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Amerex 2.5 Gallon Class 2A Pressurized Water Fire Extinguisher, polished stainless steel cylinder with hose and wall hook

Amerex Water Fire Extinguisher 2.5 Gallon Class 2A Pressurized Water 55 Second Discharge

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Amerex Water Fire Extinguisher 2.5 Gallon Class 2A

The Amerex PW-2 1/2 is a pressurized water fire extinguisher rated 2A for Class A fires (ordinary combustibles: wood, paper, fabric). Anodized aluminum valve, 2.5-gallon capacity, and a 55-second discharge time give operators extended coverage from up to 45-55 feet.

Specifications

  • UL/ULC Rating: 2A
  • Fire Class: Class A (ordinary combustibles)
  • Agent: Pressurized Water
  • Capacity: 2.5 Gallons
  • Discharge Time: 55 seconds
  • Stream Range: 45-55 ft
  • Valve Type: Anodized Aluminum
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 24.5" x 9" x 7"
  • Shipping Weight: 7.5 lbs

Key Features

  • Pressurized water agent leaves no dry chemical residue, reducing cleanup in occupied or equipment-sensitive areas
  • Extended 55-second discharge allows thorough soaking of burning materials to prevent re-ignition
  • 45-55 ft stream range provides safe standoff distance during suppression
  • Anodized aluminum valve resists corrosion for long service life

Typical Applications

  • Commercial office buildings, educational facilities, and healthcare environments with Class A hazards
  • Warehouses, retail spaces, and storage areas with paper, cardboard, and packaging materials
  • Any location where a clean, residue-free agent is preferred over dry chemical

Manufacturer Resources

Larsens Catalog

Product Specs

Wheel Type:
1
Capacity:
2.5 Gallon
Shipping Weight:
7.5 lbs
Valve Type:
Anodized Aluminum
UL and ULC Rating:
2A
Chemical:
Pressurized Water
Discharge Time:
55 seconds
Range:
45-55 ft
Product Group:
Device Protection and Alarms
Product Subgroup:
Fire Extinguishers and Accessories
Product Type:
Water Extinguisher
Product Details:
Water
Department:
Safety
Product Height:
24.5"
Product Width:
9"
Product Depth:
7"

Amerex PW 2 1/2 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can I use a 2.5 gallon water fire extinguisher on an electrical panel or a kitchen grease fire?
No. The Amerex PW pressurized water extinguisher is rated 2A only, which covers Class A ordinary combustibles: paper, wood, cardboard, fabric, trash. Water conducts electricity and will spread burning grease, so it must not be used on energized electrical equipment (Class C) or on flammable liquid and cooking fires (Class B or K). For those areas you need a dry chemical ABC unit or a wet chemical K unit instead. Put the water unit where the hazard is genuinely ordinary combustibles, like office paper storage, warehouse packaging, or classroom areas.
2) Should I put water extinguishers or ABC dry chemical in my office building?
It depends on what is in the room. A 2A water unit covers Class A combustibles only, and it cools and soaks so material does not re-ignite, with no powder to clean up afterward. That makes it a good fit for paper storage, corridors, classrooms and hotel guest areas. Anywhere you have electrical rooms, mechanical spaces, a kitchen, or stored flammable liquids, a multipurpose ABC dry chemical unit is the right choice because water cannot be used there. Many facilities run both: water in the occupied Class A areas, ABC at the equipment and utility rooms.
3) How long does a 2.5 gallon pressurized water extinguisher spray, and how far?
Discharge runs about 55 seconds with a stream reaching 45 to 55 feet. That is a long run time compared with a hand portable dry chemical unit, which is part of why water units suit untrained occupants: someone who hesitates or sweeps badly still has time to correct. Practically, the range means an operator can start work on a paper or trash fire from well back and close in as it knocks down.
4) Can a 2.5 gallon water extinguisher be refilled and recharged after use?
Yes. The Amerex PW is a stored pressure water unit with an anodized aluminum valve, built to be refilled with water and re-pressurized rather than thrown away, which is what makes it economical for facilities that use extinguishers in training. The anodized valve resists corrosion from repeated wet service. Any discharge, even a partial one, means the unit comes off the wall and goes for recharge.
5) Will a water extinguisher freeze in an unheated warehouse or parking garage?
The agent is plain water, so a standard pressurized water unit is not suitable for locations that drop below freezing. Loading docks, unheated storage, parking structures and exterior stairwells need either an antifreeze charged unit or a dry chemical extinguisher instead. Keep the 2.5 gallon water units inside the conditioned envelope.
6) How much floor area does one 2A water extinguisher cover for a Class A occupancy?
The unit carries a 2A rating, and under the standard travel distance rule for Class A hazards an occupant should never have to walk more than 75 feet to reach an extinguisher. That travel distance, not the rating alone, usually sets how many units you hang in a corridor. Space them so the 75 foot walk holds from every point in the protected area, and confirm the count with your local authority having jurisdiction for your occupancy type.
7) Does a pressurized water extinguisher leave residue on equipment or stock?
The agent is plain water under pressure, so there is no powder film to clean off shelving, computers or merchandise after a discharge. That is the main reason retail, education and healthcare buyers specify water over dry chemical in occupied Class A areas. The tradeoff is water damage and the fact that it cannot be used near energized equipment.
8) Is the Amerex 2.5 gallon water unit a good choice for fire extinguisher training?
It works well for it. The 55 second discharge gives a trainee far more time on the handle than a small dry chemical unit, the water is harmless to refill with on site, and the cylinder is built to be recharged repeatedly. Facilities that run annual hands on training for staff often keep a couple of water units for that purpose alongside their in service ABC extinguishers.
How fast can I get the Amerex PW 2 1/2 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Amerex PW 2 1/2 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Amerex PW 2 1/2 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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