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Series TY-FRB — 2.8, 4.2, 5.6, and 8.0 K-Factor

Upright, Pendent, and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
Quick Response, Standard Coverage
General Corrosion-resistant coatings, where
applicable, are utilized to extend the
Description life of copper alloy sprinklers beyond
that which would otherwise be obtained
The TYCO Series TY-FRB, 2.8, 4.2, 5.6, when exposed to corrosive atmo-
and 8.0 K-factor, Upright and Pendent spheres. Although corrosion-resistant
Sprinklers described in this data sheet coated sprinklers have passed the
are quick response, standard coverage, standard corrosion tests of the appli-
decorative 3 mm glass bulb-type spray cable approval agencies, the testing is
sprinklers designed for use in light or not representative of all possible cor-
ordinary hazard, commercial occupan- rosive atmospheres. Consequently,
cies such as banks, hotels, and shop- it is recommended that the end user
ping malls. be consulted with respect to the suit-
ability of these coatings for any given
The recessed version of the Series TY- corrosive environment. The effects of
FRB Pendent Sprinkler, where applica- ambient temperature, concentration of
ble, is intended for use in areas with a chemicals, and gas/chemical velocity,
finished ceiling. This recessed pendent should be considered, as a minimum,
sprinkler uses one of the following, along with the corrosive nature of the
• A two-piece Style 10 (1/2 inch NPT) chemical to which the sprinklers will be
or Style 40 (3/4 inch NPT) Recessed exposed.
Escutcheon with 1/2 inch (12,7 mm) of An intermediate level of the Series TY-
recessed adjustment or up to 3/4 inch FRB Pendent Sprinklers is detailed
(19,1 mm) of total adjustment from the in Technical Data Sheet TFP356, and
flush pendent position, or a Sprinkler Guards are detailed in Tech-
• A two-piece Style 20 (1/2 inch NPT) nical Data Sheet TFP780.
or Style 30 (3/4 inch NPT) Recessed
Escutcheon with 1/4 inch (6,4 mm) of NOTICE
recessed adjustment or up to 1/2 inch
(12,7 mm) of total adjustment from the
The Series TY-FRB Concealed Pendent
Sprinklers described herein must be
Model/Sprinkler
flush pendent position. installed and maintained in compliance
with this document and with the appli-
Identification
The adjustment provided by the
Recessed Escutcheon reduces the cable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, in addition to
Number (SIN)
accuracy to which the fixed pipe drops
to the sprinklers must be cut. the standards of any authorities having TY1131: Upright 2.8K, 1/2˝ NPT
jurisdiction. Failure to do so may impair TY1231: Pendent 2.8K, 1/2˝ NPT
the performance of these devices. TY2131: Upright 4.2K, 1/2˝ NPT
TY2231: Pendent 4.2K, 1/2˝ NPT
Owners are responsible for maintaining
their fire protection system and devices TY3131: Upright 5.6K, 1/2˝ NPT
in proper operating condition. The TY3231: Pendent 5.6K, 1/2˝ NPT
IMPORTANT TY4131: Upright 8.0K, 3/4˝ NPT
installing contractor or sprinkler manu-
Always refer to Technical Data facturer should be contacted with any TY4231: Pendent 8.0K, 3/4˝ NPT
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER questions. TY4831: Upright* 8.0K, 1/2˝ NPT
WARNING” that provides cautions TY4931: Pendent* 8.0K, 1/2˝ NPT
with respect to handling and
installation of sprinkler systems and
components. Improper handling and
installation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its components
and cause the sprinkler to fail to
operate in a fire situation or cause it
to operate prematurely. *Eastern Hemisphere Sales Only

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7/16" (11,1 mm) ESCUTCHEON STYLE 10 or 20

NOMINAL PLATE SEATING RECESSED
SSU * MAKE-IN 1/2" SURFACE ESCUTCHEON
DEFLECTOR NPT
6*

5
7/16"
(11,1 mm) 2-1/4"
4
NOMINAL (57,2 mm)
2 MAKE-IN

3 2-3/16" 1-9/16"
(55,6 mm) WRENCH (39,7 mm)
1 FLATS

7
1/2" NPT SSP DEFLECTOR * 2-7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA.
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT

1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector

Assembly * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
2 - Button 7 - Bushing
Screw

FIGURE 1
QUICK RESPONSE SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT (TY1131) AND PENDENT (TY1231) SPRINKLERS
2.8 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

7/16" (11,1 mm) ESCUTCHEON STYLE 10 or 20

NOMINAL PLATE SEATING RECESSED
SSU * MAKE-IN 1/2" SURFACE ESCUTCHEON
DEFLECTOR NPT
6*

5 7/16"
(11,1 mm) 2-3/16"
4 NOMINAL (55,6 mm)
MAKE-IN
2 1-1/2"
2-3/16"
(55,6 mm) WRENCH (38,1 mm)
3 FLATS

