firefighting diving maritime & industrial
The Spirolite Full Composite Cylinders were the first full composite cylinders introduced to the fire fighting industry.
Spirolite has proved itself to be extremely safe and cost-effective.
PRODUCT INFO
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Spirolite Cylinders
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technical data
dimensions and weight
6.7 litre single cylinder (6.7l water vol.)
Outer diameter
160 mm
Total length
563 mm
Weight
4.7 kg
3.4 litre single cylinder (3.4l water vol.)
Outer diameter
112 mm
Total length
567 mm
Weight
2.45 kg
performance
Working pressure
300 bar
Test pressure
450 bar
Burst pressure
900 bar
Medium
Compressed Breathing Air
Lifetime
Non-Limited Life (NLL approval)
connections
Cylinder neck thread
M18x1.5 and M17x1.5
cylinder options
Cylinder pack 6.7l (2x6.7 litre)
Cylinder pack 3.4l (2x3.4 litre)
Twin cylinder configuration with T-piece
Optional reading pressure gauge
the qs system
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QS S Face Mask & BV
QS Spiromatic Face Mask & BV
QS Harness
QS Plug-in Regulator

SPIROLITE COMPOSITE CYLINDERS were the first full composite cylinders introduced on the market. Interspiros outstanding safety pedigree and innovative approach resulted in a cylinder with a high volume to weight ratio and a very long service life.

SPIROLITE does not only fulfil specifications, it exceeds them. It is a safe cylinder for extreme conditions and with a service life that gives you excellent return on your investment.

SPIROLITE are available as single cylinders, twin cylinder configuration with T-piece, and cylinder packs for mounting with a quick connect system. Cylinder packs and twin configuration have the added advantage of enhanced balance and a reduced profile. Cylinders are available in 3.4 and 6.7 litres.

NOTE! This page only covers Spirolite composite cylinders, steel cylinders are also available. Please contact us for more information.
advantages of spirolite cylinders
1
Extremely stable and safe design
    Very reliable operation  
2
Fatigue cycling of 200 000 cycles
    Non-Limited Life (NLL) approval
 
3
End fittings in stainless steel
    All materials are corrosion free  
4
All materials can be used under water
    A cylinder for diving and fire fighting  
5
More than 10 years of fire fighting experience
    The cylinders have stood the test of time
 
6
Excellent results from periodic inspections
    Excellent return on the investment
 
7
Visual surface inspection for structural integrity
    Easy to check for damage (only unpainted cylinders)
 
materials
The Spirolite cylinders consists of the following materials:
PART MATERIAL
Liner Thermoplastic
Filament Carbon fibres
Outer wrap
Glass fibres
Resin Epoxy
End fittings
Acid proof stainless steel
maintenance
Composite cylinders from Interspiro is an investment with a long service life, when properly maintained. To simplify service and to obtain maximum product performance we recommend using our service kits, containing original spare parts necessary for preventive maintenance.
Interspiro offers training courses for users who perform day-to-day service work, as well as training for service personnel performing full maintenance programmes.
standards
EN 12245:2002
approvals
Approvals for complete Interspiro Breathing Apparatus

AFS 1999:4
PED 97/23/EC

about the qs system
The modular design of the QS system allows you to select a facemask, breathing valve, regulator and harness based on your requirements. To the left you will find more information about the other parts of the QS system.
Do you want to know more about our FIREFIGHTING products? Details on how to reach us is found in the contact section you can also send an e-mail to info@interspiro.com.