Description
Full Protection, Smaller Footprint
A slim 4.5kg fire extinguisher Perth is the standard choice for most workplaces, but a standard cylinder doesn’t always suit the space. In narrow hallways, tight plant rooms, shopfronts, vehicle cabins and modern office fit-outs, a bulky extinguisher can become a trip hazard, get knocked off its bracket or simply look out of place.
The slim 4.5kg fire extinguisher Perth solves that. It carries the same type and quantity of multi-purpose ABE powder in a narrower, taller cylinder, so it sits neatly against walls and fits into spaces where every centimetre counts.
Fire Classes Covered
- Class A – paper, wood, cardboard, textiles and plastics
- Class B – flammable and combustible liquids such as fuels, oils, solvents and paints
- Class E – live electrical equipment, including switchboards, computers and machinery
Not suitable for: Class F cooking oil and fat fires. Use a wet chemical extinguisher in kitchens with fryers, and consider a CO2 extinguisher around sensitive electronics to avoid powder residue.
Where the Slim Model Makes Sense
- Narrow corridors, stairwells and exit paths
- Office fit-outs, reception areas and shopfronts
- Fire extinguisher cabinets and recessed wall niches
- Plant rooms, comms rooms and service cupboards
- Trucks, buses, mobile plant and service vehicles
- Site offices, transportables and dongas
- Strata buildings, apartments and common areas
Slim vs Regular 4.5kg: What’s the Difference?
| 4.5kg Slim | 4.5kg Regular | |
|---|---|---|
| Agent | ABE dry chemical powder | ABE dry chemical powder |
| Capacity | 4.5kg | 4.5kg |
| Profile | Narrower, taller cylinder | Standard cylinder |
| Best for | Tight spaces, cabinets, vehicles, fit-outs | General workplace wall mounting |
Both models protect against the same fire classes. Choose the slim version when space, clearance or appearance matters.
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Agent type | ABE Dry Chemical Powder |
| Agent capacity | 4.5kg |
| Model | Slim (space-saving cylinder) |
| Fire classes | A, B, E |
| Fire rating | [insert rating from cylinder label] |
| Standard | AS/NZS 1841.5 |
| Dimensions (H x W) | [insert from supplier] |
| Total mass (approx.) | [insert from supplier] |
| Included | Wall bracket, maintenance tag |
How to Use: P.A.S.S.
- Pull the safety pin
- Aim at the base of the fire
- Squeeze the handle
- Sweep side to side across the fire
Keep a clear exit behind you and call 000 if the fire isn’t quickly brought under control.
Installation and Servicing in Perth
Extinguishers in tight spaces are easy to overlook, but they still need regular checks. Under AS 1851, portable extinguishers should be inspected every six months, with a pressure test and refill every five years. NeonSafety supplies, installs and services fire equipment across Perth, and can recommend compliant mounting heights and locations for slim units in your building.
Why Choose NeonSafety?
- Perth-based fire safety and test & tag specialists
- Equipment certified to Australian Standards
- Practical advice on fitting fire equipment into real-world spaces
- Supply, installation, servicing and test & tag from one provider
Order your 4.5kg ABE Slim Fire Extinguisher today, or contact NeonSafety for help choosing the right extinguishers for your Perth premises.
