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MICROFAST® QUICK
TECHNICAL DATA RESPONSE UPRIGHT
SPRINKLER VK350 (K8.0)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: [email protected]
Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page: www.vikinggroupinc.com

1. DESCRIPTION
The Viking Microfast® Quick Response Upright Sprinkler VK350 is a small,
thermosensitive, glass-bulb spray sprinkler available in several different finishes, tem-
perature ratings, and K-Factors to meet design requirements. The special Polyester,
and Electroless Nickel PTFE (ENT) coatings can be used in decorative applications
where colors are desired. In addition, these coatings have been investigated for instal-
lation in corrosive environments and are listed/approved as indicated in the Approval
Charts.

2. LISTINGS AND APPROVALS

cULus Listed: Category VNIV

FM Approved: Class Series 2000

VdS Approved: Certificates G414017, G414018, G4980020, and G4060054

LPCB Approved: Certificate 096e/03 

CE: Standard EN 12259-1,DOP Sprinklers_VdS_23-5-13, DOP
Sprinklers_LPCB_5-2-19 & DOP_VK350ENT_6-11-19

China Approval: Approved according to China GB standard

MED Certified: Standard EN 12259-1, EC-certificate of conformity 0832-

MED-1003
NOTE: Other International approval certificates are available upon request.
Refer to Approval Chart 1 and Design Criteria cULus Listing requirements, and refer to Approval Chart 2 and Design Criteria FM
Approval requirements that must be followed.

3. TECHNICAL DATA
Specifications:
Minimum Operating Pressure: 7 psi (0.5 bar)*
Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi (12 bar) wwp.
Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)
Testing: U.S.A. Patent No. 4,831,870
Thread size: 1/2” NPT, 15 mm BSPT, 3/4” NPT, or 20 mm BSPT
Nominal K-Factor: 8.0 U.S. (115.2 metric**)
Glass-bulb fluid temperature rated to -65 °F (-55 °C)
Overall Length: 2-5/16” (59 mm)
*cULus Listing, FM Approval, and NFPA 13 installs require a minimum of 7 psi (0.5 bar). The minimum operating pressure for LPCB and CE
Approvals ONLY is 5 psi (0.35 bar).
Material Standards:
Frame Casting: Brass UNS-C84400
Deflector: Copper UNS-C19500
Bulb: Glass, nominal 3 mm diameter
Belleville Spring Sealing Assembly: Nickel Alloy, coated on both sides with PTFE Tape
Screw: Brass UNS-C36000
Pip Cap and Insert Assembly: Copper UNS-C11000 and Stainless Steel UNS-S30400
For Polyester Coated Sprinklers: Belleville Spring-Exposed
For ENT Coated Sprinklers: Belleville Spring-Exposed, Screw and Pipcap - ENT plated.
Ordering Information: (Also refer to the current Viking price list.)
Order Viking Microfast® Quick Response Upright Sprinkler VK350 by first adding the appropriate suffix for the sprinkler finish and
then the appropriate suffix for the temperature rating to the sprinkler base part number.
Finish Suffix: Brass = A, Chrome = F, White Polyester = M-/W, Black Polyester = M-/B, and ENT = JN
Temperature Suffix (°F/°C): 135°/57° = A, 155°/68° = B, 175°/79° = D, 200°/93° = E, and 286°/141° = G
Form No. F_033014 20.10.22 Rev 20.1 Replaces Form F_033014 Rev 19.2
(Revised CE approvals.)
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MICROFAST® QUICK
TECHNICAL DATA RESPONSE UPRIGHT
SPRINKLER VK350 (K8.0)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: [email protected]
Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page: www.vikinggroupinc.com
For example, sprinkler VK350 with a 1/2” thread, Brass finish and a 155 °F/68 °C temperature rating = Part No. 18259AB
Available Finishes And Temperature Ratings: Refer to Table 1.
Accessories: (Also refer to the Viking website.)
Sprinkler Wrench: Standard Wrench: Part No. 21475M/B (available since 2017)
Sprinkler Cabinets:
A. Six-head capacity: Part No. 01724A (available since 1971)
B. Twelve-head capacity: Part No. 01725A (available since 1971)

4. INSTALLATION
Refer to appropriate NFPA Installation Standards.

5. OPERATION
During fire conditions, the heat-sensitive liquid in the glass bulb expands, causing the glass to shatter, releasing the pip cap and
sealing spring assembly. Water flowing through the sprinkler orifice strikes the sprinkler deflector, forming a uniform spray pattern
to extinguish or control the fire.

6. INSPECTIONS, TESTS AND MAINTENANCE

Refer to NFPA 25 for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance requirements.

