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Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor

Upright, Pendent, and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
Quick Response, Standard Coverage
General NOTICE
The TYCO Series TY-FRB Sprinklers
Description described herein must be installed
and maintained in compliance with
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, this document, as well as with the
Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323) applicable standards of the National
Sprinklers described in this data sheet Fire Protection Association, in addition
are quick response, standard coverage, to the standards of any other authori-
decorative 3 mm glass bulb-type spray ties having jurisdiction. Failure to do so
sprinklers designed for use in light or may impair the performance of these
ordinary hazard, commercial occupan- devices.
cies such as banks, hotels, and shop-
ping malls. The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
The recessed version of the Series and devices in proper operating con-
TY-FRB Pendent Sprinkler, where dition. Contact the installing contrac-
applicable, is intended for use in areas tor or product manufacturer with any
with a finished ceiling. This recessed questions.
pendent sprinkler uses one of the
following:
• A two-piece Style 15 Recessed
Sprinkler
Escutcheon with recessed adjust-
ment up to 5/8 inch (15,9 mm) from
Identification
the flush pendent position. Number (SIN)
• A two-piece Style 20 Recessed TY313 ����������� Upright 5.6K, 1/2˝ NPT
Escutcheon with recessed adjust- TY323 ����������Pendent 5.6K, 1/2˝ NPT
ment up to 1/2 inch (12,7 mm) from
the flush pendent position.
Technical
The adjustment provided by the Operation
Recessed Escutcheon reduces the
accuracy to which the fixed pipe drops
Data The glass bulb contains a fluid which
to the sprinklers must be cut. Approvals expands when exposed to heat. When
Refer to Table A the rated temperature is reached, the
Intermediate level versions of Series fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the
TY-FRB Sprinklers are described in Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12.1 bar)
glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler to
Technical Data Sheet TFP357. Sprin- activate and water to flow.
kler guards and shields are described 250 psi (17.2 bar)*
in Technical Data Sheet TFP780. * The maximum working pressure of 250 psi (17.2 bar)
only applies to the listing by Underwriters Laborato-
ries, Inc. (UL).
Design
Discharge Coefficient Criteria
K=5.6 GPM/psi½ (80,6 LPM/bar ½)
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor,
Temperature Rating Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323)
Refer to Table A Sprinklers are intended for fire protec-
tion systems designed in accordance
IMPORTANT Finishes
with the standard installation rules
Always refer to Technical Data Sprinkler: Refer to Table B
recognized by the applicable Listing or
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER Recessed Escutcheon: White Coated, Approval agency (such as, UL Listing
WARNING” that provides cautions Black Coated, Chrome Plated, or Brass is based on the requirements of NFPA
with respect to handling and instal- Plated 13, and FM Approval is based on the
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
Physical Characteristics requirements of FM’s Loss Prevention
ponents. Improper handling and
Frame �������������������������������������������������������Bronze Data Sheets). Only the Style 15 or Style
installation can permanently damage
Button ������������������������������������������� Brass/Copper 20 Recessed Escutcheon is to be used
a sprinkler system or its compo-
Sealing Assembly . . . Stainless Steel w/TEFLON for recessed pendent installations.
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail Bulb ������������������������������������������������������������� Glass
to operate in a fire situation or cause Compression Screw ���������������������������������Bronze
it to operate prematurely. Deflector ���������������������������������������������������Bronze

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Components:
1 - Frame 4 - Bulb
* Temperature rating is ** Pipe thread connections per ISO 7-1
indicated on Deflector. can be provided on special request.
2 - Button 5 - Compression STYLE 15 or 20
3 - Sealing Screw ESCUTCHEON PLATE 1/2" 7/16" (11,1 mm) RECESSED
Assembly 6 - Deflector * DEFLECTOR * SEATING SURFACE NPT ** NOMINAL MAKE-IN ESCUTCHEON
6*

5 7/16"
(11,1 mm)
4 NOMINAL 2"
MAKE-IN (50,8 mm)
2 2" 1-3/8"
(50,8 mm) (34,9 mm)
3 WRENCH
FLATS
1
1/2" NPT** DEFLECTOR * 2-7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA.
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT
FIGURE 1
SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT (TY313) AND PENDENT (TY323) SPRINKLERS
5.6 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT, QUICK RESPONSE

