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What is the particle size of low pressure water mist and how does that compare to high pressure systems?
Particle size is between 50-400 microns at an operating pressure of up to 10 bar. High pressure water misting produces a finer particle size in the rage od 10-150 microns. These ......

Last Update: 2009-07-08

What is low pressure water misting?
AQmist is a class 2/3 water mist as defined by NFPA 750. The mist (average drop size of 300 microns) is normally delivered at pressures of up to 10 bar, using ......

Last Update: 2009-07-08

Why is dry chemical powder used as the extinguising agent in the EngineGuard?
Dry chemical powder was chosen by Autoquench because of its excellent fire fighting properties, and rapid flame knockdown. The Monnex powder used is by far the most efficient extinguishing medium weight for ......

Last Update: 2007-05-30

Is EngineGuard fitted by OEM's?
EngineGuard was developed specifically for commercial engine applications, and has been successfully installed in buses, construction and forestery machines, and military vehicles....

Last Update: 2007-05-30

What is the recommended clean up proceedure?
Excess dry powder can be removed by vacuum. The engine area can be cleaned using an air line or by pressure washing with clean water....

Last Update: 2007-05-30

What size of engine compartment can be protected?
The standard EngineGuard system will protect engine compartments of up to 3 cubic metres. For larger engine bays, more than one cylinder can be used....

Last Update: 2007-05-30

How long does it take to retrofit EngineGuard.
Most vehicles can be retrofitted in 4 hours, including all detectors and electronic pack....

Last Update: 2006-04-24

Can EngineGuard be used with petrol engines?
Yes, the extinguishing agent is suitable for both petrol and diesel engines....

Last Update: 2006-04-24

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