The extinguisher’s nozzle disperses finest water mist particles to suppress fire and extinguish burning materials. Watch this video to see water mist extinguishers in action in comparison to other extinguisher types. UltraFire and Britannia offer de-ionised water mist extinguishers. This is important to ensure that the media is non-conductive and bacteria-free. When researching products we would recommend that you ensure that the mist extinguisher in consideration is charged with de-ionised water and not just ordinary water. Tests show absence of legionella bacteria over the lifespan of a fill. De-ionised water also restricts bacteria growth. In contrast to powder extinguishers, water mist extinguishers also eliminate the risk of powder inhalation in small spaces such as boats or small kitchens. The water mist is also suitable for churches and historic buildings as the water mist does not saturate the objects in the building as a traditional water extinguisher would and has no harmful substances that could chemically damage wood or soft furnishing. Refills are relatively cheap and disposal at the end of the extinguisher life is no problem. The water mist discharge can even be safely pointed at people if their clothes are on fire. The discharge from water mist extinguishers with de-ionised water is completely non-conductive, leaves no residue and can be used in food preparation areas and clean rooms. This offers customers significant savings. They have been di-electrically tested with 35,000 Volt for user safety and are therefore safe for use on live electrical equipment of up to 1000 Volt (1m safety distance).Īs only one extinguisher type is required for almost all locations, water mist extinguishers do reduce the risk of confusion and can replace typical fire points consisting of a CO2 and a traditional water-based extinguisher with just one single fire extinguisher. Water mist extinguishers with de-ionised water are ideal for offices, public buildings, such as schools, but are also excellent general household fire extinguishers.
Water mist extinguishers are nevertheless suited for B and C fires.
Hence the limited number of classes stated on the front of all water mist extinguishers. Please note that the current certification standards do not allow yet the the formal certification of water-based extinguishers on B and C fires. They are capable of extinguishing class A (solids), class B (flammable liquids) and class C (flammable gasses) fires. Spray nozzle complies with the dielectric test of BS EN3-7, clause 9.Portable water mist extinguishers with de-ionised water are broad spectrum fire extinguishers.We also offer corporate branded header labels, which are a fantastic way to promote the corporate image of your organisation. This can provide valuable and critical time when helping to evacuate a building or extinguish a small fire, if safe to do so. The stored pressure water fire extinguisher is suitable for use on Class A combustible material fires (wood, paper, textiles).Īs part of our Premium Range, the 9 litre Water fire extinguisher comes with Jactone’s distinctive colour coded header label and handle which ensure that the extinguisher is identifiable from any angle. Part of our UK manufactured Premium Range, the 9 litre Water fire extinguisher is Kitemark certified to BS EN3, UKCA and CE marked.
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