Globe GL Series Quick Manual

D
ESCRIPTION AND
The Globe Quick Response Series GL-QR/ST/INT Intermediate Level Sprin-
klers are primarily designed for use in rack storage sprinkler systems, where their
thermosensitive elements must be shielded from the water spray of higher
elevation sprinklers which could operate earlier during a fire. The Globe Se-
ries GL-QR/ST/INT Sprinkler is a low profile yet durable design which utilizes a
frangible glass ampule as the thermosensitive element. This provides sprinkler
operation approximately six times faster than ordinary sprinklers.
Quick Response Sprinkler can be installed wherever standard Intermediate
Level Sprinklers are specified. Quick Response Sprinklers should be used
advisedly and under the direction of approving authorities having jurisdiction
and in accordance with their listings.
The Globe Intermediate Level Sprinklers are available in either upright
or pendent styles, with 5.6, 8.0*, 8.0, or 11.2 K-factor orifices, in several
temperature ratings and with various finishes to meet customer requirements.
The Upright style is factory fitted with a water shield having a 3 3/4" diameter.
The water shield for the pendent may be either factory fitted or installed
in the field (see shield part numbers below). Either style can be provided
with sprinkler guards for use where mechanical injury might be expected. The
Upright style may be provided with a one piece head guard and shield; when
ordered as such (order as GL5615, GL8115, GL8118, or GL1123 with sprinkler
guard part number 321406 (red) or 321407 (chrome)).
The heart of Globe's Series GL-QR sprinkler proven actuating assembly is a
hermetically sealed frangible glass ampule that contains a precisely measured
amount of fluid. When heat is absorbed, the liquid within the bulb expands
increasing the internal pressure. At the prescribed temperature the internal
pressure within the ampule exceeds the strength of the glass causing the glass
to shatter. This results in water discharge which is distributed in an approved
pattern depending upon the deflector style used.
T
ECHNICAL
•
See reverse side for Approvals and Specifications.
•
Temperature Ratings -
135°F (57°C), 155°F (68°C), 175°F (79°C), 200°F (93°C), 286°F (141°C)
• Water Working Pressure Rating - 175 psi (12 Bars)
• Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34 Bars)
• Maximum low temperature glass bulb rating is -67°F (-55°C)
• Frame - bronze
• Bulb Seat - copper
• Bulb - glass with alcohol based solution, 3mm size
• Shield - steel - 3 3/4" diameter
Sprinkler Temperature Rating/Classification And Color Coding
CLASSIFICATION
ORDINARY
INTERMEDIATE
HIGH
JUNE 2018
O
PERATION
D
ATA
• Deflector - brass • Screw - brass
• Spring - nickel alloy
AVAILABLE SPRINKLER
TEMPERATURES
135°F/155°F 57°C/68°C
175°F/200°F 79°C/93°C
286°F
Q
UICK
A
UTOMATIC
I
NTERMEDIATE
U
PRIGHT
• Seal - teflon
BULB COLOR
ORANGE/RED
YELLOW/GREEN
141°C BLUE
R
ESPONSE
S
PRINKLERS
GL S
ERIES
L
EVEL
P
ENDENT
The
SERIES GL-QR/ST/INT
QUICK RESPONSE
UPRIGHT
SERIES GL-QR/ST/INT
QUICK RESPONSE
PENDENT
SHIELD PART NUMBERS
1/2"NPT
325706
N.F.P.A. MAXIMUM CEILING
TEMPERATURE
100°F
150°F
225°F
3/4"NPT
325707
38°C
66°C
107°C
GFS-400 (Formerly A-39)