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What is the maximum pressure rating for the District's cylinder?
What is the maximum pressure rating for the District's cylinder?
What is the minimum pressure required for the SCBA to be in service?
What is the minimum pressure required for the SCBA to be in service?
What is the weight of the District's cylinder?
What is the weight of the District's cylinder?
What is the diameter of the District's cylinder?
What is the diameter of the District's cylinder?
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How long is the rated service time for the District's cylinder?
How long is the rated service time for the District's cylinder?
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What material is the cylinder over-wrapped with?
What material is the cylinder over-wrapped with?
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Study Notes
Cylinder
- The District uses the low-profile Eclipse cylinder, which is visually distinguishable by its black color.
- The cylinder is constructed with a seamless aluminum liner, fully wound with high-strength carbon fiber filament impregnated with epoxy resin and a final over-wrap of fiberglass fibers, except for the thick neck area.
- The cylinder has a rating of 4500 PSI and a service time of 45 minutes.
- It weighs 13.5 lbs and has a diameter of 6.1 inches.
- The minimum pressure required for the SCBA to be in service is 4050 PSI.
Important Safety Guidelines
- Cylinders must be filled to the maximum working pressure; do not use cylinders that are not fully filled.
- Partially charged cylinders must not be stored.
Rapid Intervention Team/Universal Air Connection (RIT/UAC)
- The pressure reducer is equipped with a RIT/UAC fitting for emergency filling operations by rapid intervention teams.
- The SCBA features an automatically resetting pressure relief valve to vent excess pressure during emergency filling operations.
- The UAC is compatible with all SCBA manufacturers.
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Description
This quiz is about the District's low profile Eclipse cylinder, its features, and specifications. It includes information on its construction, weight, and service time.
