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Fire Limitation Blanket Compliance Matrix for EV Fire Blankets

The DVM Fire Limitation Blanket Compliance Matrix is a professional evidence-review and supplier-comparison tool for products commonly described as Fire Limitation Blankets, EV fire blankets, electric vehicle fire blankets, vehicle fire blankets or car fire blankets.

The matrix is informed by DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 and converts relevant technical, documentary, deployment, marking, inspection and procurement considerations into a consistent Pass, Fail and Not Applicable structure.

DVM Fire Limitation Blanket Compliance Matrix

This matrix provides a structured method for assessing the exact product configuration offered by a manufacturer or supplier. It is intended for professional buyers, distributors, OEM customers, private-label partners, quality managers, product managers, fire-safety organisations and other technical decision-makers.

Common search terms such as EV fire blanket, electric vehicle fire blanket, car fire blanket, vehicle fire blanket, battery fire blanket and fire containment blanket are included where useful. The technically preferred term throughout the DVM Reference remains Fire Limitation Blanket.

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DVM Fire Limitation Blanket Compliance Matrix
Technical basis: Informed by DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11
Purpose: Objective supplier comparison, evidence review, procurement documentation and OEM or private-label product assessment

Framework and standards status

This matrix is part of a technical reference and procurement framework developed by DVM International B.V.

It is not a DIN, EN, CEN, ISO or government-issued standard. It does not create separate product certification, constitute a legal conformity- assessment procedure or replace DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11, applicable legislation, product-specific test reports, risk assessments or the manufacturer’s instructions.

DIN 91489:2026-02 has been published as a draft successor. The applicable edition and contractual basis should therefore be verified whenever the matrix is used for procurement, testing or product claims.

Important functional limitation

A Fire Limitation Blanket is not an active extinguishing agent and should not be described as extinguishing a traction-battery fire or stopping thermal runaway.

The product category is intended for use on electric vehicles and not for direct use on a removed and opened traction battery.

Instructions for Professional Buyers

Complete the matrix for the exact product model, size, weight, construction, loop arrangement, packaging and instruction set being offered.

For every requirement:

identify the supplier, manufacturer, model and article number;
record the exact evidence reviewed;
mark the result as Pass, Fail or N/A;
record document titles, versions and dates;
identify gaps, restrictions and corrective actions;
retain the supporting evidence in the procurement or quality file.

A requirement should only be marked Pass when objective, relevant and traceable evidence is available for the exact product configuration under review.

A general brochure statement, website claim, fabric certificate or supplier assurance should not automatically be treated as evidence for the complete EV fire blanket.

Search language and technical terminology

Buyers may encounter the terms EV fire blanket, electric vehicle fire blanket, car fire blanket, vehicle fire blanket, battery fire blanket or fire containment blanket. This matrix uses the official technical term Fire Limitation Blanket and evaluates whether each commercial claim accurately describes the product’s documented function.

Section 1 – Product Identification and Traceability

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The manufacturer is identified by name and address.
The responsible supplier, importer, distributor or private-label owner is identified where applicable.
A unique product name, model designation and article number are stated consistently.
The finished blanket dimensions are stated clearly and can be verified.
The product weight is stated and corresponds with the supplied configuration.
A batch, serial or other production identifier supports traceability.
Packaging, labels, instructions, technical data and test reports identify the same product model.
The supplied product can be matched to the exact construction and configuration covered by the evidence.
Traceability records can connect the supplied batch to production and quality information.

Section 2 – Intended Function, Scope and Claims

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The product is described primarily as a Fire Limitation Blanket or with equivalent wording that does not imply active extinguishment.
Alternative terms such as EV fire blanket or electric vehicle fire blanket are explained in technically accurate context.
The intended function is limited to helping contain heat, flames, smoke and burning particles and limiting fire spread.
The product is not represented as an active extinguishing agent.
The product is not claimed to stop thermal runaway or guarantee extinguishment of a traction-battery fire.
The product is intended for use on electric vehicles and not for direct use on a removed and opened traction battery.
The product is not represented as personal protective equipment, electrical insulating equipment or respiratory protection.
Claims do not suggest that the blanket replaces evacuation, emergency services, incident command or site procedures.

Section 3 – Dimensions, Weight and Vehicle Coverage

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The finished length and width are stated in metres and verified.
The product is rectangular, including square configurations where applicable.
The selected dimensions are suitable for the intended vehicle category and application.
The blanket provides sufficient material to reach the ground around the intended vehicle during application testing.
Vehicle mirrors, roof systems, external accessories and ground clearance have been considered.
The measured or declared product weight is consistent with the product supplied and the application evidence.
The size and weight can be handled by the number of instructed personnel stated in the instructions.

