GB6245-2025
Fire pumps
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GB 6245-2025 is an upcoming mandatory Chinese national standard for Fire pumps. It appears in the Construction compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Aug 1, 2026.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the design, manufacturing, and acceptance of fire pumps and fire pump units used for conveying water, foam mixture, or foam concentrate as the primary extinguishing agents. It covers various types including vehicle-mounted, vessel-mounted, portable, fixed, trailer-mounted, and booster fire pumps. It is mandatory for all manufacturers producing fire pumps for the Chinese market. The standard specifically excludes regulations for deep well and submersible fire pumps that were present in the previous version.
Technical requirements
The standard specifies comprehensive requirements across multiple categories. For vehicle-mounted fire pumps, it defines structural, material, and performance parameters based on pressure ratings (low, middle, high, and combinable pressures), including specific operating conditions for flow and pressure at various suction depths. Manufacturers must ensure impeller balance performance meets G6.3 grade requirements. For fixed fire pump units, the standard details requirements for structure, materials, and mechanical performance, with specific additional requirements for electric motor-driven units (referencing GB 18613 and GB 30254 for efficiency) and diesel engine-driven units. Diesel engine requirements cover battery systems, fuel tank capacity, cooling systems, and exhaust routing. Diesel engine power must be corrected for non-standard environmental conditions. The standard also outlines requirements for portable fire pump units, including weight limits (max 180kg), wheel specifications, and tilt performance. For foam concentrate fire pump units, it mandates the use of corrosion-resistant materials like 06Cr19Ni10 stainless steel and specifies safety valve pressure settings. Additional requirements are provided for vessel-mounted, trailer-mounted, and booster fire pump units.
Testing methods
The standard details testing procedures for all fire pump types. Key tests include: Structural and Material Inspection (visual and dimensional checks), Main Technical Parameter Testing (measuring flow, pressure, and power relationships under specific suction depths), Mechanical Performance Testing (sealing and hydrostatic strength tests), Vacuum and Priming Performance Testing (measuring maximum vacuum and priming time reliability), and Continuous Operation Testing (running pumps under rated and overload conditions to check temperature and vibration limits). Specific tests for diesel engines include battery capacity, cooling system efficiency, and speed governor performance.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 6245-2025?
GB 6245-2025 regulates fire pumps and fire pump units used for conveying water, foam mixture, or foam concentrate. This includes vehicle-mounted, vessel-mounted, portable, fixed, trailer-mounted, and booster fire pumps, as well as units driven by electric motors, diesel engines, gas turbines, gasoline engines, and water turbines.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 6245?
Yes, GB 6245-2025 replaces GB 6245-2006. Key updates include changes to terminology, model numbering rules, and technical parameters for fixed fire pump units. It adds requirements for impeller balance, deep well pump bearing spacing, diesel engine cooling water loops, and control cabinets for both electric and diesel fire pump units. It also removes regulations for deep well and submersible fire pumps found in the 2006 version.
What are the specific requirements for portable fire pump units under this standard?
Portable fire pump units must have a total weight not exceeding 180kg. Units under 100kg require at least 2 carrying handles, while units 100kg and above require at least 4 handles. They must pass a tilt test, operating normally while tilted 25° in four directions. They also require specific fuel tank capacity for continuous operation and must start within 30 seconds.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 6245-2025. To ensure complete compliance for your fire pumps entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 6245-2025 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Product
- CCS
- C84
- ICS
- 13.220.20
- Competent department
- National Fire and Rescue Administration
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Fire Protection of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 6245-2006 (Current)