VLITEX (E-)Car Fire Blanket Premium M
We have developed the VLITEX Car Fire Extinguishing Blanket Premium M for use with lithium-ion fires. The fabric made of special glass fibers withstands the high temperatures of battery fires. It is used in case of lithium-ion battery fires as a barrier blanket, but also preventively. If the battery ignites, flames and heat remain under the cover, the battery can burn down in a controlled manner. The blanket is reusable. We offer different sizes, some with additional longer handles.
Description
Bringing e-vehicle fires quickly under control
The Premium M fire blanket is our fire containment blanket designed specifically for battery fires. Preventively, it is placed over an accidental e-vehicle to protect the surrounding area in case of fire. Used as a fire blanket, it reliably and quickly smothers conventional fires. It keeps an e-fire under cover, minimizing damage to the surrounding area. Conventional extinguishing agents are not necessary and therefore do not enter the environment.
The special glass fiber fabric with the particularly dense silicone coating can withstand temperatures of up to 1,000°C over long periods, and even 1,300°C at peak temperatures. A battery fire, which requires no oxygen and therefore cannot be smothered, burns in a controlled manner under the blanket. The Premium M fire blanket is suitable for anyone who regularly deals with fires. Depending on the fire load, it can be used several times
Fight fire. Fast and intuitive.
Maintenance-free
Fast and intuitive handling
Environmentally friendly
Extremely temperature resistant
Smoke control
Reusable several times
Weatherproof
No contamination of the environment with water or other extinguishing agents
The VLITEX car fire blanket in use
FAQs
Both silica and silicone-coated fiberglass are effective materials for fire-rated blankets, but there are some differences:
Material and properties
- Silicone-coated glass fiber fabric: Glass fiber fabric is a material consisting of extremely fine glass fibers. It is known for its resistance to high temperatures, its excellent tensile strength and its good insulating properties. The silicone coating improves the fire-retardant properties of the fabric, ensures an increased smothering effect and thermal insulation of the fire. It also contributes to increased resistance to weathering, UV radiation and chemical influences.
- Silica (silicon dioxide): Silica fiber fabric has a high proportion of pure silicon dioxide. It has an even higher temperature resistance than glass fiber fabric and retains its strength and flexibility even at extremely high temperatures. It is also chemically inert, which means that it does not react with most chemicals.
Temperature resistance
- The temperature resistance of silicone-coated glass fiber fabric depends on the type of glass fiber. The Premium M from VLITEX can withstand temperatures of up to 1,000 °C, and even 1,300 °C for short periods.
- Silica fiber fabric withstands temperatures of up to 1,500 °C.
Costs
- Silica blankets are usually more expensive than blankets made of silicone-coated glass fiber fabric due to the higher cost of the pure silica fibers.
- While blankets made of special glass fiber fabric can be used several times depending on the fire load, the silica blanket is a purely disposable product because its fibers shrink when exposed to heat.
No, our special fiberglass fabric is not classified as an environmentally harmful or even hazardous material. And the silicone coating does not release dangerous toxins into the environment. The silicone also does not contain perfluorinated and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds known as PFAS.
No, a new ceiling is weatherproof, maintenance-free and without expiration date.
In principle, this also applies to used blankets. Here, please note that the ceiling is contaminated with toxic fire residues. So store in such a way that this does not cause any adverse effects.
It depends on the fire load: How long was the blanket exposed to how high temperatures? Has it possibly been mechanically damaged, i.e. has cracks or holes?
We have observed that sometimes the silicone coating reacts and white spots are seen. A perfectly normal reaction where the silicone coating burns into the fiberglass. The function of the ceiling is not affected!
Cracks and holes up to the size of a handball do not negatively affect the effectiveness of the blanket.
In principle, yes. In one experiment, the blanket was filled with water and it was observed that the water held. Even acids or alkalis cannot harm it.
The fire blanket itself does not contain any substances that require special disposal. It should simply be put in the household waste. After the fire, however, toxic residues adhere to it, making it necessary to dispose of it properly – together with the remaining fire debris.
The fire blanket can be cleaned in the same way as firefighting clothing. Alternatively, dirt and fire residue can be removed with water and a broom at an approved wash station.
Important: Fire residues contain toxins. Please exercise due care and always put the protection of health first. So, it may be appropriate to dispose of a blanket after a fire incident.
No, because a battery fire cannot be extinguished by oxygen deprivation. Here, the ceiling acts as a shield against surrounding objects or even building fabric. This is because flames and heat remain under the ceiling and smoke development is greatly reduced. In addition, flying parts can be stopped.
An independent, international testing institute confirms that the material can withstand temperatures of over 1,000 °C. Write to us if you need more detailed information about this.
The ceiling is highly resistant to tearing. The maximum tensile strength of the fabric is 2,200 N / 5 cm. Theoretically, an ordinary car could be suspended from a 1 x 1 m piece of fabric without it tearing.
However, we have already inspected damage to fire blankets caused by improper application or removal. Therefore, we recommend to practice overlaying the ceiling. Because with the right momentum, the fire blanket glides over the fire object almost as if on a cushion of air and then sinks. Likewise, the removal should be rehearsed, where ideally the ceiling is first folded over.
That depends on the intended use:
A conventional fire suffocates under the ceiling after a few minutes. For safety, the blanket should be left over the object for 20 – 30 minutes. It makes sense to use a thermal imaging camera to ensure that the temperature under the ceiling has dropped below 200°C. Cooling can be accelerated by water.
If an electric car is on fire, the fire blanket can only ensure that the fire does not spread, heat and flames remain under the blanket and smoke development is reduced. You do not extinguish a battery by interrupting the oxygen supply! Here it is essential to make sure that the temperature has dropped. Caution: Battery cells can react and rekindle the fire even after many hours.
If an accident e-car is to be towed, then the fire blanket can secure the transport and storage. If the battery starts to burn, the environment is protected. Our Car Service Set Premium M is best suited for this application. In this set, the e-car can also simply remain safely packed for several days.
The fire blanket in standard format 6 x 8 m weighs approx. 27 kg. In the VLITEX carrying bag, it can therefore be carried to the site by one person. There, two people are required to spread the blanket and pull it over the burning object. If there is little room to start, then it is helpful if one or two other people hold the end of the blanket, making it easier to spread out a short distance.
The VLITEX Fire Blanket Premium S withstands 600 °C over a longer period of time and 1,000 °C in peaks.
We have developed the VLITEX Fire Blanket Premium M especially for battery fires. These become particularly hot and can even exceed 1,000 °C for a short time. In numerous tests, we found that the blanket can withstand these temperatures well. 1,000 °C over longer phases and even 1,300 °C in peaks were no problem.
And the fire blanket is even certified as the only one on the market: The independent institute KIWA confirms the suitability of the VLITEX extinguishing blanket Premium M for battery fires.
The fire blanket is made of silicone-coated fiberglass fabric.
Additional information
Material | Base material: 560 g/m2 special glass fiber fabric with silicone coating on both sides – acid and chemical resistant |
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Temperature resistance | Up to 1,000°C (short-term up to over 1,300°C) |
Reusability | Multiple – depending on the fire load |
Maintenance | No maintenance required, material is weatherproof and will not corrode |
Sizes & Weight | M 6 x 8 m – ML 6 x 8 m, approx. 27 kg Other sizes on request. ML version with additional longer pull handles. |
Suitability | Designed for battery fires. Of course, also suitable for conventional fires. Recommended for fire departments or organizations that regularly fight fires. |