Technical Services: Tel: (800) 381-9312 / Fax: (800) 791-5500 Email: techserv@tycofp.com Model ESFR-17 Early Suppression, Fast Response Upright Sprinklers 16.8 K-factor General Description The Tyco Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers are Early Suppression, Fast Response Sprinklers having a nominal K-factor of 16.8. (Refer to Figure 1.) They are suppression mode sprinklers that are especially advantageous as a means of eliminating in-rack sprinklers when protecting high-piled storage. The Model ESFR-17 is primarily designed for use in ceiling-only sprinkler systems (that is, no in-rack sprinklers) for the protection of storage heights for the following: Most encapsulated or non-encapsulated common materials including cartoned, unexpanded plastics Cartoned, expanded plastics Some storage arrangements of rubber tires and roll paper For specific criteria, refer to the tables in this data sheet as well as the applicable design standard. The ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers provide the system designer with an upright option to the traditional pendent ESFR sprinklers. With a K-factor of 16.8, ESFR-17 Sprinklers provide system designers with hydraulic and sprinkler placement options not presently available to traditional ESFR sprinklers having a K-factor of 14.0. In IMPORTANT Always refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP700 for the INSTALLER WARNING that provides cautions with respect to handling and installation of sprinkler systems and components. Improper handling and installation can permanently damage a sprinkler system or its components and cause the sprinkler to fail to operate in a fire situation or cause it to operate prematurely. particular, the Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers are designed to operate at substantially lower-end head pressures compared to ESFR sprinklers with 14.0 K-factors. This feature offers flexibility when sizing system piping and positioning the system piping with respect to the ceiling. Applications for the Tyco ESFR Sprinklers are expanding beyond currently recognized installation standards. For information on research fire tests that may be acceptable to an Authority Having Jurisdiction, contact the Technical Services department. NOTICE The Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers described herein must be installed and maintained in compliance with this document, as well as with the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association, in addition to the standards of any authorities having jurisdiction (for example, FM Global). Failure to do so may impair the performance of these devices. Owners are responsible for maintaining their fire protection system and devices in proper operating condition. The installing contractor or sprinkler manufacturer should be contacted with any questions. In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or FM installation standard must be referenced to ensure applicability and to obtain complete installation guidelines. The general guidelines in this data sheet are not intended to provide complete installation criteria. Model/Sprinkler Identification Number (SIN) TY7126 - Upright K=16.8 Technical Data Approvals FM Approved Working Pressure 175 psi (12,1 bar) Pipe Thread Connections 3/4 inch NPT ISO 7-R3/4 Discharge Coefficient K = 16.8 GPM/psi 1/2 (241,9 LPM/bar 1/2 ) Temperature Ratings 165 F/74 C 214 F/101 C Finish Natural Brass Page 1 of 8 OCTOBER 2009 TFP316
Page 2 of 8 1-Frame 2-Deflector 3-Compression Screw 4-Hook 5-Strut 6-Link Assembly 7-Button 8-Sealing Assembly 9-Ejection Spring 10-Deflector Nut 2 4 3 10 5 6 9 8 7 TEMPERATURE RATING ON DEFLECTOR WRENCH FLAT 1/2" (12,7 mm) NOMINAL MAKE-IN 2-9/16" DIA. (65,0 mm) THERMAL SENSING ELEMENT 1-5/8" (41,3 mm) 3-5/8" (92,1 mm) 1 FIGURE 1 MODEL ESFR-17 UPRIGHT, K=16.8 EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE UPRIGHT SPRINKLER 3/4" NPT Physical Characteristics Frame........................ Brass Deflector..................... Copper Compression Screw...........Stainless Steel Hook......................... Monel Strut......................... Monel Link Assembly........... Solder, Nickel Button........................ Brass Sealing Assembly............ Beryllium Nickel w/teflon* Ejection Spring................ Inconel Deflector Nut.................. Brass Patents U.S.A. Patent Numbers: 4,580,729 5,829,532 6,336,509 6,868,917 Additional Patents pending Design Criteria The following general guidelines provided for the Tyco Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers may be used for quick reference. NOTICE The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and FM Global (FM) provide installation standards that must be used to properly design an automatic sprinkler system utilizing Early Suppression, Fast Response (ESFR) Sprinklers. The guidelines provided by NFPA and FM may differ; consequently, the appropriate standard must be used for a given installation. *Registered trademark of DuPont In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or FM installation standard must be referenced to ensure applicability and to obtain complete installation guidelines, since the following general guidelines are not intended to provide complete installation criteria. In addition to this data sheet, the following data sheets describe other Tyco ESFR Sprinklers: TFP312 Model ESFR-25 (TY9226), K=25.2 Pendent Sprinkler TFP315 Model ESFR-17 (TY7226), K=16.8 Pendent Sprinkler TFP318 Model ESFR-1 (TY6226), K=14.0 Pendent Sprinkler System Type Wet pipe system Roof Construction Unobstructed or obstructed construction; for example, smooth ceiling, bar joists, beam and girder, and so forth. Where the depths of the solid structural members (beams and stem, for example) exceed 12 inches (302 mm), install ESFR Sprinklers in each channel formed by the structural members. Ceiling Slope 2 inch rise for 12 inch run (16.7%) Building Heights, Storage Heights, and Commodity Refer to Table A. Coverage Area 100 ft 2 (9,3 m 2 ) In some cases, the installation standards permit a greater coverage area. Minimum Coverage Area 64 ft 2 (5,8 m 2 ) per NFPA 13/FM 2-2 Spacing 12 feet (3,7 m) for building heights up to 30 feet(9,1 m) 10 feet (3,1 m) for building heights greater than 30 feet (9,1 m) Minimum Spacing 8 feet (2,4 m) Minimum Clearance to Commodity 36 inches (914 mm) NFPA 13 Deflector-to-Ceiling Distance 3 to 12 inches (76 to 305 mm) FM 2-2 Consult FM and/or FM Guidelines for allowable deflector-to-ceiling distances as well as thermal-sensing, element-to-ceiling criteria. Obstructions Below Upright ESFR Sprinklers, Including Branch Lines Per the requirements of FM, obstructions below upright ESFR Sprinklers can be ignored as follows: Open-web bar joists or trusses having chords no more than 4 inches (102 mm) wide Bridging or wind bracing no more than 4 inches (102 mm) wide Individual pipes and conduit 4 inches (102 mm) diameter or less (i.e. 3 inch (DN80) pipe size or less will not require sprigs) Individual groups of smaller pipe or conduit having a total width of 4 inches or less
Page 3 of 8 TABLE 1 COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW FOR Storage Type NFPA FM Open Frame (that is, no solid shelves) Single, Double, Multiple-Row, or Portable Rack Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or B Plastics Refer to Table 2 and NFPA 13. Refer to Table 2 and FM 2-2 and 8-9 for details. Solid Pile or Palletized Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or B Plastics Refer to Table 3 and NFPA 13. Refer to Table 3 and FM 2-2 and 8-9 for details. Idle Pallet Storage Refer to Table 4 and NFPA 13. Refer to Table 4 and FM 2-2, 8-9, and 8-24 for details. Rubber Tire Storage Refer to Table 5 and NFPA 13. Refer to Table 5 and FM 2-2 and 8-9 for details. Rolled Paper Storage (Refer to the standard.) 13 8-21 Flammable Liquid Storage (Refer to the standard.) Aerosol Storage (Refer to the standard.) N/A Notes: N/A = Non-Applicable Refer to Tables 2 through 5 in the Design Criteria section. Operation The fusible link assembly is comprised of two link halves that are joined together by a thin layer of solder. When the rated temperature is reached, the solder melts and the two link halves separate, activating the sprinkler and flowing water.
Page 4 of 8 TABLE 2 NFPA AND FM DESIGN CRITERIA FOR RACK STORAGE OF Commodity Building Height, Storage Height, NFPA Minimum Residual Pressure, psi (bar) FM The number of design sprinklers at listed pressure is 12 unless specified otherwise. Class I, Class II, Class III, and Class IV Encapsulated or Unencapsulated Cartoned Unexpanded Plastics Uncartoned (Exposed) Unexpanded Plastics Cartoned Expanded Plastics Uncartoned (Exposed) Expanded Plastics 35 (10,7) 30 (9,1) 52 (3,6) 52 (3,6) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) 42 (2,9) 52 (3,6) 35 (10,7) 30 (9,1) 52 (3,6) 52 (3,6) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) 42 (2,9) 52 (3,6) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) N/A Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 45 (13,5) 40 (12,0) N/A N/A 40 (12,0) 35 (10,5) N/A N/A 35 (10,5) 30 (9,0) N/A Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) 42 (2,9) Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 45 (13,5) 40 (12,0) N/A N/A 40 (12,0) 35 (10,5) N/A N/A 35 (10,5) 30 (9,0) N/A Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 25 (7,6) 20 (6,1) N/A Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 Abbreviations: N/A = Non-Applicable References: NFPA 13, 2007 Edition, Chapter 16, Tables 16.2.3.1 and 16.3.3.1; Chapter 17, Tables 17.2.3.1 and 17.3.3.1 FM Global, June 2009, Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 8-9, Table 2.3.7.5(a) Notes: The following note replicates information cited in Note 5 to Table 2.3.7.5(a) of FM Data Sheet 8-9: Note 5: Refer to Section 2.3.7.2 for details concerning Fire Protection Scheme 8-9A.
