Compact CAFS

Compact CAFS

Compact CAFS

Impressive Extinguishing Properties in a Compact Package

Intelagard’s 30-year track record of innovation, development and safety reinforces our cutting-edge miniaturized compressed air foam systems. Built to military standards, Intelagard CAFS are designed for first responders working in harsh conditions. 

FEATURES SPECIFIC TO OUR COMPACT CAFS

SELF-CONTAINED & EXTREMELY PORTABLE

INDEPENDENT OF HOSES & UMBILICAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS

IDEAL FOR ZERO-SPARK ENVIRONMENTS

USED AS A FIRST RESPONSE, QUICK ATTACK TOOL

Impressive Extinguishing Properties in a Compact Package

Intelagard’s 30-year track record of innovation, development and safety reinforces our cutting-edge miniaturized compressed air foam systems. Built to military standards, Intelagard CAFS are designed for first responders working in harsh conditions. 

FEATURES SPECIFIC TO OUR COMPACT CAFS

SELF-CONTAINED & EXTREMELY PORTABLE

INDEPENDENT OF HOSES & UMBILICAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS

IDEAL FOR ZERO-SPARK ENVIRONMENTS

USED AS A FIRST RESPONSE, QUICK ATTACK TOOL

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For use in the Military & Hazmat Industries

For use in the Military 
& Hazmat Industry

For use in the Firefighter & First Responder Industry

For use in the Firefighter & 
First Responder Industry

For use when remediating mold or meth

For use in Remediation of 
Mold and Methamphetamines

For use when Decontaminating

For use when 
Decontaminating

The Macaw® Backpack

Part Numbers:

w/ Cylinder = 46191601-V968

w/o Cylinder = 46191601-V956

The Macaw® Backpack

The award-winning Macaw® Backpack is a compact and ergonomic portable CAFS with a five-gallon tank powered by a high-pressure SCBA air cylinder or a low-pressure air compressor port. Much more powerful than a standard extinguisher, its carried water can be multiplied up to 175 gallons of finished foam with up to a 30-foot throw distance for enhanced exposure protection. It’s the perfect rapid response unit for laying down wet lines, controlling flare-ups, hot spotting, knockdown and more.

Additional Features:

- Comfortable, Ergonomic Design

- Adaptable for a Wide Range of Air Cylinders

- Drafting Capabilities Which Enable Pumping Water Uphill from a Natural Source

Comes with:

Upgrades:

SwiftCAF® Sprayer System

The SwiftCAF® Sprayer System is an easy-to-use CAFS with quick set-up for rapid remediation. This compact CAFS turns a variety of solutions into high quality foam and projects it up to 30 feet high or wide for rigorous and widespread coverage. Eliminate tiresome hand-pumping and the need to climb up and down scaffolding ladders, and give your crew access to hard-to-reach areas with precision and ease.  

Additional Features:

- Quick release CAF Power Module

- Rugged Impact-Resistant Case

Comes with:

Upgrades:

SwiftCAF Sprayer System

Part Number:

46191601-M5783

Spec Sheet Coming Soon!

Viper™ Recovery

Part Number:

46191603-V302

Viper™ Recovery

Encased in an ultra-portable, durable and user-friendly package, the Viper™ Recovery represents the latest in CAFS technology. The Viper™ Recovery can be worn as a backpack, wheeled like a suitcase or mounted on a small vehicle. This miniaturized powerhouse can be used in a wide variety of scenarios. Simple controls, powerful agent deployment, inconspicuous appearance and minimal maintenance make the Viper™ Recovery a system with wide end-user appeal.

Additional Features:

- Comfortable, Ergonomic Design

- Drafting Capabilities Which Enable Pumping Water Uphill from a Natural Source

- Binary Tanks, For Carrying Two Different Solutions, Simultaneously

Comes with:

Upgrades:

The Viper™ Stealth

The compact design and inconspicuous appearance make the Viper™ Stealth an ideal covert CAFS in emergency scenarios where a low profile is desired. Initially developed for use by the US Secret Service in covert operations, this small but powerful system can be used for crowd control or as a first response tool for decontamination of chemical and biological threats.

