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There are a number of different chemicals. The most common are... Monammonium phosphate, Potassium bicarbonate and Sodium bicarbonate (aka baking powder)
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What is monex dry powder?
A type chemical fire extinguisher.
What is hydrocarbon fire extinguisher?
BC type Dry powder extinguisher is the hydrocarbon extinguisher since it is used for extinguishing hydrocarbon fires.
Does dry chemical powder expires?
No it does not, but it may not be usable if the pressurized gas gets discharged.
Is a 1985 dry chemical first alert fire extinguisher still OK - The green test button still pops up?
Would not bet my life on an extinguisher that is nearly 30 years old. The mention of a test button indicates this is a disposable extinguisher. Get another- they are fairly cheap.
Why dry ether used as a catalyst in chemical reactions?
dry ether is generally used as solvent in chemical reactions. to the best of my knowledge there is no reaction where ether is used as a catalyst.
What is monex dry powder?
A type chemical fire extinguisher.
Should a dry chemical extinguisher or a pressure water extinguisher be used on an electrical fire?
You would not want to use a pressure water extinguisher on any electrical fire due to the possibility of electricity being conducted through the water and injuring someone. A CO2, dry chemical or "clean agent" (e.g., "Halogenated") extinguisher would be a better choice for an electrical fire, knowing that dry chemical powder will make quite a mess.
What is hydrocarbon fire extinguisher?
BC type Dry powder extinguisher is the hydrocarbon extinguisher since it is used for extinguishing hydrocarbon fires.
What fire extinguisher do you use for a car fire?
A car extinguisher may be necessary for putting out several different types of fires, so it should be a Class A:B:C extinguisher, normally dry powder. For an irreplaceable classic, one might consider a CO2 or a "clean agent" extinguisher, to avoid the damage potential of dry powder chemical extinguishers.
What type of fire is a dry powder extinguisher used for?
liquid and electrical fires.
What type of extinguisher agent must be used for all classes of fire?
dry powder
Why can you put out the television fire by Dry powder fire extinguisher?
Because that is what the Dry powder (or Dry Chem.) is made for.
Why would someone use a dry powder fire extinguisher rather than a foam one?
A dry powder fire extinguisher is mostly recommended for use in vehicles and in the home. So basically they are usually used for small fire emergencies.
What chemical used in dcp fire extinguisher?
basically in DCP (dry chemical powder) fire extinguishers mono ammoniumphosphate is used. but some more chemicals compound are also used e.g. sodium bicarbonate, potassium bicarbonate, pottasium chloride etc.
Health risks for breathing in dry fire extinguisher powder?
treatment for breathing in fire extinguisher power
Is it safe to use a water extinguisher on an electrical fire?
NO!!!!! Use a Dry Chemical extinguisher
A water extinguisher is safe to use on an electrical fire.?
NO!!!!! Use a Dry Chemical extinguisher
