Linteris, G.
(2004),
Limits to the Effectiveness of Metal-Containing Fire Suppressants, NIST Interagency/Internal Report (NISTIR), National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD, [online], https://doi.org/10.6028/NIST.IR.7177 (Accessed May 18, 2026)
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Limits to the Effectiveness of Metal-Containing Fire Suppressants
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This report reviews the literature on metal inhibition of flames and identifies metal species with potential as fire suppressant additives. To provide a basis for discussion, the detailed mechanism of inhibition of iron is reviewed, and the reasons for its loss of effectiveness are described. The demonstrated flame inhibiting properties of other metals is then discussed, followed by a description of the potential loss of effectiveness for these other metals.Citation
NIST Interagency/Internal Report (NISTIR) - 7177
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7177
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fire suppression, flame inhibition, Halon replacements, metal flame inhibitors
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Created December 1, 2004, Updated November 10, 2018