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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 this doc-
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, ument, as well as with the applicable
Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323) standards of the National Fire Protec-
Sprinklers described in this data sheet tion Association, in addition to the stan-
are quick response, standard coverage, dards of any other authorities having
decorative 3 mm glass bulb-type spray jurisdiction. Failure to do so may impair
sprinklers designed for use in light or the performance of these devices.
ordinary hazard, commercial occupan-
cies such as banks, hotels, and shop- The owner is responsible for maintain-
ping malls. ing their fire protection system and
devices in proper operating condition.
The recessed version of the Series TY- The installing contractor or sprinkler
FRB Pendent Sprinkler, where applica- manufacturer should be contacted with
ble, is intended for use in areas with a any questions.
finished ceiling. This recessed 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.
• A two-piece Style 20 Recessed
Number (SIN)
Escutcheon with recessed adjust- TY313 . . . . . . . Upright 5.6K, 1/2˝ NPT
ment up to 1/2 inch (12,7 mm) from TY323 . . . . . . Pendent 5.6K, 1/2˝ NPT
the flush pendent position.
The adjustment provided by the
Recessed Escutcheon reduces the
Technical Temperature Rating
accuracy to which the fixed pipe drops
to the sprinklers must be cut.
Data 135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C)
Approvals 175°F (79°C)
Intermediate level versions of Series 200°F (93°C)
TY-FRB Sprinklers are described in UL and C-UL Listed
FM, LPCB, and VdS Approved 286°F (141°C)
Technical Data Sheet TFP357. Sprin-
kler guards and shields are described CE Certified Finishes
in Technical Data Sheet TFP780. Sprinklers with Polyester Finish are UL Sprinkler: Refer to Table A
and C-UL Listed as Corrosion-Resis- Recessed Escutcheon: White Coated,
tant Sprinklers. Chrome Plated, or Brass Plated
Maximum Working Pressure Physical Characteristics
175 psi (12.1 bar) Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
250 psi (17.2 bar)* Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass/Copper
* The maximum working pressure of 250 psi Sealing Assembly . . . . . . . . . Stainless
IMPORTANT (17.2 bar) only applies to the listing by Un- Steel w/TEFLON
derwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL). Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Glass
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER Discharge Coefficient Compression Screw. . . . . . . . Bronze
WARNING” that provides cautions K=5.6 GPM/psi1/2 (80,6 LPM/bar1/2) Deflector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents. Improper handling and
installation can permanently dam-
age 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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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

Operation Installation
The glass bulb contains a fluid which The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor,
WRENCH RECESS expands when exposed to heat. When Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323)
(USE ONLY the rated temperature is reached, the Sprinklers must be installed in accor-
END "A") fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the dance with this section.
glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler to
activate and water to flow. General Instructions
FIGURE 2 Do not install any bulb-type sprinkler if
W-TYPE 6 the bulb is cracked or there is a loss
SPRINKLER WRENCH Design of liquid from the bulb. With the sprin-
kler held horizontally, a small air bub-
WRENCH
Criteria ble should be present. The diameter
of the air bubble is approximately 1/16
RECESS The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, inch (1,6 mm) for the 135°F (57°C) and
Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323) 3/32 inch (2,4 mm) for the 286°F (141°C)
Sprinklers are intended for fire protec- temperature ratings.
tion systems designed in accordance
with the standard installation rules rec- A leak-tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler joint
ognized by the applicable Listing or should be obtained by applying a min-
Approval agency (such as, UL Listing imum to maximum torque of 7 to 14
is based on the requirements of NFPA ft.-lbs. (9,5 to 19,0 Nm). Higher levels
13, and FM Approval is based on the of torque can distort the sprinkler Inlet
requirements of FM’s Loss Prevention with consequent leakage or impairment
PUSH WRENCH of the sprinkler.
IN TO ENSURE
Data Sheets). Only the Style 15 or Style
20 Recessed Escutcheon is to be used Do not attempt to compensate for
ENGAGEMENT
for recessed pendent installations. insufficient adjustment in the Escutch-
WITH SPRINKLER
WRENCHING AREA eon Plate by under- or over-tightening
the sprinkler. Re-adjust the position of
FIGURE 3 the sprinkler fitting to suit.
W-TYPE 7 RECESSED
SPRINKLER WRENCH Upright and Pendent Sprinklers
The Series TY-FRB Upright and Pen-
dent Sprinklers must be installed
in accordance with the following
instructions.
Step 1. Install Pendent sprinklers in the
pendent position. Install upright sprin-
klers in the upright position.
Step 2. With pipe-thread sealant
applied to the pipe threads, hand-
tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
fitting.
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Step 3. Tighten the sprinkler into the 2-7/8" DIA.

sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type (73,0 mm)
6 Sprinkler Wrench (Figure 2). With ref-
erence to Figure 1, apply the W-Type 6 2-1/4" DIA.
Sprinkler Wrench to the wrench flats. FACE OF (57,2 mm)
Torque sprinklers 7 to 14 ft.-lbs. (9,5 to SPRINKLER
19,0 Nm). FITTING 5/8" (15,9 mm)
Recessed Pendent Sprinklers FLUSH
The Series TY-FRB Recessed Pendent 3/8±5/16"
Sprinklers must be installed in accor- (9,5±7,9 mm)
dance with the following instructions.
Step A. After installing the Style 15 or MOUNTING 1/8"
Style 20 Mounting Plate over the sprin- SURFACE (3,2 mm)
kler threads, and with pipe-thread
sealant applied to the pipe threads, CLOSURE SERIES MOUNTING 1-3/8" (34,9 mm)
hand-tighten the sprinkler into the TY-FRB PLATE 3/4" (19,1 mm)
sprinkler fitting.
FIGURE 4
Step B. Tighten the sprinkler into the SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY (TY323)
sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type WITH TWO PIECE 5/8 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT STYLE 15
7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench (Figure RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
3). With reference to Figure 1, apply the
W-Type 7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench
to the sprinkler wrench flats. Torque 2-7/8" DIA.
sprinklers 7 to 14 ft.-lbs. (9,5 to 19,0 (73,0 mm)
Nm). FACE OF
SPRINKLER 2-1/4" DIA.
Step C. After ceiling installation and fin- (57,2 mm)
FITTING
ishing, slide on the Style 15 or Style 20
Closure over the Series TY-FRB Sprin- 5/16±1/4"
kler and push the Closure over the 1/2" (12,7 mm)
(7,9±6,4 mm)
Mounting Plate until its flange comes in FLUSH
contact with the ceiling.

Care and MOUNTING 1/8"

Maintenance SURFACE (3,2 mm)

The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor,

Upright (TY313) and Pendent (TY323) CLOSURE SERIES MOUNTING 1-3/8" (34,9 mm)
Sprinklers must be maintained and ser- TY-FRB PLATE 7/8" (22,2 mm)
viced in accordance with this section. FIGURE 5
Before closing a fire protection system SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY (TY323)
main control valve for maintenance WITH TWO PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT STYLE 20
work on the fire protection system RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
that it controls, obtain permission to
shut down the affected fire protection Modified sprinklers must be replaced. standards of any other authorities hav-
systems from the proper authorities Sprinklers that have been exposed to ing jurisdiction. Contact the installing
and notify all personnel who may be corrosive products of combustion, but contractor or sprinkler manufacturer
affected by this action. have not operated, should be replaced regarding any questions.
Absence of the outer piece of an if they cannot be completely cleaned Automatic sprinkler systems are rec-
escutcheon, which is used to cover by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or ommended to be inspected, tested,
a clearance hole, can delay sprinkler by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. and maintained by a qualified Inspec-
operation in a fire situation. Care must be exercised to avoid dam- tion Service in accordance with local
The owner must assure that the sprin- age to the sprinklers before, during, and requirements and/or national codes.
klers are not used for hanging any after installation. Sprinklers damaged
objects and that the sprinklers are only by dropping, striking, wrench twist/
cleaned by means of gently dusting slippage, or the like, must be replaced.
with a feather duster; otherwise, non- Also, replace any sprinkler that has a
operation in the event of a fire or inad- cracked bulb or that has lost liquid from
vertent operation may result. its bulb. (Ref. Installation Section.)
Sprinklers which are found to be leak- The owner is responsible for the
ing or exhibiting visible signs of corro- inspection, testing, and maintenance of
sion must be replaced. their fire protection system and devices
in compliance with this document, as
Automatic sprinklers must never be well as with the applicable standards
painted, plated, coated, or other- of the National Fire Protection Associa-
wise altered after leaving the factory. tion (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to the
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P/N* 77 – XXX – X – XXX

SPRINKLER TEMPERATURE
FINISH RATINGS

SIN 1 NATURAL BRASS 135 135°F (57°C)

PURE WHITE (RAL9010)**

370 5.6K UPRIGHT (1/2˝ NPT) TY313 3 155 155°F (68°C)
POLYESTER

SIGNAL WHITE (RAL9003)

371 5.6K PENDENT (1/2˝ NPT) TY323 4 175 175°F (79°C)
POLYESTER

* Use suffix “I” for ISO 7-1 connection; 9 CHROME PLATED 200 200°F (93°C)
for example, 77-370-4-175-I
** Eastern Hemisphere sales only
286 286°F (141°C)

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

Limited Ordering
Warranty Procedure
For warranty terms and conditions, visit Contact your local distributor for avail-
www.tyco-fire.com. ability. When placing an order, indicate
the full product name and Part Num-
ber (P/N).

Sprinkler Assemblies with NPT

Thread Connections
Specify: Series TY-FRB Upright or Pen-
dent (specify) Sprinkler, SIN (specify),
K=5.6, Quick Response, (specify) tem-
perature rating, (specify) finish, P/N
(specify, refer to Table A).
Recessed Escutcheon
Specify: Style 15 Recessed Escutcheon
with (specify*) finish, P/N (specify*)
Specify: Style 20 Recessed Escutch-
eon with (specify*) finish, P/N (specify*)
* Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP770

Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-000-6-387
Specify: W-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-850-4-001

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