Air Cylinders - 2216psi, ALU (30 min) | Draeger

SCBA Air Cylinders for Emergency Breathing Support

The Dräger 2216 psi aluminum air cylinder is a SCBA accessory designed for supplying breathable air in emergency response and industrial breathing tasks. Firefighters, rescue technicians, and industrial emergency response teams typically use this aluminum air cylinder to support self contained breathing apparatus during demanding work. It features a 30 minutes duration rating and a lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum construction.

Industry Applications and Professional Use

Firefighting Work Environments

Firefighters commonly rely on this SCBA cylinder when they need a compact air supply for interior attack, overhaul, or rapid response. The 2216 psi pressure rating supports low pressure cylinder configurations in compatible breathing systems. Its protective finish and aluminum construction help crews manage daily use in challenging conditions.

Emergency Services and Rescue Operations

Rescue technicians often use this breathing cylinder during low-light or time-sensitive operations where clear gauge visibility matters. The dual-sided luminescent gauge helps users check pressure more easily in varied conditions. Dräger designed this cylinder for teams that need dependable air supply support in rescue work.

Industrial Emergency Response

Industrial teams typically use SCBA equipment during emergency entry, leak response, or shutdown support. This breathing air cylinder fits those scenarios when workers need breathable air with a compact form factor. It supports controlled entry tasks where personnel must stay connected to compatible SCBA systems.

Manufacturing Facilities

Manufacturing sites often keep air cylinders ready for confined area incidents or maintenance support. Workers may attach the cylinder to a breathing apparatus when the task requires compressed air in a hazardous area. The corrosion-resistant construction suits environments with regular handling and storage.

Utilities and Field Response

Utility crews and emergency response personnel use breathing cylinders during outage events, inspections, or confined space access. The 30 minutes supply rating helps teams plan around short-duration work. This cylinder supports field operations that call for a lightweight SCBA air source.

Technical Specifications and Product Features

Understanding Product Standards

Specifications matter because SCBA cylinders must match the pressure rating, duration, and system configuration required for the job. The Dräger 2216 psi aluminum air cylinder offers a 30 minutes breathing air supply under rated conditions and uses a seamless aluminum liner with a protective finish. These features support practical use in compatible self contained breathing apparatus systems.

Use Case Scenarios and Applications

Firefighting Entry Operations

Crews use this cylinder during firefighting operations where they need a 30 minutes SCBA air supply in a lightweight format. The aluminum build supports mobility, while the low pressure rating fits compatible apparatus assemblies. Users should confirm system matching before field deployment.

Rescue Response in Low-Light Conditions

Rescue teams often work in smoke, dusk, or poorly lit areas where a readable pressure gauge matters. The dual-sided luminescent gauge helps users monitor the cylinder more easily. This setup supports efficient checks during time-sensitive rescue work.

Industrial Emergency Entry

Industrial responders typically use compressed air cylinders during entry tasks that require breathable air support. This cylinder works with compatible SCBA systems per manufacturer instructions. It fits short-duration response plans where teams need a compact breathing cylinder.

Maintenance and Confined Space Support

Maintenance technicians may rely on this cylinder for confined space entry or support tasks with controlled exposure time. The corrosion-resistant construction suits regular storage and handling. Its 30 minutes duration helps teams plan work blocks more effectively.

Ideal Applications and Work Environments

Where This SCBA Air Cylinder Excels

• Firefighting operations: Supports compatible breathing apparatus setups for short-duration interior or response tasks.
• Rescue response: The luminescent gauge and compact aluminum build suit time-sensitive rescue work.
• Industrial emergency entry: Provides compressed air support when teams use self contained breathing apparatus systems.
• Confined space support: Works well where a lightweight, corrosion-resistant breathing cylinder helps manage access tasks.

Professional Applications

Workers Who Rely on This Equipment

• Firefighters: Use the cylinder with SCBA during emergency scene operations.
• Rescue technicians: Rely on readable gauge features in complex environments.
• SCBA users: Attach it to compatible breathing systems for air supply support.
• Safety coordinators: Specify cylinders for response readiness and equipment matching.
• Industrial emergency response teams: Use it during leak response and emergency entry work.
• Maintenance technicians: Deploy it for confined space support and short tasks.

Complete Safety Equipment Solutions

Complementary Safety Gear

This SCBA air cylinder works alongside other equipment for a complete breathing system. Teams often pair the cylinder with facepieces, respirators, breathing apparatus harnesses, and pressure gauges to support coordinated use. Layered equipment helps users manage air supply, fit, and monitoring in a single response setup.

Recommended Equipment Combinations

• Fire response: SCBA cylinder + SCBA facepieces + breathing apparatus harnesses + pressure gauges
• Industrial entry: SCBA cylinder + respirators + breathing apparatus harnesses
• Confined space support: SCBA cylinder + SCBA facepieces + pressure gauges

Selection Guide and Product Suitability

When to Choose This Product

Choose this cylinder when your team needs a lightweight aluminum air cylinder for compatible SCBA work. It performs well in firefighting, rescue, and industrial response roles where short-duration breathable air matters. It also suits teams that value a 2216 psi low pressure cylinder with a readable gauge.

Key Evaluation Factors

• Confirm SCBA compatibility with the system and attachments.
• Check the required pressure rating for the application.
• Review the expected duration for the task.
• Assess handling needs for weight, finish, and storage.

Limitations and Alternative Considerations

This cylinder is not suitable for applications that require a different pressure class or a longer breathing supply than 30 minutes. For those needs, consider another SCBA cylinder configuration. Available from All Safety with standard, expedited, or overnight shipping to suit project timelines.

Daily Use and Maintenance

Workplace Integration

Teams typically use this cylinder when they attach it to a compatible self contained breathing apparatus for emergency response or confined space work. Users generally confirm fit and setup per manufacturer instructions before each deployment. In busy response areas, crews often stage cylinders near SCBA assembly stations for faster equipment preparation.

Care and Replacement Guidelines

Follow manufacturer guidelines for inspection of the cylinder, valve, and gauge assembly. Clean fittings per specifications and keep them free of contamination. Replace the cylinder per manufacturer specifications after damage, wear, or service-life limits, and store it in a dry, protected location.

Ordering and Delivery

How Teams Commonly Source This Cylinder

Safety buyers usually order this Dräger cylinder when they need a compatible air supply component for SCBA programs. Common procurement teams include fire departments, industrial plants, utilities, and rescue contractors. Verify the exact configuration and part number before purchase to match your equipment plan.