Todays most widely used type of fire extinguisher is the multipurpose dry chemical that is effective on class a, b and c fires. Dry chemical powders pioneers in the industry, we offer bc dry chemical powder, potassiumurea reaction based dry chemical powder, abc dry chemical powder, pyrochem multipurpose abc dry chemical powder and megavit dry chemical powder from india. Dry chemical powder fire extinguisher cartridge type with fire rating abc manufactured as per ic. Moreover, the chemical in it also frostresistant which enable the dry powder to set example of transformation of gas. This standard includes minimum requirements for dry chemical fireextinguishing systems that discharge dry chemical from fixed nozzles or hand hose lines by means of expellant gas. One can also check the description sign to ensure they have a dry chemical fire.
Bc rated for liquid, gas, and energized electrical fires. Users manual where to install this extinguisher how. The standard dry chemical fire extinguisher is a popular fire extinguisher for many businesses where flammable liquids or energized electrical equipment fires may occur. Your local amerex fire equipment distributor is professionally equipped to help you evaluate and implement these recommendations. Download the pdf sds sheets for your fire extinguisher below. Ul 299 dry chemical fire extinguishers standards catalog. Sentry dry chemical extinguishers are designed for protection of light and ordinary. Due to the improvement in the design and standard, we reserve the right to change the specifications without prior notice.
Multipurpose dry chemical extinguisher model number. Monnex powder is based on potassium bicarbonateurea complex. It is not intended for use on an outofcontrol fire, such as one which has reached the ceiling, endangers the user i. Multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguisher larsens. You should have the right types of fire extinguisher for your house or business premises, or you may not meet current regulations the various types of fire extinguisher put out fires started with different types of fuel these are called classes of fire. Protection of firefighters specific hazards arising from the chemical.
Identifying dry chemical powder fire extinguishers. Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. Industrial dry chemical systems buckeye fire equipment. Dry chemical extinguishers put out fire by coating the fuel with a thin layer of dust, separating the fuel from the oxygen in the air. It should be filled with abc dry chemical powder, manufactured as.
The usdot hazard class is limited quantity when pressurized to less. Australian standard as1851 applies to chemical fire extinguishers as well as other types of fire safety devices. A fire extinguisher is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations. Multipurpose dry chemical powder abc is effective on class a carbonaceous fire, class b flammable liquid fire and class c flammable gas fire. Fire extinguisher types and fire classes in australia. These chemical extinguishers are typically used for oil, grease, or electrical fires when a water based extinguisher would not help. Material safety data sheet portable dry chemical powder in. The 506 is not designed to protect water mist, wet chemical, afff or fffp foam extinguishers. This users manual contains important information about your fire. Dry powders extinguish the fire by forming a crust on metal surface excluding air and also absorbs heat from the metal surface. When a class k extinguisher is not available an abc dry chemical extinguisher can be carefully used to control a fire involving cooking oils or fats if the operator is aware of the potential need to reapply more chemical if the oils or fats reignite. Dry chemical powders bc dry chemical powder manufacturer.
Use the mounting bracket furnished with the extinguisher or an approved amerex vehicle bracket if required. One common type of fire extinguisher is dry chemical. It is also known as a dcp, be, or abe fire extinguisher. To determine if a fire extinguisher is a dry chemical type, one simply needs to look for the white band that runs around the tank. There are 5 main fire extinguisher types in australia water, foam, dry powder, co2 and wet chemical. Dcp fire extinguishers are easily distinguishable by the white band that is around the fire extinguisher cylinder near the top and if installed in a building they should also be identified by what is known as a description sign, which describes what fires the fire extinguisher can and cannot be used for. Be prepared when minutes matter and seconds count every year, fires cost businesses money, property, and most tragically, lives. This agent also works by creating a barrier between the oxygen element and the fuel element on class a fires. In most uw buildings, uw facilities or janitorial contractors is not responsible to clean up after a fire or discharged extinguisher. A dry chemical fire extinguisher is the most common type used in australia. The advantages of this dry powder extinguisher are it poses as a very good clearing for flames. The agent works by interrupting the chemical chain reaction.
