In the field of fire prevention and fighting, IG (Inert Gas) is increasingly popular due to its safety and outstanding efficiency. With the ability to extinguish fires effectively and environmentally friendly, IG gas has become the first choice of fire extinguishing agent in developed countries.
1. What is IG gas?
IG gas is the general name for inert gases, which are gases that are difficult to react chemically to form other compounds, mainly mixtures containing Argon, Nitrogen, and sometimes CO₂, commonly used in fire extinguishing systems. IG gases are non-toxic, non-conductive, and do not create dangerous chemical reactions in a fire environment, so they are safe for people and equipment.
2. Working principle of IG gas in fire fighting
The IG gas fire extinguishing system operates on the principle of reducing the oxygen concentration in the fire area, stopping the fire process without affecting people within safe limits. Specifically, when the system is activated, IG gas is sprayed and reduces the oxygen concentration to about 10-14%, a threshold sufficient to suppress the fire but not seriously affect the health of people nearby.
3. Why should IG gas be used?
- Environmentally friendly: IG gas does not cause greenhouse effect, does not destroy the ozone layer and is one of the most environmentally friendly options in fire suppression systems today.
- Safety for electronic devices: Since IG gas is non-conductive and leaves no residue, it is very safe to protect electronic devices and important data storage areas.
- Harmless to humans: With a concentration sufficient to extinguish fire but not too low to affect human health, IG gas creates a safer environment compared to some other types of fire extinguishing agents.
4. Applications of IG gas
IG gas is suitable for use in closed spaces such as:
- Server room and data center: IG gas protects electronic equipment from fire without causing damage from water or foam.
- Important document archive: Museums, libraries and data archives can all use IG gas to prevent fires and protect valuable assets.
- Electrical room and transformer station:With its non-conductive properties, IG gas is the optimal choice for complex electrical systems.
5. Common types of IG gases
- IG-100 (Nitrogen 100%): Pure Nitrogen gas, safe and effective in fire extinguishing systems.
- IG-01 (Argon 100%): Contains 100% Argon gas, has high stability and is suitable for spaces requiring protection of electronic equipment.
- IG-55 (50% Nitrogen, 50% Argon): The combination of Nitrogen and Argon, provides powerful fire extinguishing ability and is environmentally friendly.
- IG-541 (52% Nitrogen, 40% Argon, 8% CO₂): The mixture is highly stable and is used in many modern fire protection systems.
6. IG gas and future fire prevention trends
With its environmental advantages and high efficiency in extinguishing fire without causing harm to equipment or people, IG gas is an inevitable trend in the future of the fire protection industry. Many developed countries are switching to using IG gas to replace traditional fire extinguishing agents, not only to meet environmental protection standards but also to ensure the safety of the community and property.
IG gas is a new step forward in the fire protection industry, providing modern and sustainable solutions for organizations and businesses worldwide.
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