Installation Step 2. With pipe-thread sealant

applied to the pipe threads, hand-
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323) fitting.
WRENCH RECESS
(USE ONLY Sprinklers must be installed in accor- Step 3. Tighten the sprinkler into the
END "A") dance with this section. sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type
General Instructions 6 Sprinkler Wrench (Figure 2). With ref-
FIGURE 2 Do not install any bulb-type sprinkler erence to Figure 1, apply the W-Type 6
W-TYPE 6 if the bulb is cracked or there is a loss Sprinkler Wrench to the wrench flats.
SPRINKLER WRENCH of liquid from the bulb. With the sprin- Torque sprinklers 7 to 14 ft.-lbs. (9,5 to
kler held horizontally, a small air bubble 19,0 Nm).
should be present. The diameter of the Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
WRENCH air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch The Series TY-FRB Recessed Pendent
RECESS (1,6 mm) for the 135°F (57°C) and 3/32 Sprinklers must be installed in accor-
inch (2,4 mm) for the 286°F (141°C) tem- dance with the following instructions.
perature ratings.
Step A. After installing the Style 15
A leak-tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler or Style 20 Mounting Plate over the
joint should be obtained by applying a sprinkler threads, and with pipe-thread
minimum to maximum torque of 7 to 14 sealant applied to the pipe threads,
ft.-lbs. (9,5 to 19,0 Nm). Higher levels hand-tighten the sprinkler into the
of torque can distort the sprinkler Inlet sprinkler fitting.
with consequent leakage or impairment
PUSH WRENCH of the sprinkler. Step B. Tighten the sprinkler into the
IN TO ENSURE sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type
Do not attempt to compensate for 7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench (Figure
ENGAGEMENT insufficient adjustment in the Escutch-
WITH SPRINKLER 3). With reference to Figure 1, apply the
eon Plate by under- or over-tightening W-Type 7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench
WRENCHING AREA the sprinkler. Re-adjust the position of to the sprinkler wrench flats. Torque
FIGURE 3 the sprinkler fitting to suit. sprinklers 7 to 14 ft.-lbs. (9,5 to 19,0
W-TYPE 7 RECESSED Upright and Pendent Sprinklers Nm).
SPRINKLER WRENCH The Series TY-FRB Upright and Step C. After ceiling installation and
Pendent Sprinklers must be installed finishing, slide on the Style 15 or Style
in accordance with the following 20 Closure over the Series TY-FRB
instructions. Sprinkler and push the Closure over the
Step 1. Install Pendent sprinklers in the Mounting Plate until its flange comes in
pendent position. Install upright sprin- contact with the ceiling.
klers in the upright position.
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Care and 2-7/8" DIA.

(73,0 mm)
Maintenance 2-1/4" DIA.
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, FACE OF (57,2 mm)
Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323) SPRINKLER
Sprinklers must be maintained and ser- FITTING 5/8" (15,9 mm)
viced in accordance with this section. FLUSH
Before closing a fire protection system 3/8±5/16"
main control valve for maintenance (9,5±7,9 mm)
work on the fire protection system
that it controls, obtain permission to 1/8"
shut down the affected fire protection MOUNTING
SURFACE (3,2 mm)
systems from the proper authorities
and notify all personnel who may be 1-3/8" (34,9 mm)
CLOSURE SERIES MOUNTING
affected by this action.
TY-FRB PLATE 3/4" (19,1 mm)
Absence of the outer piece of an
escutcheon, which is used to cover FIGURE 4
a clearance hole, can delay sprinkler SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY (TY323)
operation in a fire situation. WITH TWO PIECE 5/8 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT STYLE 15
RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
The owner must assure that the sprin-
klers are not used for hanging any
objects and that the sprinklers are only 2-7/8" DIA.
cleaned by means of gently dusting (73,0 mm)
with a feather duster; otherwise, non- FACE OF
operation in the event of a fire or inad- SPRINKLER 2-1/4" DIA.
vertent operation may result. FITTING (57,2 mm)

