BC Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher – 4 kg with a durable Stainless Steel 304 cylinder body, pressure gauge, and wall-mount bracket. Effective on Class B, C, and electrically started fires.
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Suitable for Class B, C, and electrically started fires.
These extinguishers come with a nominal charge of 4 kg (±2%) dry powder. Designed for medium-scale fire risks. Features include a durable Stainless Steel (SS) cylinder body, pressure gauge, and wall-mount bracket. Suitable for operating temperatures ranging from -10°C to +60°C.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Palladium Safety Solutions Pvt. Ltd. |
| Trade Mark / Brand | PALEX |
| BIS Standard Code | IS 15683:2018 |
| Type | Portable Fire Extinguisher (Stored Pressure Type) |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4 KG |
| Fire Rating | 55B (Class B – Liquid Fuel, Class C – Gases Fire) |
| Effective Discharge Time | Minimum: 13 sec. (Actual: Approx. 15 sec.) |
| Bulk Range of Discharge | Minimum: 2 m (Actual: Approx. 3 m) |
| Percentage of Discharge | Minimum: 85% (Actual: Approx. 95%) |
| Working Temperature | -10°C to +60°C |
| Service Pressure | 15 BAR |
| Hydraulic Test Pressure | 35 BAR |
| Component | Material |
|---|---|
| Body | Stainless Steel 304 (1.2 mm Thickness) |
| Extinguishing Media | Sodium / Potassium Bicarbonate (?±75%) conforming to IS 4308:2019 |
| Neck Ring | Stainless Steel 304, Female Threaded (Filling Dia Ø 29 mm) |
| Valve | Brass – Male Threaded, Squeeze Grip Type |
| Syphon Tube | PVC / Plastic |
| Hose Pipe | PVC Braided (450 mm) |
| Pressure Gauge | As per IS 15683:2018 |
| Discharge Nozzle | PVC |
| Bottom Dome | PVC / Plastic |
| Test | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hydro Pressure Test (Pt) | 35 bar (3.5 MPa), Hold for 1 minute |
| Minimum Burst Pressure (Pb) | 55 bar (5.5 MPa), Hold for 1 minute |
| Leakage Test | Inverted Glass Jar / Soap Solution |
| Partial Discharge | The second pressure or weight shall not be less than 75% of the first after interruption of discharge |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 150 mm ± 2 mm |
| Height | 400 mm ± 2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm Thick Sheet |
| Full / Gross Weight | 6.3 KG ±2% (Approx.) |
The extinguisher undergoes a 7-tank anti-corrosion process, followed by an epoxy powder coating with a minimum thickness of 50 microns.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Inspection & Testing | As per approved QAP |
| Finish | PO Red as per IS:5 (Shade 538) |
| Marking | As per IS 15683:2018 |
| Approvals | BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) |
| Maintenance, Care & Refilling | As per IS 2190 |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Box Type | Corrugated Boxes |
| Box Dimensions | 162 mm × 162 mm × 475 mm |
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Wall Mounting Bracket | 1 No. |
| Fire Extinguisher | 1 No. (Fully Assembled) |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4 KG |
| Type | Stored Pressure |
| Fire Rating | 55B (Class B – Liquid Fuel, Class C – Gases Fire) |
| Effective Discharge Time | Minimum: 13 sec. (Actual: Approx. 15 sec.) |
| Bulk Range of Discharge | Minimum: 2 m (Actual: Approx. 3 m) |
| Percentage of Discharge | Minimum: 85% (Actual: Approx. 95%) |
| Working Temperature | -10°C to +60°C |
| Service Pressure | 15 BAR |
| Hydraulic Test Pressure | 35 BAR |
| Body Material | Stainless Steel 304 (1.2 mm) |
| Extinguishing Media | Sodium / Potassium Bicarbonate (IS 4308:2019) |
| Full / Gross Weight | 6.3 KG ±2% (Approx.) |
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It is suitable for Class B (liquid fuel), Class C (gaseous fires), and electrically started fires.
The fire rating is 55B, with an effective discharge time of approximately 15 seconds, throw range of approximately 3 metres, and discharge efficiency of about 95%.
The body and neck ring are made from Stainless Steel 304 (1.2 mm thickness), with a 7-tank anti-corrosion process and epoxy powder coating (minimum 50 microns).
It conforms to IS 15683:2018 for portable fire extinguishers and IS 4308:2019 for the extinguishing media. It is BIS approved.
Each unit includes 1 fully assembled fire extinguisher and 1 wall mounting bracket, packed in a corrugated box (162 mm × 162 mm × 475 mm).
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