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Vortex® Smooth Bore Nozzle

THE ORIGINAL ADJUSTABLE SMOOTH BORE NOZZLE.

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What Is the Vortex?

The Vortex installs behind your smooth bore tip and allows you to operate in a straight stream or a uniformly dispersed pattern without limiting flow rate. It features a built-in ring and six durable, aluminum fins that pivot to introduce a gentle spin to the water, dispersing it into a narrow fog pattern. This design enables firefighters to switch between a hard-hitting straight stream and a narrow broken stream for various tactical needs, all while maintaining optimal flow rate and minimal friction loss.

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Dual Stream Capability

Switch between solid stream and narrow broken stream without losing flow rate.

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Low-Friction Internal Fins

Fins act as stream straighteners in the forward position, then pivot to introduce spin and create a narrow broken stream with minimal friction loss.

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Compatible with All Brands

Pairs seamlessly with smooth bore tips from other manufacturers.

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Detent Ball Valve Shutoff

On non-tip-only models, the built-in ball valve offers reliable shutoff with tactile detents for precise control.

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Foam Compatibility

Works with inline eductors, onboard foam systems, and compressed air foam systems (CAFS).

Deliver a high-volume solid stream for aggressive fire suppression, then switch to narrow broken stream for exposure protection and gas cooling.

Quickly clear smoke and heat after knockdown using the narrow broken stream pattern.

Reach deep-seated flames or coat surfaces with narrow broken stream—all without changing nozzles.

Push narrow broken stream into tight spaces or apply foam during salvage and overhaul operations.

Yes, Vortex can be used with any smooth bore nozzle between 1-1/2” to 2-1/2”. It is also compatible with other brands of smooth bore nozzles.

Vortex’s internal vanes introduce a gentle spin to the water, creating a narrow broken stream without restricting flow. This design ensures that the flow rate remains consistent, whether using a straight or broken stream.

Vortex allows firefighters to quickly switch from a straight stream for fire knockdown to a narrow broken stream for exposure protection, gas cooling, and other tasks, without the need to change nozzles. This versatility enhances efficiency and effectiveness on the fireground.

Yes, Vortex can be used with inline foam eductors, onboard foam systems, or CAFS, making it a versatile tool for foam application in various firefighting scenarios.

Vortex is available in various sizes to fit handline and monitor applications. For handlines, it is compatible with smooth bores up to 1 ¼”. For monitors, Vortex is available in 2.5″ (65 mm), 3.5″ (88 mm), and 6″ (152 mm) sizes.

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Vortex®

The Original Adjustable Smooth Bore Nozzle

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