Products Description
Foam pourer and a foam chamber are both pieces of fixed firefighting equipment used in protecting fuel storage tanks and similar hazards. They are similar in purpose-delivering finished firefighting foam onto flammable liquid surfaces-but differ in design and application
Function: Applies expanded foam gently onto the surface of flammable liquid in open-top or floating-roof tanks.
Design: Usually a simple device mounted on the tank's shell; foam enters, expands, and pours through a deflector plate.
Application: Used where gentle foam application is needed to avoid fuel agitation.
Common in cone-roof tanks and fixed-roof tanks with open vents.
Operation: Foam solution enters the pourer, expands into foam, and cascades down the tank wall onto the burning surface.
Products Parameters
|
Model Number |
Type |
Flow Rate |
Inlet Size |
Outlet Size |
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PCL4 |
Low Expansion,vertical |
240LPM |
50mm(2'') |
80mm (3'') |
|
PCL8 |
Low Expansion,vertical |
480LPM |
65mm(2.5'') |
100mm(4'') |
|
PCL16 |
Low Expansion,vertical |
960LPM |
80mm (3'') |
150mm(6'') |
|
PCL24 |
Low Expansion,vertical |
1440LPM |
100mm (4'') |
200mm (8'') |
FAQ
Q: What is a foam pourer chamber?
A foam pourer chamber is a device used in foam fire suppression systems to introduce and distribute firefighting foam gently onto the surface of flammable liquids, particularly in fixed roof tanks with a floating roof or dike-protected areas. It helps prevent agitation and maximizes foam effectiveness.
Q: Where is a foam pourer chamber typically used?
It is commonly used in petroleum storage tanks, chemical facilities, refineries, and other industrial applications where flammable or combustible liquids are stored.
Q: How does a foam pourer chamber work?
Foam solution is delivered through the chamber, where it flows over an internal deflector and exits the pourer nozzle. This method spreads foam in a uniform layer over the liquid surface, minimizing turbulence and maximizing vapor suppression.
Q: What types of foam concentrates are compatible?
Foam pourer chambers are compatible with most foam concentrates, including AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam), AR-AFFF (Alcohol-Resistant AFFF), and protein-based foams. Always verify compatibility with the manufacturer.
Q: What materials are foam pourer chambers made from?
Common materials include stainless steel, carbon steel (with corrosion-resistant coatings), or bronze, depending on the application and the chemicals present.