A 6 litre AFFF foam fire extinguisher is a larger-capacity unit for tackling Class A fires such as wood, paper and textiles, plus Class B fires involving flammable liquids. It suits offices, shops, schools and forecourts where you need longer discharge time, broader liquid-fire cover and a clearly labelled extinguisher people can identify fast.

Where 6 Litre AFFF Foam Fire Extinguishers Work Best

Install this extinguisher on escape routes, near exits, at fire points and close to Class A or flammable liquid risks such as stock rooms, workshops, reception areas, shop floors and petrol-related work areas. Keep it visible, unobstructed and close enough to the risk to grab quickly without forcing you towards the fire.

Mounting Height And Rated Fire Size

Because this unit weighs 9.6kg when filled, wall mount it so the carrying handle sits about 1 metre from the floor, or use a floor stand where wall fixing is unsuitable. Its 13A rating refers to a Class A wood-crib test fire and 144B refers to a Class B liquid-fire test; BS 5306 guidance commonly uses 144B as suitable for an anticipated 14.4 litre flammable liquid spill under test-based selection logic. Discharge time is 24 seconds.

What You Gain After Fitting This 6 Litre Foam Unit

When this extinguisher is placed correctly, you give staff a more capable first-response option for paper, packaging and liquid-fire risks, with enough discharge time to act without the short burst limitations of smaller compact units.

✅ Quicker response near mixed Class A and B hazards

✅ Better control time with a 24 second discharge

✅ Stronger liquid-fire capability than small vehicle-sized units

Key Technical Details For This 6 Litre Foam Extinguisher

Type: 6 litre
Filled weight: 9.6kg
Fire rating: 13A 144B
Discharge time: 24 seconds
BS Compliant
BSEN3 Compliant
CE Marked
5 year guarantee

Class A: wood, paper, textiles
Class B: flammable liquids, petrol, oils
Ideal for offices
Ideal for schools
Ideal for shops
Ideal for petrol forecourts
Visual pressure gauge
Squeeze grip control handles

Easy pull safety pin
Spray hose
Brass valve
Corrosion resistant finish
Red body with FOAM EN3 label
Operating instructions on front
Fire classes on front
Pictogram symbols on front

ⓘ Installation Guidance

Choosing And Positioning This Foam Extinguisher Properly

❌ When this is the wrong choice

❌ Do not rely on it where cooking oil or deep fat risks are the main hazard
❌ Do not choose it as your only answer for live electrical equipment areas
❌ Do not tuck it inside cupboards or behind doors

❌ Placement mistakes that reduce response speed

❌ Fitting it too close to the hazard so access becomes unsafe
❌ Mounting the handle too high for a heavier 9.6kg unit
❌ Leaving long travel distances to reach it in larger premises

✅ Better fitting decisions

✅ Use wall mounting where you want a fixed visible position on an escape route
✅ Use a floor stand where wall fixing is unsuitable or surfaces must not be drilled
✅ Pair it with the extinguisher type needed for your electrical or specialist risk profile

? Customers Questions

6 Litre AFFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Questions You May Be Asking

What is a 6 litre AFFF foam fire extinguisher used for? It is used on Class A fires such as paper, wood and textiles, and on Class B fires involving flammable liquids such as petrol, oils and solvents.

Is this the right size for a small office or shop? Yes, if you need more firefighting capacity than a compact 1 litre or 2 litre unit, this size is a stronger fixed-position choice for everyday commercial areas.

What does 13A 144B actually mean? 13A is the Class A test rating for a standardised wood-crib fire. 144B is the Class B liquid-fire test rating, showing a much stronger flammable-liquid capability than lower B-rated foam units.

Can you mount this on the wall? Yes. The supplied bracket allows wall mounting, and because this extinguisher is over 4kg filled, the carrying handle is generally positioned around 1 metre from the floor.

When should you choose foam instead of water? Choose foam when you need cover for both ordinary combustibles and flammable liquids. If your risk is only paper, wood or packaging, a water extinguisher may be enough.

✔ Features & Benefits

Why This 6 Litre AFFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Stands Out

Features

✓ 13A 144B fire rating
✓ 24 second discharge time
✓ Brass valve with spray hose
✓ Pressure gauge and front instructions

Benefits

✓ Gives you longer control during first response
✓ Handles both solid combustibles and liquid-fire risks
✓ Helps users identify operation steps quickly
✓ Suits fixed workplace positions with bracket or stand

Related foam extinguishers for site planning

Where you need a smaller unit nearby, add 2 litre foam extinguishers for smaller rooms to your comparison. Useful for offices, stores and support spaces.

For larger floor areas, compare 9 litre foam fire extinguishers before deciding on final cover. Helpful when your workplace needs more extinguisher capacity at key points.

If you want a compact backup format, consider AFFF spray foam extinguisher units for lighter-duty locations. A practical choice where space and fast access matter.

For customer-facing interiors, compare stainless steel foam extinguishers where appearance is part of the specification. Useful for reception areas, hotels and front-of-house spaces.

For a broader comparison, view workplace foam fire extinguisher supplies and choose the most suitable size. Helpful when you are reviewing multiple extinguisher points together.

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