DATA SHEET

SKUM FP 3X3 MG
FPAR Foam Concentrate

Description
SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR (Fluoroprotein Alcohol Resistant)
Foam Concentrate combines hydrolyzed protein with
fluorochemical surfactant technologies to provide effective
fire and vapor suppression for Class B, polar solvent, and
hydrocarbon fuel fires. This protein-based foam concentrate
produces a foam blanket with good heat stability and burn-
back resistance in fresh, salt, or hard water solution. It is
intended for forceful or gentle firefighting applications at
3% solution for hydrocarbon fuels and gentle firefighting
applications at 3% solution for polar solvent fuels.
SKUM FP 3X3 MG foam solution utilizes three
suppression mechanisms:
n The foam blanket blocks oxygen supply to the fuel

n  Liquid drains from the foam blanket and forms a polymeric Approvals, Listings, and Standards
membrane on a polar solvent fire which suppresses the
SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate is approved, listed,
vapor and seals the fuel surface
qualified under, or meets the requirements of the following
n  The water content of the foam solution produces a cooling specifications and standards:
effect for additional fire suppression n EN 1568:2008
– Parts 1,3,4
TYPICAL PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES AT 20 oC
Appearance Brown clear liquid n  IMO MSC.1/ Circ. 1312

Density 1.14 ± 0.02 g/ml n  MED Modules B and D

pH 6.0 – 8.0 n ICAO
Refractive Index 1.3950 minimum – Level B
Viscosity* 10.0 ± 2.0 cSt
Sediment** ≤ 0.25%
Pour Point ≤ -15 °C
Freeze Point ≤ -18 °C
EN ICAO
1568 Level B
Storage and Operating Range** -13 °C to 60 °C
*Cannon-Fenske Viscometer
**EN 1568:2008 protocol
The SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate formulation Application
contains short-chain, C6 fluorochemicals manufactured using SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate should be applied with
a telomer-based process that does not produce PFOS. air-aspirating type discharge devices only and is intended for
use on both types of Class B fires; hydrocarbon fuels with low
water solubility, such as crude oils, gasolines, diesel fuels,
and aviation fuels; and polar solvent fuels with appreciable
water solubility, such as methyl and ethyl alcohol, acetone,
and methyl ethyl ketone. The concentrate may also be used in
conjunction with dry chemical agents to provide even greater
fire suppression performance.
SKUM FP 3X3 MG Concentrate can be ideal for fixed, semi-
fixed, and emergency response firefighting applications such
as:
n  Docks, on-board marine and helipad systems

n  Industrial chemical and petroleum processing facilities

n  Fuel or chemical storage tanks

n  Truck/rail loading and unloading facilities

n  Flammable liquid containment areas

n Mobile equipment

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Foaming Properties Mixing SKUM FP 3X3 MG Concentrate with other
fluoroprotein foam concentrates for long-term storage is not
SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate may be effectively recommended. Different types of foam concentrates
applied using most conventional air-aspirating foam discharge (i.e. AFFFs and fluoroproteins) should not be mixed together
equipment at a 3% dilution with fresh, salt, or hard water. For under any circumstances. Use in conjunction with comparable
optimum performance, water hardness should not exceed 3X3 fluoroprotein firefighting foam products for immediate
500 ppm expressed as calcium and magnesium. incident response is appropriate.
The expansion ratio will vary depending on the performance
characteristics of the equipment. Air-aspirating discharge
devices produce expansion ratios from 6:1 to 12:1, depending Inspection
on the type of device and flow rate. Typical expansion ratios SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate should be inspected
for foam chambers are in range of 5:1 to 7:1. periodically in accordance with NFPA 11, EN 13565-2, or
other relevant standard. A representative concentrate sample
TYPICAL FOAM CHARACTERISTICS* (Fresh and Salt Water) should be sent to Johnson Controls Foam Analytical Services
Proportioning Rate 3% or other qualified laboratory for quality analysis per the
applicable standard. An annual inspection and sample
Expansion Ratio > 7.0
analysis is typically sufficient unless the product has been
25% Drain Time (min:sec) > 5:00 exposed to unusual conditions.
50% Drain Time (min:sec) > 9:00
*per EN 1568-3: 2008 protocol
Quality Assurance
SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate is subject to stringent
Proportioning quality controls throughout production, from incoming
raw materials inspection to finished product testing, and is
The recommended operational temperature range for SKUM
manufactured in an ISO 9001: 2008 certified facility.
FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate is -13 °C to 60 °C per EN 1568.
This foam concentrate can require special proportioning
equipment. It can be correctly proportioned using most
conventional, properly calibrated, in-line proportioning Ordering Information
equipment such as: SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate is available in pails,
n  Balanced and in-line balanced pressure pump proportioners drums, totes, or bulk shipment.
n  Balanced pressure bladder tanks and ratio flow controllers Part No. Description Shipping Weight
n  Around-the-pump type proportioners F513189C2 20 L Pail 22.1 kg
n  Fixed or portable in-line venturi type proportioners F513189C1 25 L Pail 27.45 kg
n  Handline nozzles with fixed eductor/pick-up tubes F513189D1 200 L Drum 218.5 kg
F513189T1 1,000 L Tote 1,110 kg

Materials of Construction Compatibility For bulk orders, consult an account representative.

To help avoid corrosion, galvanized pipe and fittings should

never be used in contact with undiluted SKUM FP 3X3
MG FPAR Concentrate. Certain materials, such as black Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available at www.skum.com
iron piping, are also not recommended for use due to the If any foam product is discharged into the environment, efforts should be
corrosiveness and solids content of protein-based agents. made to control, contain and collect the discharge for proper disposal,
while following all applicable laws, regulations, and codes. Further
Refer to Johnson Controls Technical Bulletin Acceptable
information regarding the use, discharge, and disposal of firefighting
Materials of Construction for recommendations and guidance foams can be found at www.skum.com
regarding compatibility of foam concentrate with common
Note: The converted values in this document are provided for
materials of construction in the firefighting foam industry. dimensional reference only and do not reflect an actual measurement.
SKUM and the product names listed in this material are marks and/or
registered marks. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.
Storage and Handling
SKUM FP 3X3 MG FPAR Concentrate should be stored in
the original supplied package (HDPE totes, drums, or pails)
or in the recommended foam system equipment as outlined
in Johnson Controls Technical Bulletin Storage of Foam
Concentrates. The product should be maintained within the
recommended temperature range. If the concentrate freezes
during transport or storage, full product serviceability can be
restored upon thaw with gentle re-mixing.
Factors affecting the foam concentrate’s long-term
effectiveness include temperature exposure and cycling,
storage container characteristics, air exposure, evaporation,
dilution, and contamination. The effective life of
SKUM FP 3X3 MG Concentrate can be maximized through
optimal storage conditions and proper handling. SKUM
concentrates have demonstrated effective firefighting
performance with contents stored in the original package
under proper conditions for more than 10 years.