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FEV CF-TEC 8865 Series Mechanical Fire Extinguisher Kit

Garreth Sleigh — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:50:30 +0000

Introducing the FEV Coldfire system—a state-of-the-art fire suppression solution that harnesses a highly effective, plant-based extinguishant. This environmentally friendly and sustainable wetting agent is engineered for use in both the cockpit and engine, offering a smart alternative to traditional powder-based systems. Its clean activation ensures no mess or electrical damage, while maintaining driver visibility even if the system is triggered.

Chosen by one of the largest Rally 2 OEM manufacturers for their 2024 vehicles, the FEV Coldfire system has already proven its reliability in various motorsport categories, including R2, R3, R4, R5, GT3, and Cross Country Non-Hybrid and Electric vehicles. It is fully compatible with a range of fuel types—Class I (Petrol), Class II (Petrol with 30% Ethanol), and Class V (E85)—and is suitable for all cockpit sizes from 0.00m³ up to 4.1m³. Despite matching the weight of comparable systems, its compact bottle design makes it an ideal choice for vehicles with limited space.

Key features:

Activation Type: Mechanical.
Extinguishant: Cold Fire.
Colour: White.
Number of Nozzles: 5.
FIA Standard: FIA Standard 8865-2015 Technical List 52.
Material: Aluminium.
Weight: 4.40 kg for the cylinder, bracket, and straps; 6.015 kg for the complete system with kit.

Elevate your vehicle’s safety with the FEV Coldfire system—a proven, efficient, and clean solution for advanced motorsport fire protection.

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FEV CF-TEC 8865 Series Electrical Fire Extinguisher Kit

Garreth Sleigh — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:20:16 +0000

Elevate the safety of your motorsport vehicle with the FEV Coldfire 2.7kg Electrical Fire Extinguisher Kit—a cutting‐edge system engineered to rapidly extinguish fires and prevent re-ignition. Fully compliant with FIA Technical 52 regulations, this kit utilizes an advanced, plant-based extinguishant known as “Coldfire,” celebrated for its swift suppression capabilities and environmentally friendly properties. Its clean, residue-free performance ensures that your vehicle remains free from electrical damage and minimises post-incident maintenance.

Designed for the demanding conditions of competitive racing, the FEV Coldfire kit delivers quick, dependable protection when every second counts. Its innovative formulation not only suppresses flames rapidly but also prevents them from re-igniting, offering critical safety benefits for both the vehicle and its occupants. With FIA 8865-2015 approval (homologation number EX.034.24) for vehicles with cockpit volumes up to 4.1m³, this system is an essential addition to any motorsport safety arsenal.

Key Specifications:

Cylinder Length (with firing head): 289.5 mm.
Cylinder Length (without firing head): 240 mm.
Cylinder Diameter: 150 mm.
Height (including mounting bracket): 163 mm.
Weight: 3.95 kg (bottle only), 5.585 kg (complete system).

Key Features:

Eco-friendly Plant-based Extinguishant: Uses a sustainable formula that quickly douses flames and prevents re-ignition, protecting both the environment and vehicle occupants.
Electric Activation System: Features a dependable electrical trigger for instant activation, complete with wiring, switches, and controllers for a full setup.
Space-saving Design: Its compact footprint allows installation in vehicles with limited cockpit space, ideal for various motorsport classes.
FIA Technical 52 Compliant: Meets rigorous safety standards for motorsport vehicles with cockpit volumes up to 4.1m³, ensuring enhanced safety in high-risk racing.
Wide Fuel Compatibility: Suitable for Class 1 (Petrol), Class 2 (Petrol with 30% Ethanol), and Class 5 (E85) fuels, offering versatile protection across different competition vehicles.
Proven by Professional Teams: Endorsed by top-tier WRC Rally 2 teams and extensively tested in R2, R3, R4, R5, and GT3 racing classes.
All-in-One Installation Kit: Comes with all the necessary components for an easy, seamless installation and operation in your motorsport vehicle.

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OMP CESAL4 Electrical Fire Extinguisher

Garreth Sleigh — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:44:21 +0000

The OMP CESAL4 Electrical Fire Extinguisher redefines vehicle safety with its innovative design that combines ultra-lightweight construction and dual extinguishing agents. This state-of-the-art system not only reduces overall vehicle weight but also delivers rapid and effective fire suppression, thereby enhancing both driver safety and vehicle performance.

