The 5kg CO2 extinguisher is best suited for premises with a higher risk of large fires involving live electrical equipment or flamable liquid fires. Unlike the swivel horn of the 2kg, the 5kg horn is on the end of a hose for easy use. Whilst a 5kg carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is great for large electrical items, do not try to use on Class A (paper, wood, cloth, etc) fires. They require factory refilling and testing or service-exchange (see NOTE).
Suitable for factories, machinery, garage workshops, plant rooms, motor rooms,
Types of fire include Class B (flamable liquids and fires involving live electrical equipment
Anticipated lifespan with indoor use and maintenance - over 10 years
NOTE - when a refill or test is due, at Fire Protection Online prices, it is cheaper to buy a new one