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Research Paper | Mechanical & Electrical Engineering | United Arab Emirates | Volume 12 Issue 12, December 2023

Evaluating Nitrogen Gas Fire Suppression in Electrical Substation Capacitor Rooms

Sayed Atta Mohammed

Abstract: This study analyzes the effectiveness of Nitrogen gas as a fire suppression agent in substation capacitor rooms, comparing it with traditional water spray systems. It assesses the use of Nitrogen discharge for 120 seconds based on the NFPA 2001 standard, highlighting its advantages in terms of safety and environmental impact.

Keywords: Nitrogen fire suppression, Substation safety, Capacitor room, Fire hazard management, NFPA 2001 standard

Edition: Volume 12 Issue 12, December 2023,

Pages: 1603 - 1610