PalEx DCP-SBC/PBC is a multipurpose dry powder for fire fighting. It is a sodium / potassium bicarbonate based powder treated with additives to make it free flowing and moisture repellent.
Packaging indicates dry chemical powder for fire fighting, suitable for B and C class of fire, and is a foam compatible type.
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| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Trade Mark / Brand | PALEX |
| BIS Standard Code | IS 4308:2019 |
| Type | Dry Chemical Powder SBC / PBC |
PalEx SBC/PBC powder is suitable for use in all types of portable fire extinguishers, as well as for mobile extinguishers and fixed installations.
Dry propelling agents such as nitrogen or carbon dioxide can be used.
It is a multipurpose extinguishing powder which is used to combat Class-B fires involving non-polar fuel & polar fuel, and Class-C fires involving energized electrical equipment.
Specific applications include refineries, textiles, etc.
The SBC/PBC based BC agent is a much more effective extinguishing agent.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Free flowing white powder |
| SBC Content | >= 75% |
| Apparent density | 0.70 - 1.10 |
| Free flowing characteristics | >= 50 gm/s |
| Moisture Content | < 0.5% |
| Water Repellence | < 1.5% |
| Fire performance | Passes |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Approvals | BIS (Bureau of Indian Standard) |
| Brand | PALEX |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type of Extinguisher | Stored Pressure |
| Type of Extinguishing Media | Dry Powder IS 4308 : 2019 |
| Anti-Corrosive Inhibitor | Epoxy Polyester Powder Coating |
| Confirming IS Code | IS 15683 : 2018 |
| Expellant | Pressurized With N2 gas |
| Minimum Effective Discharge | 85% |
| Operating Position | Upright |
| Operating Temperature –(c) | (-)10– C to (+)60– C |
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Yes, it is suitable for portable, mobile extinguishers, and fixed installations.
Yes, it combats Class-C fires which involve energized electrical equipment.
Yes, it is used to combat Class-B fires involving both non-polar and polar fuels.
Yes, it is treated with different type additives to make it free flowing and moisture repellent.
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