Additional Features:

- Comfortable, Ergonomic Design

- Designed for Covert Use

Comes with:

Upgrades:

Part Number:

w/ Cylinder = 46191603-V775

w/o Cylinder = 46191603-V767

MDU

The Intelagard self-contained Mobile Decon Unit (MDU) is a suitcase-style foaming device utilizing compressed air foam technology to deploy decontamination foams and solutions.  The MDU is compatible with all conventional chemicals and fungicides used by remediation and decontamination professionals. 

 

The MDU incorporates internal bladders which accommodate up to 2-gallons of decontamination solution.  With the integrated Enviroshield® Technology, the MDU creates foam that can cling to ceilings and walls with minimal run-off, ensuring proper dwell time and penetration on contaminated surfaces. 

 

When the MDU is used in conjunction with Intelagard decontamination products EasyDECON, Crystal Clean, and Doff ‘n DECON you can count on protection from both biological and chemical threats. No matter the situation, whether it be the retrieval of dead bodies, mold remediation or to drug busts, the MDU has your team and equipment fully covered.

Additional Features:

- Wheeled suitcase style foam system

- Perfect for small space or PPE decon

- Use for Hazmat decon of equipment and tools

Comes with:

Upgrades:

To view the Compact CAFS Comparison Table, please visit this page on a tablet or desktop computer.

Compact CAFS
Comparison Table

The Macaw® Backpack

The Macaw® 

Backpack

SwiftCAF®

SwiftCAF®
Sprayer

Viper™ Recovery

Viper™
Recovery 

Viper™ Stealth

Viper™
Stealth 

The
MDU

Performance

LIQUID
CAPACITY

5 Gallons
(19 L)

5 Gallons
(19 L)

2, 3, or 4 Gallons
(7.5, 11, or 15 L)

1 Gallon
(3.9 L)

2 Gallons
(7.6 L)

FINISHED FOAM
CAPACITY

175 Gallons
(662 L)*

125 Gallons
(473 L)*

300 Gallons
(1,135 L)*

75 Gallons
(283 L)*

70 Gallons
(265 L)*

THROW DISTANCE

30 Foot (9.14m)*

30 Foot (9.14m)*

30 Foot (9.14m)*

30 Foot (9.14m)*

30 Foot (9.14m)*

Features

OPERATING
MECHANICS

SCBA
Air Cylinder
(2216-4500,
150-300 BAR)
- or -
Low Pressure Air Compressor Port

12 CFM Air Compressor

SCBA
Air Cylinder
(17 cu ft)
- or -
Low Pressure Air Compressor Port

SCBA
Air Cylinder
(17 cu ft)

4500 PSI Air Cylinder (30 minute)

OPERATING
PRESSURE

100 PSI
(6.9 Bar)

100 PSI
(6.9 Bar)

100 PSI
(6.9 Bar)

100 PSI
(6.9 Bar)

100 PSI
(6.9 Bar)

STANDARD
NOZZLE

9.5 mm 

Smooth Bore

9.5 mm 
Smooth Bore & Fan Spray

9.5 mm 
Smooth Bore

9.5 mm 
Smooth Bore

Smooth Bore &

Fan Spray

HOSE
SPECIFICATIONS

5' Discharge Hose & Trigger Handset

20' Discharge Hose with Handset & Nozzle

5' Discharge Hose & Trigger Handset

3' Discharge Hose & Trigger Handset

3' Discharge Hose & Trigger Handset

General Specifications

DIMENSIONS
(H x W x D)

26.5" x 17.3" x 13"

(63.31 cm x 43.94 cm x 33.02 cm)

25.5" x 20.5" x 12"

(67.77 cm x 52.07 cm x 30.48cm)

26" x 15" x 11.5"

(66 cm x 38 cm x 29.2 cm)

26" x 15" x 11.5"

(66 cm x 38 cm x 29.2 cm)

12" x 20" x 26"

(31 cm x 51 cm x 66 cm)

EMPTY WEIGHT (NO CYLINDER OR LIQUID)

17.5 lbs
(8 kg)

15.6 lbs
(7.07 kg)

19 lbs
(8.6 kg)

13.6 lbs
(6.16 kg)

42 lbs
(19 kg)

FULL WEIGHT With CYLINDER & LIQUID

72 lbs
(32.66 kg)

67.6 lbs
(30.66 kg)

45 lbs
(20.41 kg)

31.6 lbs
(14.33 kg)

59 lbs
(27 kg)

*Dependent on hose, nozzle, foam and settings.

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