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D-Type Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher – 4 kg with chloride-based dry powder for Class D metal fires. Mild Steel cylinder body with pressure gauge and wall-mount bracket.

  • Capacity: 4 KG
  • Fire Class: Class D (Metal Fires)
  • Extinguishing Media: Ternary Eutectic Chloride-Based Dry Powder (IS 4308:2019)
  • Effective Discharge Time: Minimum: 13 sec. (Actual: Approx. 13 sec.)
  • Percentage of Discharge: Minimum: 85% (Actual: Approx. 95%)
  • Working Temperature: -10°C to +60°C
  • Service Pressure: 15 BAR
  • Maximum Service Pressure: 17 BAR

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Product Description

Suitable for Class D (Metal Fires).

These extinguishers come with a nominal charge of 4 kg (±2%) chloride-based dry powder. Designed for medium-scale metal fire risks. Features include a durable Mild Steel (MS) cylinder body, pressure gauge, and wall-mount bracket. Suitable for operating temperatures ranging from -10°C to +60°C.

1. General Data

ParameterSpecification
ManufacturerPalladium Safety Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Trade Mark / BrandPALEX
BIS Standard CodeIS 15683:2018
TypePortable Fire Extinguisher (Stored Pressure Type)

2. Performance Data

ParameterSpecification
Capacity4 KG
Effective Discharge TimeMinimum: 13 sec. (Actual: Approx. 13 sec.)
Percentage of DischargeMinimum: 85% (Actual: Approx. 95%)
Working Temperature-10°C to +60°C
Service Pressure15 BAR
Maximum Service Pressure17 BAR
Hydraulic Test Pressure35 BAR

3. Material of Construction

ComponentMaterial
BodyMild Steel (MS) Low Carbon Welded Sheet (Max. 0.25% Carbon, 0.05% Phosphorus, 0.05% Sulphur) conforming to IS 513
Extinguishing MediaTernary Eutectic Chloride-Based Dry Powder conforming to IS 4308:2019
Neck RingMS Pipe, Female Threaded (Filling Dia Ø 29 mm)
ValveBrass – Male Threaded, Squeeze Grip Type
Syphon TubePVC / Plastic
Hose PipePVC Braided (450 mm ± 10 mm)
Pressure GaugeAs per IS 15683:2018
Discharge NozzlePVC
Wall Mounting BracketMS Powder-Coated with Screw

4. Quality Test

TestSpecification
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 TestInverted Glass Jar / Soap Solution
Partial DischargeThe second pressure or weight shall not be less than 75% of the first after interruption of discharge

5. Dimensions

ParameterSpecification
Diameter150 mm ± 2 mm
Height400 mm ± 2 mm
Thickness1.2 mm Thick Sheet
Full / Gross Weight6.5 KG ±2% (Approx.)

6. Anti-Corrosion Treatment

The extinguisher undergoes a 7-tank anti-corrosion process, followed by an epoxy powder coating with a minimum thickness of 50 microns.

7. Miscellaneous

ParameterSpecification
Inspection & TestingAs per approved QAP
FinishPO Red as per IS:5 (Shade 538)
MarkingAs per IS 15683:2018
ApprovalsBIS (Bureau of Indian Standards)
Maintenance, Care & RefillingAs per IS 2190

8. Packing

ParameterSpecification
Box TypeCorrugated Boxes
Box Dimensions165 mm × 165 mm × 420 mm

9. In-Box Accessories

ItemQuantity
Wall Mounting Bracket1 No.
Fire Extinguisher1 No. (Fully Assembled)
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