Why do lithium-ion batteries need fire protection?

Fires involving lithium-ion batteries are unique because of the duration they burn, as such they need fire protection that can continuously supply water to keep the fire from spreading. Jeff explained that a common practice is to contain ESS systems in enclosures similar to shipping containers so they are isolated.

Can lithium ion batteries be controlled if a fire happens?

Due to lithium-ion batteries generating their own oxygen during thermal runaway, it is worth noting that lithium-ion battery fires or a burning lithium ion battery can be very difficult to control. For this reason, it is worth understanding how lithium-ion fires can be controlled should a fire scenario happen.

Are lithium-ion batteries fire safe?

With the emergence and popularity of lithium-ion batteries as a power source in the last decade, a growing number of concerns over how firesafe the batteries are have arisen.

How to prevent a lithium-ion battery fire?

A cohesive strategy incorporating; risk avoidance, early detection, interventional actions, active extinguishing as well as physical separation, must always be taken to limit the likelihood and the consequences of a Lithium-ion battery fire.

What are the NFPA 855 fire-fighting considerations for lithium-ion batteries?

For example, an extract of Annex C Fire-Fighting Considerations (Operations) in NFPA 855 states the following in C.5.1 Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) Batteries: Water is considered the preferred agent for suppressing lithium-ion battery fires.

Are lithium-ion batteries flammable?

The mere presence of Lithium-Ion batteries in a room represents a considerable risk of fire as Lithium-Ion batteries combine high energy materials with often flammable electrolytes.