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SCA Fire Extinguisher - 1kg, Plastic Or Metal Mounting Bracket $11.99 @ Supercheap Auto

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SCA Fire Extinguisher - 1kg, Plastic Or Metal Mounting Bracket $11.99 @ Supercheap Auto
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mikmac on 13/02/2019 - 14:43 supercheapauto.com.au (1157 clicks)
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The SCA 1kg Recreational Fire Extinguisher is an essential item when you are heading out on a holiday or enjoying the weekend. Designed to be used on boats and in caravans the Recreational Fire Extinguisher is light, has a squeeze grip handle, and a metal nozzle, all of which make it quick and easy to utilize in an emergency situation. The pressure gauge given an indication of how much pressure is present within the fire extinguisher and can also be used as a reference to when it should be recharged. Super Cheap Auto recommends having your fire extinguisher frequently checked and have included inspections and maintenance tags so you can keep track of your services. The SCA Fire Extinguisher should be packed every time you head out on a holiday. Weighing only 1kg it takes up a small amount room but can make a big difference in an emergency. 

Metal Bracket version

All of the fire safety products that Super Cheap Auto stock have gone through rigorous testing and have received the latest Australian Standards Approved Badge (AS/NZ 1841.5 No. 3119). 

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  • Javin on 13/02/2019 - 14:59

    What does Rechargeable means for this fire Extinguisher.I never used one..

    • bargaino on 13/02/2019 - 15:03
      +1

      It means bugger-all, since testing and refilling it will cost a lot more than 11.99.

      Weighing only 1kg it takes up

      Err… isn't 1kg the net weight of contents? How stupid is the writer?

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EBfxjSFAxQ

    • Spam Service on 13/02/2019 - 15:03

      If it's used or loses pressure, 'rechargable' just means 'refillable'. At this price that doesn't tend to happen though, it's cheaper to buy another one.

  • puffinfresh on 13/02/2019 - 15:14
    +9

    The SCA Fire Extinguisher should be packed every time you head out on a holiday.

    I'm sure airport security won't mind

    • plmko on 13/02/2019 - 15:43
      +1

      You take your car through the airport?

      • HighAndDry on 13/02/2019 - 17:13
        +11

        What? No that'd be crazy. Just my boat.

    • [Deactivated] on 13/02/2019 - 23:42
      +1

      fun fact - fire extinguishers when being transported are considered Dangerous Goods under WA laws and have to be transported in a way that complies with the DG laws. (when fitted to the vehicle they are not DG)

  • Hinee on 13/02/2019 - 15:17
    +7

    Bear in mind that these are $15 everyday price at Bunnings

    • hotwinter on 13/02/2019 - 16:35
      +1

      These were $41.99 originally. Has to be far superior, right? LoL…

      • Hinee on 13/02/2019 - 23:10

        The Bunnings one is actually rated higher

    • miicah on 14/02/2019 - 11:13

      Is that bracket rated for a car though?

      • stevtom27 on 15/02/2019 - 08:38

        Metal bracket version required for motorsports

    • Gaz1 on 14/02/2019 - 16:56

      Isn't that a special price to match the aldi offer?
      Mind you, it looks like the normal Bunnings price is only $19.90 anyway:
      https://pricehipster.com/product/B9TFoYE8oWI59VHCMSqMBQ~HJ1K…

      • Hinee on 14/02/2019 - 16:57

        I should've check PriceHipster - cheers Gaz m8.

  • Hazza on 13/02/2019 - 15:23
    +7

    Beware only 1 year warranty according to reviews vs the ALDI and Bunnings 5 year warranty model for $15.

    • Wilburre on 13/02/2019 - 16:00

      does the warranty pertain to it losing pressure without usage? if not why worry about it?

      • INFIDEL on 13/02/2019 - 16:08
        +4

        When would we claim under Warranty?
        - If it doesn't work in a fire 🚒
        - If pressure drops below range on gauge

        Had this SCA extinguisher at home for over 5 years without use.
        Pressure still shows on high side of healthy range (hasn't shown a drop in pressure in 5+ years).

        • banana365 on 14/02/2019 - 12:23
          +3

          In those 5 years have you picked it up occasionally and given it a shake? The dry powder has a tendency to settle at the bottom and can stick together. If you pick them up, rest them on your shoulder and rock them back and forth you should just hear the powder moving at first. Give it a good old shake if you don't.

          If it's all clumped at the bottom and you use it on a fire, all you're likely to get is a puff of compressed gas and a tiny bit of powder.

          • INFIDEL on 14/02/2019 - 18:14
            +1

            @banana365: Took it out of the metal bracket to check it. Walked around with it, shook it, told it bed time stories. It's a happy extinguisher now😀

          • ak47wong on 15/02/2019 - 12:23
            +1

            @banana365: And a lot of swearing.

      • Hazza on 13/02/2019 - 16:23
        +2

        I would hope so. It shouldn't be losing pressure by itself under warranty, otherwise its useless. Reviews state some have randomly lost pressure just out of warranty and indication is SC said would have been replaced but not outside warranty. Either way I would ask why the manufacturer only has faith in a 1 year warranty vs 5 from the others. I know which I would have more faith in.

