- Model
- FG055C
- UL rating
- 40B:C
- Ship weight
- 10.5 lb
- H × W × D
- 16.375″ × 7.25″ × 4.25″
JL Industries Galaxy 5-1/2 5-1/2 lb BC Fire Extinguisher (FG055C)
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What it is
JL Industries Galaxy 5-1/2 (FG055C) is a 5-1/2 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 16-3/8" tall and 7-1/4" wide over the hose and handle, on a 4-1/4" diameter cylinder, and ships at 10.5 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 MB818C 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 FG055C is the Galaxy 5-1/2, a 5-1/2 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, 5-1/2 lb nominal
- Dimensions: 16-3/8" overall height, 7-1/4" overall width including hose and handle, 4-1/4" cylinder diameter
- Shipping weight: 10.5 lb (.4 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 MB818C 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:
- 9" x 18" x 5-1/2" tub (Ambassador, Academy, Cosmopolitan and Panorama 8100 series)
- 10-1/2" x 24" x 5" tub (1700 series)
- 10-1/2" x 24" x 5-1/2" tub (1800 series)
- 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 MB818C mounting bracket for this model is listed on the JL Industries MB818C 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 | 5-1/2 lb |
| Dimensions and weight | |
|---|---|
| Overall height | 16.375 in |
| Overall width | 7.25 in |
| Cylinder diameter | 4.25 in |
| Shipping weight | 10.5 lb |
| Shipping volume | .4 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 MB818C, 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 5-1/2 |
| JL Industries item number | FG055C |
| 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 5-1/2?
40B:C, for Class B and C fires.
What are the dimensions of the Galaxy 5-1/2 (FG055C)?
16-3/8" overall height, 7-1/4" overall width including hose and handle, and a 4-1/4" cylinder diameter.
How much does the FG055C weigh to ship?
10.5 lb, at .4 cu. ft. shipping volume.
Does the FG055C come with a bracket?
A J-hook wall bracket is standard. The Mark MB818C mounting bracket is available separately at extra charge.
Is the FG055C 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.
