Amerex B262 (2.5 gallon) Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher

Premium Wet Chemical Fire Protection for Commercial Kitchens

The Amerex B262 2.5 Gallon Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher is specifically engineered to combat Class K fires involving cooking oils and fats in commercial kitchens. Featuring ANSULEX Low pH agent and professional-grade construction, this extinguisher provides superior fire suppression while preventing dangerous re-ignition of hot cooking oils.

Why Choose the Amerex B262?

• 2.5 gallon capacity – Substantial wet chemical supply for effective suppression of cooking oil fires
• Class K rated – Specifically designed for fires involving cooking oils, fats, and greases
• ANSULEX Low pH agent – Superior fire suppression and re-ignition prevention technology
• UL Listed for Class K – Tested and approved specifically for commercial kitchen applications
• 6-year warranty – Backed by Amerex's commitment to quality
• All-metal valve construction – Built for reliability in demanding commercial kitchen environments
• Prevents re-ignition – Wet chemical agent cools and creates a barrier to prevent oil from re-igniting
• Amerex quality – Manufactured by a trusted leader in commercial kitchen fire protection
• Rechargeable – Can be professionally serviced and recharged for long-term use

Ideal For:

Commercial kitchens, restaurants, cafeterias, food service operations, institutional kitchens, catering facilities, and any location with commercial cooking equipment using oils and fats.

What It Protects Against:

• Class K: Fires involving cooking oils, fats, and greases in commercial cooking appliances

Professional Features:

• Stored pressure design for instant discharge
• Large loop pull pin for easy activation
• Bar-coded and bilingual labels for easy identification
• Easy and economical to maintain and service
• UL Listed and manufactured to ANSI/UL standards
• Complies with NFPA 10 and NFPA 17A standards
• ISO-9001/ISO-14001 certified manufacturing

Why Wet Chemical for Kitchen Fires?

Class K fires involving cooking oils and fats require specialized suppression. Traditional ABC dry chemical extinguishers can cause dangerous splatter and fail to prevent re-ignition. The Amerex B262 wet chemical extinguisher works through two critical mechanisms: it rapidly cools the burning oil below its auto-ignition temperature and creates a soapy foam barrier (saponification) that prevents oxygen from reaching the fuel, stopping re-ignition.

How ANSULEX Low pH Technology Works:

The ANSULEX Low pH wet chemical agent is specifically formulated for modern cooking oils. When discharged, it quickly knocks down flames, cools the hot oil, and reacts with the cooking oil to create a foam blanket that seals the surface, preventing dangerous re-ignition even as the appliance cools.

Regulatory Compliance: NFPA 96 requires Class K fire extinguishers in commercial kitchens with cooking equipment. The Amerex B262 helps you meet these requirements and protect your staff, customers, and business.

Important Safety Note: Always turn off cooking equipment before using a wet chemical extinguisher. Discharge from a safe distance using a sweeping motion. This extinguisher is designed specifically for Class K fires and should be part of a comprehensive kitchen fire protection system that includes hood suppression systems.

Need a mounting bracket? Check out our mounting bracket options for secure, professional installation in your commercial kitchen.

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