{"id":3004,"date":"2024-10-18T07:18:50","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T07:18:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/?p=3004"},"modified":"2024-11-06T06:03:15","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T06:03:15","slug":"co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/","title":{"rendered":"CO2 Fire Extinguisher: What Is It? How Does It Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>CO2 Fire Extinguisher &#8211; <\/strong>Knowing the various classifications of fires is essential in understanding which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use when a fire occurs because fires come in many different types and sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, having the right protection tools to fight certain types of fires is important. One such tool is the carbon dioxide fire extinguisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What exactly is a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher (CO2 fire extinguisher)? Below you will learn everything about the most popular fire extinguisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#What_is_a_CO2_Fire_Extinguisher\" >What is a CO2 Fire Extinguisher?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#How_Does_It_Work\" >How Does It Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#4_Thing_You_Need_to_Know_About_CO2_Fire_Extinguisher\" >4 Thing You Need to Know About CO2 Fire Extinguisher<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#1_Designed_for_Class_B_Fire_and_Electrical_Equipment_Safe\" >1. Designed for Class B Fire and Electrical Equipment Safe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#2_Works_by_Getting_Rid_of_Oxygen\" >2. Works by Getting Rid of Oxygen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#3_3Limited_Area_of_Reach\" >3. 3.Limited Area of Reach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#4_Leaves_No_Residue\" >4. Leaves No Residue<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#Risks_of_Using_CO2_Fire_Extinguisher\" >Risks of Using CO2 Fire Extinguisher<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#1_Asphyxia\" >1. Asphyxia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#2_High_Pressure\" >2. High Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#3_Runs_Out_Quickly\" >3. Runs Out Quickly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/co2-fire-extinguisher-what-is-it-how-does-it-work\/#4_Causes_Cold_Temperature_Burns\" >4. Causes Cold Temperature Burns<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_CO2_Fire_Extinguisher\"><\/span>What is a CO2 Fire Extinguisher?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-2.webp\" alt=\"CO2 Fire Extinguisher\" class=\"wp-image-3006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-2.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-2-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-2-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-2-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A CO2 fire extinguisher is a fire extinguisher commonly used to extinguish class B fires &#8211; caused by flammable gasses and liquids, such as oil and gas &#8211; and class C (electricity).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also referred to as a class B extinguisher. And uses a non-combustible carbon dioxide gas as the extinguishing medium filled in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the advantages of using this extinguisher is that there is no residue left after the media is sprayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is very beneficial if used in places that have a lot of sensitive electronic equipment that should not come into contact with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The extinguishing media used in this tool is very suitable for use in computer and data server rooms, laboratories, generator rooms, engine rooms, and rooms where flammable liquids are stored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_It_Work\"><\/span>How Does It Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-3.webp\" alt=\"CO2 Fire Extinguisher\" class=\"wp-image-3007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-3.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-3-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-3-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-3-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your premises has a class B and C fire risk, providing carbon dioxide fire extinguishers is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, it is very important to have a basic understanding of how this fire suppression device works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As explained earlier, this extinguisher uses carbon dioxide as its extinguishing medium. Carbon dioxide gas is stored in this tool in liquid form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When sprayed, the liquid carbon dioxide escapes into the air as a gas. The gas then neutralizes or removes oxygen from the air which keeps the fire burning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the carbon dioxide comes into contact with the oxygen in the air, it puts out the flame or inhibits it from spreading.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the carbon dioxide stored in the canister is at a low temperature, the gas not only puts out the fire, but also prevents it from reigniting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid mistakes in its use, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pull the safety pin of the fire extinguisher lever.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Point the end of the hose at the fire point.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Press the lever to release the fire extinguishing agent contents of the tube.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swing throughout the fire area until the fire is extinguished.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The fire is extinguished within three minutes if the cause of the fire is a gas or liquid object.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes up to 10 minutes to extinguish fires caused by solid objects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the fire has not been extinguished by this time, contact the nearest fire station immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a business owner, ensuring that all employees understand how to fight fires should be a priority. The goal is to minimize asset damage and reduce the number of injured employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Also Read: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/sni-certification-for-fire-extinguisher\/\">SNI Certification for Fire Extinguisher<\/a>&#8220;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Thing_You_Need_to_Know_About_CO2_Fire_Extinguisher\"><\/span>4 Thing You Need to Know About CO2 Fire Extinguisher<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-4.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-4.