Outdoor locker lithium-ion batterijen van LOXXER
AF-X aerosol extinguishing system

Fire suppression for lithium-ion storage

LOXXER integrates AF-X aerosol extinguishing systems as standard in its li-ion charging cabinets and containers. In the event of a lithium-ion battery fire, the system responds within seconds. Autonomously, without external intervention. Safe for people, animals, and the immediate surroundings.

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What is thermal runaway?

A lithium-ion battery that is charging, discharging, or in storage can, under certain conditions, overheat. That overheating can trigger a chain reaction in which the battery cell continues to heat itself until it catches fire. We call this phenomenon thermal runaway. The particular danger: the fire originates from inside the cell, develops extremely fast, and can defeat traditional extinguishing agents. Early detection is therefore critical.

  • Fire develops from inside the cell: invisible until it's too late
  • Chain reaction that becomes uncontrollable within seconds
  • Active during charging, discharging, and even during static storage
What is thermal runaway?
How does the system work?

Detection and activation
in 2 steps

1

Smoke detection

Every LOXXER cabinet or container is equipped with two built-in smoke detectors. As soon as one detector registers smoke, the system is put on standby and a warning signal appears.

2

Automatic activation

Upon confirmed detection, the AF-X aerosol generator is activated immediately. Without human intervention. Without delay.

3

Suppression

The aerosol spreads rapidly throughout the entire internal volume of the cabinet or container and suppresses the fire at a chemical level — without water, without foam, without extinguishing powders that damage equipment.

Aerosol vs sprinkler

Why aerosol and not sprinkler or CO₂?

Traditional extinguishing systems are designed for surface fires. A lithium-ion fire takes place inside the battery cell, and therefore requires a different approach. AF-X aerosol works at a molecular level: the active particles break down the chemical combustion chain and stop the reaction at the source.

Why aerosol and not sprinkler or CO₂?
Applications

Which LOXXER products include this system?

The AF-X extinguishing system is integrated into the entire LOXXER product range designed for the storage of lithium-ion batteries.

Lithium charging and storage cabinets

Standard equipped with two smoke detectors and an AF-X unit

Lithium lockers

Compact integration for individual battery storage in public or professional spaces

Containers and walk-in units

Scalable installation for larger battery volumes and industrial applications

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the aerosol extinguishing system

Our specialists answer questions every day from companies working with e-bikes, forklifts, and industrial battery packs. If your question isn't listed, please contact us directly.

Contact LOXXER for a consultation. Depending on the model and year of manufacture, retrofitting may be possible. New LOXXER cabinets are standardly equipped with the integrated extinguishing system.

AF-X aerosol is certified as safe for humans and animals. Short exposure in a normal work environment poses no health risks. The substance is non-toxic, non-corrosive, and leaves no harmful residues.

The dual smoke detection in LOXXER cabinets significantly reduces the chance of false alarms. The system only activates when both detectors or the threshold value for smoke concentration is reached. Normal ambient air, dust, or condensation will not trigger the system.

The system operates completely autonomously. As soon as the smoke detectors detect thermal runaway, the aerosol generator activates itself — even outside office hours, at night, or in unmanned spaces.

The AF-X aerosol generator has a fixed lifespan and should be replaced after activation. If not activated, periodic inspection is recommended according to the manufacturer's maintenance guidelines. LOXXER assists customers in following the maintenance schedule.

Lithium-ion burns differently. We protect differently.

The AF-X system responds where and when it needs to, even when no one is present. Request advice and protect your battery storage from day one.

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