The 6 kg BC powder (DCP) fire extinguisher is a common size for fuel stores, LPG cylinder banks and generator rooms. Here are 6 models of this size from Kanex and Minimax, compared side by side.
Figures as each maker publishes them. BC powder units carry B ratings for flammable liquids under IS 15683: a higher number means a larger test fire put out. BC powder is also used on gas (Class C) fires but is not rated for wood and paper fires.
| Model | Pressure | Fire rating | Discharge time | Throw | Height | Full weight | Product code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanex SBC Stored Pressure (RQ series) | Stored pressure | 183B | 24 sec | 4 m | 530 mm | 8.9 kg | KFARQ-6-S |
| Kanex PBC Stored Pressure (RQ series) | Stored pressure | 34B | 24 sec | 4 m | 530 mm | 8.9 kg | KFARQ-6-P |
| Kanex SBC Cartridge Operated Portable (RQ series) | Cartridge | 183B | 20 sec | 4.5 m | 540 mm | 10.3 kg | KFDRQ-6-S |
| Kanex PBC Cartridge Operated Portable (RQ series) | Cartridge | 183B | 20 sec | 4.5 m | 540 mm | 10.3 kg | KFDRQ-6-P |
| Minimax Stored Pressure | Stored pressure | 144B | 15 sec | ||||
| Minimax Gas Cartridge | Cartridge | 144B | 15 sec |
Across the 6 models here, as their makers list them: full weight about 8.9 to 10.3 kg, height about 530 to 540 mm, discharge time about 15 to 24 seconds and throw about 4 to 4.5 m.
Ratings at 6 kg run from 34B to 183B by model as the makers list them; Minimax lists 144B for both its stored pressure and cartridge units.
Stored pressure units show their charge on a gauge; cartridge units from Kanex and Minimax can be refilled on site and suit outdoor fuel areas.
Sizes: 4 kg, 6 kg, 9 kg
Portable stored pressure extinguisher filled with siliconized sodium bicarbonate powder for flammable liquid, gas and electrical fires. Available in 4, 6 and 9 kg with hose and nozzle discharge.
Sizes: 4 kg, 6 kg, 9 kg
The same portable stored pressure design filled with siliconized potassium bicarbonate powder, offered in 4, 6 and 9 kg. Intended for flammable liquid, pressurised gas and electrical risks.
Sizes: 4 kg, 6 kg, 9 kg
Portable cartridge operated extinguisher in 4, 6 and 9 kg with sodium bicarbonate powder and a separate CO2 cartridge as propellant. Suited to industrial areas where a higher flammable liquid rating is wanted.
Sizes: 4 kg, 6 kg, 9 kg
Cartridge operated portable in 4, 6 and 9 kg filled with potassium bicarbonate powder, using a CO2 cartridge to expel the charge. For Class B, C and electrical fire risks.
Sizes: 1 kg to 9 kg
Portable stored pressure extinguisher with sodium bicarbonate powder in 1, 2, 4, 6 and 9 kg, pressurised with dry nitrogen. The 1 kg size is rated 34B with a minimum effective discharge time of 8 seconds.
Sizes: 4 kg, 6 kg, 9 kg
Gas cartridge operated BC powder extinguisher in 4, 6 and 9 kg for industrial use and severe, usually outdoor, conditions. The 4 kg size is rated 89B with a minimum effective discharge time of 13 seconds.
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