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-4-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-4-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-4-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are four important things to know about CO2 fire extinguishers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Designed_for_Class_B_Fire_and_Electrical_Equipment_Safe\"><\/span>1. Designed for Class B Fire and Electrical Equipment Safe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As we mentioned earlier, CO2 extinguishers are suitable for taming class B and C fires.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is because it does not leave any marks and residue so it does not damage any electrical equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the reasons it has become a popular extinguisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Works_by_Getting_Rid_of_Oxygen\"><\/span>2. Works by Getting Rid of Oxygen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When CO2 is sprayed into the air, the gas looks like a cloud. This cloud reduces the amount of oxygen around the fire and covers it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn&#8217;t work well outside because of the wind. The wind can blow the CO2 away from the fire and make the O2 return to ignite the fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_3Limited_Area_of_Reach\"><\/span>3. 3.Limited Area of Reach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any gas, the carbon dioxide in the canister will disperse immediately after being sprayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, the range of carbon dioxide spray is limited to a radius of one to three meters. This radius is arguably half of the other types of fire extinguishers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Leaves_No_Residue\"><\/span>4. Leaves No Residue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to eliminating oxygen content in the air, carbon dioxide in fire extinguisher will reduce the temperature of the fire with its low temperature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After extinguishing the fire, the gas will disappear in the air without a trace. It also means that the gas does not cause any damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the biggest advantage of using CO2 extinguishers to put out expensive electronic equipment that has caught fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Also Read: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/parts-of-fire-extinguishers\/\">Parts of Fire Extinguishers<\/a>&#8220;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_of_Using_CO2_Fire_Extinguisher\"><\/span>Risks of Using CO2 Fire Extinguisher<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-5-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-5-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-5-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-5-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CO2-Fire-Extinguisher-5.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it is considered safe for electronic equipment, there are some risks that need to be considered when using this fire extinguisher. Here is the explanation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Asphyxia\"><\/span>1. Asphyxia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If carbon dioxide extinguishers are used in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces, there is a risk of officers developing asphyxia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asphyxia is a condition when a person&#8217;s body is deprived of oxygen resulting in loss of consciousness and is life-threatening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_High_Pressure\"><\/span>2. High Pressure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When sprayed, CO2 changes from liquid to gas.The pressure is about 55 BAR, while the pressure of water extinguishers is 12 BAR.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that if this tool is used without the appropriate hose and hose tip, the spray can cause injuries, such as sprained, or even break your wrist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Runs_Out_Quickly\"><\/span>3. Runs Out Quickly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the high pressure, the CO2 in the tube will come out quickly which makes it run out quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If using it, users should be able to ensure that the fire can be extinguished before the contents of the tube run out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Causes_Cold_Temperature_Burns\"><\/span>4. Causes Cold Temperature Burns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When carbon dioxide changes from liquid to gas when sprayed, the temperature is very low.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold burns occur if personnel do not handle the canister properly or if the canister is not equipped with a frost-resistant hose end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So there you have it! Everything you need to know about the CO2 fire extinguisher, from the definition of it up to the risks you\u2019ll get when using it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But hey, there\u2019s one thing you need to know also, which is the safety and quality aspects of the CO2 fire extinguishers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yup, as one of the most important equipment in many industries, this type of fire extinguisher needs to be on top of its shape all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why, here in Indonesia, there\u2019s a rule that regulates this type of fire extinguisher, which is the SNI certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By facts, the SNI certification not only tackles the safety and quality of a fire extinguisher, but also almost all of the products and\/or services sold, distributed, or provided in Indonesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back to the fire extinguisher, the safety and regulation about the CO2 one is strictly and clearly stated in the SNI 04-39:2013.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CO2 Fire Extinguisher &#8211; Knowing the various classifications of fires is essential in understanding which<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":3005,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[221],"tags":[43,8],"class_list":["post-3004","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fire-extinguishers","tag-fire-extinguisher","tag-sni"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3004","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3004"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3004\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3005"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3004"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3004"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3004"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}