Fingerhuth fire containment blanket / fire blanket S-TYPE KFZ Fire blanket for motor vehicles

Compact information

Available in 7 sizes
Heat resistance: 1,600°C (short-term), 1,200°C (long-term)
Water-permeable fabric
Includes trolley or PVC utility bag

Technical data

Heat resistance (permanent) ° C:	1,200
Heat resistance (short-term) ° C:	1 600
Material:	Silica fabric
Suitable for:	Car, Small vehicles

Product information „Fingerhuth fire containment blanket / fire blanket S-TYPE KFZ“

1. Overview

The Fingerhuth S-TYPE KFZ fire-retardant blanket (hereinafter also referred to synonymously as a fire-extinguishing blanket or fire-protection blanket) is designed to cover damaged or burning devices containing lithium-ion batteries. It serves to isolate flames beneath the blanket as effectively as possible, reduce the temperature and limit explosions beneath the blanket.

Fires involving lithium-ion batteries pose a particular challenge, as conventional fire extinguishers often reach their limits in such situations. The S-TYPE fire containment blanket offers a simple, quick-to-deploy way of enclosing a fire source and thus protecting the surrounding area.

Please note: In everyday language, the term ‘fire blanket’ is frequently used. Technically speaking, this is a fire containment or fire protection blanket – the fire is primarily contained, not actively extinguished.

2. Areas of application & operating conditions

Fire containment and enclosure of fires or fire sources involving lithium-ion batteries
Motor vehicles and lithium-ion batteries
Areas of application: e.g. car workshops, garages, charging stations and warehouse logistics
Use as a heat shield and for the controlled containment of battery fires

3. Technical data

3.1 Material & construction

Fabric: Silicate fabric
Coating: Vermiculite coating
Non-combustible
Permeable to high-frequency signals so as not to interfere with emergency calls

3.2 Temperature resistance

Short-term temperature resistance: up to 1,600 °C
Long-term temperature resistance: 1,200 °C

4. Approvals & Safety Features

Complies with DIN SPEC 91489 (Fire-retardant covers for lithium-ion batteries)
Non-combustible in accordance with DIN EN 13501 (A2)
High electrical resistance (DIN 54345-1)

5. Instructions for use & operation

Basic principle of use:

The blanket is unfolded using the handles and carefully placed over the burning or at-risk object by two people
Depending on the fire load, the fire is usually smothered or significantly contained within a short time. To
ensure sufficient cooling (below approx. 100 °C), the blanket should remain on the object for as long as possible

Important information:

After removing the blanket, check that there is no reignition – even individual battery cells may react again after a delay
Where possible, always use personal protective equipment (PPE)
In the event of a fire, the fire brigade should always be called

Storage / Handling:

Store the blanket in a trolley or in a PVC utility bag
Store in a dry place; do not place any loads directly on the blanket

6. Conclusion

The S-TYPE KFZ fire containment blanket is designed to enclose and contain fires involving lithium-ion batteries. Thanks to its heat-resistant silicate fabric with a vermiculite coating, its tested temperature resistance and its electrical insulation properties, it promotes controlled burn-off behaviour.

7. Working for you

Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.

Heat resistance (permanent) ° C:	1,200
Heat resistance (short-term) ° C:	1 600
Material:	Silica fabric
Suitable for:	Car, Small vehicles