What is Water Mist?

Water mist is a fire suppression technology that uses very fine water droplets (typically less than 1000 micrometers) to control, suppress, or extinguish fires. It works through several mechanisms, including cooling the flame and surrounding gases, displacing oxygen through evaporation, and attenuating radiant heat. Water mist systems are commonly used in applications where traditional sprinkler systems may be undesirable or ineffective, such as in data centers, museums, and machinery spaces, due to their reduced water usage and minimal water damage potential.