Lightweight SCBA cylinders for improved first responder performance | Thunderbird Cylinders

LIFE SUPPORT

When life is on the line, our SCBA cylinders come to the rescue

We manufacture lightweight cylinders that increase speed and mobility for firefighters and first responders and provide reliability and durability in hazardous industrial situations and during emergencies requiring breathing support.

The largest selection of aluminum gas cylinders in the United States

See our full line of SCBA cylinders, available in a range of size and weight options. We offer the broadest portfolio of high-quality aluminum gas cylinders to safely serve compressed gas market needs.

FEATURES

We manufacture our cylinders using 6061 alloy, an aluminum magnesium-silicon blend that improves durability, fracture toughness, and internal surface conditions.

Up to 40% lighter than comparable steel cylinders
Rust-free interior and exterior resists scale buildup
Corrosion-resistant with no special coatings or finishes required
Durable with up to twice the wall thickness of comparable steel cylinders

Tightest tolerance on wall thickness in the industry
Improved fracture toughness
Resistant to tearing and cracking

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