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Harstra K6 — drying cabinet for turnout gear and small equipment (6–9 sets)
The Harstra K6 is a wide, versatile drying cabinet — besides turnout jackets and trousers (6–9 sets), it also dries small equipment: gloves, masks and boots on optional frames. Built-in sensors detect when the equipment is already dry and automatically end the cycle — without the risk of over-drying and accelerated material wear, as with tumble dryers. Full stainless-steel housing and chamber, automatic drying cycle approx. 4 hours.
Key features
- Dries 6–9 sets of turnout jackets or trousers at the same time.
- Wider construction than the K3 — also room for small equipment (gloves, masks, boots) on optional frames.
- Automatic "set and forget" mode — a humidity sensor switches off drying by itself once the equipment is dry.
- A timed mode is also available (timer 1 min – 99:58 h).
- Significantly less material wear than in a tumble dryer — no mechanical friction.
- Housing and chamber entirely in stainless steel.
- 2 doors with magnetic seals, drip tray in polished stainless steel.
- F5-class air filter (EN 779) at the inlet.
- 4 adjustable feet — easy levelling.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | wide, versatile drying cabinet for turnout clothing and small equipment |
| Capacity | max. 6–9 turnout jackets or trousers (optionally small equipment on frames) |
| External dimensions (H × W × D) | 2120 × 1260 × 730 mm |
| Internal dimensions (H × W × D) | 1800 × 1200 × 600 mm |
| Chamber capacity | 1296 l |
| Weight | approx. 250 kg |
| External / internal housing | stainless steel |
| Doors | 2, magnetic seal |
| Drip tray | polished stainless steel |
| Feet | 4, adjustable (levelling) |
| Thermal insulation | glass wool, min. 30 mm |
| Temperature range | up to 58°C — factory-set to 40°C |
| Temperature display / timer | digital LED; timer 1 min – 99:58 h |
| Temperature control | 2× PTC sensor, solid-state relay (SSR) |
| Humidity measurement | capacitive sensor (automatic shutdown once dry) |
| Temperature protection | additional thermostat, max. 60°C |
| Heating | direct, approx. 2 kW |
| Air circulation | 2 quiet fans |
| Air exchange | outlet at the top of the cabinet, Ø32 mm PVC pipe; inlet from the bottom through the filter |
| Filter | class F5, EN 779 |
| Clothes rail | 1, stainless steel, removable |
| Drying time | approx. 4 hours (automatic cycle, depending on load) |
| Power supply | 230 V AC, N+PE, 50–60 Hz |
| Power | approx. 2.2 kW, 1×16 A protection |
| Energy consumption | average approx. 0.8 kWh per cycle |
| Manufacturer | Harstra Instruments |
Suitability
The K6 dries protective clothing — turnout jackets and trousers, and on optional frames also small equipment: gloves, masks and boots. Equipment must be properly washed/cleaned and disinfected before drying. The K6 is not intended for breathing apparatus (for that, the dedicated Harstra M45B).
Applications
Volunteer and state fire stations, professional fire brigades with a larger number of sets to dry at the same time, respiratory-protection workshops and industrial plants maintaining their own protective clothing and small equipment.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between the K6, K3 and K8?
The K6 has the same width and clothing capacity as the K8 (6–9 sets), but — on optional frames — it can also hold small equipment: gloves, masks and boots. The K8 is intended solely for turnout jackets and trousers, while the compact K3 holds a maximum of 3 sets.
How many sets of clothing fit in the K6?
A maximum of 6–9 turnout jackets or trousers at the same time, on a removable stainless-steel rail.
Does the drying cycle need to be monitored?
No — the automatic mode detects drying on its own and switches the device off (approx. 4 hours, depending on the load); a timed mode is also available.
Will the K6 dry breathing apparatus?
No — the dedicated Harstra M45B is intended for breathing apparatus (SCBA). The K6 dries turnout clothing and small equipment on frames.
Brand & service
The equipment and implementation are in the SafeTech range — capacity selection for the unit, delivery, commissioning and service.
Why SafeTech
- 23 years of experience equipping fire services and industry (the company has operated since 2003).
- Selection of the cabinet's configuration and capacity to match the size of the unit.
- Delivery, commissioning and service in Suchy Dwór near Gdynia — service across Poland.
- Training and technical support (SafeTech Safety Academy).
Availability & service — Gdynia and Tricity
Harstra K6 — drying cabinet for turnout gear and small equipment (6–9 sets) — sales, selection, delivery and service in Gdynia (Suchy Dwór, on the border of Gdynia and the Kosakowo municipality). We serve the Tricity (Gdańsk, Sopot, Gdynia), Rumia, Reda, Wejherowo, the Pomerania region and all of Poland. Ask about pricing and availability.
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