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Originally Posted by Wobble
(Post 4315648)
you might also want to consider replacing a extinguisher that is at least 11 years old
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"the ground for the light should come from the extinguisher switch, the power for the light from the ignition via a fuse that may be inline as it is an add-on system"
That makes since. They tested as a ground when connected to the tank. |
Originally Posted by Cole2534
(Post 4326899)
How? Halon is outlawed these days.
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Cool, thanks. Anyone know what size cylinders these systems use, and where to buy?
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Originally Posted by Cole2534
(Post 4326926)
Cool, thanks. Anyone know what size cylinders these systems use, and where to buy?
No idea on best pricing as I have not been looking |
Thanks!
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Sea-Fire and Fireboy are probably the most common for marine systems. Believe the new ones are either FM-200 or Novec 1230. Both Halon type replacements. However, they extinguish the fires a little differently than Halon and they do not leave a corrosive residue behind.
You can't buy a new Halon system now because as mentioned it is outlawed for "new" systems. However, there is a loophole where you can recharge Halon if your container has the ability to be "re-built" Little bit of typical federal irony...Not only did our government outlaw Halon back in the 90's, they are also currently the largest consumer of Halon 1301 in the country. Lol... |
Any local Fire extinguisher company can check and refill your Halon system. Keep the Halon, its still the best fire extinguishing agent out there. The FAA still recommends in for aircraft.
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Originally Posted by murfman
(Post 4346058)
Any local Fire extinguisher company can check and refill your Halon system. Keep the Halon, its still the best fire extinguishing agent out there. The FAA still recommends in for aircraft.
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I had my Sea Fire Halon inspected and weighed to make sure it was still fully charged by a dealer I work with that does commercial fire suppression systems.
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