Amerex Wet Chemical 6L Recharge for B260/C260 (Single Item) - 16817

The Amerex Wet Chemical 6L Recharge (16817) is a high-performance, potassium-acetate-based agent engineered specifically for the most demanding fire hazard in the modern world: the commercial kitchen. Designed for use in Amerex Model B260 and C260 Class K extinguishers, this 6-liter liquid agent refill is the factory-specified solution for maintaining a UL-rated safety envelope. In an environment where high-efficiency fryers and vegetable-based oils create intense, high-temperature fires, the 16817 recharge provides the precision chemistry required to achieve rapid knockdown and permanent suppression.

For fire safety technicians and facility directors, the 16817 recharge is a mission-critical maintenance component. Whether performing a mandatory 5-year internal maintenance or restoring a unit to service after an emergency discharge, utilizing the genuine OEM 16817 ensures that the extinguisher's internal hydraulics and spray patterns remain within factory tolerances. This ready-to-pour solution eliminates the risk of field-dilution errors, guaranteeing that your primary line of kitchen fire defense against Class K hazards is always at full operational capacity.

Molecular Saponification

When the agent is discharged through the extinguisher's misting nozzle, it initiates saponification. The potassium-acetate solution reacts with the free fatty acids found in hot cooking grease to form a thick foam blanket that excludes atmospheric oxygen to smother the flames and traps flammable vapors to prevent re-flash.

Endothermic Thermal Quenching

Beyond the chemical blanket, the 16817 agent is engineered for massive latent heat absorption. Commercial grease fires often exceed 680°F (360°C). As the liquid mist hits the hazard, it undergoes a phase change that absorbs thermal energy, rapidly quenching the oil and achieving auto-ignition point suppression in seconds, a level of protection that dry chemical agents cannot match.

Aerosolized Mist Distribution

The viscosity of the 16817 agent is specifically tuned for Amerex's proprietary misting hydraulics. This ensures the agent atomizes into a fine, uniform mist that settles gently over the oil surface without causing the dangerous splash-back associated with high-pressure liquid streams hitting hot grease.

Zero-Error Recharge Logistics

The 16817 is a factory-sealed, pre-mixed solution providing the exact 6-liter volume required for B260/C260 units. This eliminates the risk of field-dilution errors and maintains the unit's UL rating.

Low-pH Corrosion Protection

The Amerex 16817 is a low-pH formula, ensuring a discharge event does not lead to the long-term pitting or corrosion of the extinguisher shell or the kitchen's high-value stainless steel and brass appliance surfaces.

Rapid Post-Fire Sanitation

Because the 16817 agent is water-soluble, post-fire sanitation can be completed with warm water and a mild detergent. Unlike dry chemical powders that can contaminate HVAC systems, a Class K discharge allows a kitchen to be returned to service in a matter of hours.

• High-Output Fryer Batteries: Protecting large-scale deep-fat fryers in stadiums and hospital cafeterias.
• Commercial Griddles and Woks: Providing the cooling capacity needed for appliances with high radiant heat.
• Industrial Food Processing Lines: Protecting cooking vats in manufacturing environments where vegetable oils are processed at high volumes.
• Institutional Kitchens: Maintaining a safe environment in schools, hotels, and casinos where rapid post-fire recovery is essential.
• Service Contractor Inventories: The mandatory refill for service contractors managing Class K series handheld units across multiple facility accounts.

Internal Maintenance Protocol

Per NFPA 10, wet chemical extinguishers must undergo an internal examination every five years. During this service, the old agent must be discarded and the unit refilled with fresh Amerex 16817. This ensures the discharge curve integrity remains within factory parameters.

Emergency Recovery Mandate

If an extinguisher is discharged, even partially, it must be fully recharged immediately. Topping off a unit is a violation of the UL listing. The entire 6-liter volume must be replaced to ensure the pressure-to-agent ratio remains within engineering tolerances.

Date Tracking and Audit Trails

Every jug of 16817 features a batch code and manufacturing date. Standardizing on genuine Amerex agents provides the paper trail necessary to satisfy insurance underwriters and fire marshals (AHJs) during routine facility audits.

Can I use the 16817 in an Ansul or Buckeye Class K extinguisher?

No. Fire suppression agents are listed as part of a specific assembly. Using Amerex agent in a competitor's unit voids the UL listing and may cause mechanical failure due to differences in viscosity and the specific misting hydraulics of the nozzle.

Is it safe to store the recharge agent in a hot warehouse?

The 16817 should be stored in its original sealed container in a climate-controlled environment between 32°F and 120°F. Exposure to extreme temperatures can affect the long-term chemical stability of the potassium-acetate solution.

How do I clean up after a discharge?

The residue is water-soluble. Once the appliances and oil have cooled, use warm water and a mild detergent to wipe down all affected surfaces. This ensures rapid post-fire recovery and prevents staining of stainless steel surfaces.