6 Kg Automatic Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher – Ceiling Mounted Fire Safety in Nairobi
The 6 Kg Automatic Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher is an essential solution for unmanned areas, storage spaces, server rooms, schools, and high-risk zones. Unlike handheld models, this unit is ceiling-mounted and automatically discharges when it detects high heat, providing round-the-clock fire protection even when no one is present.
Designed for Class A (solids), Class B (flammable liquids), Class C (gases), and electrical fires, this extinguisher ensures compliance with Kenyan fire safety standards while offering peace of mind in sensitive environments.
Features and Specifications
- Fire Classes: A (wood, paper, textiles), B (fuels, paints, solvents), C (LPG, methane), and electrical fires.
- Extinguishing Agent: Dry chemical powder.
- Capacity: 6 Kg cylinder.
- Activation: Automatic glass bulb heat-sensitive release mechanism.
- Coverage: Protects areas of approx. 3–6m² depending on ceiling height.
- Installation: Ceiling mounted, ideal for server rooms, kitchens, storage, and remote spaces.
- Construction: Alloy steel, pressure-tested, corrosion-resistant.
- Certification: KEBS approved, compliant with Kenyan fire regulations.
- Maintenance: Monthly checks + annual servicing by certified technicians.
- Limitation: Not suitable for Class F (cooking oil) or Class D (metal) fires.
Best Use Cases for the 6 Kg Automatic Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
- Server Rooms & IT Facilities: Protects valuable equipment 24/7 from electrical or overheating risks.
- Warehouses & Storage Rooms: Safeguards stock and goods when staff are not present.
- Schools & Dormitories: Offers protection in classrooms, halls, and hostels even during off-hours.
- Kitchens & Restaurants: Provides passive protection in food preparation areas (not for oil fires).
- Commercial Buildings & Offices: Keeps remote or locked spaces safe without constant monitoring.
- Residential Apartments: Adds extra security for storerooms, basements, and shared facilities.
Price of 6 Kg Automatic Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher in Nairobi
The price of a 6 Kg Automatic Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher in Nairobi is KSh 7,000.
Buy the automatic dry powder fire extinguisher from the most reliable and trusted suppliers of fire fighting equipment in Nairobi – Safeken.
Delivery & Returns
- Same-Day Delivery within Nairobi.
- 2–4 Business Days Nationwide across Kenya.
- Easy Returns for defective or incorrect deliveries.
Call or WhatsApp Safeken on 0719509709 to place your order or request bulk supply for institutions.
Buyer’s Guide: Why Choose the Automatic Model?
- 24/7 Protection: Works even when no staff are present—ideal for unmanned or sensitive spaces.
- Hands-Free Safety: Automatic discharge removes the need for a person to be nearby.
- Protects High-Value Assets: Especially useful for electronics, servers, and storage facilities.
- Space-Saving Design: Ceiling mounted, leaving floor space free.
- Peace of Mind: Offers an extra layer of protection beyond handheld units.
FAQ – 6 Kg Automatic Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
Q1: How does the automatic extinguisher activate?
It uses a glass bulb heat sensor that bursts at high temperature, releasing the powder.
Q2: What is the coverage area?
One unit covers approx. 3–6m², depending on ceiling height and risk load.
Q3: Can it replace handheld extinguishers?
No—it is designed as a complement to handheld extinguishers, not a replacement.
Q4: Where should it be installed?
In server rooms, warehouses, kitchens, dormitories, and storage spaces where continuous monitoring is limited.
Q5: How often should it be serviced?
Visual checks monthly, with annual servicing by a certified fire technician.
