- Model
- 15386
- UL rating
- 3A:40B:C
- Ship weight
- 14.0 lb
- H × W × D
- 16.25″ × 8.5″ × 5.0″
Amerex B461 6 lb ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher
FSP · P-02
What it is
Amerex B461 is a 6 lb ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher rated 3A:40B:C for ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids and gases, and live electrical equipment. Discharge runs 14 seconds with an initial range of 15 to 21 ft at 195 PSIG. The agent is a specially fluidized and siliconized mono ammonium phosphate that melts and coats the burning surface, insulating Class A fuel and breaking the chain reaction on Class B fires. The cylinder is drawn-steel with a chrome-plated brass valve body, stainless steel handle and lever. A wall bracket ships with the extinguisher. The operating temperature range is −65°F to 120°F.
A six-pound charge splits the difference between easy-carry 5 lb units and heavier 10 lb models, and the Amerex B461 backs it with a 3A:40B:C rating. That covers wood, paper and fabric alongside flammable liquids and energized electrical equipment, which makes it a sensible single-extinguisher answer for corridors, workshops, stockrooms and small commercial suites. Longevity is the design brief here: durable high gloss polyester powder paint over all-metal valve construction, with a heavy duty chrome plated brass valve body and a stainless steel handle and lever. The dry chemical chemically insulates Class A fires by melting at approximately 350F and coating the surface it lands on, smothers Class B fires, and will not conduct electricity back to the operator.
- 6 lb ABC dry chemical charge with a 3A:40B:C UL rating
- All-metal valve construction with heavy duty chrome plated brass valve body
- Stainless steel handle and lever
- Durable high gloss polyester powder paint finish
- Bilingual labels; 18.94 in tall for tighter mounting locations
Specifications
| Model | B461 |
|---|---|
| Item / Part No. | 15386 |
| UL Rating | 3A:40B:C |
| Capacity | 6 lb |
| Shipping Weight | 14 lb |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 18.94 in x 5.81 in x 7.44 in |
| Valve | Chrome plated brass body, stainless steel handle and lever |
FSP · P-03
Submittal data
The same values print on the submittal sheet.
| Ratings and agent | |
|---|---|
| UL and ULC rating | 3A:40B:C |
| Capacity | 6 lb |
| Agent | ABC dry chemical |
| Agent chemical base | Mono ammonium phosphate, specially fluidized and siliconized |
| Discharge design | Hose & Nozzle |
| Discharge | |
|---|---|
| Discharge time | 14 seconds |
| Initial range | 15 to 21 ft |
| Nominal operating pressure | 195 PSIG |
| Construction | |
|---|---|
| Cylinder material | Drawn-steel |
| Finish | High-gloss polyester powder paint |
| Valve construction | All-metal |
| Valve material | Chrome-plated brass valve body / Stainless steel handle & lever |
| Operating temperature range | −65°F to 120°F |
| Dimensions and weight | |
|---|---|
| Height | 16.25 in |
| Width | 8.5 in |
| Depth | 5 in |
| Cylinder diameter | 5 in |
| Shipping weight | 14 lb |
| Mounting and standards | |
|---|---|
| Included bracket | Wall |
| Optional brackets | 808, 809, 846, 889, 895 |
| Tested to | CAN/ULC-S504 - UL 299 & CAN/ULC-S508 - UL 711 |
| Warranty | 6-Year manufacturer's warranty |
| Item | |
|---|---|
| Amerex item number | 15386 |
FSP · P-04
Documents
FSP · P-05
General notes
What is the UL rating of the Amerex B461?
3A:40B:C.
How many pounds of dry chemical is in the Amerex B461?
6 lb of ABC dry chemical - a specially fluidized and siliconized mono ammonium phosphate.
How long does the Amerex B461 discharge for?
14 seconds.
Is there a chrome version of the Amerex B461?
Yes. The catalog marks OPTIONAL CHROME CYLINDER = Yes for this model.
How far does the Amerex B461 spray?
Initial range 15-21 ft.
What are the dimensions of the Amerex B461?
Height 16.25 in., width 8.5 in., depth 5 in., on a 5 in. diameter cylinder.
How much does the Amerex B461 weigh?
14 lb shipping weight. Amerex notes that shipping weight includes the box.
What pressure does the Amerex B461 operate at?
195 PSIG nominal operating pressure. The parts book specifies 03965-P Gauge - 195 PSI for this model group.
Does the Amerex B461 have an aluminum or a brass valve?
Brass. The valve body is chrome-plated brass with a stainless steel handle and lever. Amerex classes this valve as heavy duty.
FSP · P-06
Shipping and returns
Shipping & returns
Cabinets and extinguishers ship by ground within the contiguous United States. Rates are shown at checkout before you pay. Multi-unit orders for a project schedule can be quoted directly.
