Fire safety

CO2 Fire Extinguishers in Kenya

Carbon dioxide extinguishers for electrical and flammable liquid fires, from KSh 4,000 to KSh 7,000. No powder, no water, no mess. Same-day delivery in Nairobi.

Electrical fires and Class B flammable liquids
Leaves no residue on your equipment
Free staff fire training when you buy fire equipment

What is a CO2 fire extinguisher used for?

A carbon dioxide extinguisher puts out fires in electrical equipment and in flammable liquids such as petrol, paint and solvents. The gas does not conduct electricity and leaves no residue, so it is the usual choice for offices, server rooms, laboratories, workshops and generator rooms.

CO2 extinguishers for sale

CO2 Fire Extinguisher Prices in Kenya

Today's prices in Kenya shillings, read from our shop so they match the product pages. A struck-through price is the old price.

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2 Kg Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Extinguisher ~~KSh 4,500~~KSh 4,000 -11%

2kg C02 fire extinguishers ~~KSh 4,500~~KSh 4,000 -3%

5 Kg Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire extinguisher ~~KSh 7,200~~KSh 7,000 -9%

Fire Extinguishers in Kenya ~~KSh 7,500~~KSh 6,800

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Where it belongs

Where to Keep a CO2 Fire Extinguisher

Put it beside the equipment that could start the fire, close to the exit.

Server rooms and data centres

CO2 leaves no powder or water behind, so computers and network gear are not ruined by the cure.

Offices and electrical rooms

Next to switchboards, distribution boards and the printing and IT corner of an office.

Workshops and factories

Beside machines, control panels and areas where oils, paints and solvents are used.

Generators and engine rooms

Fuel and electrical fires meet here. CO2 handles both.

Laboratories and clinics

Clean discharge near equipment and flammable liquids, with nothing to wipe up.

Vehicles and fuel stores

Small fuel and engine fires, kept close to hand in a company vehicle or a store.

Choose the right type

CO2, Dry Powder, Water and Foam Compared

No single extinguisher is right for every fire. Most workplaces keep more than one type.

Fire extinguisher types compared
Type	Best on	Avoid on	Leaves behind
Carbon dioxide (CO2)	Electrical equipment and flammable liquids (Class B)	Cooking oil and fat fires; fires in ordinary materials once they have taken hold	None
Dry powder (ABC)	Ordinary materials, flammable liquids and gases, and electrical equipment	Server rooms and sensitive electronics	Fine powder that is hard to clean
Water	Wood, paper, cloth and other ordinary materials (Class A)	Electrical equipment and flammable liquids	Water
Foam	Flammable liquids and ordinary materials	Live electrical equipment	Foam

General guidance. Check the label on your extinguisher for the fire classes it is rated for.

Know it before you need it

How to Use a CO2 Fire Extinguisher

1
Pull the pin
Break the tamper seal and pull out the safety pin.
2
Aim the horn at the base
Point the horn at the base of the flames, from a safe distance. Hold the plastic handle, never the metal horn.
3
Squeeze the lever
Press the lever to release the gas. CO2 is cold and the discharge is short, so keep your aim steady.
4
Sweep side to side
Move the horn across the base of the fire until it is out, then back away and check for reignition.

Raise the alarm and leave the building if the fire is bigger than you can handle, or if you do not feel safe. Our free fire training for your staff covers this in practice.

Keep it ready

Looking After a CO2 Extinguisher

Weigh it, do not look for a gauge

A CO2 extinguisher has no pressure gauge. Its weight shows whether it is still full, so it is checked by weighing.

Service it every year

Have it inspected and weighed at least once a year, and after any use, even a short burst.

Mount it where people can reach it

Keep it near the exit and near the equipment it protects, clear of boxes and stock, with a sign above it.

Take care in small rooms

CO2 pushes air out of a small closed room. Ventilate the room after use and do not stay in it.

