Dry Powder Extinguisher c/w Wire Bracket (Assorted Weight)
Hercules Dry Powder Fire extinguisher is the premium #1 fire extinguisher in Singapore. It is capable of eliminating Class A, Class B, Electrical or Gas fires.
Types of Fires
Meticulously tested in laboratories, the Hercules fire extinguisher is capable of eliminating:
Class A - Fires which are combustible materials such as wood, tires, furniture, plastics, etc.
Class B - Fires which are flammable liquids such as paint, thinner, petrol, etc.
Class C - Fires which are flammable gases such as LPG.*
Class E - Fires which are electrical fires but do not include lithium battery fires.*
*A key point to note is that SCDF is educating the public on NOT to directly using fire extinguishers on class C and E fires. C and E fires will reignite almost immediately as heat is still being generated. This is why the first step of eliminating a Class C or E fire is to turn off the source by shutting off the gas or electrical supply. If there is still a fire, the fire is likely to be a class A or B fire which will be much easier to put out as compared to a C or E fire. This is also why class C are class E logos are no longer permitted on new fire extinguishers.
1kg
The Hercules 1KG ABC Dry Powder fire extinguisher is the perfect solution for tiny fires. Its size and weight makes it easy even for children to handle though we don’t quite recommend it as fires can be dangerous and unpredictable. With its small form, it can be stored easily in the kitchen or living room without being too much of an obstacle to movement. It can also be stored in most vehicle glove compartments.
It is commonly used on vehicles such as forklifts, passenger vehicles as well as homes. With its light weight and ergonomic curved handle, operation has never been easier. Small yet powerful, it is the definitive choice for incipient fires.
Equipped with a rubber cap, the risk of insects building their nests in the nozzle is greatly reduced. This allows the fire extinguisher to work as it should when required.
In Singapore, this fire extinguisher is also known as AB Dry Powder Singapore Fire Extinguisher.
2kg
The 2KG dry powder fire extinguisher remains as the most popular choice in Singapore due to its perfect balance between size and firepower. Sufficient to meet the minimum requirements of 13A fire rating while having a small form makes its versatile for many scenarios including homes, cars, classrooms, offices and assembly halls.
The Hercules 2KG ABC Dry Powder fire extinguisher is the perfect solution for small fires. Its size and weight makes it easy even for children to handle though we don’t quite recommend it as fires can be dangerous and unpredictable. With its small form, it can be stored easily in the kitchen or living room without being too much of an obstacle to movement. It can also be stored in most vehicle glove compartments. Being able to comply with Singapore Fire Code’s minimum requirement of 13A for low occupation hazard, it can also be used in homes, cars, classrooms, offices and assembly halls.
If the intended use of the fire extinguisher is for commercial use of medium occupation hazard, then we recommend the use of a Hercules 3KG ABC Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher. It will meet the Singapore Fire Code requirements of 21A Fire rating.
3kg
The 3KG dry powder fire extinguisher is the typical option for medium occupation hazard areas. Sufficient to meet the minimum requirements of 21A fire rating while having a small form makes its versatile for many scenarios including light industrial factories, storage and display areas, sheltered carparks, shopping centers, laboratories and small painting areas.
The Hercules 3KG ABC Dry Powder fire extinguisher is the perfect solution for small industrial fires. Its size and weight makes it easy to handle. With its small form, it can be stored easily in offices or factories without being too much of an obstacle to movement. Being able to comply with Singapore Fire Code’s minimum requirement of 21A for medium occupation hazard, it can also be for light industrial factories, storage and display areas, sheltered carparks, shopping centers, laboratories and small painting areas
If the intended use of the fire extinguisher is for commercial use of high occupation hazard, then we recommend the use of a Hercules 6KG ABC Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher. It will meet the Singapore Fire Code requirements of 34A Fire rating.
4kg
The 4KG dry powder fire extinguisher is the optimum solution for medium occupation hazard areas. It is capable of eliminating the toughest fires in the most hostile environments. With a fire rating of 27A, it exceeds the requirements of 21A fire rating for medium occupation hazard areas. While both the 3KG and 4KG Dry Powder Fire Extinguishers meet the 21A fire rating for medium occupation hazard, most will choose to purchase the 4KG as it has a hose that allows the first responder to better aim at fires.
The Hercules 4KG ABC Dry Powder fire extinguisher is the perfect solution for medium sized industrial fires. With a fire rating of 27A, it exceeds the requirements of 21A fire rating for medium occupation hazard areas.
