[Fot] Fire Suppression system

[Tony Drews]

Scott, I'm not an expert, but I have worked with Halon in a computer 
room environment before that was taboo.  My understanding is that Halon 
is a gas, there's nothing to solidify.  As long as you have pressure in 
the tank you're good.

The fact that there's no solids was why it was such a good material for 
use in computer rooms.  To test the installation we actually did a Halon 
dump in the computer room (like a 20 by 50 foot room).  It was pretty 
impressive.  Big wall of fog rolled across the room.

I'd like a second opinion, I could be wrong on the longevity for some 
obscure reason.

Regards, Tony Drews

On 3/7/2019 9:52 AM, Scott Janzen via Fot wrote:
> I’ve got a 5 lb Halon bottle with nozzles in my car that is at least 
> 10 years old, probably more.  I’ve heard the product cakes up and will 
> no longer work after a while, so I’m interested in making sure the car 
> is as safe as can be.
>
> I’ve looked at replacement systems (this one is SPA, they no longer 
> service Halon) and they will cost at least $700 if I want something 
> that is legal for SCCA.
>
> Anyone know if the Halon actually does become unserviceable, or have 
> experience getting the Halon bottle  tested/refilled?
> Yes, Halon is ozone depleting and no longer sold.  However, I’ve still 
> got a tank full!
>
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