🔋 Specialist protection for lithium-ion battery fires
Lithium-ion batteries are now everywhere — from phones and laptops to e-bikes, electric scooters, power tools and portable power stations. When a damaged or overheated lithium-ion battery enters thermal runaway, conventional extinguishers may not provide the cooling required to control the fire and prevent further propagation.
The Firechief Lith-Ex G2 1L is specifically designed to tackle fires involving lithium-ion batteries.
Its AVD (Aqueous Vermiculite Dispersion) extinguishing agent is discharged as a fine mist, helping to rapidly cool the battery and form a protective thermal barrier around the cells. This helps prevent the fire from spreading and reduces the risk of re-ignition.
The compact 1-litre format makes it particularly suitable for homes, garages, workshops, offices and locations where small lithium-ion battery devices are regularly charged or stored.
It is ideal for protecting against fires involving:
- 🔋 Portable power stations
- 🚲 E-bikes
- 🛴 E-scooters
- 🔧 Cordless power tools
- 💻 Laptops
- 📱 Mobile phones
- 🧸 Battery-powered toys
- 🔋 Other small lithium-ion battery equipment
The Lith-Ex G2 has been tested against several lithium-ion battery chemistries, including LFP, NMC, LCO, NMC/LCO and NCA.
Made in Britain • CE & UKCA marked • 5-year guarantee
Important: This extinguisher is designed for use on lithium-ion battery fires, particularly small portable battery-powered devices. It should only be used by a person who has a safe escape route and is trained or confident to use a fire extinguisher. If a lithium-ion battery is smoking, swelling or showing signs of thermal runaway, evacuate the area and call the emergency services if it is unsafe to intervene.
Key features
Designed specifically for lithium-ion batteries
Developed specifically for lithium-ion battery fire applications rather than relying on a conventional extinguisher.
Rapid cooling
The AVD mist helps rapidly remove heat from the battery and surrounding area.
Helps prevent propagation
The agent encapsulates the fuel source and provides insulation around the cells, helping to prevent thermal runaway spreading to adjacent cells.
Compact 1L design
Small enough to keep readily accessible in the home, garage, workshop or office.
Suitable for multiple battery chemistries
Testing includes LFP, NMC, LCO, NMC/LCO and NCA battery types.
Made in Britain
Manufactured in Britain according to the current manufacturer datasheet.
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Technical specifications
| Specification |
Firechief Lith-Ex G2 1L |
| Model |
FLE1X |
| Product code |
100-1700 |
| Capacity |
1 litre |
| Extinguishing agent |
AVD |
| Fire rating |
3A |
| Fire class |
A |
| Throw range |
5 metres |
| Discharge time |
14 seconds |
| Working pressure |
15 bar |
| Operating temperature |
5°C – 60°C |
| Height |
343mm |
| Diameter |
85mm |
| Filled weight |
2.25kg |
| Product EAN |
5055377965136 |
| Approvals/markings |
CE / UKCA |
| Manufactured |
Britain |
| Guarantee |
5 years |
The current Firechief datasheet gives the 1L unit a 3A rating, 5m throw range, 14-second discharge and 2.25kg filled weight.