1
1/2" NPT SSP DEFLECTOR * 2-7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA.
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT

1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector

Assembly * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
2 - Button
Screw

FIGURE 2
QUICK RESPONSE SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT (TY2131) AND PENDENT (TY2231) SPRINKLERS
4.2 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT
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7/16" (11,1 mm) ESCUTCHEON STYLE 10 or 20

NOMINAL PLATE SEATING RECESSED
SSU * MAKE-IN 1/2" SURFACE ESCUTCHEON
DEFLECTOR NPT
6*

5 7/16"
(11,1 mm) 2-3/16"
4 NOMINAL (55,6 mm)
MAKE-IN
2 1-1/2"
2-3/16"
(55,6 mm) WRENCH (38,1 mm)
3 FLATS

1
1/2" NPT SSP DEFLECTOR * 2-7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA.
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT

1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector

Assembly * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
2 - Button
Screw

FIGURE 3
QUICK RESPONSE SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT (TY3131) AND PENDENT (TY3231) SPRINKLERS
5.6 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

1/2" (12,7 mm) ESCUTCHEON STYLE 30 or 40

NOMINAL PLATE SEATING RECESSED
SSU * MAKE-IN 3/4" SURFACE
DEFLECTOR NPT ESCUTCHEON

6*

5 1/2"
(12,7 mm) 2-5/16"
4 NOMINAL (58,7 mm)
MAKE-IN
2
2-1/4" 1-9/16"
(57,2 mm) (39,7 mm)
3

1
3/4" NPT SSP DEFLECTOR * 2-7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA.
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT

1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector

Assembly * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
2 - Button
Screw

FIGURE 4
QUICK RESPONSE SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT (TY4131) AND PENDENT (TY4231) SPRINKLERS
8.0 K-FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT
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7/16" (11,1 mm)

SSU * NOMINAL
DEFLECTOR MAKE-IN 1/2"
NPT
6*

5 7/16"
(11,1 mm) 2-1/4"
4 NOMINAL (57,2 mm)
MAKE-IN
2 1-9/16"
2-3/16"
(55,6 mm) WRENCH (39,7 mm)
3 FLATS

1
SSP *
1/2" NPT DEFLECTOR
CROSS
SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT

1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector

Assembly * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
2 - Button
Screw

FIGURE 5
QUICK RESPONSE SERIES TY-FRB UPRIGHT (TY4831) AND PENDENT (TY4931) SPRINKLERS
8.0 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

Technical Operation inch (1,6 mm) for the 135°F/57°C and

3/32 inch (2,4 mm) for the 286°F/141°C
Data The glass Bulb contains a fluid that
expands when exposed to heat. When
temperature ratings.
Obtain a leak-tight 1/2 inch NPT sprin-
Approvals the rated temperature is reached, the kler joint by applying a minimum to
UL and C-UL Listed fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the maximum torque of 7 to 14 ft.lbs. (9,5
FM, LPCB, and NYC Approved glass Bulb, allowing the sprinkler to to 19,0 Nm). Higher levels of torque
Refer to Table A and B for complete activate and water to flow. can distort the sprinkler Inlet with con-
approval information including sequent leakage or impairment of the
corrosion-resistant status.
Design sprinkler.
Do not attempt to compensate for
Maximum Working Pressure
Refer to Table C. Criteria insufficient adjustment in the Escutch-
eon Plate by under- or over-tightening
Discharge Coefficient The TYCO Series TY-FRB Pendent the sprinkler. Re-adjust the position of
and Upright Sprinklers are intended the sprinkler fitting to suit.
K=2.8 GPM/psi1/2 (40,3 LPM/bar1/2)
for fire protection systems designed in
K=4.2 GPM/psi1/2 (60,5 LPM/bar1/2) accordance with the standard installa- The Series TY-FRB Pendent and
K=5.6 GPM/psi1/2 (80,6 LPM/bar1/2) tion rules recognized by the applicable Upright Sprinklers must be installed
K=8.0 GPM/psi1/2 (115,2 LPM/bar1/2) Listing or Approval agency (such as, UL in accordance with the following
Listing is based on the requirements of instructions.
Temperature Rating
Refer to Table A and B. NFPA 13, and FM Approval is based on 1. Install Pendent sprinklers in the
the requirements of FM’s Loss Preven- pendent position. Install upright
Finishes tion Data Sheets). Only the Style 10, sprinklers in the upright position.
Sprinkler: Refer to Table A and B. 20, 30, or 40 Recessed Escutcheon, as
applicable, is to be used for recessed 2. With pipe-thread sealant applied to
Recessed Escutcheon: White Coated, the pipe threads, hand-tighten the
Chrome Plated, or Brass Plated. pendent installations.
sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting.
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
Installation 3. Tighten the sprinkler into the sprin-
kler fitting using only the W-Type 6
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass/Copper The TYCO Series TY-FRB Sprinklers Sprinkler Wrench (Figure 14). With
Sealing Assembly . . . . . . . . Beryllium must be installed in accordance with reference to Figures 1 through
Nickel w/Teflon† the following instructions. 5, apply the W-Type 6 Sprinkler
Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass Wrench to the sprinkler wrench
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . Bronze NOTICE flats.
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . Copper/Bronze
Bushing (K=2.8) . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze Do not install any bulb-type sprinkler if
the bulb is cracked or there is a loss
of liquid from the bulb. With the sprin-
kler held horizontally, a small air bub-
ble should be present. The diameter
† Registered Trademark of Dupont of the air bubble is approximately 1/16
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SPRINKLER FINISH (See Note 5)

