Intumescent Fire Dampers

Intumescent fire dampers

Intumescent fire dampers incorporate components, which expand by intumescent activity under the action of heat, to close the airway to prevent the passage of fire. The intumescent materials form the main component for fire integrity. In some instances, this may be supported with a mechanical device to prevent cold smoke leakage. Activation temperatures will be influenced by the type of intumescent material selected and these temperatures typically range from 120 degrees C to 270 degrees C. Some in-tumescent dampers, whilst containing fire and hot smoke, also incorporate an electro-mechanical device that provides cold smoke containment by interface with smoke sensors via a fire alarm panel. Test results or assessments are required for plane of installation (e.g. horizontal and vertical) and the method of installation.