{"title":"Amerex Fire Extinguishers Class K","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"c260","title":"Amerex C260 - 6 Liter Class K Kitchen Fire Extinguisher - OEM","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eAmerex C260 | 6 Liter Class K Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher | Commercial Kitchen\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .product-section { max-width: 100%; margin: 2rem 0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; }\n  .accordion-item { border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; }\n  .accordion-header { display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 2rem 0; cursor: pointer; background: none; border: none; width: 100%; text-align: left; color: #333; }\n  .accordion-header:hover, .accordion-header:focus { color: #333; background: none; outline: none; }\n  .accordion-title { font-size: 1.5rem; font-weight: 500; }\n  .accordion-icon { font-size: 1.5rem; }\n  .accordion-item.active .accordion-icon { transform: rotate(180deg); }\n  .accordion-content { max-height: 0; overflow: hidden; }\n  .accordion-item.active .accordion-content { max-height: none; }\n  .accordion-content-inner { font-size: 1.4rem; line-height: 1.7; color: #555; padding-bottom: 2rem; }\n  .accordion-content-inner p { margin: 0 0 1rem 0; }\n  .accordion-content-inner ul { margin: 0 0 1rem 0; padding-left: 2rem; }\n  .accordion-content-inner li { margin-bottom: 0.4rem; }\n  .accordion-content-inner h3 { font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 600; color: #333; margin: 1.5rem 0 0.5rem 0; }\n  .specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; }\n  .specs-table th, .specs-table td { border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.75rem 1rem; font-size: 1.4rem; text-align: left; }\n  .specs-table th { background-color: #f5f5f5; font-weight: 600; color: #333; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Amerex C260 is a professional-grade, 6-liter wet chemical fire extinguisher engineered specifically for the volatile hazards of the modern commercial kitchen. Standard units are often ineffective on high-temperature vegetable oils and animal fats. The Amerex C260 solves this by utilizing a specialized potassium acetate agent that transforms burning oil into a non-combustible soap, providing the rapid knockdown required for deep fryers and charbroilers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eRated Class K, this unit is the mandatory portable supplement to any kitchen hood suppression system. Constructed with a high-polish stainless steel cylinder and a heavy-duty chrome-plated brass valve assembly, the Amerex C260 is built for commercial kitchen fire safety in humid, grease-heavy environments. Every unit ensures your facility remains fully NFPA 96 compliant, acting as a reliable first line of defense against catastrophic kitchen fires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eThe Science of Saponification: Turning Fuel into Soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. The Saponification Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhen the wet chemical agent — a potassium acetate-based formula — is discharged onto hot cooking oil, a chemical reaction called saponification occurs. The agent reacts with the fats to create a thick, soapy foam blanket that cuts off oxygen and seals in combustible vapors, effectively ending the fire's ability to sustain itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Endothermic Cooling Effect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eModern high-efficiency fryers and vegetable oils have extremely high auto-ignition temperatures. Unlike dry chemicals, which only smother, the Amerex C260 agent provides a massive endothermic cooling effect. It absorbs the thermal energy from the oil, bringing it below its flash point to ensure the fire does not re-ignite once the foam blanket is established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Soft-Flow Nozzle Physics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Amerex C260 features a specialized soft-flow nozzle that discharges the agent in a fine mist. This is critical for operator safety — a high-pressure stream would splash the burning oil, potentially spreading the fire. The fine mist allows the agent to settle gently onto the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWhy the Amerex C260 is the Kitchen Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The C260's stainless steel cylinder and plated brass valve resist the corrosive effects of steam and salt, ensuring the unit remains fully operational throughout its service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNFPA 96 Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fire codes require that a Class K portable be located within 30 feet of any appliance involving combustible cooking media. The Amerex 6-liter model is the most efficient way to meet this requirement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBilingual Labels and Ergonomics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unit features high-visibility bilingual labels and a large-loop stainless steel pull pin, allowing for a faster response in a high-stress, smoke-filled kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Amerex C260 is the primary specified choice for grease-heavy hazard zones where Class K suppression is non-negotiable:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Service Restaurants:\u003c\/strong\u003e The essential protector for deep fryers and flat-top griddles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Trucks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact enough for tight confines while providing high-heat suppression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchool and Hospital Cafeterias:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protecting high-volume food service operations with non-toxic suppression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatering Facilities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Providing portable Class K protection for temporary cooking setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstitutional Dining:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensuring large-scale cooking operations on military bases and similar facilities remain safe and compliant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv 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class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eTo maintain NFPA 10 compliance and ensure your kitchen passes its fire audit, the C260 must follow a strict maintenance protocol:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly Visual Inspection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify the pressure gauge is in the green zone and ensure the misting nozzle is free of grease clogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnnual Professional Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e A technician must conduct an examination and verify the agent level — a standard part of any commercial fire protection service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Year Hydrostatic Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mandatory every five years to ensure the stainless steel cylinder remains structurally sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuppression System Interlock:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Class K extinguisher is designed to be used after the fixed kitchen hood suppression system has activated, to neutralize any remaining hotspots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"accordion-header\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"accordion-icon\"\u003e⌄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this different from an ABC unit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eABC units use powder that can splash oil and lacks the necessary cooling capacity for high-temperature cooking oils. 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