An often debated topic within the engine company discipline is which is better, the 7/8" or 15/16" size smooth bore? Both are good The XD Smooth Bores have features that you are not going to find anywhere else! In this episode Chris Martin reviews the
PREDETERMINED PUMP PRESSURES Test flowing a 250 gpm @ 50 psi nozzle. We were getting roughly 270 gpm and put a small kink behind the nozzle to simulate a
Nozzles 101: Smooth-bore vs. combination/fog nozzle smooth-bore nozzles - flow rate & reaction force
The smooth bore is the oldest nozzle still in use in the fire service. This training video provides a general overview of the nozzle as Brass Garden Hose Threaded smooth bore nozzle with satin finish is a straight stream only with no shut-off. -Material - Brass -Size
The purpose of high-pressure smooth bore tip operations used in conjunction with a master stream is to provide the required gpm to extinguish Test flowing a smooth bore combination nozzle 🚨 Raging Garage Fire - What's the Best Nozzle to Use? #firefighting #firefighter
"When testing flows with a TFT Automatic Firefighting Nozzle, how do I measure the GPM discharged from the nozzle?" "What is An industry first. A game changer. A firefighter's best tool for low-pressure, high-performance firefighting. - HEN HYDRO FORCE:
Attic fires present unique challenges, requiring efficient water application with maximum coverage. In this demonstration, the HEN NR = 0.0505 x Q x √NP (Fog Nozzle). GPM = 29.7 x D² x √NP (Smooth Bore Nozzle). Gallons per minute = 29.7 x (diameter)² x √ nozzle pressure.
Firefighters! What's an underrated tip about hydraulic ventilation? Smooth Bore Nozzles Flow Rates, Nozzles for 2.5” Handline : r/Firefighting
2-1/2" Smooth Bore with 1-3/16" Tip – Brass Tacks & Hard Facts (Episode 14) Fixed Master Stream Operations Using Smooth Bore TIps
1 1/4" TIP. SMOOTH-BORE NOZZLES. Smooth bore nozzles generate effective streams at nozzle pressures as low 30 PSI, but the stream will degrade at pressures High-Flow Fire Suppression: HEN Blade 265 in Action
Nozzle Overview: Weapon Selection with Curt Isakson - Brass Tacks & Hard Facts Episode #1 For fog nozzle 250gpm at 130 psi. For smooth bore 1" inch tip 200gpm at 70psi. But bigger the smooth bore tip the more gpm. Community Info
7/8" & 15/16" Tips: Comparison & Explanation with Curt Isakson - Brass Tacks & Hard Facts Episode #3 Biggest question he gets from firefighters about this smooth bore?
Now with improved reach that is comparable to a smooth bore nozzle, the NEW Mercury Adjustable Nozzle can reach up to 250 feet. The Mercury Smooth Bore vs. Fog: Which is better for a garage fire? Do you agree with Chief Johnson? Episode 2 Now Live! GARAGE FIRE Don't choose a low-pressure nozzle before watching this #firefighting
4 Basic Types of Handline Nozzles (Episode 41) What's the biggest question you get from firefighters about this 7/8" smooth bore package? Jeff Goarley shares his insights This video shows how to determine the GPM for a smoothbore tip and then use the GPM in the hydraulic formula.
Determing Smooth Bore Tips 3.2 HEN FORCE┃175gpm @ 45psi┃Revolutionizing Fire Suppression Brass Smooth Bore Nozzle (GHT)
Offering a wide range of sizes from 1/2′′ to 1-1/4′′, these tips are engineered to deliver exceptional stream quality and penetration. Explore the debate: smooth bore vs. combination nozzles in firefighting! We discuss the history, science, and practical uses of
In 2000 at his FDIC keynote address, the late Andrew Fredericks stated "Even in the high-tech battlefield of today, it is the soldier We are going back to basics to kick off Season 2 of Brass Tacks Hard Facts with the 4 basic types of handline nozzles. When faced with a fully involved two-car garage fire, water delivery and flow efficiency are critical. In this demonstration, the HEN
How do I measure GPM Discharged from an Automatic Firefighting Nozzle? 🔥 Not your average smooth bore. Need foam without an inline eductor? XD Smooth Bores (Episode #72)
Pump Operation Review Water Mapping of a Smooth Bore Fire Stream (Episode #45)
The Working Fire Fixed Flow Nozzle with Pressure Relief wins again. When you need to over pump to get more GPM, the PDP GPM) w/ Smooth Bore. 75' Bumper Line→ 125 PSI (150 GPM) w/Fog. 100' Bumper Line→ 135 PSI (150 GPM) w/Fog. 150' Yellow Pre-connect→ 150 PSI (150 GPM). 200
Smooth Bore 150 GPM at 75 PSI Nozzle Tip - 1.5" NHF Rigid Inlet Comparing HEN 160 GPM SmoothBore vs 7/8" SmoothBore Nozzles: A Performance Analysis
This is our second video in a series for pump operators. We will discuss how to calculate flow from a given nozzle and what the What's the best nozzle + hose package for hydraulic ventilation in your opinion? Featured in this video: a 1.5″ line with a 7/8" Comparing HEN 160 GPM SmoothBore vs 78 SmoothBore Nozzles A Performance Analysis
Not your average smooth bore. Need foam without an inline eductor? Vortex has you covered. You can keep your beloved Maximizing Attic Fire Suppression: HEN Blade 160 vs. Traditional Smoothbore Smooth-Bore-GPM-Flow-Guide.pdf
Pump Operator Training Series - Part 2 "Calculating Nozzle Flow" The 1-3/16" smooth bore tip size is recently new to the American fire service. In this episode, Curt Isakson breaks down what
This video is a review of how to calculate friction loss for firefighters using the hand method. This is a fireground method of Smooth Bore Pocket Flow Guide - Elkhart Brass
In this detailed demonstration, we compare the performance of the HEN 160 GPM SmoothBore nozzle with the 7/8" SmoothBore, Nozzle. Pressure. (PSI). 20. 22. 24. 26. 28. 30. 32. 34. 36. 38. 40. 42. 44. 46. 48. 50. 52. 54. 56. 58. 60. 62. 64. 66. 68. 70. 8. 9. 9. 9. 10. 10. Stream movement and stream angle have a major impact on fire attack and getting water to the seat of the fire. Angling the stream
The Working Fire Nozzle Always Maximizes GPM and Minimizes Reaction Force Mercury Adjustable Nozzle (250-375-500 GPM) Master the operating pressures, flow rates and features associated with each nozzle type · 7/8-inch = 161 gpm · 15/16-inch = 185 gpm · 1-inch = 210
Choosing the Right Nozzle - High Pressure or Low Pressure? Firefighter Jeff Goarley shares insight on when to choose a This pocket guide for smooth bore nozzles allows you to take discharge data on the go. Print, cut, fold, and tape to create your own pocket guide. Smooth Bore Nozzles: Firefighting's SHOCKING Comeback!
Hand Method for Calculating Friction Loss for Firefighters