The automotive sector has a number of areas requiring high-speed and accurate flame detection, including spray booths, engine test areas, and a new area: lithium battery production.
FGD's FlameSpec™ X5 detectors are designed specifically for the spray booth application where speed of response is regulated by NFPA 33 standard.
The range of FlameSpec™ detectors available covers many different applications in automotive manufacturing including testing areas, Lithium-ion battery production and hydrogen vehicles, HEV or Hydrogen ICE-powered vehicles.
IR3-HD
IR3-H2
UV-IR-F
IR3-H2-HD
UV-IR-F-HD
StretcH2-HD
StretcH2
From lithium battery lines to electrostatic spray booths, speed is the ultimate safety metric. NFPA 33 (Section 9.9.1) requires a detection reaction time of 0.5 seconds or less—a benchmark that many standard detectors fail to meet.
The FlameSpec™ X5 range is purpose-built for these high-speed applications. With FM-verified performance, the X5 series provides the rapid response necessary to trigger automatic shutdowns, protecting both your personnel and your high-value production assets..
High-speed fire detection without false alarm is critical to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
Detection within the spray booth should activate system shutdown and shut off ventilation within 0.5seconds for NFPA 72 and NFPA 33 compliance.
The FlameSpec ™ X5 hispeed detector has been designed and independently tested by FM to confirm detection speeds down to 0.3 seconds for IPA and other alcohols used in painting and coating applications.
Different areas of automotive facilities require tailored detection strategies:
High speed of response, sub 0.5 seconds.
High speed of response to lithium-ion batteries and plastic fires.
Use of Hydrogen changes the risk and must be indendantly assessed. Hydrogen burns with an invisible flame and can be an explosive risk.
The FlameSpec™ Range is rigorously tested and certified to meet global safety, performance, and reliability standards.
Its comprehensive range of certifications ensures compliance with international regulations for hazardous environments, making it a trusted solution for high-stakes applications. From explosion-proof approvals to functional safety, and ingress protection, these certifications validate the detector's ability to perform under the most demanding industrial conditions.
ATEX / IECEx Zone 1 and 2 certified, cFMu Class 1 Div 1
FM3260 and EN54-10, performance approval
Tested according to NFPA 33 requirements, <0.5 seconds response time
