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A fire blanket can be interchangeably used as a fire extinguishing blanket or as a fire blanket for welding spark protection. Welding blanket is used only for welding spark protection.
Fire Blanket and Welding blanket are made with high temperature fire proof fabrics such as Fibreglass, silicone coated Fibreglass, ceramic or high silica fabrics. A fire blanket can be interchangeably used as a fire extinguishing blanket or as a fire blanket for welding spark protection. Welding blanket is used only for welding spark protection.
Welding Blankets
A welding blanket protects the welder and the surrounding areas during the welding process. It consists of a layer containing expanded vermiculite, a flexible protective material, and inorganic heat-resistant fibrous material. These layers maintain the structural integrity of the blanket. However, there are different classes of welding blankets because welding techniques are different.
Welding blankets can be made with various materials such as silicate, aluminum paper, polyurethane, graphite, clay, and other coverings that are preferred depending on technical features. Some welding blankets can be used for horizontal or vertical applications, or one-sided or both, to give protection for high or low-intensity welding jobs or for cutting techniques. Some blankets can also have a higher capacity such as a thermal or electric insulator.
Fire Blanket
A fire blanket is a safety device that is used to extinguish starting (incipient) fires. It is made of a sheet of fire retardant material that is placed over a fire to smother it. Most fire blankets in the kitchens and in the home are made of glass fiber and kevlar. These are folded into a quick-release contraption for easy storage. These nonflammable blankets can put a stop to fires up to 900 degrees. Fire blankets are great for emergency situations. This is because they’re designed with quick-release capabilities.
For welding jobs, fire blankets are usually made from high-temperature fiberglass woven fabric. The fabric can be uncoated or coated. They provide protection from slag generated by welding or metal-cutting applications. Standard sizes include 1m x 2m or 2m x 2m.