        • Wilburre on 13/02/2019 - 16:33
          +1

          often with warranties its just a number - the sca one is probably capable of lasting 5 years but i do agree there is comfort in the longer warranty. I just wanted to clarify that pressure loss if unused is covered otherwise the warranty is kind of useless - there isn't much else on a fire extinguisher that can break.

          • Hazza on 13/02/2019 - 16:48
            +1

            @Wilburre: Yeah spot on, the seal is probably the only thing warranty could be for but I can't confirm. No doubt the SCA one can last 5 years, warranty is generally there for those unlucky ones where it doesn't. It also sometimes (not always) infers either a higher quality item or a higher quality assurance process. I was surprised to read the SCA one was only a 12 month warranty, although it doesn't state on the web page so can't confirm that either but you would think if it was 5 years they would take the opportunity to advertise it. Four years is a big difference if its true.

  • twosixfiveoh on 13/02/2019 - 16:05
    +2

    The alternative and cheap solution is to buy two 99-cent pails and fill it with sand. Granted you can't mount it. But could function as emergency sand-box item if kid gets cranky.

    • CountDuckula on 13/02/2019 - 17:40
      +2

      That is the first time I've ever heard an Australian call a bucket a pail.

      • m9 on 13/02/2019 - 17:57
        +2

        Hi, I'd like a pail of fried chicken please.

      • wilburt on 13/02/2019 - 19:15

        Jack and Jill would like to have a word with you. And that word is…

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 13/02/2019 - 16:09

    can u leave this in the car in case of a crash or emergency?

    • Hinee on 13/02/2019 - 16:34
      +1

      30 seconds googling says yes no worries.

    • Wilburre on 13/02/2019 - 16:37
      +3

      if you keep it in the car you should only use the metal bracket one and you should either bolt it down (most recommended) or keep it in the spare wheel well where it cannot "escape" in a crash situation. An extinguisher is just a 1kg metal projectile if not mounted or stored where it can't move. i don't think there is any issue with it heat cycling in a car if it is all metal construction.

  • SteveAndBelle on 13/02/2019 - 17:18

    Love these cheapie extinguishers! Great to have ready to go in the workshop… especially when playing around with vintage electronics as I do :) Got one for $6.99 with $5 loyalty credit. Cheers OP!

    • alvian on 13/02/2019 - 17:50

      Have you ever needed to use a fire extinguisher on the vintage gears?

      • SteveAndBelle on 13/02/2019 - 18:53
        +1

        Luckily not yet. I have had a couple of things go 'bang' and fill the workshop with smoke and another couple of things actually catch fire but only very small flames and easily extinguished by cutting power and blowing on them. An extinguisher would make a horrible mess but its just so nice to have on hand in case anything gets a bit too far out of control.

        • Hinee on 13/02/2019 - 21:21
          +1

          Am keen to be updated if it gets used

  • UFO on 13/02/2019 - 17:21

    I'd prefer the 5yr warranty one from Bunnings for $15 (both are powder versions).
    https://www.bunnings.com.au/fire-sentry-1kg-fire-extinguishe…

    1yr warranty doesn't exactly scream quality or standing by your product, so not entirely sure this is bargain.

    • Ronney on 13/02/2019 - 20:50

      Bunnings one is rated
      2A:10B:E

      This one is rated
      1A:20B:E

      • Spending2Much on 13/02/2019 - 21:09
        +1

        Which means?

        • Realtightarse on 13/02/2019 - 22:17
          +1

          Here is some info i got off the net. You may still be scratching your head after you read it. LOL

          If you’re buying a fire extinguisher for your house, look for one with an A, B or C rating. There are also D- and K-rated fire extinguishers, but they’re intended for restaurants and businesses.

          A-rated fire extinguishers put out fires fueled by wood, paper or cloth. B-rated extinguishers fight fires fueled by liquids including oil or gasoline, usually found in kitchens and garages. C-rated fire extinguishers put out electrical fires that could start in an electrical outlet or electric stove, Chase says.

          A- and B- rated fire extinguishers also use numbers to show how large a fire they can fight. A higher number means the extinguisher can battle a bigger blaze.

          A fire extinguisher with a 1A rating is equivalent to 1.25 gallons of water. A 2A rating equals 2.5 gallons of water and a 4A rating equals 5 gallons of water.

          B-rated fire extinguishers are numbered in 10s. An extinguisher with a 10B rating can cover roughly 10 square feet, an extinguisher with a 20B rating can cover 20 square feet and so on.

