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Fast Discharge Valve

Kidde Fire Protection Systems high-speed valves are designed to release agent into the protected compartment within milliseconds. Each extinguisher consists of a high-speed solenoid valve, nonshatterable cylinder and an approved fire suppression agent.

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Benefits & Features
  • Millisecond response time
  • Rapid agent discharge
  • No residual pressure
  • Manual release lever
  • Resets with no repair parts and minor repair includes only O-rings
  • Optional pressure switch
  • Optional flow switch
  • Compatible with SNAP listed
  • Halon alternative suppression agents

Each extinguisher consists of a high-speed solenoid valve, nonshatterable cylinder and an approved fire suppression agent.

There are several variants to support specific applications. Lightweight, small-size, built-in-test diagnostics and discharge flow monitoring are available. The fast-discharge solenoid extinguisher are compatible with all accepted suppression agents for armored vehicle application and are fully qualified to the high shock and vibration levels found in ground combat vehicles.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Actuation 18 to 30 VDC, 10 amps, 30 milliseconds minimum
Manual Actuation 15 to 25 lbs force (6.8kg to 11.3kg)
Charge Pressure 750 psig and 900 psig
Relief Pressure 2000 to 3000 psig
Valve Opening Time < 10 milliseconds
Agent Discharge Time 60 to 160 milliseconds
Leakage Rate <1.0 ounce per year
Storage Volume As required
Empty Weight 17.1 to 30.3 lbs (7.7kg to 13.7kg)
Storage Temperature -67°F (-55°C) to +140°F (71°C)
Operating Temperature -60°F (-51°C) to +140°F (60°C)
Pressure Switch (optional) 319-363 psig
Flow Switch (optional) <15 milliseconds from valve opening
Environmental Qualified to vibration, shock, and humidity requirements of MIL-STD-810 for combat vehicle conditions

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