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What is estimate life expectancy of a clean agent system before complete replacement?
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Pete H
6/25/2025 06:14:44 am
According to NFPA 2001, it's to be inspected every five years or more frequently if required. Hoses should be tested or replaced along the same schedule. But at least by 2015 edition, as far as I know, no set date of lifespan was given by code.
Chad
6/25/2025 08:15:16 am
They will last as long as it’s maintained properly. I’ve seen 40+ year old systems….. as long as they don’t need replacement parts that are no longer made
Dan Wilder
6/25/2025 08:49:45 am
I like Chad's comment about replacement parts. I would also add the price and availability of the agent in use should be a factor. It is a conversation we have had with clients about setting aside budgetary allotments for changes when the replacements costs start nearing the same pricing as an alternate agent replacement.
Chad
6/25/2025 09:17:01 am
Exactly! And I get a kick out of companies charging for recovering a big tank of Halon and resell it for hundreds/lb. Quite a racket, collect on both ends.
franck
6/25/2025 09:56:10 am
No life expectancy for the gas itself (it is inert, what could happen ?), but as indicated above, regular maintenance is required, in particular for cylinders as this is a pressurized container. Leave a Reply. |
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