The Kidde KD57-5BC Basic Home Fire Extinguisher is a compact, lightweight aluminum BC-rated extinguisher designed for combating flammable liquid and electrical equipment fires. With a 5-B:C UL rating, it is suitable for small spaces. U.S. Coast Guard approved when used with the included strap bracket, making it ideal for boats and personal watercraft as well. The 12-year service-free design requires no internal examination for the life of the product.
What fires can the KD57-5BC put out?
The KD57-5BC is rated 5-B:C for Class B fires (flammable liquids like gasoline and grease) and Class C fires (energized electrical equipment). It is not rated for Class A fires (wood, paper, textiles).
Is the KD57-5BC Coast Guard approved?
Yes. When used with the included UL-approved strap bracket, it meets U.S. Coast Guard 5-B compliance requirements for boats and watercraft.
Does this extinguisher need to be serviced?
No internal examination is required. Kidde 12-year service-free design per NFPA 10 for single-use extinguishers. Annual external inspections are still required.
Is the KD57-5BC rechargeable?
No. It is a single-use disposable unit. Replace after any discharge.
# Kidde Basic Home Fire Extinguisher, 5-B:C **Model:** `KD57-5BC` **Brand:** Kidde **Category:** Fire Extinguisher Abc > The Kidde KD57-5BC Basic Home Fire Extinguisher is a compact, lightweight aluminum BC-rated extinguisher designed for combating flammable liquid and electrical equipment fires. With a 5-B:C UL rating, it is suitable for small spaces. U.S. Coast Guard approved when used with the included strap bracket, making it ideal for boats and personal watercraft as well. The 12-year service-free design requires no internal examination for the life of the product. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | Fire Extinguisher | | Fire Class | B, C | | Agent Type | BC Dry Chemical | | Agent Weight Lbs | 1 | | Ul Rating | 5-B:C | | Discharge Time Sec | 8 | | Discharge Range Ft | 6-8 | | Rechargeable | No | | Pressure Gauge | Yes | | Mounting Bracket Included | Yes | | Coast Guard Approved | Yes | | Warranty Years | 12 | | Service Free Years | 12 | | Construction | aluminum | ## What's Included - extinguisher - strap mounting bracket - instruction label Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/kidde/fire-extinguisher-abc/kd57-5bc-kidde-basic-home-5bc-fire-extinguisher/