A range of fire extinguishers for use on or around live electrical equipment, including traditional powder and CO2 extinguishers. We also offer water mist fire extinguishers that have been di-electrically tested in accordance with EN3-7. These extinguishers use de-ionised water and a specially designed spray nozzle dispenses a fine mist which ensures they are safe to use on or near live electricity.
For more information about the different types of fire extinguishers, please visit our helpful fire extinguisher guide.
These MED Approved and Kitemarked extinguishers do not need annual servicing by an extinguisher company and are fitted with Schrader valves for easy refilling.
Extinguisher Rating: 43A, 233B, C
Service-free fire extinguisher - fitted with Schrader valve
MED Approved
Manufactured in the UK
Price includes site survey, install and commissioning
A super powder fire extinguisher that is the most effective at tackling large flammable liquid fires such as fuel, alcohol and paint. Ideal for petrol stations, fuel depots, airports.
Extinguisher Rating: 233B, C
5 year warranty
Kitemarked and CE marked
High performance Monnex Powder with corrosion free valve assembly
Kitemarked and CE Marked, this extinguisher does not require an extinguisher company to service it. Reducing your maintenance costs and saving you money.
Extinguisher Rating: 55A, 233B & C
Kitemarked by BSI to BS EN 3
Over 2kg lighter than normal 9kg powder extinguishers
Manufactured in the UK
Price includes site survey, install and commissioning
This Norfolk wheeled extinguisher applies carbon dioxide via a 6 metre reinforced hose for up to 22 seconds discharge over 4 metres, with the prestigious CE Mark and MED Marine Approval.
Suitable for Class B fires involving live electrical equipment
This wheeled CO2 extinguisher utilises a 6 metre reinforced hose for up to 44 seconds discharge over 4 metres, tested to BS EN 1866-1 and with the prestigious MED Marine Approval.
Suitable for Class B fires involving live electrical equipment
This Norfolk wheeled extinguisher utilises a 5 metre reinforced hose to support a discharge range of up to 15 metres over 35 seconds, CE Marked & tested to BS EN3.
50kg capacity and suitable for use on Class A, B, and C fires
This Norfolk wheeled 100kg powder extinguisher is designed for use on industrial-scale Class A, B and C fires, providing up to 80 seconds of continuous use over a range of 14 metres.
100kg capacity and designed to combat Class A, Class B and Class C fires
Britannia's 45kg Monnex powder Norfolk wheeled extinguisher is rated for Class B and C fires, as well as for use near live electrical equipment, providing up to 44 seconds of continuous use.
45kg capacity and suitable for Class B and Class C fires
This Monnex powder wheeled extinguisher can be used for Class B and C fires, as well as near live electrical equipment, with a discharge range of up to 14 metres.
50kg capacity and designed to combat Class B and Class C fires
This Britannia Norfolk wheeled extinguisher is ideal for industrial-scale Class B and C fires due to the expansive nature of Monnex Powder, as well as near live electrical equipment due to it being a non-conducitve chemical.
63kg capacity and ideal for large Class B and Class C fires
This money saving special offer, aimed at commercial and industrial kitchens, includes a 6ltr wet chemical extinguisher, a 2kg CO2 fire extinguisher and a 1.0m x 1.0m fire blanket.
FREE next working day delivery
Wet chemical extinguisher rating: 13A, 75F and Electrical
Tackle all common fires with the 6ltr water mist extinguisher from Act Fire. Suitable for use on live electrical equipment up to 1000V, and Class A fire types.
Extinguisher Rating: 21A, Dielectric
Warranty: Exclusive Safelincs 5 year warranty
Certified to BS EN3, CE marked, UKCA marked, and MED approved
Powerful fire fighting capabilities with zero harmful chemical additives
An extremely powerful fire-fighter, this large powder extinguisher is ideal for industrial environments where highly flammable materials may be present.
Dielectrical testing verifies that even with an incredibly high voltage of 35000 Volt, no electrical current can flow back to the person discharging an extinguisher on a fire involving live electricity. Certain test distances between user and fire apply for this test. Once the extinguisher has passed this stringent test, it is still limited for safety reasons for use on maximum 1000V and a minimum distance between extinguisher and fire of 1 meter (1000V is four times the voltage used in a domestic building!).
If a liquid is used on a fire involving live electricity there is still a risk of a pool of liquid forming and if this liquid is able to transport current there could be a risk to the user from electrocution if the user stands in the pool. However, one has to keep in mind that the use of any liquid on live electrical equipment usually leads to immediate fuse-triggering. So the pooling issue is more theoretical.
Our dry water mist extinguishers apply de-ionisde water and discharge an extremely fine spray. Pooling is almost impossible and in addition, de-ionised water cannot carry electrical current, so dry water mist extinguishers are a new option to fight electrical fires and cause minimum damage to the equipment on fire by the fire fighting agent.
Strictly speaking there is no such thing as electrical fire, as electricity does not burn. Neither do the cable cores and other conductors. However, electrical current can heat up other materials and start fires. Often, it is the cable covering or foreign bodies in the electric equipment start start to burn first.
If the electric supply to the equipment on fire continues we speak of a fire involving live electrical equipment and the use of, for example, a simple water extinguisher could lead to electrocution of the person fighting the fire. When planning extinguishers for your business or home you therefore need to consider the electrical equipment eg laptops, printers, kettles or washing machines. Our section of electrically safe extinguishers will help you select a suitable extinguisher for your building or application.
Which extinguishers are suitable for electric equipment?
Traditionally, CO2 extinguishers are used for electric equipment, as the CO2 gas does not carry electricity. However, CO2 gas can drift off and the fire can re-ignite.
Powder extinguishers were also used in the past, as they are powerful and do not conduct electricity. However, they are not recommended for use indoors any longer, as they cause inhalation issues and can cloud the escape route.
Dry water mist extinguishers use de-ionised water which cannot conduct electricity combined with a very fine mist generation that does not pool and protects the user from both fire and electrocution.
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