I'm looking to purchase a certified fire extinguisher for home use.... we never know when we might need it...

But I'm at a lost of

1. Where to get one (no petaling street stuff pls) in Klang Valley.

2. What types to get for residential use... powder? CO2? Chemical?

Hope anyone with some knowledge of this can help shed some light on the subject

Thanks!

Went to their website... was looking at their home use CO2 and Powder extinguisher.... and noticed they both share the SAME product description (which is actually for CO2)....

Wow... did u manage to snatch a brochure? I was at Perfect Living last weekend in PWTC but didnt manage to see anythign liek that

Will check out that youtube thanks!

Er... self defense I have enuf katana, shortspear, axe, machete, etc in the house....

I kinda agree. Powder seems best suited to for all kinda fires that we might usually encounter in a resident.

But I notice most website says powder are not recommended for indoor/residential use due to the toxicity of the powder if we breath it in...

Also the powder seems to be difficult to get out of furniture/carpets etc... though its still better then being burnt down i suppose

No...means let say your electrical outlet on fire.. u kasi spray spray the powder.. it ghets into the perfectly fine carpet/furniture etc...

GOnna be susah to clean..

Not so easy.

DISADVANTAGES

X Visibility Problems - The application of dry powder and generation of a dense powder cloud will dramatically reduce the visibility of the operator so they may not be able to use vision to judge the effectiveness of the powder on the fire or may jeopardise escape in a fire.
X Can Cause Breathing Problems - If dry powder is inhaled it can irritate the respiratory organs. Whilst short term exposure is not considered to be harmful, repeated inhalation should be avoided.
X Leaves a Residue - Dry powder is a very messy extinguishing agent that will leave behind a residue that is corrosive to certain materials and because it is a find powder it can also be abrasive. Thoughtless use may lead to the powder causing more damage than the fire itself, using dry powder fire extinguishers in kitchens or offices as powder can contaminate food and inhibit the use of electrical components such as keyboards if discharged. Because of the properties of powder being very light and easily carried through the atmosphere dry powder extinguishers when discharged risk contamination over a wide area.
X Poor Post Fire Security - Due to the smothering and chemical interference effect of dry powder, it will only remain effective whilst it is present in the atmosphere above the fuel. Because it is a cloud of fine powder, particles of it can easily be dispersed by the wind, giving a very real danger of rapid re-ignition of fuel.
X Vulnerable To Packing Down – Failure of extinguisher can result from the packing down of the powder within the extinguisher body, this problem is associated more with cartridge operated extinguishers. This can be a particular problem on vehicle mounted equipment as the vehicle vibration will cause the powder to compress under its own weight. Regular maintenance routines are essential; to prevent failure of equipment at a crucial time.
X Can Break Down Foam Blanket – The use of dry powder close to an area covered by a foam blanket may lead to the foam breaking down more quickly.
X Usage & Location – Because of the disadvantages above dry powder extinguishers should only be found in industrial settings and where no alternative fire extinguisher mediums are suitable. They should not be found in offices, flats etc.
X Limit of use, not to be used on class D,F fires

Usage & Location... not recommended for Offices/Living quarters

Man... if we can just get something liek these here...

http://osafefi.com/products/

Looks cute.. but too small leh.... I prefer something bigger like say 5kg... then put a few around the house.. can pakai tembak saja!

ANd yeah.. CO2 would be more manageable... can even test test for fun

I went thru your website, I dont see any fire extinguisher.

From my research... size ofcourse bigger better in terms of firefighting..

But... at the end of the day you have to a one that is suitable to your household...

If u have old ppl, or girls etc.. then u get a big one they cannot handle its pointless... make sure u get that they can handle efficiently...

For me its a tool to ESCAPE and PROTECT our life and limb... not to save the house.. its insured..

Where u put it also important... have to be strategic spot.... dont put it where fire is likely to start... if its burning there u cant get to it...

Place it where it can help secure your escape route form the house...

Thats going to be really really ugly bro,,,

Seen it but lazy drive there buy.

Was hoping bump into them in those home Dec .... maybe can get some discount too hehe

I would avoid putting it in the trunk.

Also.... make sure its a GOOD brand... cause our cars get VERY hot when parked under the sun... my fren had a gas cannister which exploded in the trunk and embedded itself halfway thru the backseat...

I avoid trunk not about its exploding, its about accessibility... cabin would be much easier to access.

Best would be in a position where u can access even if you are pinned in the car...

In the same vein... I have a very nice knife with belt cutter and carbide window breaker within easy access as well. (dont get a STEEL window breaker... it doesnt work and you wont have the leverage to make it work).

This post has been edited by MeToo: Jan 26 2017, 12:10 PM

ACE usually sell stuff at a premium de....

Iron grill.. double edged sword.

But I dont understand ppl who dont atleast install an unlocked portion of the grill.... wanna save cost?

Maybe we are just more kiasu...

I rather have these life saving stuff and never need it.. then not to have it when I need it..