Fire Extinguisher

Fire Extinguishers for sale in Nassau County, NY

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Fire extinguishers for sale in Nassau County, NY

Fire Extinguisher Ratings

Class A

Class A Extinguishers will put out fires in ordinary combustibles, such as wood and paper. The numerical rating for this class of fire extinguisher refers to the amount of water the fire extinguisher holds and the amount of fire it will extinguish.

Class B

Class B Extinguishers should be used on fires involving flammable liquids, such as grease, gasoline, and oil. The numerical rating for this class of fire extinguisher states the approximate number of square feet of a flammable liquid fire that a non-expert person can expect to extinguish.

Class C

Class C Extinguishers are suitable for use on electrically energized fires. This class of fire extinguishers does not have a numerical rating. The presence of the letter “C” indicates that the extinguishing agent is non-conductive.

Class D

Class D Extinguishers are designed for use on flammable metals and are often specific for the type of metal in question. There is no picture designator for Class D extinguishers. These extinguishers generally have no rating nor are they given a multi-purpose rating for use on other types of fires.

Class K

Fires that involve cooking oils or fats are designated “Class K” under the American system, and “Class F” under the European/Australasian systems. Though such fires are technically a subclass of the flammable liquid/gas class, the special characteristics of these types of fires, namely the higher flash point, are considered important enough to recognize separately. Watermist can be used to extinguish such fires, as can dry-powder, CO2 or, for small fires, mechanical smothering. Appropriate fire extinguishers may also have hoods over them that help extinguish the fire.
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Fire Extinguisher Ratings

Class A

Class A Extinguishers will put out fires in ordinary combustibles, such as wood and paper. The numerical rating for this class of fire extinguisher refers to the amount of water the fire extinguisher holds and the amount of fire it will extinguish.

Class B

Class B Extinguishers should be used on fires involving flammable liquids, such as grease, gasoline, and oil. The numerical rating for this class of fire extinguisher states the approximate number of square feet of a flammable liquid fire that a non-expert person can expect to extinguish.

Class C

Class C Extinguishers are suitable for use on electrically energized fires. This class of fire extinguishers does not have a numerical rating. The presence of the letter “C” indicates that the extinguishing agent is non-conductive.

Class D

Class D Extinguishers are designed for use on flammable metals and are often specific for the type of metal in question. There is no picture designator for Class D extinguishers. These extinguishers generally have no rating nor are they given a multi-purpose rating for use on other types of fires.

Class K

Fires that involve cooking oils or fats are designated “Class K” under the American system, and “Class F” under the European/Australasian systems. Though such fires are technically a subclass of the flammable liquid/gas class, the special characteristics of these types of fires, namely the higher flash point, are considered important enough to recognize separately. Watermist can be used to extinguish such fires, as can dry-powder, CO2 or, for small fires, mechanical smothering. Appropriate fire extinguishers may also have hoods over them that help extinguish the fire.

TYPES OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Fire Foe Corp. provides information about the different types of fire extinguishers, such as Dry Chemical, Halon, Water, and Carbon Dioxide.
Dry Chemical Extinguishers — Brooklyn, NY — Fire Foe Corp.

Dry Chemical Extinguishers

A fire extinguisher that can put out a combination of Class A, B, and C fire is a good investment. Fire Foe Corp. sells “all-purpose” or dry chemical extinguishers in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Check out our list and choose the right size that suits your fire safety needs.

Halon & Halotron Extinguishers

Halon & Halotron extinguishers contain a gas that interrupts the chemical reaction that takes place when fuels burn. These types of extinguishers are often used to protect valuable electrical equipment since they leave no residue to clean up. Halon & Halotron extinguishers have a limited range, usually 4 to 6 feet. The initial application of these extinguishers should be made at the base of the fire, even after the flames have been extinguished.
Water Extinguishers — Brooklyn, NY — Fire Foe Corp.

Water & Water Mist Extinguishers

These extinguishers contain water and compressed gas and should only be used on Class A (ordinary combustibles) fires.

Carbon Dioxide Extinguishers

Carbon Dioxide extinguishers are most effective on Class B and C (liquids and electrical) fires. Since the gas disperses quickly, these extinguishers are only effective from 3 to 8 feet. The carbon dioxide is stored as a compressed liquid in the extinguisher; as it expands, it cools the surrounding air. The cooling will often cause ice to form around the “horn” where the gas is expelled from the extinguisher. Since the fire could re-ignite, continue to apply the agent even after the fire appears to be out.
To learn more information about which fire extinguisher will be best for you, contact Fire Foe Corp. at 718-937-9700 today.
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