Section 4 – Materials, Coatings and Construction

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The base fabric or substrate is identified clearly.
The coating type and coated sides are identified where applicable.
The total composite construction corresponds with the tested product.
Fabric weight, total coated weight and thickness are stated where relevant and supported.
Seams, overlap construction, edge finishing and reinforcement are documented.
The top and bottom surfaces are identified where they differ in construction or function.
Material and coating changes are subject to documented change control.
PFAS information or declarations are available where requested or applicable.
Relevant chemical and environmental declarations are available for the supplied materials.

Section 5 – Loops, Seams and Mechanical Stability

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The number, position and purpose of pull or lifting loops are documented.
Loop materials and attachment methods correspond with the tested configuration.
Loop attachment strength is supported by applicable evidence.
Seam and edge strength are supported by applicable mechanical evidence.
Material tensile strength is documented in relevant directions.
Cut resistance is supported by applicable evidence, including at least performance level A under DIN EN ISO 13997 where DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 is the basis.
The complete blanket remains mechanically usable after the applicable conditioning or exposure tests.
Mechanical results relate to the complete model rather than only to an unassembled fabric sample.

Section 6 – Flexibility and Deformation Resistance

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The blanket remains sufficiently flexible for storage, handling and deployment.
Applicable rollability or deformation testing has been completed for the material construction.
Where DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 is used, the applicable test using a bar of 100 ± 10 mm has been addressed.
No permanent deformation or damage impedes correct deployment after the applicable test.
Flexibility evidence corresponds with the finished coated and assembled construction.

Section 7 – EV Fire Blanket Deployment and Application Test

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The application test begins with the blanket in the supplied storage container or packaging.
The exact model can be applied by no more than two instructed persons where DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 is the basis.
The reference vehicle dimensions satisfy the applicable minimum values used by the technical rule.
Application is completed within the applicable time criterion for the selected edition.
Where DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 is used, the 30-second application criterion has been addressed.
Application has been demonstrated on both a dry and a wet vehicle where required.
The deployed blanket substantially covers the vehicle and reaches the ground around it as intended.
The application process is documented by video for the exact model.
The video clearly shows personnel, timing, vehicle condition, starting configuration and final coverage.
The supplied folding method, loop configuration and packaging match the application-test configuration.

Section 8 – Reaction to Fire and Thermal Performance

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
A reaction-to-fire classification report is available for the applicable material construction.
Where DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 is used, at least building-material class B with d0 under DIN EN 13501-1 is supported.
Any higher classification claimed by the supplier is stated accurately and supported by the report.
Evidence is available for resistance to direct flame exposure or applicable thermal loading.
Continuous and short-duration thermal performance claims are supported by defined test conditions.
Temperature development through the material is documented where applicable.
The report records penetration, cracking, melting, delamination or other failure criteria where relevant.
The tested material construction is identical to the construction used in the supplied product.
Material testing is not presented as complete-product compliance unless all other product requirements are also supported.

Section 9 – Environmental, Chemical and Operational Exposure

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
Water exposure and wet handling are addressed in the product evidence or instructions.
Resistance to relevant vehicle fluids or chemicals is documented where claimed.
Storage temperature and humidity limits are stated.
Outdoor, mobile or vehicle-based storage limitations are stated where applicable.
Contamination by oil, fuel, coolant, cleaning agents or fire residues is addressed in inspection and disposal guidance.
Abrasion, folding, transport and packaging risks are addressed.
Any ingress-protection or IP claim is stated only where the exact basis and applicable edition are identified.

Section 10 – Radio-Frequency and Electrical Information

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The manufacturer states whether the blanket is radio-frequency permeable.
The statement addresses relevant systems such as mobile communication or eCall where applicable.
The basis and limitations of any radio-frequency permeability claim are documented.
Electrical hazard limitations are stated clearly in the instructions.
The product is not represented as electrical insulating PPE.
Electrostatic behaviour is addressed where relevant to the product or application claim.

Section 11 – Marking, Labels and User Instructions

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The blanket or storage packaging identifies the product name and model.
The manufacturer and responsible supplier are identified correctly.
Dimensions and product weight are stated where required or relevant.
Batch, serial or production traceability information is present.
The applicable technical-rule reference and edition are stated accurately.
Top and bottom orientation are marked where the two sides differ.
Deployment direction, loop function and required personnel are explained clearly.
Instructions include intended use, limitations and required operational precautions.
Instructions address storage, inspection, reuse, quarantine, replacement and disposal.
Radio-frequency permeability information appears in the designated product information where applicable.
Instructions are available in the required language or languages for the intended market.
Artwork and language versions correspond with the approved production version.

Section 12 – Test Reports and Evidence Quality

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The test report identifies the applicable technical rule and edition.
The report identifies the tested manufacturer, product model and configuration.
Measured dimensions and weight are recorded where relevant.
Materials, coatings, seams, edges and loop arrangement are described sufficiently.
Application-test results are documented for the exact model.
Thermal and mechanical results are presented with test methods and acceptance criteria.
Conditioning, deviations, observations and failures are recorded.
The testing organisation or expert body is identified.
Manufacturer declarations are distinguished from independently tested results.
The report can be matched to the current production version.

