Surface-mounted outdoors plastic cabinet for 20 lbs extinguishers.

Surface-mounted plastic cabinet for 20 lbs fire extinguishers - pre-scored glass, outdoor use

The EC10 cabinet by Sylprotec is a surface-mounted red moulded plastic cabinet for 20 lbs portable fire extinguishers. Designed for demanding outdoor and industrial environments, it resists water, UV rays, weather and corrosion. Extinguisher not included. Manufacturer code: 10520.

This large-format cabinet features a breakable pre-scored glass panel for rapid access without glass shards, a weather-protected cylindrical lock and an included brass hammer. Interior dimensions: height 26 in x width 9 in x depth 8 in. Exterior dimensions: height 28 in x width 11 in x depth 9 in. Technical data sheet available in PDF format, attached at the bottom of the page (English only).

Benefits

Large format for 20 lbs extinguishers

The EC10 is the largest surface-mounted plastic cabinet in the Sylprotec line for portable fire extinguishers. Its generous interior dimensions (height 26 in x width 9 in x depth 8 in) comfortably accommodate 20 lbs ABC dry chemical powder extinguishers and similar formats. This large format is required in industrial zones, warehouses and high-risk spaces where a higher-capacity extinguisher is mandated by fire prevention codes.

Compared to the EC9 model for 10 lbs extinguishers, the EC10 offers the same level of outdoor protection in a larger housing, with the same features: pre-scored glass, protected lock and included hammer.

Pre-scored glass and included hammer

The pre-scored front glass panel breaks in a controlled manner without projecting dangerous shards. A single strike with the included brass hammer provides immediate access to the extinguisher in an emergency. This design is essential in industrial zones and high-traffic areas where speed of access and responder safety are critical.

UV and corrosion-resistant plastic

The EC10's red moulded plastic resists freeze-thaw cycles, humidity, UV rays and common chemicals. It does not rust, does not chip and maintains its bright red color over time for easy visual identification. For environments where mechanical impact resistance takes priority over corrosion resistance, the EC12 galvanized steel model for 20 lbs extinguishers is an alternative worth considering.

Fields of Application

The EC10 cabinet is suited to outdoor environments requiring protection for 20 lbs extinguishers. It is particularly adapted to industrial warehouses and storage areas, loading docks and transfer platforms, heavy mechanical shops and industrial garages, construction sites and extraction sites, outdoor parking areas and transportation zones, as well as port and marine installations exposed to salt air.

In these environments, surface mounting simplifies installation without masonry work, and the weather resistance of the plastic ensures long-term durability without special maintenance.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the EC10 (plastic) and EC12 (steel) for 20 lbs extinguishers?

The EC10 plastic cabinet is lighter and corrosion-resistant, ideal for humid, saline and heavily UV-exposed zones. The EC12 in 16-gauge galvanized steel offers better resistance to mechanical impacts and suits industrial environments where physical impact or vandalism risk is high. Both are designed for outdoor surface mounting.

Is this cabinet compatible with all 20 lbs extinguishers?

Interior dimensions are height 26 in x width 9 in x depth 8 in. It is recommended to verify the exact extinguisher dimensions before installation. For standard 20 lbs powder extinguishers, this cabinet provides a comfortable fit.

Can this cabinet be used indoors?

Yes. Despite its outdoor design, the EC10 can be used in humid or corrosive indoor environments such as industrial workshops, wash bays or refrigerated warehouses, where its corrosion resistance is an advantage.

Complementary Suggestions for Outdoor Fire Safety

Looking for complementary fire safety equipment to go with this outdoor 20 lbs cabinet; also see the surface plastic 5 lbs cabinet (EC8), the surface plastic 10 lbs cabinet (EC9), the surface steel 20 lbs cabinet (EC12), the surface steel 30 lbs cabinet (EC13), the semi-recessed 20 lbs cabinet (EC7), the painted semi-recessed 10 lbs cabinet (EC6), the recessed fire hose cabinet (BC100) and the surface fire hose cabinet (BC101).

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Looking for more outdoor fire protection equipment, see the plastic outdoor 10 lbs cabinet (EC9), the steel outdoor 20 lbs cabinet (EC12) and the steel outdoor 30 lbs cabinet (EC13).

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