Fingerhuth fire containment blanket / fire blanket S-TYPE Battery Fire blanket for batteries
- Available in 7 sizes
- Heat resistance: 1,600°C (short-term), 1,200°C (long-term)
- Water-permeable fabric
- Including trolley or PVC insert bag
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Technical data
| Grammage (g/m²): | 1 150 |
|---|---|
| Heat resistance (permanent) ° C: | 1,200 |
| Heat resistance (short-term) ° C: | 1 600 |
| Material: | Silica fabric |
| Material thickness (mm): | 1,4 |
| Suitable for: | Small electrical appliances and batteries |
| Weight (kg): | 4 |
Product information „Fingerhuth fire containment blanket / fire blanket S-TYPE Battery“
Overview
The S-TYPE battery fire containment blanket has been specially developed for fire containment in lithium-ion batteries and high-voltage battery systems. It serves to reduce the effects of a battery fire, contain flames and flying sparks, and limit the spread of heat to the surrounding area.
The blanket consists of a high-temperature-resistant silicate fabric with a vermiculite coating on both sides and can withstand temperatures of up to 1,200 °C over the long term. This makes it particularly suitable for use with electric vehicles, battery storage systems and individual lithium-ion batteries.
Unlike conventional fire blankets, the S-TYPE has been specially developed to meet the requirements of modern lithium batteries. It supports controlled fire containment and helps to protect people, buildings and property from the consequences of thermal runaway.
Available sizes
Version with PVC storage bag
|
Dimensions |
Area |
Weight |
|
1,5 × 1,5 m |
2,25 m² |
approx. 4,0 kg |
|
1,5 × 2,0 m |
3,0 m² |
approx. 5,1 kg |
|
2,0 × 2,0 m |
4,0 m² |
approx. 6,5 kg |
|
2,0 × 3,0 m |
6,0 m² |
approx. 9,4 kg |
|
3,0 × 3,0 m |
9,0 m² |
approx. 13,3 kg |
|
3,0 × 4,0 m |
12,0 m² |
approx. 17,2 kg |
Version with trolley
|
Dimensions |
Area |
Weight |
|
4,5 × 5,0 m |
22,5 m² |
approx. 30,65 kg |
Scope of use & application
The S-TYPE battery fire suppression blanket is suitable for numerous applications involving lithium-ion batteries:
- Electric vehicles and high-voltage vehicles
- Battery and energy storage systems
- Workshops and service centres
- Car manufacturers and suppliers
- Recycling and waste disposal companies
- Fire brigades and emergency services
- Logistics and warehousing areas
- Testing and development centres
The blanket is placed over the affected battery system or vehicle and serves to contain flames, heat and ejected particles as locally as possible. This helps to protect surrounding areas and reduce consequential damage.
Technical data
Base fabric: silicate fabric (SL Silica Fabric)
Grammage: 1,150 g/m²
Material thickness: 1.4 mm
Coating: vermiculite on both sides
Colour: Golden brown
Temperature resistance: up to 1,200 °C (long-term)
Temperature resistance: up to 1,600 °C (short-term)
Fire behaviour: A1 in accordance with DIN EN 13501-1
Application: Fire containment for electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries
Safety features
High-temperature-resistant material
The S-TYPE fire containment blanket consists of a special silicate fabric with a vermiculite coating. The material is designed for temperatures of up to 1,200 °C and offers high thermal resistance in the event of battery fires.
Flame and heat containment
The blanket helps to contain flames, flying sparks and radiant heat. This helps to reduce the spread of a fire to neighbouring vehicles, machinery or building structures.
Mechanically robust fabric
With a high tensile strength of over 2,700 N/5 cm in the warp direction and over 2,200 N/5 cm in the weft direction, the blanket is also suitable for demanding operating conditions.
Non-combustible material
The material meets the requirements of fire class A1 in accordance with DIN EN 13501-1 and is therefore classified as a non-combustible building material.
Certifications & tests
The S-TYPE battery fire barrier ceiling has been tested in accordance with relevant standards and test procedures:
- Tested in accordance with DIN SPEC 91489:2024
- Tested in accordance with DIN EN 13501-1
- Tested in accordance with DIN 54345-1
These tests confirm the blanket’s suitability for use with lithium-ion batteries and high-voltage vehicles.
Instructions for use & operation
- The fire containment blanket is designed to contain and shield a fire incident.
- It is not a substitute for a risk assessment or fire safety measures.
- The blanket should be positioned completely over the affected object.
- After use, the blanket must be checked for damage.
- For professional use, it is recommended that the blanket be integrated into existing fire safety and emergency plans.
- The appropriate blanket size should be selected based on the specific application.