7. AVAILABILITY
The Viking Microfast® Quick Response Upright Sprinkler VK350 is available through a network of domestic and international distributors.
See The Viking Corporation web site for the closest distributor or contact The Viking Corporation.

8. GUARANTEE
For details of warranty, refer to Viking’s current list price schedule or contact Viking directly.

TABLE 1: AVAILABLE SPRINKLER TEMPERATURE RATINGS AND FINISHES

Sprinkler Temperature Sprinkler Nominal Maximum Ambient
Bulb Color
Classification Temperature Rating1 Ceiling Temperature2
Ordinary 135 °F (57 °C) 100 °F (38 °C) Orange
Ordinary 155 °F (68 °C) 100 °F (38 °C) Red
Intermediate 175 °F (79 °C) 150 °F (65 °C) Yellow
Intermediate 200 °F (93 °C) 150 °F (65 °C) Green
High 286 °F (141 °C) 225 °F (107 °C) Blue
Sprinkler Finishes: Brass, Chrome, White Polyester, Black Polyester, and ENT
Corrosion-Resistant Coatings3: White Polyester, Black Polyester and ENT. ENT in all temperature ratings except 135 °F (57 °C)
Footnotes
1
The sprinkler temperature rating is stamped on the deflector.
2
Based on NFPA-13. Other limits may apply, depending on fire loading, sprinkler location, and other requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
Refer to specific installation standards.
3
The corrosion-resistant coatings have passed the standard corrosion test required by the approving agencies indicated on pages 51c-e. These tests
cannot and do not represent all possible corrosive environments. Prior to installation, verify through the end-user that the coatings are compatible
with or suitable for the proposed environment. For automatic sprinklers, the coatings indicated are applied to the exposed exterior surfaces only.
Note that the spring is exposed on sprinklers with Polyester, ENT, and PTFE coatings. For ENT coated automatic sprinklers, the waterway is coated.

2-5/16ʺ Nominal Pipe

(59 mm) Engagement
7/16ʺ
(11 mm)

Figure 1: Sprinkler Wrench Figure 2: Sprinkler Dimensions

Form No. F_033014 20.10.22 Rev 20.1
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MICROFAST® QUICK
TECHNICAL DATA RESPONSE UPRIGHT
SPRINKLER VK350 (K8.0)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: [email protected]
Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page: www.vikinggroupinc.com

Approval Chart 1 (UL)

Microfast® Quick Response
Upright Sprinkler VK350
Maximum 175 PSI (12 bar) WWP
Nominal Listings and Approvals3
Base Thread Size Overall Length (Refer also to Design Criteria.)
K-Factor
Part SIN
Number1 China
NPT BSPT U.S. metric2 Inches mm cULus4 VdS LPCB CE MED10
Approval
18257 VK350 3/4” -- 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2 A1 A1 B2, B47 B1 --
18278 VK350 -- 20 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2 A1 A1 B2, B47 B1 --
182599 VK350 1/2” 15 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2 A1 -- B2, B47 -- --
20237 11
VK350 -- 20 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 C3 -- -- -- -- C3
NOTICE - Product Below - Limited Availability (Contact Local Viking Office)
06665B VK350 3/4” -- 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2 A1 A1 B17 B1 --
14817 VK350 -- 20 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2 A1 A1 B17 B1 --
06764B9 VK350 1/2” 15 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2 A1 -- A18 -- --
Approved Temperature Ratings Approved Finishes
A - 135 °F (57 °C), 155 °F (68 °C), 175 °F (79 °C), 200 °F (93 °C), and 286 °F 1 - Brass, Chrome, White Polyester5,6, and Black Polyester5,6
(141°C) 2 - ENT5
B - 155 °F (68 °C), 175 °F (79 °C), 200 °F (93 °C), and 286 °F (141°C) 3 - Chrome
C - 155 °F (68 °C) 4 - Brass, Chrome, White Polyester5,6, and Black Polyester5,6,
and ENT
Footnotes
1. Base part number is shown. For complete part number, refer to Viking’s current price schedule.
2. Metric K-factor measurement shown is when pressure is measured in Bar. When pressure is measured in kPa, divide the metric K-factor shown by 10.0.
3. This table shows the listings and approvals available at the time of printing. Check with the manufacturer for any additional approvals.
4. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for use in the U.S. and Canada.
5. cULus Listed as corrosion resistant.
6. Other colors are available on request with the same Listings and Approvals as the standard colors.
7. CE: Standard EN 12259-1, Declaration of Performance DOP Sprinklers_LPCB_5-2-19 & DOP_VK350ENT_6-11-19.
8. CE: Standard EN 12259-1, Declaration of Performance DOP Sprinklers_VdS_23-5-13.
9. The 1/2” NPT Large Orifice Sprinkler is listed and approved for retrofit only when installed in accordance with NFPA 13.
10. MED Certified, Standard EN 12259-1, EC-certificate 0832-MED-1003.
11. Approved according to China GB Standard.

