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Model ESFR-25
25.2 K-factor Pendent Sprinkler
Early Suppression, Fast Response
The Model ESFR-25 Sprinklers are pri-
IMPORTANT marily used for ceiling-only sprinkler
Refer to Technical Data Sheet protection of, but not limited to, the fol-
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to lowing storage applications:
regulatory and health information.
• Most encapsulated or non-encap-
Always refer to Technical Data sulated common materials including
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER cartoned, unexpanded plastics
WARNING” that provides cautions
• Uncartoned (exposed) expanded
with respect to handling and instal-
plastics in accordance with NFPA 13
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
and FM Global standards
ponents. Improper handling and
installation can permanently damage • Some storage arrangements of rub-
a sprinkler system or its compo- ber tires, roll paper, flammable liq-
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail uids, aerosols, and automotive
to operate in a fire situation or cause components
it to operate prematurely. For more specific criteria, see Table B
and the applicable design standard.
Scan the QR code or enter the URL The Model ESFR-25 Pendent Sprin- NOTICE
in a web browser to access the most klers provide the system designer The Model ESFR-25 Sprinklers
up-to-date electronic version of this with hydraulic and sprinkler place- described herein must be installed
document. Data rates may apply. ment options not presently available to and maintained in compliance with this
the traditional ESFR sprinklers having document, as well as with the applica-
nominal K-factors of 14.0 and 16.8. In ble standards of the National Fire Pro-
particular, the Model ESFR-25 Sprin- tection Association (NFPA), in addition
kler is designed to operate at substan- to the standards of any authorities
tially lower-end head pressures, as having jurisdiction, such as FM Global.
compared to ESFR Sprinklers having Failure to do so may impair the perfor-
nominal K-factors of 14.0 and 16.8. mance of these devices.
This feature offers flexibility when
sizing system piping, as well as pos- The owner is responsible for main-
sibly reducing or eliminating the need taining their fire protection system
for a system fire pump. and devices in proper operating con-
dition. Contact the installing contrac-
The Model ESFR-25 Sprinklers can tor or product manufacturer with any
eliminate the use of in-rack sprinklers questions.
when protecting high-piled storage of
docs.jci.com.tycofire/tfp312 specific materials up to the following In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
heights: FM Global installation standard, or
other applicable standard, must be
• NFPA: 40 ft (12,2 m) with ceilings up referenced to ensure applicability and
General to 45 ft (13,7m)
• FM: 45 ft (13,7 m) with ceilings up to
to obtain complete installation guide-
lines. The general guidelines in this
Description 50 ft (15,2 m) data sheet are not intended to provide
complete installation criteria.
For more specific criteria, see Table B
The TYCO Model ESFR-25 Pendent
and the applicable design standard.
Sprinklers are Early Suppression, Fast
Response (ESFR) sprinklers with a The Model ESFR-25 Sprinklers are
nominal K-factor of 25.2. The sprinkler listed by Underwriters Laboratories
assembly is shown in Figure 1. They are (UL) for specific applications with
suppression-mode sprinklers that are a maximum storage height of 43 ft
especially advantageous as a means of (13,1 m) with a maximum ceiling height
eliminating the use of in-rack sprinklers of 48 ft (14,6 m) without the require-
when protecting high-piled storage. ment for in-rack sprinklers. Refer to the
Specific Application Listing (UL) for the
design criteria.

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1 1" NPT

Components: 8 1-13/16"
9/16" (46,0 mm)
1 - Frame
(14,3 mm)
2 - Deflector
7 NOMINAL
3 - Compression MAKE-IN
Screw
4 - Hook 6
5 - Strut
3-13/16" CENTERLINE
6 - Link Assembly THERMAL
5 (96,8 mm)
7 - Button SENSING
8 - Sealing ELEMENT
Assembly
4
WRENCH
FLATS
3

2
TEMPERATURE
RATING
2" (50,8 mm)
FIGURE 1
MODEL ESFR-25 PENDENT SPRINKLER, 25.2K
EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE

Sprinkler Item Description

Identification Sprinkler Identification Number (SIN) TY9226

Number (SIN) K-factor, gpm/psi½ (Lpm/bar½) 25.2 gpm/psi½ (362,9 Lpm/bar½)

165˚F (74˚C)
See Table A Temperature Rating ˚F (˚C) 212˚F (100˚C)

Technical Thread Size 1 in. NPT or ISO 7-R 1

Data Sprinkler Orientation Pendent

Approvals Maximum Working Pressure, psi (bar) 175 psi (12,1 bar)
UL and C-UL Listed
FM Approved TABLE A
VdS Approved MODEL ESFR-25 PENDENT SPRINKLER
NYC Approved under MEA 356-01-E TECHNICAL DATA
LPCB Certified (Cert. Nos. 094b and 007l