Refilling

Fire Extinguisher Refilling Prices in Kenya

Refill before your extinguishers expire. These prices are for water and dry powder extinguishers. For a CO2 extinguisher, ask us whether it can be refilled and the price.

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1 Kg Dry powder Fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 800~~KSh 500 -20%

2 Kg Dry Powder Fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 1,000~~KSh 800 -40%

4 Kg Dry Powder Fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 2,000~~KSh 1,200 -9%

9 Kg Dry powder Fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 2,200~~KSh 2,000 -29%

5kg Co2 fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 3,500~~KSh 2,500 -40%

6 Kg Dry powder Fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 3,000~~KSh 1,800 -25%

2kg Co2 fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 2,000~~KSh 1,500 -25%

Water fire extinguisher refilling price ~~KSh 2,000~~KSh 1,500

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Bulk and corporate orders

Equipping a Building or a Fleet?

Tell us how many extinguishers and where they go. We quote a price per unit, deliver to every branch and train your staff to use them.

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Discounts on larger orders
LPOs, M-Pesa, bank transfer and card accepted
Same-day Nairobi delivery before 2 PM
Free staff fire training when you buy fire equipment

CO2 Fire Extinguisher Questions

How much is a CO2 fire extinguisher in Kenya?

CO2 fire extinguishers at Safety Hub currently cost from KSh 4,000 to KSh 7,000, depending on size. The 2 kg size costs the least and the 5 kg size costs more because it holds more gas. The price list on this page is read from our shop, so it shows today's prices.

What is a CO2 fire extinguisher used for?

A carbon dioxide extinguisher puts out fires in electrical equipment and in flammable liquids such as petrol, paint and solvents (Class B). The gas is not conductive and leaves no residue, so it suits offices, server rooms, laboratories, workshops and generator rooms.

Can I use a CO2 extinguisher on an electrical fire?

Yes. CO2 does not conduct electricity, so it is a standard choice for fires in electrical equipment. If it is safe to do so, switch off the power as well, and keep the gas moving across the base of the fire. Stay a safe distance away from live equipment.

Is a CO2 extinguisher good for fires in wood, paper or cloth?

Not on its own. CO2 works by displacing oxygen and cooling, and a fire in ordinary materials can reignite once the gas clears. Use water, foam or a dry powder extinguisher for those fires, and keep CO2 beside your electrical equipment.

Why does a CO2 extinguisher have no pressure gauge?

The gas is stored as a liquid under high pressure, so a gauge would not show how much is left. It is checked by weighing the cylinder and comparing it with the weight marked on it.

Why is the horn of a CO2 extinguisher dangerous to hold?

The gas turns very cold as it leaves the horn. Touching the horn during or just after use can cause cold burns, so hold the extinguisher only by the handle.

Is it safe to use a CO2 extinguisher in a small room?

Use it with care. CO2 displaces air, and in a small closed room it can leave too little oxygen to breathe comfortably. Discharge it, step out, ventilate the room and do not go back in until it has cleared.

Do you refill CO2 fire extinguishers?

Refill prices for water and dry powder extinguishers are listed on this page. For a CO2 extinguisher, ask us whether it can be refilled and the price. Call +254 111 056 220 or WhatsApp +254 727 855 896.

Do you give discounts on bulk orders and accept LPOs?

Yes. We give discounts on larger orders to businesses, schools, institutions, government agencies and NGOs. We accept LPOs, M-Pesa, bank transfer and card. Request a quote on this page or WhatsApp +254 727 855 896.

How fast can I get a CO2 fire extinguisher delivered?

Orders placed before 2:00 PM on weekdays are delivered the same day in Nairobi. Elsewhere in Kenya it takes 24 to 48 hours by courier. We also deliver to Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

Where can I buy a CO2 fire extinguisher in Nairobi?

Order online, or visit us at Kenneth Matiba Road, Junction Trade Centre, 7th Floor, Nairobi. We are open Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM–5:00 PM · Closed Sundays & public holidays. Call +254 111 056 220 before you come.

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