Multi Purpose Fire Extinguisher - 2KG ABC Dry Powder Extinguisher FireShield PRO

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ABC dry chemical is inappropriate for chlorine or oxidizer fires. [7] The resulting chemical reaction can cause an explosion or a breakdown of the chemicals releasing toxic gases. Water should be used in that case. [8] [9] A great alternative is an ABC fire extinguisher. The dry chemical in an ABC fire extinguisher puts out multiple fire sources: grease, oil, wood, clothes, papers, liquids, gases and energized electrical sources. An ABC fire extinguisher usually combines mono-ammonium phosphate and ammonium sulfate. It is often colloquially simplified as “ABC Dry Chemical,” “ABE Powder,” or “multi-purpose dry chemical.” It emanates from the extinguisher as a dry powder. Water – Absorbs the heat, cools the burning material, and removes oxygen. Variants of water fire extinguishers include water mist and water spray extinguishers. Monoammonium phosphate, ABC Dry Chemical, ABC Powder, tri-class, or multi-purpose dry chemical is a dry chemical extinguishing agent used on class A, class B, and class C fires. It uses a specially fluidized and siliconized monoammonium phosphate powder. [1] ABC dry chemical is usually a mix of monoammonium phosphate and ammonium sulfate, the former being the active component. The mix between the two agents is usually 40–60%, 60–40%, or 90–10% depending on local standards worldwide. The USGS uses a similar mixture, called Phos Chek G75F. [2] Uses [ edit ] Common use [ edit ]

Combustible metal fires burn at extremely high temperatures, requiring specialized substances to suppress the fires. Water is particularly incompatible with these fires as combustible metals can burn at such high intensity that they separate water into hydrogen and oxygen atoms, increasing its ferocity. Dry chemicals, halogen, and specialized foams can suppress Class B fires. Halogen was standard in household fire extinguishers until the 1990s when scientists discovered they were terrible for the Ozone layer. So now, we tend to use the dry chemical mono ammonium phosphate found in most ABC-grade extinguishers. Equipped with a full range of spare parts, Fire Armour is capable of providing full support for repairing any dry powder fire extinguishers. As a matter of fact, Fire Armour can service and repair all brands of fire extinguishers. Above all, Fire Armour is a licensed workshop recognised by SCDF and inspected by PSB TUV SUD, Singapore. Rest assured, your expensive equipment are handled professionally and not outsourced to a third party. Why Choose Our ABC Dry Powder Fire Extinguishers

There is no single fire extinguisher which works on all classes of fire. What are the different classes of fire?

The primary Class K extinguishers available today are marked A-K extinguishers, which are usable for Class A fires. These extinguishers use a wet chemical compound with potassium acetate’s active agent. This damp chemical has enhanced heat reduction above and beyond ABC-rated extinguishers. 4. Frequently Asked Questions Is the powder in ABC fire extinguishers toxic?While fire extinguishers aren’t a legal requirement for private cars, caravans or motorhomes in the UK, it’s For each fire extinguisher, there will be a number and letter combination that tell you its classification. The letter indicates which class of fire it is designed to extinguish, the number indicates the power of the extinguisher. Therefore, the higher the number of the fire extinguisher's classification, the more power that extinguisher will have. does not create a mess or long term damage after the fire has been extinguished, and allows for a shorter business contingency plan.

Many are also safe for use on fires involving live electrical equipment. This is typically displayed on the cylinder in the form of an electrical bolt icon, or reference is made to it in the text on the cylinder body. The fire extinguisher’s rating is typically displayed directly on the canister, near the manufacturer’s information and the usage instructions. The rating is included in the classification information, see example below. Use 98% hot water and 2% vinegar solution for stubborn residue. An explanation of baking soda and hot water paste may be adequate. After scrubbing, use a damp rag to dab the area clean. Water is not great for Class B fires because moisture can cause combustible minerals to splatter and spread the fire. Furthermore, many flammable liquids float on top of the water, meaning water is not excellent at acting as a barrier between the fluid and its oxygen source. Class C Fires – Energized Electrical Fires Stands & Storage – If you are looking for a designated place to store and protect your fire extinguishers look no further than our wide range of cabinets and standsClass D: Fire implicates combustible metals, such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium. Fire Extinguishers with a D rating is intended to extinguish fires involving combustible or flammable metals.