Firepal Portable Fire Extinguisher

[SkyWatcher]

Just came across this and thought it would be quite a good idea for a larger EDC. Would probably fit into a smaller one as well as it's only 242mm long and 53mm wide. For use on all types of fires and there are bigger options too.

https://www.firepal.co.uk





Main site seems to be down but you can get a better idea from here -

https://www.leisureshopdirect.com/carav ... Aj828P8HAQ

[Yorkshire Andy]

sadly not convinced dont see a Rating on them from official tests be it BSI or the "newer" EN3 standards

[sniper 55]

Also called firetool and claimed to be Approved by RINA, SGS and CE. I'm told they are made in India but I haven't checked that. About £40 the one I saw.

[HBP]

The general opinion I have found in those who know a lot about dealing with fires is that small extinguishers can be a problem. The basic theory is that it instils a false sense of confidence and people get themselves in trouble/hurt because of them.

The small extinguishers are often not enough to make any real impact. The little ones that come in cars last for a few seconds and anything burning thats bigger than a box of matches and you are struggling. The other issue is that fires often restart. The trick we always used when teaching basic firefighting was burning liquids. Put out the flames and then the residual heat would restart the fire.

Anything is better than nothing I guess but the bigger you can carry/get your hands on the better chance you will have of doing something useful.

[Yorkshire Andy]

Also called firetool and claimed to be Approved by RINA, SGS and CE. I'm told they are made in India but I haven't checked that. About £40 the one I saw.

Don't confuse CE with any form of suitability for an intended purpose

[Yorkshire Andy]

just seen more info

Description
PFE Series the world's most versatile and compact fire extinguisher. Unlike conventional portable extinguishers the PFE SERIES is very lightweight, compact (70-80% Smaller than standard equivalents), non-pressurized, environmentally safe, leaves no harmful residue and very easy to use. Ideal for Boats, Kitchens, Engine rooms, Cars, Garages, Workshop, Offices.
Fixed Automatic Extinguishing system also available for Engine Rooms, Computer Rooms, Substation and Telecom Applications.

PFE1 - 13B
PFE2 - 34B
PFE3 - 21B


Features and Benefits
- Approved by RINA, SGS and CE
- The only type of extinguisher suitable for both Liquid fuel and Electrical Fires
- B C E F Rated Extinguisher
- Replaces CO2, Powder and Foam Extinguishers with no mess or risk of suffocation
- Compact 20% size comparison
- Non Hazardous - Human Safe
- Environmentally Safe
- Non Pressurised
- No visual residue mess after use
- No Damage to engines or electronics
- Long life - 5 year warranty with no maintenance
- For shipping note UN3178



http://www.cquip.com/shop_1082402786.php

the largest one PFE2 at £60 is only as good as a 1kg powder unit (34b) but has no rating for class a

now in a modern car an engine fire usually includes a mix of class A B fire


Be very interesting to see what becomes of it

[sniper 55]

Also called firetool and claimed to be Approved by RINA, SGS and CE. I'm told they are made in India but I haven't checked that. About £40 the one I saw.

Don't confuse CE with any form of suitability for an intended purpose

I wouldn't have a lot of faith in one of these to put out a half decent car fire if I'm honest, I'm guessing it's dry powder?