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2 Litre AFFF Foam Fire Extinguishers
A 2 litre AFFF foam fire extinguisher is a compact first-response unit for small Class A and Class B fires. It helps you tackle wood, paper, textiles and flammable liquid risks in vans, garages, workshops and around the home, where a full-size extinguisher may be harder to place but quick access still matters.
Where a 2 Litre Foam Extinguisher Works Best
Install it where a small but genuine Class A or B risk exists and where you can reach it quickly without moving towards the fire source, such as in garages, workshops, caravans, vans, minibuses or utility areas. Keep it visible, close to exits or route points, and not hidden in cupboards or behind stored items. A 5A rating relates to a 0.5 metre Class A wood-crib test fire and 34B indicates a Class B flammable-liquid test size of 34 litres under standard test conditions. Discharge time is 14.1 seconds, so placement needs to support immediate use rather than a long search.
Mounting Height From Floor
Because the filled weight is 4.5kg, mount it with the carrying handle around 1 metre above floor level, rather than the higher position used for lighter units. In feet, that is about 3.3ft to the handle, which helps keep the extinguisher accessible, stable and easy to lift in an emergency.
What You Gain Once It Is In Place
When this extinguisher is fitted in the right location, you reduce delay at the point of discovery and give yourself a realistic option for controlling a small fire before it grows beyond safe first-response use.
- ✅ Faster access in compact risk areas such as vans, garages and workshops
- ✅ Better coverage for mixed paper, textile and flammable-liquid fire risks
- ✅ Clear wall-mounted storage helps stop the unit being misplaced or buried
Technical Details That Matter Before You Choose
- Type: 2 litres
- Filled weight: 4.5kg
- Fire rating: 5A 34B
- Discharge time: 14.1 seconds
- Foam spray nozzle
- Squeeze grip control
- Easy pull safety pin
- Visual pressure gauge
- Chrome valve
- Wall mounting bracket included
- CE marked
- BS EN3 compliant
- Corrosion resistant finish
- 5 year guarantee
- Use on Class A and B fires
Choosing the Right Position and Setup
- ❌ Do not choose it for deep-fat cooking risks
- ❌ Do not hide it inside cupboards or vehicle lockers you cannot open fast
- ❌ Do not rely on it as your only cover for larger commercial fire loads
- ❌ Not behind doors, stock or tools
- ❌ Not beside heat sources that make access awkward
- ❌ Not loose on the floor where it can be knocked or buried
- ✅ Use the supplied bracket for fixed, visible storage
- ✅ Place it near exits or route points, not at the fire seat
- ✅ Choose this size when you need compact A and B cover in homes, vans, garages or workshops
2 Litre AFFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Questions Answered
What is a 2 litre AFFF foam fire extinguisher used for? It is designed for small Class A and Class B fires, so it suits paper, wood, textiles and flammable-liquid risks where you need compact first-response cover.
Is this the right size for a van or caravan? Yes, this size is commonly chosen where space is tighter and you still want wall-mounted cover that is easier to store than a larger workshop unit.
What does the 5A 34B rating actually mean? The 5A element relates to a 0.5 metre wood-crib Class A test fire, while 34B refers to a Class B flammable-liquid test size of 34 litres under standard conditions.
Can I use it on electrical fires? Foam extinguishers are mainly selected for Class A and B risks. If your main concern is energised electrical equipment, you would usually choose a different extinguisher type for that duty.
Where should you mount a 2 litre AFFF foam fire extinguisher? Mount it in clear view near the risk area and close to an exit or route point, with the handle around 1 metre from the floor because this unit is over 4kg when filled.
Why This 2 Litre AFFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Is Ideal For You
- ✓ Compact 2 litre foam unit
- ✓ 5A 34B certified fire rating
- ✓ 14.1 second discharge time
- ✓ Bracket supplied for wall fixing
- ✓ Easier to position where space is limited
- ✓ Covers both solid combustibles and flammable liquids
- ✓ Gives you controlled first-response use
- ✓ Helps keep the extinguisher visible and ready
Useful links for choosing 2 litre foam units
If you need a smaller extinguisher for limited space, compare compact 1 litre foam fire extinguishers before increasing capacity. Handy for vehicles, cupboards and tighter workplace positions.
For fast grab-and-use coverage, review spray foam fire extinguishers alongside your 2 litre choice. Useful where simple handling and clear access are important.
For larger shared areas, step up to 6 litre foam extinguishers for business premises where more capacity may be needed. A sensible option for corridors, stockrooms and staff spaces.
For higher capacity planning, consider 9 litre AFFF foam extinguishers where your assessment calls for a larger unit. Better suited to bigger work areas and heavier site coverage.
To compare all related sizes in one place, visit foam extinguisher choices by capacity and match the unit to your layout. Helpful when standardising extinguishers across several rooms.
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