Halon 1211 was the choice extinguishing agent in marine engine rooms and
has since been banned. FE-241 (for unoccupied areas) or FM-200 (less toxic)
is a comparable replacement. I believe these types are referred to as
Halotron I extinguishers. HTH.
Scott
SV Alpine
twojohnsons@cox.net wrote:
> My extinguisher was Halon (no white crusty residue) and despite my
> inappropriate mounting, proved to be handy & did save me from an engine
> fire.
> But after discharging it, I couldn't get it refilled because Halon is
> now found to be dangerous.
> So what is currently being used? Is the crusty crap back in style?
> Al J.
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