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Centurion TM C6 3%

Aqueous Film-Forming Foam


NFC330

Excellent fluidity provides rapid AFFF foam concentrates are designed Typical Physical Properties
“knockdown”. for rapid fire knockdown by producing a
thin aqueous film which spreads across Appearance...........................Pale Yellow Color
Suitable for use with fresh or sea
the surface of the fuel, separating the Specific Gravity at 77°F(25°C) ..................1.02
water.
fuel from oxygen. This is accomplished pH ................................................................................8.0
Compatible with standard by allowing the foam solution to quickly Viscosity at 77°F(25°C) .............................. 2 cST
proportioning and foam making drain from the foam bubble which in Freezing Point ......................................25°F(-4°C)
devices. turn, affects long term sealability and Min Usable Temperature.................35°F(2°C)
burnback resistance. Max Usable Temperature ..........120°F(49°C)
Suitable for use with foam
compatible dry powder
CenturionC6 3% is used at 3% concentration CenturionC6 3% is ideally stored in
extinguishing agents.
in fire suppression systems and manually its original shipping container or in
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. to fight fires involving hydrocarbon fuels tanks or other containers which have
such as crude oil, gasoline, and fuel oils. been designed for such foam storage.
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada
It is not suitable for use on polar solvents Recommended construction materials
(ULC).
or water miscible fuels such as alcohols, are stainless steel (Type 304L or 316),
ketones, esters, and ethers. Typical high density cross linked polyethylene,
Formulated using ‘C6’
installations include foam water sprinkler or reinforced fiberglass polyester
fluorosurfactant technology
systems, aircraft hangars, loading racks, (isophthalic polyester resin) with a vinyl
process areas, etc. CenturionC6 3% is an ester resin internal layer coating (50-100
excellent agent for use in aircraft rescue mils). Refer to National Foam Technical
and fire fighting (ARFF) or other manual Bulletin NFTB100 for further information.
fire fighting applications where polar
solvent fuels are not encountered. Foam concentrates are subject to
evaporation which accelerates when the
In general, AFFF foam concentrates may product is exposed to air. Storage tanks
be used with non aspirating nozzles should be sealed and fitted with a pressure
and sprinklers, however, for best foam vacuum vent to prevent free exchange of air.
expansion and 25% drainage time all The recommended storage environment
foam concentrates should be used with is with the UL listed temperature range of
aspirating nozzles and foam making 35°F to 120°F (2°C to 49°C).
discharge devices.
Centurion TM C6 3%
Aqueous Film-Forming Foam

When product is stored in atmospheric Shelf Life, Inspection, and Testing Environmental and Toxicological
storage tanks, contents must be covered Information
with 1/4-inch (6.35mm) of National Foam The shelf life of any foam concentrate is
Seal Oil to ensure prevention of air coming maximized by proper storage conditions As all ‘C6’ foams contain PFAS please
into contact with the foam concentrate. and maintenance. Factors affecting refer to the product’s Safety Data Sheet
Use of Seal Oil is only recommended in shelf life are wide temperature changes, (SDS) and website for more information
stationary storage tanks. Refer to National extreme high or low temperatures, regarding the use, discharge and disposal
Foam Technical Bulletin NFTB100 or evaporation, dilution, and contamination of all firefighting foam products.
National Foam product data sheet NFC950 by foreign materials. National Foam
for further information. firefighting foam concentrates have been Prevent foam concentrate and foam
tested and have not shown significant solution from entering ground
CenturionC6 3% foam concentrate is loss of performance even after 10 years or water, surface water, or storm drains.
freeze/thaw stable. Should the product more, provided annual testing and proper Discharge and disposal of CenturionC6 3%
freeze during shipment or storage, no storage recommendations are followed. concentrate or foam solution should be
performance loss is expected upon Refer to National Foam technical bulletin made in accordance with federal, state,
thawing. NFTB240 for recommendations on foam and local regulations.
concentrate storage and preservation.
CenturionC6 3% has not been tested for
Annual testing of all fire fighting foam acute oral toxicity, primary skin irritation
is recommended by the National Fire or primary eye irritation. Repeated skin
Protection Association (NFPA). National contact will remove oils from the skin and
Foam provides a Technical Service cause dryness. CenturionC6 3% is a primary
Program to conduct such tests. Refer eye irritant, and contact with the eyes
to National Foam product data sheet should be avoided. Users are advised to
NFC960 for further details on Technical wear protective equipment. If CenturionC6
Service Program. 3% enters the eyes, flush them well
with water and seek immediate medical
attention. For further details, see the
CenturionC6 3% Safety Data Sheet.

Ordering Information
Container Shipping Weight Shipping Dimensions Part Number
5-Gallon Pails (19 liters) 45 lb. (20.4 kg) 1.13 cu. ft.3 (0.032 cu. m) 2133-7340-4
3
55-Gallon Drums (208 liters) 492 lb. (223.2 kg) 11.51 cu. ft. (0.326 cu. m) 2133-7481-4
3
275-Gallon IBC Reusable Tote Tank (1041 liters) 2481lb. (1125.4 kg) 51.11 cu. ft. (1.1061 cu. m) 2133-7725-4
330-Gallon IBC Reusable Tote Tank (1249 liters) 2970 lb. (1347.2 kg) 55.8 cu. ft.3 (1.580 cu. m) 2133-7033-4
Bulk 8.53 lb./gal. (1.02 kg/l) 2133-7001-4

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