Sprinklers which are found to be 5/16±1/4"

leaking or exhibiting visible signs of 1/2" (12,7 mm)
(7,9±6,4 mm)
corrosion must be replaced. FLUSH
Automatic sprinklers must never be
painted, plated, coated, or other-
wise altered after leaving the factory.
Modified sprinklers must be replaced. MOUNTING 1/8"
Sprinklers that have been exposed to SURFACE (3,2 mm)
corrosive products of combustion, but
have not operated, should be replaced
if they cannot be completely cleaned CLOSURE SERIES MOUNTING 1-3/8" (34,9 mm)
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or TY-FRB PLATE 7/8" (22,2 mm)
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. FIGURE 5
Care must be exercised to avoid SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY (TY323)
damage to the sprinklers before, WITH TWO PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT STYLE 20
during, and after installation. Sprin- RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
klers damaged by dropping, striking,
wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must
be replaced. Also, replace any sprin- Limited Recessed Escutcheon
Specify: Style 15 Recessed Escutch-
kler that has a cracked bulb or that has
lost liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installa- Warranty eon with (specify*) finish, P/N (specify*)
Specify: Style 20 Recessed Escutch-
tion Section.)
For warranty terms and conditions, visit eon with (specify*) finish, P/N (specify*)
The owner is responsible for the www.tyco-fire.com. * Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP770
inspection, testing, and maintenance of
their fire protection system and devices
in compliance with this document, as Ordering Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
well as with the applicable standards
of the National Fire Protection Asso- Procedure P/N 56-000-6-387
Specify: W-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,
ciation (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to Contact your local distributor for avail- P/N 56-850-4-001
the standards of any other authorities ability. When placing an order, indicate
having jurisdiction. Contact the install- the full product name and Part Number
ing contractor or product manufacturer (P/N).
with any questions.
Sprinkler Assemblies with NPT
Automatic sprinkler systems are rec- Thread Connections
ommended to be inspected, tested, Specify: Series TY-FRB Upright or
and maintained by a qualified Inspec- Pendent (specify) Sprinkler, SIN
tion Service in accordance with local (specify), K=5.6, Quick Response,
requirements and/or national codes. (specify) temperature rating, (specify)
finish, P/N (specify, refer to Table A).
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SPRINKLER FINISH (See Note 7)

K BULB LIQUID NATURAL CHROME
TYPE TEMPERATURE POLYESTERc
FACTOR COLOR BRASS PLATED
135°F (57°C) Orange
UPRIGHT 155°F (68°C) Red
(TY313)
and 175°F (79°C) Yellow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
PENDENT
(TY323) 200°F (93°C) Green
5.6 286°F (141°C) Blue
1/2” NPT
135°F (57°C) Orange
RECESSED
PENDENT 155°F (68°C) Red
(TY313) 1, 2, 3, 4
175°F (79°C) Yellow
Figures 4a and 5 b
200°F (93°C) Green
Notes:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., (UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
2. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., for use in Canada (C-UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
4. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 354-01-E.
5. VdS Approved (For details, contact TYCO Fire Protective Products, Enschede, Netherlands, Tel. 31-53-428-4444/Fax 31-54-428-3377.)
6. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB Ref. No. 094a/06) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
7. Where Polyester Coated Sprinklers are noted to be UL and C-UL Listed, the sprinklers are UL and C-UL Listed as Corrosion-Resistant Sprinklers.
a. Installed with Style 15 (1/2” NPT) 5/8” Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
b. Installed with Style 20 (1/2” NPT) 1/2” Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
c. Frame and Deflector only. Listings and approvals apply to color (Special Order).

TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS FOR
5.6 K-FACTOR SPRINKLERS

P/N* 77 – XXX – X – XXX

SIN SPRINKLER TEMPERATURE
FINISH RATINGS

370 5.6K UPRIGHT (1/2˝ NPT) TY313 1 NATURAL BRASS 135 135°F (57°C)

371 5.6K PENDENT (1/2˝ NPT) TY323 PURE WHITE (RAL9010)**

3 155 155°F (68°C)
POLYESTER
* Use suffix “I” for ISO 7-1 connection; SIGNAL WHITE (RAL9003)
4 175 175°F (79°C)
for example, 77-370-4-175-I POLYESTER
JET BLACK (RAL9005)
5 200 200°F (93°C)
POLYESTER

9 CHROME PLATED 286 286°F (141°C)

** Eastern Hemisphere sales only

TABLE B
SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT AND PENDENT SPRINKLERS
PART NUMBER SELECTION

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