Kidde FA5G Basic 5 Fire Extinguisher, 5-B:C
- Brand:
- Kidde
- Part no:
- FA5G
Where to buy
Specifications
- UL rating
- 5-B:C
- Bracket
- UL approved strap bracket
The Kidde Basic 5 is a compact aluminum fire extinguisher rated 5-B:C, meant for fires involving flammable liquids and electrical equipment. It carries Coast Guard approval with its UL approved strap bracket. Kidde describes a 12 year service-free design, giving 12 years of use with no internal examination over the life of the product.
Our take
The 5-B:C rating and aluminum body make this a compact unit aimed at flammable liquid and electrical fires. The 12 year service-free design means no internal examination during its life, and the strap bracket is part of its Coast Guard approval.
From our buying guide
Powered boats with permanently installed fuel tanks, or spaces where fuel vapors can be trapped, must carry them in a number set by length. The Coast Guard's FAQ says a 10-B counts only as one 5-B, even though it contains more agent.
Check before you buy:
- The label on the bottle states 'Marine Type USCG Approved'.
- The date on a disposable leaves it plenty of life, since the Coast Guard's FAQ says it is expired once it is more than 12 years old.
- It comes with its bracket, since makers tie the approval to it.