          An A-rated fire extinguisher needs at least a 2A rating to be effective, and a B-type extinguisher needs at least a 10-B rating.
          What does 2a10bc mean?
          A fire extinguisher that is rated 2A:10 BC means it has a fire fighting capacity equivalent to: 2.5 Gallons of Water and 10 Square Feet for a BC

          What are the 5 different classes of fire?
          Classes of fire
          Class A - fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper or textiles.
          Class B - fires involving flammable liquids such as petrol, diesel or oils.
          Class C - fires involving gases.
          Class D - fires involving metals.
          Class E - fires involving live electrical apparatus. (

          • Hinee on 13/02/2019 - 23:10

            @Realtightarse: It's simple - they're both for wood as they're 1A/2A rated, but the Bunnings at 2A output equals 2.5 gallons of water vs 1A 1.25 gallons. Though bunnings at 10B only covers 10 feet vs 20B at 20ft.

            You'll get twice the spray at half the distance from the cheaper Bunnings version

          • UFO on 13/02/2019 - 23:41

            @Realtightarse: …. plus

            Class F - fires involving cooking fats/oils. Best put out with Class F (wet chemical fire extinguishers), and/or a fire blanket.

            DO NOT use dry powder fire extinguishers in a cooking fats kitchen fire!!

            The best jack of all trades fire extinguisher is a dry powder "E" type fire extinguisher.
            It won't put out a combustible materials fire (Class A) as well as a water extinguisher, but it can.

  • k-rokfm on 13/02/2019 - 17:49

    Re: warranty, yes it may indicate product quality but for something like this it’s likely the product will outlast the warranty considerably. But just as a question - how many people would actually keep the receipt for an item like this for $15???

    Oh who am I kidding, I am on ozbargain!!

    • m9 on 13/02/2019 - 17:59
      +4

      Just tape it to the extinguisher.

    • Hazza on 13/02/2019 - 18:07
      +1

      Yes agree, although there are two reviews out of the 20 odd where it lost pressure within 2 years, that's why I highlighted it. So IMO $3 more over 5 years for the extra insurance of it a) being under warranty if it fails early and b) more importantly being usable in an emergency, is probably worth it. I find Bunnings (and other) receipts fade after 2 or so years, so for this and in case its lost, its worth taking a photo of them on your phone.

  • MountFranklin on 13/02/2019 - 17:59
    -1

    $3 more to go with Bunnings for 2more years warranty is a no brainer

    • OzBragain on 13/02/2019 - 18:29
      +5

      Bunnings for 2more years warranty

      5-1≠2

      • MountFranklin on 13/02/2019 - 19:36

        Whoops I assumed Bunnings was three years for some reason

  • Gomo on 13/02/2019 - 18:09
    +1

    Match this with the $10 credit for existing members and $1.99!

  • Pantagonist on 13/02/2019 - 19:21

    Am I the only one who reads "Recreational Fire Extinguisher" and thinks it should be used for anything but putting out a fire?

    • freefall101 on 13/02/2019 - 19:27
      +1

      Also says "on a holiday or enjoying the weekend", so presumably its primary purpose is a sex toy.

      • Pantagonist on 13/02/2019 - 19:33
        +3

        My brain thought "rocket-powered office chair", but whatever floats your boat.

  • [Deactivated] on 13/02/2019 - 19:28
    +2

    How many needed for:
    - office desk chair propulsion
    - full jet pack vertical

    • dadam on 13/02/2019 - 21:17
      +1

      Surely you mean as a minimum? I can't imagine there being a case where you could have too many desk chair propulsion fire extinguishers.
      Now looking for bargain office chairs and duct tape…

  • furyou on 13/02/2019 - 21:07

    Nice. Got a $5 from aldi b4

  • figarow on 14/02/2019 - 02:18

    Nice deal got the metal bracket

  • Pr0x1mity on 14/02/2019 - 16:04

    Bought 5 for my car club. Will take them to track days for any guys who have forgotten/have out of date.

  • SJDR on 14/02/2019 - 19:05

    Just be aware that 1kg is not really enough for a car fire.

    You might get lucky if it's a very small electrical fire but not big enough otherwise.
    Look for 2kg.

  • endotherm on 15/02/2019 - 11:05

    Looks like it's back to $23.99.

  • team teri on 15/02/2019 - 12:05
    +1

    I was so lucky yesterday, walked into my local SCA, it scanned at $42.99. I pulled up the website, they said: different (runout) model. I decided to either order online or get the Aldi one instead.

    Walked to the car, a guy comes up says: I heard you're after a fire extinguisher? I've got heaps of them to spare. Opens the back of his ute, pulls one out, gives it to me and drives off. Wow! Thank you friendly stranger!

    Guess that's the result of the high cost to get these things inspected, a business that needs an up to date certified one is better off buying a new one instead and disposing of the old one…

    • alvian on 17/02/2019 - 09:55

      Literally off the back of his ute. Hot stuff?

  • Spending2Much on 15/02/2019 - 14:57

    Yep. Went to spend my $10 credit and they only have the new version which are more expensive.

    Now I can't find anything to spend the $10 on

    • endotherm on 15/02/2019 - 15:33

      What does the new version do? What's the difference?

      • Spending2Much on 18/02/2019 - 07:54

        Nothing….as far as I can tell.
        The old stock was priced to clear to make way for the new stock.
        The 1kg version are shorter and fatter then the skinny type they used to have, they only had stock of new, so couldn't compare the 2kg one.

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