Wet Chemical Extinguisher

Wet Chemical Extinguishers for Class F fires

The UK's love of fried food demanded a better form of fire safety for cooking fat fires than a normal extinguisher. And so, Chubb Fire created their FryFighter, crafted to fight against fires caused by cooking oils and fats.

We stock a wide range of wet chemical extinguishers created by trusted manufacturers. This includes Vigil Products, Britannia, Commander, PowerX, and more. 

Each unit is recognisable by its vibrant yellow label, making them easy to identify in busy kitchen environments.

What is the Purpose of Wet Chemical Extinguishers?

This extinguisher was so unique that a new fire class, Class F, was devised to accommodate it. This classification comprises kitchen fires, making them especially useful in domestic or commercial kitchen settings. Wet chemical extinguishers are also effective for Class A fires involving paper, wood, and other flammable materials.

How Do Wet Chemical Extinguishers Work?

These Class F extinguishers work by saponification (creating a soapy layer across the entire surface of the oil). This quickly smothers flames and cools the oil at the same time. One 6-litre Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher is sufficient to contain a 75-litre fat fire burning at a blistering 340 degrees.

What are Wet Chemical Extinguishers Made Of?

The formula for success with wet chemical extinguishers is their potassium contents. This ingredient absorbs oxygen at a faster rate than fire, which prevents fires from reignition and gradually diminishes flames. Every unit is mixed either with potassium acetate, citrate, or bicarbonate.

What are the Benefits of Wet Chemical Extinguishers?

Our Multichem Chrome Extinguisher complements luxury interiors in high-end restaurants and kitchens. For low-maintenance needs, our P50 F-Class Extinguisher protects spaces and eliminates annual maintenance fees. For mobile food vans, cafes and catering businesses, our 2-litre Multi-Chem Extinguisher protects against fire mishaps.

Our selection of wet chemical extinguishers with foam is also effective against Class B fires, involving flammable liquids. These multi-purpose units are useful for garages, kitchens, and cafes at risk of fire hazards. 

In domestic dwellings, deep-fat fryers and hot oil pose a fire risk. Spillage of burning fat and oil rapidly allows fires to spread and can cause severe burns. The flash point of cooking oils is typically at 315°C, at which point the oil's vapours ignite when mixed with air. Owning a kitchen extinguisher keeps you equipped ahead of emergencies, designed to quickly cool heat and prevent fire spread.

As part of our fire safety range, we can also protect your kitchen with Fire Blankets. These are especially useful for rental properties to ensure compliance with safety standards.