Operation Design
EAC Approved
Finish
Natural Brass The fusible link assembly is com-
prised of two link halves that are joined
Criteria
Physical Characteristics together by a thin layer of solder. When The following general guidelines pro-
Frame ���������������������������������������������������������Brass the rated temperature is reached, the
Deflector ���������������������������������������������������Bronze
vided for the TYCO Model ESFR-25
Compression Screw �������������������� Stainless Steel solder melts and the two link halves Pendent Sprinklers can be used for a
Hook ��������������������������������������������������������MONEL separate, activating the sprinkler and quick reference.
Strut ���������������������������������������������������������MONEL flowing water.
Link Assembly ��������������������������������Solder, Nickel The National Fire Protection Associa-
Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper/Stainless Steel tion (NFPA) and FM Global (FM Approv-
Sealing Assembly. . Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON als) provide installation standards that
must be used to properly design an
Additional Technical Data automatic sprinkler system utilizing
See Table A
Early Suppression, Fast Response
(ESFR) Sprinklers. The guidelines pro-
vided by NFPA and FM Global may
differ. Consequently, the appropri-
ate standard must be used for a given
installation.
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Storage Type NFPA FM Global

Sprinkler Type ESFR Storage

Response Type FR QR

System Type Wet Wet

165˚F (74˚C) 165˚F (74˚C)

Temperature Rating ˚F (˚C) 212˚F (100˚C) 212˚F (100˚C)
Open Frame (i.e., no solid shelves), Single, Double, Multiple- Refer to FM Global
Row, or Portable Rack Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or Refer to NFPA 13 2-0 and 8-9
B Plastics
Solid Pile or Palletized Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or Refer to FM Global
Refer to NFPA 13
B Plastics 2-0 and 8-9

Refer to FM Global
Idle Pallet Storage Refer to NFPA 13 2-0, 8-9, and 8-24

Refer to FM Global
Rubber Tire Storage Refer to NFPA 13 2-0 and 8-3

Roll Paper Storage Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM Global 8-21

(Refer to the Standard)

Flammable/Ignitable Liquid Storage Refer to NFPA 30 Refer to FM Global 7-29

(Refer to the Standard)

Aerosol Storage Refer to NFPA 30B Refer to FM Global 7-31

(Refer to the Standard)

Automotive Components in Portable Racks Refer to NFPA 13 N/A

(Control mode only; refer to the Standard)
N/A – Not Applicable

TABLE B
MODEL ESFR-25 PENDENT SPRINKLER
COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW

General guidelines are not intended to

provide complete installation criteria.
Minimum Coverage Area
64 ft² (5,8 m²) per Specific
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM Global installation standard must
NFPA 13 / FM Global 2-0
Maximum Spacing
Application
be referenced to ensure applicabil-
ity and to obtain complete installation
• 12 ft (3,7 m) for building heights up
to 30 ft (9,1 m)
Listing (UL)
guidelines. For more information, see
• 10 ft (3,1 m) for building heights TYCO Model ESFR-25 Pendent Sprin-
Table B.
greater than 30 ft (9,1 m) klers are listed by Underwriters Labo-
Roof Construction ratories (UL) for Specific Applications
Minimum Spacing
Unobstructed or obstructed construc- with a ceiling height greater than 45
8 ft (2,4 m)
tion, such as smooth ceiling, bar joists, ft (13,7 m) up to and including 48 ft
beam and girder. Minimum Clearance to Commodity (14,6 m), and a storage arrangement up
36 in. (914 mm) to and including 43 ft (13,1 m).
Note: Where the depths of the solid
structural members, as in beams and NFPA For guidelines about the TYCO Model
stem, exceed 12 in. (302 mm), install Deflector-to-Ceiling Distance ESFR-25 Pendent Sprinkler Specific
ESFR Sprinklers in each channel 6 in. to 18 in. (152 mm to 457 mm) Applications Listing (UL) Design Crite-
formed by the structural members. ria, see Table C.
FM Global
Ceiling Slope Centerline of Thermal Sensing
Maximum 2 in. rise for 12 in. run (16.7%) Element-to-Ceiling Distance
Maximum Coverage Area Refer to FM Global 2-0 for Storage
100 ft² (9,3 m²) Sprinklers.
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Description Specification, UL

Sprinkler Type ESFR

165˚F (74˚C)
Temperature Rating ˚F (˚C) 212˚F (100˚C)

Response Type QR

Pendent, frame arms aligned with pipe,

Sprinkler Position deflectors parallel with ceiling or roof

System Type Wet

Maximum Area of Coverage 100 ft2 (9,3 m2)

Minimum Area of Coverage 64 ft2 (5,8 m2)

Maximum Slope Ceiling 2 in. rise for 12 in. run (16.7%)

Maximum Spacing 10 ft (3,1 m)

Minimum Spacing 8 ft (2,4 m)

Minimum of 4 in. (100 mm) from walls but no more than 1/2 the
Deflector Distance from Walls allowable distance permitted between sprinklers

Deflector to Top of Storage Minimum of 36 in. (914 mm)

Deflector to Ceiling Distance 6 in. to 14 in. (152 mm to 356 mm)

Maximum Ceiling Height 48 ft (14,6 m)

