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Dual-Force® Automatic Dual-Pressure Nozzle

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Dual-Force® Dual-Pressure Automatic Nozzle

Dual-Force® Automatic Dual-Pressure Nozzle

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What is the Dual-Force?

The Dual-Force dual-pressure automatic handline nozzle is built for firefighters demanding reliability and hard-hitting streams to tackle the toughest challenges. Designed for aggressive fire departments, it delivers exceptional performance with automatic flow ranges from 50-300 GPM (200-1150 LPM) at pressures of 45/75 PSI (3/5 bar), 45/85 PSI (3/6 bar), or 55/100 PSI (4/7 bar). Lightweight, durable, and highly maneuverable, the Dual-Force nozzle thrives in demanding environments, making it a trusted tool for your team.

What Problems Does the Dual-Force Solve?

  • Every Fire is Different: The Dual-Force provides a wide range of flow rates and two pressure settings (Standard and Low), allowing you to adapt quickly to any fire scenario.
  • Pump Operator Communcation: The Dual-Force allows nozzle operators to switch between pressure settings directly at the nozzle, eliminating the need for radio communication while maintaining a strong, consistent stream.
  • Flow Challenges: Switching to the Low-Pressure setting reduces nozzle restriction, overcoming flow obstacles without waiting for pump operator intervention.
  • Complex Hose Evolutions: The Low-Pressure setting reduces PDP requirements, optimizing water delivery and making operations more efficient. For example, switching to Low-Pressure mode in a 300-ft hose lay at 150 GPM reduces PDP from 205 PSI to approximately 150 PSI.
  • Inline Foam Application: The Low-Pressure setting minimizes back pressure, ensuring proper foam concentrate uptake and producing better-finished foam through improved mechanical agitation.

Key Features of the Dual-Force Nozzle

High Flow Performance

With automatic flow rates from 50-300 GPM (200-1150 LPM) at pressures of 45/75 PSI (3/5 bar), 45/85 PSI (3/6 bar), or 55/100 PSI (4/7 bar), the Dual-Force nozzle is built for versatility, handling everything from low-flow tactics to high-volume firefighting demands with ease.

Baffle Switch for Pressure Control

The Dual-Force operates at two pressure settings, allowing for greater flexibility and optimized performance across different fire conditions. The integrated baffle switch allows firefighters to easily toggle between standard and low-pressure modes, giving them enhanced control over water flow and stream characteristics.

Automatic Flow

The Dual-Force nozzle has a variable flow rate at a constant nozzle pressure. The spring-loaded baffle adjusts the opening to match the flow rate you’re trying to achieve with a hard-hitting, far-reaching stream. It’s an ideal choice for foam eductor operations, automatically adjusting to match the eductor’s flow rate for optimal finished foam delivery.

Slide Valve

The slide valve delivers smooth and consistent flow control, even when partially closed, giving firefighters unmatched command over water delivery in the heat of the moment. The detented flow positions let operators regulate flow with precision, tailoring it to what’s needed for the job or what can be safely and effectively handled.

Fixed Rubber Teeth

Integrated into the nozzle’s front bumper, these teeth create a fully filled fog pattern by directing water toward the center of the stream. This design effectively pushes heat, flames, and smoke ahead of the nozzle operator, making it ideal for advancing hose lines and providing a protective fog pattern.

Control Your Pattern

The Dual-Force nozzle allows for quick transition between wide fog for exposure protection, narrow fog to cut through intense heat, and straight stream for when you need hard-hitting reach. Stream variation is a key feature for hydraulic ventilation, directing smoke and heat out of openings, such as windows.

Dual-Force Nozzle Comparison Chart

Explore the Dual-Force options side by side with this detailed comparison chart, designed to help firefighters quickly identify the best option for their specific operational needs.

Feature45/75 PSI (3/5 bar)45/85 PSI (3/6 bar)55/100 PSI (4/7 bar)
Automatic Flow Range95-250 GPM (360-950 LPM)50-250 GPM (200-950 LPM)95-300 GPM (360-1150 LPM)
Inlet Size Options1.5″ (38mm), 2.5″ (65mm)2.5″ (65mm)1.5″ (38mm), 2.5″ (65mm), 3″ (75mm)
Valve OptionsSlide Valve, Tip OnlySlide ValveSlide Valve, Tip Only
Teeth OptionsFixed RubberFixed RubberFixed Rubber
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Dual-Force (FAQ)

A common guideline for dual-pressure automatic nozzles like the Dual-Force is: “Blue on the outside, red on the inside.”

• Red setting (55 PSI) for interior operations, where crews need maximum GPM with minimal nozzle reaction while making a push.

• Blue setting (100 PSI) for exterior operations, where reach and impact matter most—whether hitting an exterior window, providing exposure protection, blasting into eaves, or overcoming fire conditions at longer distances, beyond a typical hallway length in a single-family dwelling.

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