K BULB LIQUID NATURAL CHROME WHITE***
TYPE TEMPERATURE
FACTOR COLOR BRASS PLATED POLYESTER
135°F/57°C Orange
PENDENT 155°F/68°C Red
(TY1231)
and 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 4
UPRIGHT
(TY1131) 200°F/93°C Green
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
2.8 RECESSED
PENDENT 155°F/68°C Red
1/2” NPT
(TY1231)* 175°F/79°C Yellow
Figure 6
200°F/93°C Green
1, 2, 4
135°F/57°C Orange
RECESSED
PENDENT 155°F/68°C Red
(TY1231)** 175°F/79°C Yellow
Figure 7
200°F/93°C Green
135°F/57°C Orange
PENDENT 155°F/68°C Red
(TY2231)
and 175°F/79°C Yellow
UPRIGHT
(TY2131) 200°F/93°C Green
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
4.2 RECESSED
PENDENT 155°F/68°C Red 1, 2
1/2” NPT
(TY2231)* 175°F/79°C Yellow
Figure 8
200°F/93°C Green
135°F/57°C Orange
RECESSED
PENDENT 155°F/68°C Red
(TY2231)** 175°F/79°C Yellow
Figure 9
200°F/93°C Green
NOTES:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., (UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
2. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., for use in Canada (C-UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
4. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 354-01-E.
5. Where Polyester Coated Sprinklers are noted to be UL and C-UL Listed, the sprinklers are UL and C-UL Listed
as Corrosion-Resistant Sprinklers.
* Installed with Style 10 (1/2” NPT) or Style 40 (3/4” NPT) 3/4” Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
** Installed with Style 20 (1/2” NPT) or Style 30 (3/4” NPT) 1/2” Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
*** Frame and Deflector only. Listings and approvals apply to color (Special Order).
N/A: Not Available

TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS FOR
2.8 AND 4.2 K-FACTOR SPRINKLERS
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SPRINKLER FINISH (See Note 8)

K BULB LIQUID NATURAL CHROME WHITE*** LEAD
TYPE TEMPERATURE
FACTOR COLOR BRASS PLATED POLYESTER COATED
135°F/57°C Orange
PENDENT
(TY3231) 155°F/68°C Red
and 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1, 2, 3, 5
UPRIGHT 200°F/93°C Green
(TY3131)
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
RECESSED 155°F/68°C Red
5.6 PENDENT
175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 4, 5 N/A
1/2” NPT (TY3231)*
Figure 10 200°F/93°C Green
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
RECESSED 155°F/68°C Red
PENDENT 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 N/A
(TY3231)**
Figure 11 200°F/93°C Green
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
PENDENT
(TY4231) 155°F/68°C Red
and 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1, 2, 5
UPRIGHT 200°F/93°C Green
(TY4131)
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
RECESSED 155°F/68°C Red
8.0 PENDENT
3/4” NPT (TY4231)* 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 5 N/A
Figure 12 200°F/93°C Green
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
RECESSED 155°F/68°C Red
PENDENT
(TY4231)** 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 5 N/A
Figure 13 200°F/93°C Green
286°F/141°C Blue
135°F/57°C Orange
PENDENT
(TY4931) 155°F/68°C Red
8.0 and 175°F/79°C Yellow 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 1, 2, 5
1/2” NPT UPRIGHT 200°F/93°C Green
(TY4831)
286°F/141°C Blue
NOTES:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., (UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
2. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., for use in Canada (C-UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
4. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB Ref. No. 007k/04) as Quick Response Sprinklers. However, LPCB does not rate
the thermal sensitivity of recessed sprinklers.
5. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 354-01-E.
6. VdS Approved (For details, contact Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products, Enschede, Netherlands, Tel. 31-53-428-4444/Fax
31-53-428-3377.)
7. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB Ref. No. 094a/06) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
8. Where Polyester Coated and Lead-Coated Sprinklers are noted to be UL and C-UL Listed, the sprinklers are UL and C-UL Listed
as Corrosion-Resistant Sprinklers. Where Lead-Coated Sprinklers are noted to be FM Approved, the sprinklers are FM Approved
as a Corrosion-Resistant Sprinklers.
* Installed with Style 10 (1/2” NPT) or Style 40 (3/4” NPT) 3/4” Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
** Installed with Style 20 (1/2” NPT) or Style 30 (3/4” NPT) 1/2” Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
*** Frame and Deflector only. Listings and approvals apply to color (Special Order).
N/A: Not Available

