Carbon dioxide gas has a cooling effect, which makes CO2 fire extinguishers so effective. By directing the jet of carbon dioxide to the base of the fire and covering the air around it, this extinguisher reduces the oxygen level at the fire point, preventing the fire from spreading and re-igniting.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Total height: 1540mm
Cylinder height: 1500mm
Cylinder diameter: 267 mm
Minimum wall thickness: 5.5mm
Width wheel – wheel: 530mm
Nozzle diameter: 5x3mm
Hose length: 5 metresDischarge time: >50 secondsDischarge distance: 5 metres
CO2 fire extinguishers are extensively used in electronic factories, ships, electrical and generator plants or rooms. Carbon dioxide offers the added benefit of being a clean extinguishing agent: it does not leave any residue behind once its been discharged.