Fire Extinguishers
Portable fire extinguishers by type, with live prices, the NFPA 10 (2026) rules that decide which type goes where, and room-by-room pages for data centers, electrical rooms, battery rooms and telecom rooms. We sell nationwide. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
Clean agent units with live prices
| Part number | Item | Version | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 28084 | Amerex 28084 Model 551 Halotron BrX Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher, 12.5 lb | 12.5 lb | $1,431.84 | |
 | 15510 | Amerex 15510 Model 398 Halotron I Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher, 15.5 lb | 15.5 lb | $2,256.25 | |
 | 15509 | Amerex 15509 Model 397 Halotron I Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher, 11 lb | 11 lb | $1,570.75 | |
 | 15271 | Amerex 15271 Model B386T Halotron I Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher, 5 lb | 5 lb | $770.98 | |
 | 15231 | Amerex 15231 Model B385TS Halotron I Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher, 2.5 lb | 2.5 lb | $429.51 | |
 | 14400 | Amerex 14400 Model A384T Halotron I Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher, 1.4 lb | 1.4 lb | $300.35 | |
 | 01714 | Amerex 01714 Model 330 Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher, 10-B:C, 10 lb | 10-B:C, 10 lb | $459.95 | |
 | 01708 | Amerex 01708 Model 332 Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher, 10-B:C, 20 lb | 10-B:C, 20 lb | $686.96 | |
 | 27702 | Amerex 27702 Model C272 Water Mist Fire Extinguisher, 2-A:C, 2.5 Gallon | 2-A:C, 2.5 Gallon | $344.59 |
See the clean agent section for the agents compared and the code behind each choice.
ABC dry chemical units
| Part number | Item | Version | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B456 | Amerex B456 Model ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher, 4A:80B:C, 10 lb | 4A:80B:C, 10 lb | $126.52 | |
 | 15310 | Amerex 15310 Model B500T ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher, 2A:10B:C, 5 lb | 2A:10B:C, 5 lb | $87.67 | |
 | B500 | Amerex B500 Model ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher, 2A:10B:C, 5 lb | 2A:10B:C, 5 lb | $84.59 | |
 | 15217 | Amerex 15217 Model B417T ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher, 1A:10B:C, 2.5 lb | 1A:10B:C, 2.5 lb | $62.95 | |
 | 11213 | Amerex 11213 Model A411 ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher, 10A:120B:C, 20 lb | 10A:120B:C, 20 lb | $239.81 |
Fire extinguishers by type
| Type | Classes (as listed) | Where the standard points to it | Where to look |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean agent (Halotron BrX, Halotron I, CO2, water mist) | A, B, C or B, C by model | Delicate electronic equipment: Class C-listed types, not dry chemical (NFPA 10 5.5.4.6) | Clean agent section |
| ABC multipurpose dry chemical | A, B, C | Building and ordinary occupancy protection (5.5.2, 5.5.3) | Fire Extinguishers category |
| Carbon dioxide | B, C | Flammable liquids and electrical where residue matters | Clean agent section |
| Water mist | A, C | Class A with Class C listing; used around electronics and in healthcare | Clean agent section |
| Cabinets, brackets and signs | Mounting per 6.1.3.4; heights per 6.1.3.9; cabinets per 6.1.3.11 | Fire protection accessories |
Source: NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2026 edition, sections as cited; read it on NFPA's free access. Summaries are ours; the standard governs.
NFPA 10 (2026) at a glance
| Question | What the standard says | Section |
|---|---|---|
| How high is an extinguisher mounted? | Units up to 40 lb: top no more than 5 ft above the floor; over 40 lb: top no more than 3.5 ft; bottom never under 4 in. | 6.1.3.9 |
| How far can anyone be from a Class A extinguisher? | 75 ft travel distance; minimum 2-A for light and ordinary hazard, 4-A for extra hazard; 11,250 sq ft maximum per extinguisher. | 6.2, Table 6.2.1.1 |
| How far for a Class B extinguisher? | 30 ft (5-B light, 10-B ordinary, 40-B extra) or 50 ft (10-B, 20-B, 80-B). | 6.3, Table 6.3.1.1 |
| Class C? | Required where energized electrical equipment can be encountered; sized and located on the Class A or B hazard present. | 6.4 |
| How often is an extinguisher inspected? | When first placed in service and then monthly (manual or electronic monitoring); records for the last 12 months. | 7.2 |
| How often is maintenance done? | At least once a year, with a tag showing month, year, person and agency. | 7.3.1.1, 7.3.4 |
| Internal examination and hydrostatic test? | By type: 1, 3, 5 or 6 years internal (Table 7.3.3.1); 5 or 12 years hydrostatic (Table 8.3.1); none for nonrechargeable units, which leave service at 12 years. | 7.3.3, 7.3.6.3, 8.3 |
| Which rooms get special attention? | Delicate electronic equipment: Class C-listed types only, no dry chemical; halogenated agents follow the nameplate minimum room volume. | 5.5.4.6, 5.3.2.6.1 |
Source: NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2026 edition, sections as cited; read it on NFPA's free access. Summaries are ours; the standard governs.
By room
Data halls and data centers · electrical and switchgear rooms · UPS and battery rooms · telecom, MDF and IDF rooms · control rooms and labs.
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Fire extinguisher questions
What does NFPA 10 cover? Selection, installation, inspection, maintenance, recharging and hydrostatic testing of portable fire extinguishers. The current edition is 2026.
Which extinguisher is right for electrical equipment? One listed for Class C. NFPA 10 (2026) 5.5.4.6 adds that units protecting delicate electronic equipment come from Class C-listed types and that dry chemical is not installed for that purpose.
How far apart do fire extinguishers have to be? Class A: within 75 ft of travel; Class B: within 30 or 50 ft depending on rating; Class K: within 30 ft (NFPA 10 6.2, 6.3, 6.6).
How often do fire extinguishers get inspected? Monthly after being placed in service, with annual maintenance by a qualified person (NFPA 10 7.2, 7.3).
Do fire extinguishers expire? Rechargeable units are maintained and tested on NFPA 10 intervals and can stay in service as long as they pass. Nonrechargeable units are removed from service no later than 12 years from the date of manufacture (7.3.6.3).
The ratings, test results and standards shown here are the manufacturers' published values, reproduced as published. Nothing on this page is a recommendation by Bayshore Safety that any product is suitable for a particular task, hazard or workplace. Selecting safety products and protective equipment is the responsibility of the end user and the employer, based on their own hazard assessment and the regulations that apply to their work. Confirm every value on the manufacturer's own documentation before use.