Section 13 – Transfer of Results and Product Equivalence

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
Any transfer of test results to another size or model is documented and technically justified.
The material and coating construction are identical where evidence is transferred.
Seams, edges, reinforcements and loop attachments remain equivalent.
Differences in dimensions and weight have been assessed for their effect on deployment.
Folding, packaging and storage-container configuration remain equivalent.
The test report or technical justification supports the claimed transfer explicitly.
A separate application demonstration is available for each model where size, weight or handling differs.

Section 14 – Inspection, Reuse, Quarantine and Disposal

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
A documented periodic inspection interval is stated.
DVM’s recommended annual visual inspection can be implemented within the user’s system.
Inspection criteria cover packaging, loops, markings, contamination, damage and traceability.
The manufacturer states whether and under which conditions the product may be reused.
Post-use quarantine and assessment procedures are documented.
Contamination by battery gases, smoke, hazardous substances or fire residues is addressed.
Replacement criteria address thermal damage, tears, seam damage, loop damage and loss of traceability.
Cleaning or decontamination limitations are stated.
Disposal instructions address applicable hazardous-material and waste procedures.
The product is not described as reusable after every incident without inspection and defined acceptance criteria.

Section 15 – OEM and Private-Label Evaluation

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The OEM or private-label product uses the approved dimensions, materials, coatings and construction.
Seam, edge, reinforcement and loop drawings have been approved before production.
The packaging, folding method and storage container match the validated deployment configuration.
Artwork and all required language versions have been reviewed and approved.
Manufacturer, brand-owner, importer and distributor responsibilities are defined.
Model, batch and production traceability remain available under the private-label presentation.
Applicable test reports are linked to the private-label model through documented equivalence.
Product, material, packaging and artwork changes are controlled and documented.
The continued applicability of test evidence is reviewed after every relevant change.

Section 16 – International Market and Documentation Review

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
The intended countries and markets are identified.
The contractual technical-rule edition is identified clearly.
National fire-safety, occupational-safety, chemical and waste requirements have been reviewed.
Required language versions are available.
Required responsible economic operators are identified.
Training, instructed-personnel and site-procedure requirements are defined.
Required test reports, declarations and certificates have been identified.
DIN SPEC 91489 is not presented as automatic legal approval for every market.

Section 17 – Product Claims, Testing and Certification

Vereiste	Evidence reviewed	Voldoende	Onvoldoende	N/A
Claims distinguish clearly between material testing and complete-product testing.
Claims distinguish clearly between a test report and a product certificate.
The term “certified” is used only where an actual certification scheme and certificate apply.
Claims of conformity with DIN SPEC 91489 identify the applicable edition and product scope.
EV fire blanket and electric vehicle fire blanket terminology is used without implying extinguishment.
Claims such as “stops thermal runaway,” “extinguishes battery fires” or “safe for all EV fires” are absent unless narrowly defined and fully substantiated.
Claims of unlimited reuse, maintenance-free operation or universal suitability are absent.
All technical and commercial claims correspond with the currently supplied product version.

Assessment Note

A product should only be treated as fully aligned with the DVM Fire Limitation Blanket Compliance Matrix when all applicable safety-critical requirements are marked Pass and are supported by suitable, relevant and traceable evidence.

Completion of this matrix is a technical, procurement and documentary assessment. It is not a legal conformity-assessment procedure and does not create product certification.

A supplier declaration alone should not be treated as equivalent to an applicable independent product test report where testing is required to support a performance claim.

Missing application evidence, unsupported thermal or mechanical claims, unclear instructions, incorrect language versions, inconsistent product configurations or loss of traceability may justify rejection even when other requirements have passed.

Assessment Record

The completed matrix should record:

supplier and manufacturer name;
product name, model and article number;
finished dimensions and product weight;
material and coating construction;
seam, edge and loop configuration;
storage-container and folding configuration;
brand or private-label version;
intended country or market;
required language versions;
technical-rule edition used;
assessment date;
evaluator name or role;
documents and evidence reviewed;
document versions and dates;
identified gaps and corrective actions;
final procurement decision;
approval conditions;
date or trigger for reassessment.

Recommended Decision Categories

Approved: all applicable safety-critical requirements have passed and sufficient evidence is available.
Conditionally approved: limited non-safety-critical gaps remain and are subject to documented corrective action before production or supply.
Further evidence required: the assessment cannot be completed because relevant test, technical, deployment or traceability information is missing.
Rejected: one or more safety-critical requirements have failed, or the stated product claims cannot be supported adequately.

Related Reference Pages

Important: This matrix provides professional technical and procurement guidance. Always use it together with the current applicable technical rule, product-specific test reports, manufacturer instructions, operational risk assessments, emergency procedures and national or local requirements.

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