Amerex Halotron I Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher Series
The Amerex Halotron I series covers BC and ABC class fires with a clean-agent discharge that leaves no residue, protecting sensitive equipment from secondary damage. Available in four capacities: 2.5 lb, 5 lb, 11 lb, and 15.5 lb.
Agent and Ratings
- Agent: Halotron I (HCFC-123 based) - non-conductive, non-corrosive, rapidly evaporating liquid discharge
- 2.5 lb (HT2-1/2): UL rating 2B:C
- 5 lb (HT-5): UL rating 5B:C
- 11 lb (HT-11): UL rating 1A:10B:C
- 15.5 lb (HT15-1/2): UL rating 2A:10B:C
- Ozone depletion potential: 0.0098; global warming potential: 77
Dimensions and Mounting
- 2.5 lb: 15.5" H x 5.5" W x 3" diameter - vehicle bracket included
- 5 lb: 15.25" H x 5.75" W x 4.25" diameter - vehicle bracket included
- 11 lb: 21.5" H x 9.25" W x 6" diameter - wall bracket included
- 15.5 lb: 21.5" H x 9.25" W x 6" diameter - wall bracket included
Typical Applications
- Data centers and server rooms where residue-free suppression is required
- Telecommunications and control rooms with energized equipment
- Laboratories, clean rooms, and sterile manufacturing environments
- Aircraft ramps and aviation service facilities
- Industrial equipment and manufacturing where dry-chemical contamination is unacceptable
- Vehicle, marine, and engine compartment protection
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Chemical:
- Halotron I Clean Agent
- Product Group:
- Fire Extinguisher
- Product Subgroup:
- Fire Extinguisher
- Product Type:
- Halotron I Clean Agent Extinguisher
- Product Details:
- 2.5-15.5 lb; UL rated 2B:C to 2A:10B:C; BC and ABC class; non-conductive, no-residue discharge
- Department:
- Safety
Amerex HT 2 1/2 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Which size Amerex Halotron extinguisher do I need for a server room or data center?
The Amerex HT Series comes in four capacities and the UL rating climbs with size: 2.5 lb (HT2-1/2) is 2B:C, 5 lb (HT-5) is 5B:C, 11 lb (HT-11) is 1A:10B:C, and 15.5 lb (HT15-1/2) is 2A:10B:C. For a room full of racks, the 11 lb and 15.5 lb are the two that carry an A rating, so they also cover ordinary combustibles like cardboard and cable jacket, not just energized equipment. The 2.5 lb and 5 lb are BC only. All four discharge Halotron I as a rapidly evaporating liquid that is non-conductive and leaves no residue on the boards.
2) Will a Halotron extinguisher damage electronics the way a dry chemical ABC extinguisher does?
No. That is the whole reason to buy one. Halotron I discharges as a rapidly evaporating liquid, is non-conductive and non-corrosive, and leaves no residue behind. A dry chemical ABC unit coats everything it touches with powder, which on energized boards, telecom gear, or lab instruments usually means the cleanup and the replacement cost more than the fire did. The Amerex HT Series is built for exactly the spots where that contamination is unacceptable: control rooms, clean rooms, aircraft and aviation service areas, and engine compartments.
3) Does the Amerex HT Halotron extinguisher come with a bracket, or do I order that separately?
A mounting bracket comes with the unit. The smaller HT capacities ship with a vehicle bracket and the larger ones with a wall bracket, so what you get depends on which weight you order. If you are mounting a small unit on a wall or a large one in a truck, plan on sourcing the bracket style you actually need.
4) Is Halotron I still legal to buy, and what is its environmental impact compared to halon?
Halotron I is an HCFC-123 based agent with an ozone depletion potential of 0.0098 and a global warming potential of 77. Amerex describes it as the most environmentally beneficial halocarbon agent meeting wide performance standards. That near-zero ODP number is what lets it stand in for the old halon 1211 units in clean-agent duty.
5) Can I use an Amerex Halotron extinguisher on a flammable liquid fire, or is it only for electrical?
Both. Every HT capacity carries a B and a C rating, so it covers flammable liquid fires and energized electrical equipment. The 11 lb (1A:10B:C) and 15.5 lb (2A:10B:C) add Class A coverage on top. If your hazard is a solvent bench, a paint locker, or a fuel-handling area next to sensitive equipment, the 15.5 lb gives you the largest B rating in the series at 10B.
6) How do I order the right Amerex HT model number?
Pick by weight and the model follows: HT2-1/2 for 2.5 lb, HT-5 for 5 lb, HT-11 for 11 lb, and HT15-1/2 for 15.5 lb. Weight is the only choice you make on the HT Series, and each weight carries one UL rating and one bracket type, so there are no separate finish or trim options to specify.
7) Do Halotron clean agent extinguishers need different servicing than a standard dry chemical unit?
Yes, they run on the clean agent schedule under NFPA rather than the dry chemical routine, and Amerex directs that maintenance and testing be performed by a professional service company. Between services, the in-house check is the same walk-by discipline: pressure gauge in the green, safety pin and seal intact, and a clear discharge nozzle. For a facility standardizing across many rooms, note that the 11 lb and 15.5 lb share the same footprint, which simplifies cabinet and bracket stocking on a service route.
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