DESIGN CRITERIA - UL
(Also refer to Approval Chart 1)

cULus Listing Requirements:

The Microfast® Quick Response Upright Sprinkler VK350 is cULus Listed as indicated in Approval Chart 1 for installation in accordance with the latest
edition of NFPA 13 for standard spray sprinklers.
• Designed for use in Light and Ordinary Hazard occupancies.
• The sprinkler installation rules contained in NFPA 13 for standard spray upright sprinklers must be followed.

IMPORTANT: Always refer to Bulletin Form No. F_091699 - Care and Handling of Sprinklers. Also refer to Bulletin Form No.
F_080614 for general care, installation, and maintenance information. Viking sprinklers are to be installed in accordance with
the latest edition of Viking technical data, the appropriate standards of NFPA, LPCB, APSAD, VdS or other similar organiza-
tions, and also with the provisions of governmental codes, ordinances, and standards, whenever applicable.

Form No. F_033014 20.10.22 Rev 20.1

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MICROFAST® QUICK
TECHNICAL DATA RESPONSE UPRIGHT
SPRINKLER VK350 (K8.0)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: [email protected]
Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page: www.vikinggroupinc.com

Approval Chart 2 (FM)

Microfast® Quick Response
Upright Sprinkler VK350
Maximum 175 PSI (12 bar) WWP

Base Part Thread Size Nominal K-Factor Overall Length FM Approvals3

SIN
Number1 (Refer also to Design Criteria below.)
NPT BSPT U.S. metric2 Inches mm
18257 VK350 3/4” -- 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2
18278 VK350 -- 20 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2
182595 VK350 1/2” -- 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2
202377 VK350 -- 20 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 C3
NOTICE - Product Below - Limited Availability (Contact Local Viking Office)
06665B VK350 3/4” -- 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2
14817 VK350 -- 20 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2
06764B5 VK350 1/2” 15 mm 8.0 115.2 2-5/16 59 A1, B2
Approved Temperature Ratings Approved Finishes
A - 135 °F (57 °C), 155 °F (68 °C), 175 °F (79 °C), 200 °F 1 - Brass, Chrome, White Polyester4, and Black Polyester4
(93 °C), and 286 °F (141°C) 2 - ENT6
B - 155 °F (68 °C), 175 °F (79 °C), 200 °F (93 °C), and 3 - Chrome
286 °F (141°C)
C - 155 °F (68 °C)
Footnotes
1. Base part number is shown. For complete part number, refer to Viking’s current price schedule.
2. Metric K-factor measurement shown is when pressure is measured in Bar. When pressure is measured in kPa, divide the metric K-factor shown by 10.0.
3. This table shows the FM Approvals available at the time of printing. Check with the manufacturer for any additional approvals.
4. Other colors are available on request with the same Approvals as the standard colors.
5. The 1/2” NPT Large Orifice Sprinkler is listed and approved for retrofit only when installed in accordance with NFPA 13.
6. FM approved as corrosion resistant.
7. Approved according to China GB Standard.

DESIGN CRITERIA - FM
(Also refer to Approval Chart 2 above.)

FM Approval Requirements:
The Microfast® Quick Response Upright Sprinkler VK350 is FM Approved as a quick response Non-Storage upright sprinkler as indicated in the FM
Approval Guide. For specific application and installation requirements, reference the latest applicable FM Loss Prevention Data Sheets (including Data
Sheet 2-0). FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheets contain guidelines relating to, but not limited to: minimum water supply requirements, hydraulic
design, ceiling slope and obstructions, minimum and maximum allowable spacing, and deflector distance below the ceiling.
NOTE: The FM installation guidelines may differ from cULus and/or NFPA criteria.

IMPORTANT: Always refer to Bulletin Form No. F_091699 - Care and Handling of Sprinklers. Also refer to Bulletin Form No.
F_080614 for general care, installation, and maintenance information. Viking sprinklers are to be installed in accordance with
the latest edition of Viking technical data, the appropriate standards of NFPA, FM Global, LPCB, APSAD, VdS or other similar
organizations, and also with the provisions of governmental codes, ordinances, and standards, whenever applicable.

Form No. F_033014 20.10.22 Rev 20.1 Replaces Form F_033014 Rev 19.2
(Revised CE approvals.)