Advantages at a glance
- Specially developed for lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles
- Temperature-resistant up to 1,200 °C over the long term
- Temperature-resistant up to 1,600 °C for short periods
- Non-combustible in accordance with fire class A1
- Vermiculite
- High mechanical strength
- Various sizes for batteries, modules and vehicles
- Available with either a wall-mounted pocket or an IP67 trolley
- Tested in accordance with DIN SPEC 91489:2024
Conclusion
The S-TYPE battery fire containment blanket offers a professional solution for containing fires involving lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles. Thanks to the combination of high-temperature-resistant silicate fabric, tested material properties and a range of sizes, it is equally suitable for industry, workshops, logistics, emergency services and fire brigades. It supports an effective fire safety strategy and helps to reduce the impact of thermal runaway on the surrounding area.
| Grammage (g/m²): | 1 150 |
|---|---|
| Heat resistance (permanent) ° C: | 1,200 |
| Heat resistance (short-term) ° C: | 1 600 |
| Material: | Silica fabric |
| Material thickness (mm): | 1,4 |
| Suitable for: | Small electrical appliances and batteries |
| Weight (kg): | 4 |
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FAQ
Unfortunately not. Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries are chemical fires that are independent of oxygen. They continue to burn even if they are deprived of oxygen or if you try to extinguish them with water as you would conventionally.
Nevertheless, the fire brigade uses water to cool the burning battery. Even after hours, a battery can ignite again.
The only thing that helps here is a controlled burn-off and fire containment to prevent the fire from spreading to the surrounding area due to high temperatures or escaping flames.
The name “fire blanket” is common, but misleading. These special, high-temperature-resistant blankets do not extinguish battery fires. What works on the grill does not work on lithium batteries.
With fire blankets, the name says it all: they contain the fire and thus also the damage, giving you time to alert the local fire brigade, who will decide on further fire-fighting measures.
Find out more about this topic in our blog articles:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/brandbekaempfungsstrategien-fuer-elektrofahrzeuge
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/akku-braende-bekaempfen-kuehlen-kontrollieren-oder-abwarten
The German DIN SPEC 91489 provides clarity for stakeholders in various industries.
DIN SPEC 91489 contains several requirements for fire-retardant ceilings, the most important of which are listed below:
- General requirements
Properties such as loops, size of the blanket, storage, etc. are mentioned. - Thermal resistance
The DIN SPEC requires a minimum ISO13591-1 classification B. However, the Fire Isolator fire blankets have a higher (the highest) classification: A1. - Mechanical stability
Resistance to cutting, stability of loops, etc. - Electrostatic charge
- Protection against electric shock
- Chemical resistance
- Markings
- Manufacturer information
- Minimum content of the test report
- Training for use by first responders
DIN SPEC 91489 requires that fire blankets can be used quickly and easily by two trained responders wearing personal protective equipment and breathing apparatus.
In the event of a battery fire, such a blanket provides valuable time to alert the fire department and prevent the flames from spreading. This applies to all possible uses, be it a cell phone, a laptop, an e-scooter, a factory robot or an electric car.
This question will be answered by the local fire department, because they are always to be alerted and they initiate further fire-fighting measures.
It is highly dangerous to let a burning electric car burn out under such a blanket and wait until it is all over. A battery fire could last for days and reignite repeatedly. Among other things, the fire produces toxic gases that must be contained as quickly as possible.
The right size of fire blanket depends largely on the size of the burning object and its size. An e-scooter requires a smaller blanket than an e-car or a forklift.
Roughly measure how large the blanket needs to be so that it still lies flat on the ground around the object, with a 1-2m overhang. Don't forget to take the height into account (e.g. SUV). This is the only way to ensure that toxic gases remain under the blanket for the most part and that flames have no chance of igniting the area around the source of the fire.
Here are some examples of common sizes:
Automobiles:
Larger vehicles such as station wagons, SUVs, sedans, forklifts: The fire blanket should be at least 6x8 meters (taking into account the height of the vehicle).
Medium-sized vehicles: The fire blanket should be at least 5x6m in size.
Smaller electric vehicles, e.g. warehouse robots: The fire blanket should be at least 3x4m in size.
Appliances with batteries, such as cordless screwdrivers, garden tools: The fire blanket should be at least 1.5x1.5m in size.
Cell phones and laptops: The fire blanket should be at least 1.5x1.5m in size.
There are also differences in the materials used. The fire blankets differ, for example, in their composition, material thickness and temperature resistance. This is crucial, for example, if the blankets are to be used directly on batteries, not installed, as in vehicles.
When making your purchase, don't forget the weight of the blankets. A large blanket can quickly weigh 25-45 kg. Here, for example, there is the option of storing it in a trolley.
In the event of a fire and the active use of the blanket, no. We strongly advise against it. Firstly, the extreme temperatures can cause damage to the material that cannot be reliably assessed by laypersons. Secondly, fires produce toxic gases that are harmful to health and can adhere to the material.