Medium occupation hazard areas include areas where the amount of combustibles or flammable liquids present is such that fires of moderate size may be expected and these may include storage and display area, motor showrooms, covered car parks, light industry premises, warehouses not classified as high hazard, shopping areas, laboratories, small painting areas and commercial kitchens. These occupancies consist of fire hazards that only occasionally contain Class A combustible materials beyond normal anticipated furnishings, and/or the total quantity of Class B flammables typically expected to be present is from 5 litres to 20 litres in any room or area.
6kg
The 6KG dry powder fire extinguisher is the optimum solution for high occupation hazard areas. It is capable of eliminating the toughest fires in the most hostile environments. With a fire rating of 34A, it meets the requirements of 34A fire rating for high occupation hazard areas.
The Hercules 6KG ABC Dry Powder fire extinguisher is the perfect solution for large industrial fires. With a fire rating of 34A, it meets the requirements of 34A fire rating for high occupation hazard areas.
High occupation hazard areas include areas where the amount of combustibles or flammable liquids present is such that fires of severe magnitude may be expected and these may include exhibition areas, furniture showrooms, wood-working premises, vehicle repair workshops, aircraft hangars, warehouses with high-bay (4 m or higher) storage and processes such as flammable liquid handling, paint and dipping. These occupancies consist of fire hazards involved with storage, packaging, handling or manufacture of Class A combustibles and/or the total quantity of Class B flammables expected to be present is more than 20 litres in any room or area.
9kg
The 9KG dry powder fire extinguisher is the optimum solution for high occupation hazard areas. It is capable of eliminating the toughest fires in the most hostile environments. With a fire rating of 43A, it greatly exceeds the requirements of 34A fire rating for high occupation hazard areas.
The Hercules 9KG ABC Dry Powder fire extinguisher is the perfect solution for large industrial fires. With a fire rating of 43A, it greatly exceeds the requirements of 34A fire rating for high occupation hazard areas.
High occupation hazard areas include areas where the amount of combustibles or flammable liquids present is such that fires of severe magnitude may be expected and these may include exhibition areas, furniture showrooms, wood-working premises, vehicle repair workshops, aircraft hangars, warehouses with high-bay (4 m or higher) storage and processes such as flammable liquid handling, paint and dipping. These occupancies consist of fire hazards involved with storage, packaging, handling or manufacture of Class A combustibles and/or the total quantity of Class B flammables expected to be present is more than 20 litres in any room or area.
How to use a Fire Extinguisher?
Before you use a fire extinguisher, always ensure you have an escape route. If you have to use a fire extinguisher, do so at a safe distance. When in doubt, always choose to run. Even professional fire fighters in full fire resistant suits have been trained to never put their own lives at risk.
1. Pull the safety pin
2. Aim at the base of fire
3. Squeeze the lever
4. Sweep side to side
How to use a Fire Extinguisher for care fires?
If the intended use is for car fires, take extra caution as car fires are very hard to handle even for SCDF. Car fires happen because of poor electrical wiring. As a result, when you accelerate, a great amount of heat and smoke is generated. The horrible smell of smoke is the first cue that a car fire is about to happen.
1. When you smell smoke, immediately turn on your hazard lights and safely stop by the side of the road.
2. Turn off the vehicle and grab your fire extinguisher.
3. Open up the bonnet and raise it up very slowly. Raising up the bonnet too quickly may instead give the fire more oxygen to grow bigger.
4. If a fire or smoke has appeared, immediately fully discharge the fire extinguisher without hesitation.
In the event if the fire extinguisher did not put out the fire, no matter how small it looks, call SCDF immediately. The fire can and will grow big quickly.
Always remember PASS. You can also read the instruction label on the fire extinguisher.
How do I maintain a Fire Extinguisher?
Fire extinguishers do not expire like food. Every 5 years, fire extinguishers are to undergo a full pressure test. In theory, if the fire extinguisher were to undergo a full pressure test every 5 years and assuming it has been kept in a reasonably clean environment, it can last indefinitely. However, this is rare in reality as it is simply more economical to purchase a new piece every 5 years.
As SCDF requires all fire extinguishers to be maintained annually, a one year expiry sticker is affixed to every fire extinguisher that we sell. When the date has lapsed, it does not mean that the fire extinguisher has to be disposed. Instead, simply service your fire extinguishers and the expiry date can be extended. This rule does not affect fire extinguisher that are for personal use.
Fire Extinguisher Servicing Service
1kg - $18
2kg - $21
3kg - $23
4kg - $25
6kg - $29
9kg - $35
12kg - $50
Disposal of portable extinguisher - $10
