{"product_id":"hose-assembly-co2-fire-extinguisher-1-4-x-3-ft-01776","title":"Amerex Hose Assembly for CO2 Extinguishers, 1\/4 X 3 ft, OEM - 01776","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 Hose Assembly for CO2 Extinguishers | 1\/4 x 3 ft | Part No. 01776\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 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 01776 is the OEM CO2 hose assembly for Amerex carbon dioxide fire extinguishers, featuring a 1\/4-inch bore and 3-foot length with the discharge horn attached. CO2 fire extinguishers present unique hose challenges that ABC dry chemical units do not: the agent exits at cryogenic temperatures around -109°F during discharge, and the hose must withstand the high-pressure internal charge of approximately 850 PSI at room temperature. Standard rubber hoses cannot handle this combination of extreme cold and high pressure — the Amerex 01776 is specifically engineered for CO2 service with cryogenic-rated materials throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe CO2 hoses and fittings on a CO2 fire extinguisher are among the most inspected components during NFPA 10 annual reviews. Cracks in the hose jacket, ice accumulation around fittings, and a deformed or blocked discharge horn are all immediate red-tag deficiencies. The 01776 fire extinguisher hose replacement provides a complete factory-assembled solution that restores the unit to its rated performance with a single part installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis assembly is compatible with Amerex CO2 portable fire extinguisher models and is an essential component in any fire extinguisher service parts inventory that supports CO2 units in server rooms, electrical vaults, and other environments where CO2 is the preferred suppression agent. For fire extinguisher repair shops managing CO2 fleets, the 01776 eliminates sourcing complexity by providing a complete assembly rather than individual co2 hoses and fittings components.\u003c\/p\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\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\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      \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerex Corporation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e01776\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBore Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgent Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Dioxide (CO2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated for CO2 service (~850 PSI at 70°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHose and discharge horn assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL Listed, OEM Original\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\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\"\u003eMaintenance \u0026amp; Compliance (NFPA 10)\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\u003eCO2 Hose Inspection Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eCO2 fire extinguisher hoses must be inspected annually and replaced at the 5-year internal examination or whenever defects are found. Unlike ABC hoses, CO2 hoses are subject to \"cold cracking\" — micro-fractures that develop in the hose jacket from repeated exposure to cryogenic temperatures during discharge cycles. Inspect the full length of the hose for cracks, stiffness, or deformation at each service visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eHorn Inspection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe discharge horn on a CO2 fire extinguisher must be intact and unobstructed. Never hold the horn directly — contact with the cryogenic CO2 discharge can cause frostbite. Inspect the horn for cracks, deformation, and blockage from pest nesting or debris. A damaged horn will affect the discharge pattern and dispersion of the CO2 agent, reducing suppression effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eCryogenic Fitting Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe crimped fittings at each end of the 01776 are rated for cryogenic service. If any fitting shows frost accumulation during a unit pressure check, it indicates a micro-leak in the CO2 hoses and fittings assembly that requires immediate replacement of the full 01776 assembly.\u003c\/p\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\u003eCan I use a standard ABC hose on a CO2 extinguisher?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely not. Standard rubber hoses are not rated for cryogenic temperatures or the high-pressure CO2 service environment. Installing an incorrect hose on a co2 fire extinguisher creates a serious safety hazard and voids the UL listing. Only use the Amerex 01776 OEM assembly for CO2 units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWhy is the CO2 hose assembly 3 feet long?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 3-foot length provides sufficient reach for the operator to aim the discharge horn at a fire while maintaining a safe distance from the cryogenic discharge. For CO2 fire extinguisher sizes in the 5-20 lb. range, this length is the factory-specified standard for effective agent deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eIs this compatible with CO2 units from other manufacturers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 01776 is specifically designed for Amerex CO2 extinguisher valve thread specifications. While the 1\/4-inch bore is a common standard, fitting compatibility varies by manufacturer. 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