- Model
- FG10C
- UL rating
- 40B:C
- Ship weight
- 18.25 lb
- H × W × D
- 21.0″ × 7.75″ × 5.125″
JL Industries Galaxy 10 10 lb BC Fire Extinguisher (FG10C)
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What it is
JL Industries Galaxy 10 (FG10C) is a 10 lb portable fire extinguisher charged with a siliconized sodium bicarbonate dry chemical and UL rated 40B:C for Class B and C fires. It stands 21" tall and 7-3/4" wide over the hose and handle, on a 5-1/8" diameter cylinder, and ships at 18.25 lb. The cylinder is heavy-duty steel with an aluminum valve, with a visual pressure gauge and pull pin. The operating temperature range is -65°F (-53°C) to 120°F (49°C). A J-hook wall bracket ships with it as standard, and the Mark MB846C bracket is available separately. Dry chemical is not recommended for fires in delicate electronic equipment; the fire may be put out but the equipment can be damaged beyond repair.
The JL Industries FG10C is the Galaxy 10, a 10 lb portable fire extinguisher in JL's Galaxy series, charged with a siliconized sodium bicarbonate dry chemical and UL rated 40B:C for Class B and C fires. It is specified for flammable liquid hazards in light manufacturing facilities, vehicle, aircraft and marine service centers, and retail stores. Cleanup after use is generally easy because the chemical does not normally bake to a hot metal surface. It is non-toxic.
- UL rating: 40B:C
- Agent and capacity: BC (standard) dry chemical, 10 lb nominal
- Dimensions: 21" overall height, 7-3/4" overall width including hose and handle, 5-1/8" cylinder diameter
- Shipping weight: 18.25 lb (.65 cu. ft. shipping volume)
- Construction: Heavy-duty steel cylinder with rugged metal valve and siphon tube with replaceable valve stem seal, visual pressure gauge, pull pin and upright squeeze grip.
- Valve material: Aluminum
- Operating temperature: -65°F (-53°C) to 120°F (49°C)
- Standards: Conforms to CAN/ULC-S504 - ANSI/UL 299 and CAN/ULC-S508 - ANSI/UL 711. Meets the current NFPA 10 requirements for portable fire extinguishers and is tested and listed by UL.
- US Coast Guard: Approved. The owner's manual notes that USCG approval is valid only when the extinguisher is fitted with the approved marine-type bracket named on its nameplate.
- In the box: the extinguisher with a J-hook wall bracket as standard; the Mark MB846C mounting bracket is available separately at extra charge.
- Charging: Ships factory charged.
- Application limits: Dry chemical is not recommended for fires in delicate electronic equipment; the fire may be put out but the equipment can be damaged beyond repair.
JL's catalog lists this extinguisher as compatible with the following cabinet tub sizes:
- 10-1/2" x 24" x 6" tub (1000 series)
- 12" x 27" x 7-3/4" tub (2000 series)
- 16" x 32" x 7-3/4" tub (3000 series)
- 20" x 27" x 7-3/4" duo tub (4000 series, two extinguishers)
Sized to the cabinet tables in JL's fire protection catalog. JL's cabinet selection guide asks for at least 1" of clearance in height, width and depth over the extinguisher's own dimensions.
The optional Mark MB846C mounting bracket for this model is listed on the JL Industries MB846C bracket page.
JL Industries warrants its fire extinguishers free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for six years from date of shipment; manufacturer warranty terms and conditions apply in all cases.
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Submittal data
The same values print on the submittal sheet.
| Ratings and agent | |
|---|---|
| UL rating | 40B:C |
| Fire classes | Class B and C |
| Agent | BC (standard) dry chemical |
| Agent chemical base | Siliconized sodium bicarbonate |
| Nominal capacity | 10 lb |
| Dimensions and weight | |
|---|---|
| Overall height | 21 in |
| Overall width | 7.75 in |
| Cylinder diameter | 5.125 in |
| Shipping weight | 18.25 lb |
| Shipping volume | .65 cu. ft. |
| Discharge | |
|---|---|
| Discharge design | Hose and nozzle, upright squeeze grip |
| Operation | Squeeze the lever, which opens the valve, allowing the agent to be forced out |
| Operating temperature range | -65°F (-53°C) to 120°F (49°C) |
| Construction | |
|---|---|
| Cylinder material | Heavy-duty steel |
| Valve material | Aluminum |
| Mounting and standards | |
|---|---|
| Included mounting | J-hook wall bracket, standard |
| Optional mounting bracket | Mark MB846C, at extra charge |
| Tested to | CAN/ULC-S504 - ANSI/UL 299 and CAN/ULC-S508 - ANSI/UL 711 |
| Standard | NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers |
| US Coast Guard approved | Yes |
| Warranty | Six years from date of shipment |
| Item | |
|---|---|
| JL Industries model | Galaxy 10 |
| JL Industries item number | FG10C |
| JL stock list | Yes |
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Documents
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General notes
What is the UL rating of the JL Industries Galaxy 10?
40B:C, for Class B and C fires.
What are the dimensions of the Galaxy 10 (FG10C)?
21" overall height, 7-3/4" overall width including hose and handle, and a 5-1/8" cylinder diameter.
How much does the FG10C weigh to ship?
18.25 lb, at .65 cu. ft. shipping volume.
Does the FG10C come with a bracket?
A J-hook wall bracket is standard. The Mark MB846C mounting bracket is available separately at extra charge.
Is the FG10C on JL's stock list?
Yes, the JL stock list shows this model stocked for quicker shipment.
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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.
