The letter indicate the types of fire the extinguisher will put out. They are,
A: Common combustibles: Wood, Paper, Cloth
B: Flammable Combustibles: Gas, Propane & Solvents
C: Electrical: Wires & Motors
D: Combustibles: Magnesium & lithium
K: Cooking Media: Oils
LETTER- type of fire it will extinguish NUMBER- capacity. Higher the number, the bigger the fire it can extinguish.
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what does the letter b on a b-1 fire extinguisher mean
Type of fire it will extinguish, and the capacity of the exinguisher
The numbers on a fire extinguisher indicate its effectiveness against specific types of fires. For example, a fire extinguisher labeled with a number followed by a letter (like 2A or 4B) signifies its capacity to extinguish fires of certain classes, such as ordinary combustibles (A) or flammable liquids (B). The higher the number, the greater the fire-fighting capability of the extinguisher for that class. Always refer to the label for specific instructions and details on usage.
The letter "B" on a B1 fire extinguisher indicates that it is suitable for extinguishing fires involving flammable liquids, such as gasoline, oil, and paints. The "1" signifies the extinguisher's capacity, meaning it is rated for use on small fires. This classification helps users quickly identify the appropriate extinguisher type for specific fire hazards.
how does a fire extinguisher work
A Class C fire extinguisher.
A Class C fire extinguisher.
If you mean "portable fire extinguisher" they cannot be more than 40 pounds and the average is closer to 10 or less.
The type of fire it is designed to extinguish
We are use the co2 as fire extinguisher