Carbontetrachloride Refill Container

Catalogue No
HFHS_EXT_000003
Accession No
2026,32.1
Title / name
Carbontetrachloride Refill Container
Category
Fire Suppression
Subcategory
Extinguishers
Maker / Manufacturer
M.L. Snyder & Son
Provenance / History
Private Collection
Condition
Good
Acquisition Info
Christian Ruel Collection
Location
Station 2
Photo(s)
Keywords / Tags
carbontetrachloride extinguisher

Catalogue Number: HFHS_EXT_000003

  • Item Type: Collectible vintage industrial safety equipment.
  • Capacity: It holds 1 U.S. Gallon.
  • Manufacturer: M.L. Snyder & Son, a company historically known for safety and rubber products.
  • Usage: Specifically designed for refilling and recharging old-style carbon tetrachloride fire extinguishers, which are no longer recommended for use due to the significant health and toxicity risks associated with the chemical.
  • Historical Note: Due to the toxicity of carbon tetrachloride, this item should be treated strictly as a decorative collectible and never used for its original purpose.

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