Page 5 of 8 TABLE 3 NFPA AND FM DESIGN CRITERIA FOR PALLETIZED AND SOLID PILED STORAGE OF Commodity Class I, Class II, Class III, and Class IV Encapsulated or Unencapsulated Cartoned Unexpanded Plastics Uncartoned (Exposed) Unexpanded Plastics Cartoned Expanded Plastics Uncartoned (Exposed) Expanded Plastics Building Height, Storage Height, NFPA Minimum Residual Pressure, psi (bar) FM The number of design sprinklers at listed pressure is 12 unless specified otherwise. 45 (13,7) 35 (10,7) N/A N/A 40 (12,2) 35 (10,7) 52 (3,6) N/A 35 (10,7) 30 (9,1) 52 (3,6) 52 (3,6) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) 52 (3,6) 52 (3,6) 45 (13,7) 35 (10,7) N/A N/A 35 (10,7) 30 (9,1) 52 (3,6) 52 (3,6) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) 42 (2,9) 52 (3,6) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) N/A Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 30 (9,1) 25 (7,6) N/A 35 (2,4) 32 (9,7) 25 (7,6) 42 (2,9) Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 40 (12,2) 25 (7,6) N/A N/A 35 (10,7) 25 (7,6) N/A Scheme 8-9A, Note 5 25 (7,6) 20 (6,1) N/A 35 (2,4) Abbreviations: N/A = Non-Applicable References: NFPA 13, 2007 Edition, Chapter 14, Table 14.4.1; also, Chapter 15, Table 15.4.1 FM Global, June 2009, Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 8-9, Table 2.3.7.5(b) Notes: The following note replicates information cited in Note 5 to Table 2.3.7.5(b) of FM Data Sheet 8-9: Note 5: Refer to Section 2.3.7.2 for details concerning Fire Protection Scheme 8-9A.
Page 6 of 8 TABLE 4 NFPA AND FM DESIGN CRITERIA FOR IDLE PALLET STORAGE OF Commodity Building Height, Storage Height, NFPA Minimum Residual Pressure, psi (bar) FM The number of design sprinklers at listed pressure is 12 unless specified otherwise. Wood on Floor 30 (9,1) 25 (7,6) N/A 35 (2,4) Plastic on Floor 30 (9,1) 25 (7,6) N/A 35 (2,4) Wood in Rack Plastic in Rack Abbreviations: N/A = Non-Applicable; IRS = In-Rack Sprinklers References: NFPA 13, 2007 Edition, Chapter 12, Tables 12.12.1.2 (d) and 12.12.2.1 FM Global, June 2009, Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 8-9 uses criteria for uncartoned, unexpanded plastics, Table 2.3.7.5(a) for rack scenarios and Table 2.3.7.5(b) for on-floor scenarios. Notes: The following note replicates information cited in Note 5 to Table 2.3.7.5(a) of FM Data Sheet 8-9: Note 5: Refer to Section 2.3.7.2 for details concerning Fire Protection Scheme 8-9A. Installation The Tyco Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers are to be installed in accordance with the following instructions. NOTICE Avoid damage to the fusible Link Assembly during installation by using the Frame arms only to handle the sprinkler (that is, do not apply pressure to the fusible Link Assembly) and by using the appropriate sprinkler wrench. Failure to do so can lead to an unstable link assembly and premature activation of the sprinkler. Damaged sprinklers must be replaced. Obtain a leak-tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint by applying a minimum-tomaximum torque of 10 to 20 ft.lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm). Higher levels of torque can distort the sprinkler inlet with consequent leakage or impairment of the sprinkler. Step 1. Install the ESFR-17 Upright Sprinkler in the Upright position. Step 2. With pipe-thread sealant applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pressure to the Link Assembly, and handle the ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by the Frame arms. Step 3. Wrench-tighten the ESFR- 17 Sprinkler using only the W-Type 1 Sprinkler Wrench (Figure 2) and by fully engaging (seating) the wrench on the sprinkler wrench flats. Step 4. After installation, inspect the Link Assembly of each ESFR-17 Sprinkler for damage. In particular, verify that the Link Assembly and Hook are positioned as illustrated in Figure 1, and that the Link Assembly has not been bent, creased, or forced out of its normal position in any way. Replace damaged sprinklers. WRENCH RECESS "FITTING SIDE" TOWARDS SPRINKLER FITTING FIGURE 2 W-TYPE 21 SPRINKLER WRENCH
