Dry Powder or Water-Based Fire Extinguisher for Cars

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Both water-based and dry powder fire extinguishers can be used for vehicles, depending on the owner's needs, as each has its pros and cons. Advantages of dry powder extinguishers: fast and effective fire suppression, affordable price, high cost-performance ratio, and wide applicability; disadvantage: produces significant dust. Advantages of water-based extinguishers: dust-free, prevents suffocation, effective fire suppression, non-toxic and environmentally friendly, compact and lightweight, with relatively longer discharge time; disadvantage: relatively higher price. Below are recommendations for storing vehicle fire extinguishers: 1. Keep within easy reach: It is advisable to place the extinguisher within easy reach, with a portable aerosol extinguisher in the cabin for emergency use. 2. Secure placement in the trunk: Traditional dry powder and carbon dioxide extinguishers are relatively large, and there is a risk of explosion due to vehicle vibration during high-temperature driving. 3. Horizontal or vertical placement: Dry powder extinguishers can be placed either way. However, carbon dioxide and water-based extinguishers must remain upright as they are stored-pressure types, while aerosol extinguishers do not pose such concerns.