The ceiling can be used repeatedly for protection if there is no damage.
Here, too, the size and the fire behavior of the object are crucial. An e-bike battery reaches different temperatures than the fire of an electric car.
When an electric vehicle catches fire, temperatures of up to 1,000°C can be reached – and even peaks of 1,200°C for a short time.
Due to the different fire behavior, it is not possible to make an accurate statement about the temperatures that will arise and the duration of the fire.
Unfortunately not. Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries are chemical fires that are independent of oxygen. They continue to burn even if they are deprived of oxygen or if you try to extinguish them with water as you would conventionally.
Nevertheless, the fire brigade uses water to cool the burning battery. Even after hours, a battery can ignite again.
The only thing that helps here is a controlled burn-off and fire containment to prevent the fire from spreading to the surrounding area due to high temperatures or escaping flames.
The name “fire blanket” is common, but misleading. These special, high-temperature-resistant blankets do not extinguish battery fires. What works on the grill does not work on lithium batteries.
With fire blankets, the name says it all: they contain the fire and thus also the damage, giving you time to alert the local fire brigade, who will decide on further fire-fighting measures.
Find out more about this topic in our blog articles:
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/brandbekaempfungsstrategien-fuer-elektrofahrzeuge
https://www.lion-care.com/aktuelles/blog/akku-braende-bekaempfen-kuehlen-kontrollieren-oder-abwarten
The German DIN SPEC 91489 provides clarity for stakeholders in various industries.
DIN SPEC 91489 contains several requirements for fire-retardant ceilings, the most important of which are listed below:
- General requirements
Properties such as loops, size of the blanket, storage, etc. are mentioned. - Thermal resistance
The DIN SPEC requires a minimum ISO13591-1 classification B. However, the Fire Isolator fire blankets have a higher (the highest) classification: A1. - Mechanical stability
Resistance to cutting, stability of loops, etc. - Electrostatic charge
- Protection against electric shock
- Chemical resistance
- Markings
- Manufacturer information
- Minimum content of the test report
- Training for use by first responders
DIN SPEC 91489 requires that fire blankets can be used quickly and easily by two trained responders wearing personal protective equipment and breathing apparatus.
In the event of a battery fire, such a blanket provides valuable time to alert the fire department and prevent the flames from spreading. This applies to all possible uses, be it a cell phone, a laptop, an e-scooter, a factory robot or an electric car.
This question will be answered by the local fire department, because they are always to be alerted and they initiate further fire-fighting measures.
It is highly dangerous to let a burning electric car burn out under such a blanket and wait until it is all over. A battery fire could last for days and reignite repeatedly. Among other things, the fire produces toxic gases that must be contained as quickly as possible.
The right size of fire blanket depends largely on the size of the burning object and its size. An e-scooter requires a smaller blanket than an e-car or a forklift.
Roughly measure how large the blanket needs to be so that it still lies flat on the ground around the object, with a 1-2m overhang. Don't forget to take the height into account (e.g. SUV). This is the only way to ensure that toxic gases remain under the blanket for the most part and that flames have no chance of igniting the area around the source of the fire.
Here are some examples of common sizes:
Automobiles:
Larger vehicles such as station wagons, SUVs, sedans, forklifts: The fire blanket should be at least 6x8 meters (taking into account the height of the vehicle).
Medium-sized vehicles: The fire blanket should be at least 5x6m in size.
Smaller electric vehicles, e.g. warehouse robots: The fire blanket should be at least 3x4m in size.
Appliances with batteries, such as cordless screwdrivers, garden tools: The fire blanket should be at least 1.5x1.5m in size.
Cell phones and laptops: The fire blanket should be at least 1.5x1.5m in size.
There are also differences in the materials used. The fire blankets differ, for example, in their composition, material thickness and temperature resistance. This is crucial, for example, if the blankets are to be used directly on batteries, not installed, as in vehicles.
When making your purchase, don't forget the weight of the blankets. A large blanket can quickly weigh 25-45 kg. Here, for example, there is the option of storing it in a trolley.
In the event of a fire and the active use of the blanket, no. We strongly advise against it. Firstly, the extreme temperatures can cause damage to the material that cannot be reliably assessed by laypersons. Secondly, fires produce toxic gases that are harmful to health and can adhere to the material.
The ceiling can be used repeatedly for protection if there is no damage.
Here, too, the size and the fire behavior of the object are crucial. An e-bike battery reaches different temperatures than the fire of an electric car.
When an electric vehicle catches fire, temperatures of up to 1,000°C can be reached – and even peaks of 1,200°C for a short time.
Due to the different fire behavior, it is not possible to make an accurate statement about the temperatures that will arise and the duration of the fire.