Johnson Controls tyco TY-FRB Series Manual

Series TY-FRB – 5.6 K-factor
Conventional (Old Style) Sprinklers
Quick Response
General
Description
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-fac-
tor, Conventional Sprinklers, Quick
Response described in this technical
data sheet are quick response, stan-
dard coverage, decorative 3 mm glass
bulb type spray sprinklers. These sprin-
klers are intended to be installed either
pendent or upright, and in either posi-
tion, they produce a spherical water
discharge pattern with approximately
50% of the discharge directed upwards
and approximately 50% of the dis-
charge directed downwards.
Conventional sprinklers are generally
used with Ordinary and Extra High
Hazard Class Systems, as defined by
the automatic sprinkler system instal-
lation rules of the country and author-
ity having jurisdiction. The NATIONAL
FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
(NFPA) permits the use of "Old Style
Sprinklers" where special construction
features require a unique water distri-
bution; for the protection of fur vaults;
or, the replacement of similar sprinklers
that had been installed prior to 1955.
NOTICE
The Series TY-FRB Sprinklers de-
scribed herein must be installed and
maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the appli-
cable standards of the NATIONAL
FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION, in
addition to the standards of any other
IMPORTANT
Refer to Technical Data Sheet
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
regulatory and health information.
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the "INSTALLER
WARNING" that provides cautions
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents. Improper handling and
installation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its compo-
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.
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authorities having jurisdiction. Failure
to do so may impair the performance
of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. Contact the installing contrac-
tor or product manufacturer with any
questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Numbers (SINs)
TY363
TY3630 (LPCB Approved only)
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
VdS Approved
LPCB Approved (TY3630 only)
Sprinklers with Polyester Finish are UL
and C-UL Listed as Corrosion-Resistant
Sprinklers.
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Discharge Coefficient
K=5.6 GPM/psi ½ (80,6 LPM/bar
Temperature Ratings
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C)
175°F (79°C)
200°F (93°C)
286°F (141°C)
Finishes
Sprinkler: Refer to Table A.
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass/Copper
Sealing Assembly . . . Stainless Steel w/TEFLON
Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
AUGUST 2018
Worldwide
Contacts
Operation
The glass bulb contains a fluid which
expands when exposed to heat. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the
glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler to
activate and water to flow.
Design
Criteria
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-fac-
tor, Conventional Sprinklers, Quick
Response are intended for fire protec-
tion systems designed in accordance
with the standard installation rules
½ )
recognized by the applicable Listing
or Approval agency (e.g., UL Listing is
based on NFPA 13 requirements). The
Series TY-FRB Conventional Sprinklers
are only for non-recessed applications.
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