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Novec 1230

Synthetic clean-agent fluid (FK-5-1-12) that suppresses fire by heat absorption.

Definition

Novec 1230 is liquid at storage, discharges as gas, and evaporates without residue. Atmospheric lifetime ~5 days (much shorter than legacy halocarbons). Concentration 4.5–6.0%. Common in network operation centres, museums, transformer rooms.

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