Standard bc dry chemical is a sodium bicarbonatebased extinguishing agent that is suitable for use on class b and class c fires. Extinguishing agent of cartridge or cylinderoperated dry chemical stored chemical, stored pressure, loaded stream, and. Safety data sheet regular dry chemical fire extinguishing. Mp series these units contain specially fluidized and siliconized mono ammonium phosphate powder which smothers and breaks the chain reaction on class b fires, fuses and insulates class a fires, and, as a nonconductor of electricity, is effective on class c fires. The clouds of powdery dust released while using a fire extinguisher can create a messy residue. Fp1021, fp1531, fp2545, fp4566, fp90108 manufactuer.
Dry chemical powder fire extinguishers are the most widely used type of fire extinguisher. Not recommended for use on sensitive electronic equipment, standard dry chemical is suitable for flammable liquid hazards in offices, classrooms, churches, parking garages, hotelmotel assembly halls, retail stores, light manufacturing facilities. Composition classification chemical name chemical formula cas no quota %. Portable dry chemical powder fire extinguisher stored pressure operated applications bavaria phoenix is designed for protecting medium hazard areas, such as industrial and commercial complexes, petroleum companies, warehouses, residential buildings, vehicles and others efficiency high extinguishing performance rating due to its. A dry chemical extinguisher sprays a very fine powder of sodium bicarbonate nahco3, baking soda, potassium bicarbonate khco3, nearly identical to. Dry chemical dry chemical is the most widely used type of fire extinguisher and is also recognized as a multipurpose abc fire extinguisher. Dry chemical powder fire extinguishers fire extinguisher. Ul is a global independent safety science company offering expertise across three strategic businesses. Dry powder fire extinguishers stored pressure non corrosive pull pin. Dry chemical powder type fire extinguishers product code component a006. Heres the advantages and disadvantages of fire extinguishers.
Get free shipping on qualified dry chemical, fire extinguishers products or buy online pick up in store today in the electrical department. Naffco is the leading supplier of bsi, lpcb and ul certified dry powder fire extinguishers in the middle east. Monnex dry chemical fire extinguisher product codes. Portable dry chemical powder fire extinguisher stored. Dry powder naffco is the leading supplier of bsi, lpcb and ul certified dry powder fire extinguishers in the middle east.
All of our extinguishers are the most powerful on the market and offer high performance. Amerex b456 pdf amerex b abc dry chemical fire extinguisher with aluminum valve, 10 lb. Also, on a class a fire it creates a barrier between the fuel and the oxygen. Our extinguishers are suitable for use on petrol, oil, gas, electrical equipment and freely burning materials fires. It is important to use the correct extinguisher for the type of fuel. Material safety data sheet powder extinguisher fire.
Buckeye fire manufactures a line of standard dry chemical fire extinguishers that are designed to fight class b, and c fires using a sodium bicarbonatebased agent. Regular dry chemical fire extinguishing agent pressurized and nonpressurized revision date. Monnex dry chemical fire extinguisher sds preparation date mmddyyyy. The idea behind a dry chemical fire extinguisher is to blanket the fuel with an inert solid similar to dirt or sand. This agent also works by creating a barrier between the oxygen element and the fuel element on class a. The powder spray from the extinguisher may spread over a wide area, and may soil upholstery, carpets and walls.
They discharge a fine powder that absorbs fuel molecules, depriving the fire of a fuel source. Altamonte pty ltd 8 140 bayfield road east, bayswater north, vic, 3153. Multipurpose dry chemical a trash wood paper b liquids grease c electrical equipment a trash wood paper b liquids grease c electrical equipment. An abc extinguisher will have a label like this, indicating that it may be used on class a, b and c fires. Portable dry chemical powder fire extinguishers, stored pressure operated sp type date. Accidental release measures personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures wear appropriate protective clothing. Fxpmob75 firex abe dry powder extinguisher 75kg fxpmob100 firex abe dry powder extinguisher 100kg yabe10 yuyao abe dry powder extinguisher 1. Fire extinguisherdry chemical associated enterprises. The powder also works to interrupt the chemical reaction of fire, so these extinguishers are extremely.