence Standard DEF42-40 5 lpm branchpipe at 7 Bar pressure. Foam collected in a 1630 ml N.F.P.A. drainage pan.
Compatibility
Respondol ATF 3-3 is suitable for use in combination with:
- Soft or hard, fresh, brackish or sea water.
- Expanded protein-based or synthetic foams for application to a fire in sequence or simultaneously.
Storage
Respondol ATF 3-3 is exceptionally stable in long-term storage. A shelf-life of at least ten years can be expected if it is stored correctly.
Environment
Respondol ATF 3-3 is 100% biodegradable and is manufactured without any added fluorinated surfactants or fluorinated polymers.
GreenScreen Certified shows a complete assessment of the formulation, including impurities, has been conducted to assess impact on over 20 end-points. Visit www.greenscreenchemicals.org for more information.
