2.5LB Buckeye 13315 - ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher

The Buckeye 13315 is a 2.5 lb ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher supplied with a vehicle mounting bracket (Model A2). It is a compact, multipurpose stored-pressure unit rated 1-A:10-B:C — suitable for Class A ordinary combustibles, Class B flammable liquids, and Class C energized electrical fires — built to Buckeye's commercial standard with a polyester epoxy powder-coated steel cylinder and an anodized all-metal valve assembly.

The 2.5 lb form factor makes the 13315 the right unit for tight spaces and vehicle installations where a larger extinguisher is impractical — service vans, pickup trucks, forklifts, boats, and light aircraft ground support equipment. At 9 seconds of discharge time and a 9 to 15 foot effective range, it is sized for rapid first-response suppression of a developing fire before it can escalate. The included Model A2 vehicle bracket enables USCG approval for Type B:C Size I marine applications when properly mounted. The unit is manufactured to ANSI/UL 299 and ANSI/UL 711 standards, is UL and ULC listed, and is DOT compliant for vehicle transport.

Note: This unit is not recommended for use on sensitive electronic equipment, computer systems, or aircraft structure. For those applications, a CO2 or clean agent extinguisher is the appropriate specification.

ABC Agent: Triple-Class Suppression

The 13315 is charged with monoammonium phosphate (MAP) dry chemical — the same ABC agent used in commercial and industrial extinguishers across all size classes. MAP provides the widest practical range of coverage in a single agent:

• Class A (Ordinary Combustibles): MAP undergoes sintering at approximately 350°F, melting to form an oxygen-excluding crust over wood, paper, and textile fires that prevents deep-seated re-ignition.
• Class B (Flammable Liquids): The agent interrupts the chemical chain reaction in the flame zone, providing rapid knockdown on gasoline, oil, paint, solvents, and other flammable liquid fires.
• Class C (Electrical Equipment): The non-conductive agent is safe for use on energized electrical panels, motors, and appliances without risk of electrical shock to the operator.

Buckeye Build Quality

• Polyester Epoxy Powder Coat: Industrial-grade finish resistant to UV fading, salt spray, and physical abrasion — built for the harsh environments of service vehicles and marine applications.
• Anodized All-Metal Valve Assembly: No plastic valve components. The anodized aluminum valve resists corrosion and seizing, ensuring the unit operates reliably under stress.
• Vehicle Bracket Included: Model A2 bracket ships with the unit, enabling immediate installation in a vehicle, vessel, or equipment cab without a separate hardware purchase.
• Fully Rechargeable: Unlike disposable consumer units, the 13315 is a professional rechargeable extinguisher that can be serviced and returned to duty by a certified technician.

The Buckeye 13315 is specified for light hazard environments and vehicle installations where compact ABC protection is required:

• Service and Fleet Vehicles: Work vans, pickup trucks, and utility vehicles where DOT compliance is required and space under the seat or in the cab limits the unit size.
• Marine Vessels: USCG approved for Type B:C Size I when mounted in the included Model A2 bracket. Suitable for small watercraft, pleasure boats, and commercial vessels requiring compact fire protection.
• Forklifts and Material Handling Equipment: Frame-mounted on forklifts and powered industrial trucks where OSHA fire protection requirements apply to powered equipment.
• Public Areas and Light Commercial: Offices, classrooms, churches, parking garages, and hotel and motel assembly halls and guest areas where a compact, easily accessible unit is appropriate.
• Light Manufacturing and Retail: Retail stores, auto dealerships, research facilities, and manufacturing processes involving painting, dipping, and coating where mixed fire classes are present.
• Vehicle and Aircraft Service Centers: Service bays and maintenance areas where flammable fuel and electrical hazards coexist with ordinary combustibles.

To maintain NFPA 10 compliance and ensure the unit is ready when needed, the Buckeye 13315 must follow a standard maintenance protocol:

• Monthly Visual Inspection: Verify the pressure gauge is in the green zone, the safety pin and tamper seal are intact, and the nozzle is free of obstruction. Confirm the unit is securely seated in its bracket. Log findings on inspection tags.
• Annual Professional Service: A certified fire extinguisher technician must conduct an external examination, verify chemical fluidity, and confirm the valve assembly is in serviceable condition.
• 6-Year Internal Maintenance: Every six years the agent must be recovered and the internal components inspected per NFPA 10 before recharging.
• 12-Year Hydrostatic Test: Mandatory pressure testing to verify the structural integrity of the steel cylinder.
• USCG Compliance Note: USCG Type B:C Size I approval applies only when the unit is mounted in the included Model A2 bracket. An unbracketed unit does not satisfy USCG vessel requirements.

Why is this unit not recommended for sensitive electronics?

Monoammonium phosphate dry chemical is mildly corrosive and leaves an abrasive powder residue that can damage delicate circuit boards, optical sensors, and precision contacts. For server rooms, data centers, and sensitive electronic environments, a CO2 or clean agent extinguisher is the correct specification — they discharge without leaving any residue.

Is the 2.5 lb size sufficient for my vehicle?

The 13315 is sized for light hazard first-response use — it is designed to suppress a developing fire before it escalates, not to handle a fully developed large fire. For vehicles carrying flammable loads or operating in higher-hazard environments, a 5 lb or 10 lb unit may be more appropriate. The 2.5 lb size is the standard choice for passenger vehicles, light trucks, and small watercraft.

Does the included bracket satisfy USCG requirements for my boat?

The 13315 is USCG approved as Type B:C Size I when mounted in the included Model A2 bracket. Verify with your vessel's USCG documentation that a Type B:C Size I unit satisfies the fire protection requirement for your specific vessel size and classification before relying on this unit as your sole USCG-required extinguisher.