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Fire Suppression

What do the UL Ratings mean?

Class A

Wood, Paper, cloth, trash, plastics (solids that are not metals).

Class B

Flammable liquids and vapours, such as gasoline, oil, grease, acetone).

Class C

Electrical fires.

Class D

Metal fires (magnesium, sodium, potassium and sodium-potassium alloys).

Class K

Cooking oil fires (mainly relating to restaurants).
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Classes A, B, C are those which relate generally to homes and households.

In relation to Class A, multiply the number in front of the letter by 1.25 to indicate how much water the extinguisher contains. For example a Rating of 2-A shows the unit contains 2.5 gallons of water.

For a Class B Rating, the number shows how many square feet the extinguisher can suppress.

Classes C, D, and K do not have a numerical rating.

So, to take the Kidde Pro immediately below, this is an extinguisher with a 2-A:10-B:C Rating, which means that it contains 2.5 gallons of water, can cover 10 square feet of suppression, and is suitable for dealing with fires in the A, B, and C categories shown above. 

We have written more for you to know about about fire suppression, the different types of fire extinguishers, and the Classes of fire.

  • Kidde Pro Extinguisher ABC

    Kidde Pro Extinguisher ABC

    Multipurpose protection so you can fight small Class A, B, and C fires with a powerful discharge of 13 to 15 seconds over a range of between 10 and 15 feet. Rated 2-A:10-B:C.

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  • First Alert HOME1 Extinguisher ABC

    First Alert HOME1 Extinguisher ABC

    Highly popular rechargeable multipurpose fire extinguisher Rated 1-A:10-B:C from a brand trusted by many. It's an essential accessory for suppressing household fires,

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  • First Alert HOME2 PRO

    First Alert HOME2 PRO

    Heavy Duty rechargeable fire extinguisher that fully meets the 2-A:10-B:C code requirements, is easy to use, and is backed up by a 12-year limited warranty.

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  • Amerex B500 2-Pack

    Amerex B500 2-Pack

    Rated 2A:10B:C this easy-to-use twin pack of multipurpose extinguishers each of which has a discharge time of 14 seconds over a range of 12 to 18 feet

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  • Buckeye 11340 Multipurpose

    Buckeye 11340 Multipurpose

    With a rating of 4-A:80-B:C, this relatively large fire extinguisher has an extended discharge time of 22 seconds over a range of between 15 to 21 feet.

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  • Kidde FA110 Multi Purpose Fire Extinguisher

    Kidde FA110 Multi Purpose Fire Extinguisher

    Rated for 1-A:10-B:C this example is designed to deal effectively with most common household fires when caught in time.

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  • First Alert EZ Fire Spray 

    First Alert EZ Fire Spray

    Top selling and perfect for application in the kitchen, garage and RV, this high-powered spray provides 32 seconds of firefighting time against Categories A, B and C above.

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  • Amerex B500, 5lb Dry Chemical Class A B C

    Amerex B500, 5lb Dry Chemical Class A B C

    UL Rated for Classes A, B and C fires, this highly regarded and refillable model from Amerex has a discharge time of 14 seconds.

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  • Amerex B402, 5lb Dry Chemical Class A B C

    Amerex B402, 5lb Dry Chemical Class A B C

    UL Rated for Classes A, B and C fires, this is another refillable model from Amerex that also has a discharge time of 14 seconds.

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  • Fire Extinguisher Blanket

    Fire Extinguisher Blanket

    Ideal for smothering a small fire so you can act quickly to prevent its rapid spread. The blanket also acts as a body heat shield to help you escape in an emergency.

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  • Alorva - 2 x Fire Blankets

    Alorva - 2 x Fire Blankets

    Designed by firefighter these are made of Silicone-Coated Fiberglass Cloth for Maximum Heat Protection and Rapid Fire Suppression.

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