Compr.Air Cyl. 4500 PSI CFK (F. 45 min) | Draeger

SCBA Air Cylinder for Hazardous Atmospheres

The Compr.Air Cyl. 4500 PSI CFK (F. 45 min) Draeger is a SCBA air cylinder designed for breathing air supply in hazardous work scenarios. Firefighters, emergency responders, and confined space entrants typically use this equipment to maintain access to compressed breathing air during urgent tasks. This 4500 PSI carbon fiber composite cylinder features approximately 45 minutes of duration and a lightweight cylinder design.

Industry Applications and Professional Use

Emergency Services Work Environments

Firefighters and emergency responders typically use this compressed air cylinder when smoke, heat, or toxic atmospheres limit breathable air. Crews commonly connect the cylinder to compatible SCBA systems during rescue and suppression work. The lightweight carbon fiber composite construction helps reduce carry burden during active calls.

Oil & Gas Facilities

Technicians and response teams often rely on this breathing air cylinder during leak response, shutdown work, and atmosphere checks. Oil & gas sites can expose workers to low-oxygen or hazardous atmosphere conditions that call for respiratory protection. The 4500 PSI capacity supports portable air source needs in fast-moving tasks.

Manufacturing Plants

Industrial safety technicians and maintenance teams commonly use SCBA equipment when process equipment, vapors, or confined areas create air-quality concerns. This cylinder supports jobsite respiratory protection during emergency entry and planned interventions. Draeger compatibility also helps teams match existing PPE systems.

Mining Operations

Mining crews often need a dependable breathable air supply in areas where ventilation changes quickly or incident response becomes necessary. Confined environments and underground work can place high demands on emergency response equipment. This high-pressure cylinder supports time-limited egress and rescue activities.

Utilities and Transportation

Utility workers and transportation maintenance teams commonly use SCBA cylinder systems during plant outages, vessel work, or incident response. These roles often encounter hazardous atmosphere risks in service spaces, pits, and rail or fleet maintenance zones. A 45 minute air supply can support short-duration entry and withdrawal tasks.

Technical Specifications and Product Features

Understanding Product Standards

For respiratory protection, cylinder specifications shape how teams plan work, match equipment, and manage air source capacity. The 4500 PSI rating, carbon fiber composite construction, and approximately 45 minutes duration help users align the cylinder with SCBA demands. Product number 4055698 supports identification and compatibility checks.

Use Case Scenarios and Applications

Fireground Response

During firefighting operations, crews typically need an air source that supports movement, communication, and task completion in smoke-filled areas. This cylinder provides compressed breathing air for compatible SCBA systems. The lightweight cylinder format can help reduce fatigue during active response work.

Chemical Plant Maintenance

Maintenance teams working around process equipment often face vapors or low-oxygen conditions. This carbon fiber composite cylinder supports respiratory protection when workers enter or service affected areas. The 45 minutes duration gives teams a practical planning window for many short jobs.

Confined Space Entry

Confined space entrants commonly rely on portable breathable air supply when natural ventilation cannot support safe work conditions. This SCBA cylinder fits tasks where workers need a stable air source inside tanks, pits, or enclosed chambers. Users should connect and operate it per manufacturer instructions.

Industrial Emergency Response

During incident response, safety teams may need fast deployment of respiratory protection to support rescue or stabilization work. This high-pressure cylinder helps crews move quickly with a portable air cylinder intended for hazardous atmosphere entry. It suits short-duration, high-demand tasks.

Ideal Applications and Work Environments

Where This SCBA Air Cylinder Excels

• Firefighting operations: Supports SCBA use in smoke, heat, and toxic gas environments with a portable air source.
• Chemical plant maintenance: Matches tasks that need lightweight respiratory protection and SCBA compatibility.
• Confined space entry: Helps provide compressed breathing air where ventilation may be limited.
• Industrial emergency response: Supports time-sensitive response work that calls for a 45 minutes air supply.

Professional Applications

Workers Who Rely on This Equipment

• Firefighters: Use the cylinder with SCBA during suppression and rescue work in hazardous atmosphere conditions.
• Emergency responders: Depend on compressed air for incident response and short-duration rescue tasks.
• Industrial safety technicians: Use it to support respiratory protection during plant checks and emergency entry.
• Confined space entrants: Rely on the air source for enclosed-area work where breathable air may be limited.
• Maintenance technicians: Use it during service work that may expose them to low-oxygen or contaminated air.
• Chemical plant workers: Integrate it with compatible SCBA systems for emergency and maintenance applications.

Complete Safety Equipment Solutions

Complementary Safety Gear

This SCBA air cylinder works alongside other respiratory protection equipment for a more complete PPE setup. Teams often combine multiple layers because facepiece fit, air delivery, and task-specific PPE all matter in hazardous atmosphere work. All Safety supplies components that help crews build a practical respiratory system for field use.

Recommended Equipment Combinations

• Fireground setup: SCBA air cylinder + SCBA facepieces + protective gloves + hearing protection
• Confined space entry: SCBA air cylinder + respirators + SCBA facepieces + protective gloves
• Industrial response: SCBA air cylinder + SCBA facepieces + respirators

Selection Guide and Product Suitability

When to Choose This Product

Choose this cylinder when your team needs a compressed air cylinder for emergency response work in smoke, vapors, or low-oxygen areas. It also fits planned maintenance in chemical or industrial sites that require compatible SCBA equipment. The 4500 PSI rating and approximately 45 minutes duration support short, demanding tasks.

Key Evaluation Factors

• SCBA compatibility with your existing respiratory protection system
• Expected work duration and air planning requirements
• Weight and handling needs for active field use
• Inspection, pressure, and replacement requirements per manufacturer instructions

Limitations and Alternative Considerations

This product is not suitable for tasks that require unlimited air supply or a different respiratory protection format. For those situations, teams may need a supplied-air system or another SCBA configuration. It may also be unsuitable if your equipment does not match Draeger compatibility requirements. Available from All Safety with standard, expedited, or overnight shipping to suit project timelines.

Daily Use and Maintenance

Workplace Integration

Workers typically connect this cylinder when emergency response or hazardous atmosphere work calls for portable breathing air. Users generally fit it to compatible SCBA systems before entry and verify operation per manufacturer instructions. In firefighting, chemical plants, and confined spaces, crews often stage the cylinder with other PPE for fast deployment.

Care and Replacement Guidelines

Inspect the cylinder regularly for pressure status, valve condition, and compatibility concerns. Manufacturers typically recommend cleaning the exterior per specifications and keeping valve components free of contamination. Replace the cylinder per manufacturer specifications if damage, expiration, or test failure occurs, and store it in a cool, dry area secured from physical damage.