Engineered for high-performance racing, the CESAL4 meets strict FIA safety standards, providing race teams with peace of mind and uncompromised efficiency on the track. Its low weight ensures optimal performance without added drag, while its quick-acting extinguishing system offers immediate protection in critical moments—making it an essential component for any serious racing setup.

Available in three different sizes to accommodate various cockpit volumes, the extinguisher is tailored to meet specific racing requirements:

Large: Suitable for cockpits with volumes between 2.2 and 4.1 cubic metres (134mm diameter x 287mm long).
Small: Ideal for cockpits with volumes from 1.2 to 2.2 cubic metres (134mm diameter x 275mm long).
X Small: Designed for cockpits ranging from 0.6 to 1.2 cubic metres (114.5mm diameter x 258mm long).

Weighing just 5.4kg and approved under FIA 8865-2015 (Technical list 52), the OMP CESAL4 Electrical Fire Extinguisher is a smart, reliable choice for racing teams looking to maximize both safety and performance.

Dimensions: 297 long x 130mm diameter

Approval: FIA approved – Technical list 16

Key Features:

Ultra-Light Construction: Crafted from aluminium and carbon fibre to reduce vehicle weight, enhancing speed, lap times, and control in competitive racing.
Dual Extinguishing Agents: Uses Novec 1230 in the cockpit for rapid, non-conductive protection, and AFFF in the engine bay to prevent fire re-ignition, ensuring comprehensive fire suppression.
Compact Design: Measures 130mm in diameter with a bottle length between 258-287mm, allowing versatile installation without compromising cockpit space.
FIA 8865-2015 Compliant: Meets rigorous safety standards for various fuel types, making it suitable for multiple racing classes and competition eligibility.
Electric Activation: Guarantees immediate response in critical situations for reliable, consistent performance and enhanced driver safety.
Complete Installation Kit: Includes all necessary mounting, plumbing, and electrical hardware, along with 2 cockpit nozzles and 3 engine bay nozzles for a streamlined setup.
Quick-Response Remote Discharge: Enables rapid activation to suppress fires promptly, reducing fire-out times and protecting both the driver and vehicle.

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Lifeline Zero 175 Electrical Fire Extinguisher Kit

Garreth Sleigh — Mon, 13 May 2024 14:41:33 +0000

Lifeline Zero 175 Electrical Fire Extinguisher Kit is a must have for serious racers. This design features a unique nozzle which ensures efficient and even dispersal of extinguishant, reducing the amount of extinguishant required, resulting in the extinguisher lasting longer without needing to be replaced. By adapting the nozzle to be more efficient, Lifeline have also reduced the size and overall weight of the kit, all achieved without compromising on safety. When in the heat of a race, you need to be able to focus on the competition; this extinguisher kit has the ability to turn potential disasters into minor set backs, allowing you to focus on racing, with the peace of mind that should the worst happen, you have a top of the range extinguisher to take care of it for you.

This kit contains: Bottle, bracket and straps, control box, activation switches, all plumbing (piping, T pieces connectors and nozzles), scrutineer location stickers.

Key Features:

Lightweight
Showcases new nozzle design which is much more effective than other models
Intelligent Control Box
Top of the range extinguisher kit

FIA Approval: FIA 8876-2022 approved – Technical list 52 (homologation number FS.001.23)

Weight: Complete system 1.3kg

Dimensions: Cylinder length 255mm, Cylinder diameter 100mm

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OMP Hand Held Fire Extinguisher 2.4 Litre AFFF

Garreth Sleigh — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:51:11 +0000

OMP 2.4 litre handheld fire extinguisher. Filled with OMP AFFF extinguishant liquid, don’t use a smaller bottle, you’ll be wanting all the fluid you can get your hands on if your prized machine catches fire. Available with a black bottle of now with a more traditional bright red design. Supplied complete with aluminium mounting bracket and two quick-release clamps. Dimensions: 295mm Length, 132mm diameter bottle.

Key Features:

2.4 Litre Capacity
Foam Based Extinguishant
Complete With Mounting Bracket

Dimensions – 295mm Long x 132mm Diameter

Approval – FIA and MUK approved for national and international rally use.

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