Tyco TY-L Series Manual

Series TY-L — 5.6 and 8.0 K-factor
Upright, Pendent, and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
Standard Response, Standard Coverage
General
Description
The TYCO Series TY-L, 5.6 and 8.0
K-factor, Upright and Pendent Sprin-
klers described in this data sheet are
standard response -standard cover-
age, solder type spray sprinklers de-
signed for use in light, ordinary, and
extra hazard, commercial occupan-
cies such as banks, hotels, shopping
malls, factories, refineries, chemical
plants, etc.
The recessed version of the Series
TY-L Pendent Sprinkler, where appli-
cable, is intended for use in areas with
a finished ceiling. It uses a two-piece
Style 20 (1/2 inch NPT) or Style 30
(3/4 inch NPT) Recessed Escutcheon.
The Recessed Escutcheon provides
1/4 in. (6,4 mm) of recessed adjust-
ment or up to 1/2 in. (12,7 mm) of to-
tal adjustment from the flush pendent
position. The adjustment provided by
the Recessed Escutcheon reduces
the accuracy to which the fixed pipe
drops to the sprinklers must be cut.
Corrosion resistant coatings, where
applicable, are utilized to extend the
life of copper alloy sprinklers beyond
that which would otherwise be ob-
tained when exposed to corrosive at-
mospheres. Although corrosion resis-
tant coated sprinklers have passed the
standard corrosion tests of the appli-
cable approval agencies, the testing is
not representative of all possible cor-
rosive atmospheres. Consequently, it
is recommended that the end user be
consulted with respect to the suitabil-
ity of these coatings for any given cor-
IMPORTANT
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the "INSTALLER
WARNING" that provides cau-
tions with respect to handling
and installation of sprinkler sys-
tems and components. Improp-
er handling and installation can
permanently damage
kler system or its components
and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.
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rosive environment. The effects of am-
bient temperature, concentration of
chemicals, and gas/chemical velocity,
should be considered, as a minimum,
along with the corrosive nature of the
chemical to which the sprinklers will
be exposed.
An intermediate level version of the
Series TY-L Pendent Sprinkler can be
obtained by utilizing the Series TY-L
Pendent Sprinkler in combination with
the Model S Shield.
NOTICE
The TYCO Series TY-L, 5.6 and 8.0 K-
factor, Upright and Pendent Sprinklers
described herein must be installed
and maintained in compliance with
this document, as well as with the ap-
plicable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, in addition to
the standards of any other authorities
having jurisdiction. Failure to do so
may impair the performance of these
devices.
The owner is responsible for maintain-
ing their fire protection system and de-
vices in proper operating condition.
The installing contractor or sprinkler
manufacturer should be contacted
with any questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
TY3111 . . . . . .Upright 5 .6K, 1/2" NPT
TY3211 . . . . Pendent 5 .6K, 1/2" NPT
TY4111 . . . . . Upright 8 .0K, 3/4" NPT
TY4211 . . . . . Pendent 8 .0K, 3/4" NPT
TY4811 . . . . .Upright 8 .0K, 1/2" NPT
TY4911 . . . . Pendent 8 .0K, 1/2" NPT
TY3111 is a re-designation for S1800
and G3111.
TY3211 is a re-designation for S1801
and G3112.
TY4111 is a re-designation for S1810
and G3101.
TY4211 is a re-designation for S1811
a sprin-
and G3102.
TY4811 is a re-designation for S1805.
TY4911 is a re-designation for S1806.
MAY 2014
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Contacts
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