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Firedetec CO₂ Fire Suppression Systems
High-performance CO₂ fire suppression systems for electrical equipment and enclosed industrial machinery.
CO₂ Fire Suppression Systems
Quick Technical Summary
| Fire Classes | B, Electrical equipment |
| Suppression Performance | Rapid oxygen displacement |
| Activation | Fully autonomous pneumatic |
| Power Requirement | No external power required |
| Integration | Compact for electrical cabinets and machinery enclosures |
| Discharge Configuration | Direct or indirect |
| Cylinder Sizes | 2 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg, 30 kg, 50 kg |
Firedetec CO₂ Fire Suppression Systems
Fire Suppression for Electrical and Industrial Equipment
Rotarex Firedetec CO₂ fire suppression systems are designed to provide fast and residue-free fire suppression in enclosed electrical equipment and industrial machinery.
Engineered for environments where contamination or equipment damage must be avoided, these systems provide reliable suppression for electrical installations, control cabinets and automated machinery.
Because CO₂ leaves no residue after discharge, protected equipment can often be returned to operation quickly once the area is ventilated.
What Is a Firedetec CO₂ Fire Suppression System?
Clean Fire Suppression
Rotarex Firedetec CO₂ fire suppression systems release carbon dioxide gas into a protected enclosure to extinguish fire.
The extinguishing mechanism works through two primary effects.
Oxygen displacement
CO₂ reduces the oxygen concentration inside the enclosure below the level required for combustion, suppressing the fire rapidly.
Cooling effect
The expansion of CO₂ gas also creates a cooling effect that further reduces flame intensity.
Because CO₂ is a clean gaseous agent, it evaporates completely after discharge and leaves no residue on protected equipment.
This makes CO₂ particularly suitable for protecting electrical cabinets, CNC machines and sensitive industrial equipment where contamination from powder or foam is unacceptable.
Fire Classes Covered
Protection for Electrical and Liquid Fire Risks
Rotarex Firedetec CO₂ fire suppression systems are effective against:
- Class B: Flammable liquids such as lubricants, oils and fuels
- Electrical fires: Energized electrical installations and control equipment
Because CO₂ is non-conductive, it can be used safely around electrical systems without creating short circuits or electrical damage.
These characteristics make CO₂ systems particularly suitable for enclosed technical equipment and industrial automation systems.
Key Benefits
Designed for Equipment Protection
Residue-free fire suppression
CO₂ leaves no powder or chemical residue, preventing contamination of electrical and mechanical equipment.
Protection of sensitive installations
Ideal for electrical cabinets, control systems and machinery where traditional suppression agents may cause damage.
Rapid fire suppression
CO₂ quickly reduces oxygen concentration in enclosed spaces, suppressing flames within seconds.
Minimal secondary damage
Unlike powder systems, CO₂ suppression avoids contamination of electronics, sensors and precision components.
Compact system integration
CO₂ cylinders and valves can be integrated easily into machinery enclosures and technical compartments.
Compatibility with autonomous activation
Supports fully mechanical activation without reliance on external power supply.
Suitable Applications
Protection for Enclosed Equipment and Technical Installations
System Configuration
Rotarex Firedetec CO₂ Fire Suppression Systems
CO₂ fire suppression systems are configured as indirect systems, allowing controlled agent distribution based on the hazard layout and enclosure requirements.
The system operates autonomously using a pressurized detection tube that reacts to heat or flame exposure. When the detection tube ruptures, the pressure drop activates the cylinder valve and releases the extinguishing agent through strategically positioned nozzles.
In an indirect Rotarex Firedetec CO₂ system, the detection tube functions solely as a detection device.
When the tube ruptures due to elevated temperature, the pressure drop activates the valve on the CO₂ cylinder. The extinguishing agent is then discharged through a network of pipes and strategically placed nozzles within the protected enclosure.
This configuration allows:
- Distributed agent discharge across the compartment
- Coverage of larger or complex equipment layouts
- Controlled nozzle placement for optimal suppression
- Flexible system design for industrial applications
Indirect systems are typically selected when the protected enclosure requires multiple discharge points or wider coverage.
CO₂ systems can be equipped with additional monitoring and control components to support integration into safety systems.
Examples include:
- Pressure switches for system status monitoring
- Alarm modules for fire detection alerts
- DIMES technology for real-time agent mass monitoring
- Integration with ventilation shutdown or machine stop systems
These add-ons improve system reliability, maintenance visibility and integration with facility safety infrastructure.
Certification & Quality Management
Regulatory Compliance and Controlled Manufacturing Standards
CE certified manufacturing
ISO 9001 certified quality management system
In-house engineering and production
When to Choose Rotarex Firedetec CO₂ Fire Suppression
Clean suppression for electrical and industrial equipment
CO₂ fire suppression is particularly suitable when:
- Protection of electrical equipment is required
- Residue-free fire suppression is necessary
- Contamination of machinery must be avoided
- Enclosed equipment or cabinets require autonomous protection
- Rapid fire suppression is required without damaging sensitive components
Agent selection should always be based on application-specific fire risk assessment.