Page 7 of 8 TABLE 5 NFPA AND FM DESIGN CRITERIA FOR RUBBER TIRE STORAGE OF Commodity Building Height, Storage Height, NFPA Minimum Residual Pressure, psi (bar) FM The number of design sprinklers at listed pressure is 12 unless specified otherwise. On-Side or On Tread in Palletized Portable Racks, Open Portable Racks, or Fixed Racks without Solid Shelves On-Side in Palletized Portable Racks, Open Portable Racks, or Fixed Racks without Solid Shelves 35 (10,7) 25 (7,6) Laced Tires in Open Portable Steel Racks 30 (9,1) 25 (7,6) N/A On-Side, On-Tread, or Laced in Permanent and Portable Racks with Open Shelves 40 (12,2) 30 (9,1) On-Side in Palletized Portable Racks 40 (12,2) 25 (7,6) Abbreviations: N/A = Non-Applicable References: NFPA 13, 2007 Edition, Chapter 18, Table 18.4(d) FM Global, January 2009, Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 8-3, Table 8 Care and Maintenance The Tyco Model ESFR-17 must be maintained and serviced in accordance with the following instructions. NOTICE Before closing a fire protection system main control valve for maintenance work on the fire protection system that it controls, obtain permission to shut down the affected fire protection systems from the proper authorities and notify all personnel who may be affected by this action. Exercise care to avoid damage before, during, and after installation. Never paint, plate, coat, or otherwise alter automatic sprinklers after they leave the factory. Replace sprinklers that: were modified or over-heated. were damaged by dropping, striking, wrench twisting, wrench slippage, or the like. are leaking or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion. Responsibility lies with the owner for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of their fire protection system and devices in compliance with this document, as well as with the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association (for example, NFPA 25), in addition to the standards of any authorities having jurisdiction. Contact the installing contractor or sprinkler manufacturer regarding any questions. Automatic sprinkler systems are recommended to be inspected, tested, and maintained by a qualified Inspection Service in accordance with local requirements and/or national codes.
Page 8 of 8 Limited Warranty Products manufactured by Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products (TFSBP) are war ranted solely to the original Buyer for ten (10) years against defects in mate rial and workmanship when paid for and properly installed and maintained under normal use and service. This warranty will expire ten (10) years from date of shipment by TFSBP. No warranty is given for products or com ponents manufactured by companies not affiliated by ownership with TFSBP or for products and components which have been subject to misuse, improper installation, corrosion, or which have not been installed, maintained, modified or repaired in accordance with ap plicable Standards of the National Fire Protection Association, and/or the standards of any other Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Materials found by TFSBP to be defective shall be either repaired or replaced, at TFSBP s sole option. TFSBP neither assumes, nor authorizes any person to assume for it, any other obligation in connection with the sale of products or parts of prod ucts. TFSBP shall not be responsible for sprinkler system design errors or inac curate or incomplete information sup plied by Buyer or Buyer s repre sentatives. In no event shall TFSBP be liable, in contract, tort, strict liability or under any other legal theory, for incidental, indirect, special or consequential dam ages, including but not limited to labor charges, regardless of whether TFSBP was informed about the possibility of such damages, and in no event shall TFSBP s liability exceed an amount equal to the sales price. The foregoing warranty is made in lieu of any and all other warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. This limited warranty sets forth the exclusive remedy for claims based on failure of or defect in products, materials or components, whether the claim is made in contract, tort, strict liability or any other legal theory. This warranty will apply to the full extent permitted by law. The invalidity, in whole or part, of any portion of this warranty will not affect the remainder. Ordering Procedure Contact your local distributor for availability. When placing an order, indicate the full product name. Specify the Sprinkler Identification Number (SIN), quantity, and temperature rating. Refer to the Price List for a complete listing of Part Numbers. Sprinkler Assemblies Specify: (temperature rating), natural brass, TY7126 Upright Sprinkler, P/N (specify). 165 F/74 C............... P/N 58-447-1-165 214 F/101 C.............. P/N 58-447-1-214 Special-Order Sprinkler Assemblies with ISO Thread Connections Specify: (temperature rating), natural brass, TY7126 Upright Sprinkler with ISO thread connection, P/N (specify). 165 F/74 C............... P/N 58-448-1-165 214 F/101 C.............. P/N 58-448-1-214 Sprinkler Wrench Specify: W-Type 1 Sprinkler Wrench, P/N 56-001-0-686. 2007-2009 TYCO FIRE SUPPRESSION & BUILDING PRODUCTS, 451 North Cannon Avenue, Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446