Maximum Storage Height 43 ft (13,1 m)

Storage Arrangement Palletized, solid piled, open frame; single row or double row

Commodity Class I - IV, Cartoned unexpanded plastic

NFPA 13 for ESFR Sprinklers based upon 45 psi (3,1 bar) design
Sprinkler System Design pressure 169 gpm (640 Lpm) with 12 sprinkler remote area

Obstruction Criteria Reference NFPA 13, Chapter 8

Minimum Aisle Width 5 ft (1,5 m)

Hose Stream allowance and Water Supply Duration 250 gpm for 60 minutes (950 Lpm for 60 minutes)

TABLE C
MODEL ESFR-25 PENDENT SPRINKLER
SPECIFIC APPLICATION LISTING (UL)
COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW
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the link assembly is not bent, creased,

or forced out of normal position in any Limited
"FITTING SIDE"
TOWARDS SPRINKLER
way. Replace damaged sprinklers.
Warranty
FITTING
Care and For warranty terms and conditions, visit
www.tyco-fire.com.
Maintenance
TYCO Model ESFR-25 Early Suppres- Ordering
sion, Fast Response 25.2K Pendent
Sprinklers must be maintained and ser- Procedure
viced in accordance with this section. Contact your local distributor for avail-
WRENCH Before closing a fire protection system ability. When placing an order, indicate
RECESS main control valve for maintenance the full product name and part number
work on the fire protection system (P/N).
that it controls, obtain permission to
FIGURE 2 Sprinkler Assemblies with
shut down the affected fire protection
W-TYPE 1 system from the proper authorities 1 in. NPT Thread Connection
SPRINKLER WRENCH and notify all personnel who may be Specify: Model ESFR-25 (TY9226),
affected by this action. K=25.2, Early Suppression, Fast

Installation Sprinklers which are found to be

Response Pendent Sprinkler with
1 in. NPT thread connection, (specify)
leaking or exhibiting visible signs of temperature rating, Natural Brass,
TYCO Model ESFR-25 Early Suppres- corrosion must be replaced. P/N (specify):
sion, Fast Response 25.2K Pendent
Sprinklers must be installed in accor- Automatic sprinklers must never be 165°F (74°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-441-1-165
painted, plated, coated, or other- 212°F (100°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-441-1-214
dance with this section.
wise altered after leaving the factory. Special Order
General Instructions Modified sprinklers must be replaced.
Damage to the fusible link assembly Sprinkler Assemblies with
Sprinklers that have been exposed to ISO 7-1 Thread Connection
during installation can be avoided by corrosive products of combustion, but
handling the sprinkler by the frame Specify: Model ESFR-25 (TY9226),
have not operated, should be replaced K= 25 . 2, Early Suppression,
arms only and by using the appropriate if they cannot be completely cleaned
sprinkler wrench. Do not apply pres- Fast Response Sprinkler with
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or ISO 7-1 thread connection, (specify)
sure to the fusible link assembly. Failure by brushing it with a soft bristle brush.
to do so can lead to an unstable link temperature rating), Natural Brass,
assembly and premature activation of Care must be exercised to avoid P/N (specify):
the sprinkler. Damaged sprinklers must damage to the sprinklers before, 165°F (74°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-442-1-165
be replaced. during, and after installation. Sprin- 212°F (100°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-442-1-214
klers damaged by dropping, striking,
A leak-tight 1 in. NPT sprinkler joint wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must Sprinkler Wrench
should be obtained by applying a min- be replaced. For more information, see Specify: W-Type 1 Sprinkler Wrench,
imum-to-maximum torque of 20 to 30 the Installation section. P/N 56-872-1-025
lb-ft (26,8 to 40,2 N∙m). Higher levels
of torque can distort the sprinkler inlet The owner is responsible for the
with consequent leakage or impairment inspection, testing, and maintenance of
of the sprinkler. their fire protection system and devices
in compliance with the following docu-
Installing the Sprinkler ments and standards:
To install the sprinkler, perform the fol- • This technical data sheet
lowing steps:
• Applicable standards of the National
Note: Install the Model ESFR-25 Fire Protection Association such as
Pendent Sprinkler in the pendent posi- NFPA 25
tion as shown in Figure 2.
• Standards of any authorities having
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant jurisdiction
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pres- Contact the installing contractor
sure to the link assembly, and handle or product manufacturer with any
the sprinkler only by the frame arms. questions.
Step 2. Wrench-tighten the sprin- Automatic sprinkler systems are rec-
kler using only the W-Type 1 Sprinkler ommended to be inspected, tested,
Wrench as shown in Figure 2, and by and maintained by a qualified Inspec-
fully engaging (seating) the wrench on tion Service in accordance with local
the sprinkler wrench flats as shown in requirements and/or national codes.
Figure 1.
Step 3. After installation, inspect the
link assembly of each sprinkler for
damage. In particular, verify that the
link assembly and hook are posi-
tioned as shown in Figure 1, and that
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