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Old 4th May 2009, 22:15
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chris weston
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PBr3 v Halons

http://www.eclipseaviation.com/files...hite_Paper.pdf

Good to read this, it really is trying to address the issue of the generation of politically correct Br atoms/free radicals in situ.

But ......PBr3 truly is a nasty and a real issue in terms of long term storage et al, its hydrolysis products eat metals and yes I know its redox really.

It's almost worth considering using liquid elemental bromine instead, properly toxic of course but not as prone to reacting with water if it leaks - just reacting with metals and people I know. My Pat Pending please.

Halons are pussy cats by comparison and far more reliable over time; my Halon extinguisher is still in the kitchen .............

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