TABLE B
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS FOR
5.6 AND 8.0 K-FACTOR SPRINKLERS
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SPRINKLER FINISH
K NATURAL CHROME WHITE LEAD
TYPE
FACTOR BRASS PLATED POLYESTER COATED
PENDENT (TY1231)
and
2.8 UPRIGHT (TY1131)
75 PSI (12,1 BAR) N/A
1/2” NPT
RECESSED
PENDENT (TY1231)

PENDENT (TY2231)
and
4.2 UPRIGHT (TY2131)
175 PSI (12,1 BAR) N/A
1/2” NPT
RECESSED
PENDENT (TY2231)

PENDENT (TY3231) 175 PSI

and
250 PSI (17,2 BAR) (12,1 BAR)
5.6 UPRIGHT (TY3131)
OR 175 PSI (12,1 BAR)
1/2” NPT
RECESSED (SEE NOTE 1)
N/A
PENDENT (TY3231)

PENDENT (TY4231) 175 PSI

and (12,1 BAR)
8.0 UPRIGHT (TY4131)
175 PSI (12,1 BAR)
3/4” NPT
RECESSED N/A
PENDENT (TY4231)

PENDENT (TY4931)
8.0 175 PSI
and 175 PSI (12,1 BAR)
1/2” NPT (12,1 BAR)
UPRIGHT (TY4831)

NOTES:
1. The maximum working pressure of 250 psi (17,2 bar) only applies to the Listing by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL); the
Listing by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for use in Canada (C-UL); and, the Approval by the City of New York.

TABLE C
MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE

The Series TY-FRB Recessed Pendent

Sprinklers must be installed in accor- Care and Exercise care to avoid damage to
sprinklers before, during, and after
dance with the following instructions.
1. After installing the Style 10, 20, 30,
Maintenance installation. Never paint, plate, coat,
or otherwise alter automatic sprinklers
The TYCO Series TY-FRB must be after they leave the factory.
or 40 Mounting Plate, as applica-
ble, over the sprinkler threads and maintained and serviced in accordance Replace sprinklers that:
with pipe-thread sealant applied to with the following instructions.
• were modified or over-heated.
the pipe threads, hand-tighten the
sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting. • were damaged by dropping, striking,
NOTICE wrench twisting, wrench slippage, or
2. Tighten the sprinkler into the sprin- Before closing a fire protection system the like.
kler fitting using only the W-Type 7 main control valve for maintenance
Recessed Sprinkler Wrench (Fig- • are leaking or exhibiting visible signs
work on the fire protection system of corrosion.
ure 15). With reference to Figures 1 that it controls, obtain permission to
to 4, apply the W-Type 7 Recessed shut down the affected fire protection • were exposed to corrosive products
Sprinkler Wrench to the sprinkler systems from the proper authorities of combustion but have not oper-
wrench flats. and notify all personnel who may be ated, if you cannot easily remove
3. After ceiling installation and finish- affected by this action. combustion by-products with a cloth.
ing, slide on the Style 10, 20, 30, or Absence of the outer piece of an • have a cracked bulb or have lost liq-
40 Closure over the Series TY-FRB escutcheon, which is used to cover uid from the bulb. Refer to the Instal-
Sprinkler and push the Closure over a clearance hole, can delay sprinkler lation section in this data sheet.
the Mounting Plate until its flange operation in a fire situation.
comes in contact with the ceiling.
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2-7/8" DIA. 2-7/8" DIA.

(73,0 mm) 3/4" (19,1 mm) (73,0 mm)
5/8±1/4" 1/2±1/8" 1/2" (12,7 mm)
(15,9±6,4 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm) (12,7±3,2 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm)
2-1/4" DIA. 2-1/4" DIA.
(57,2 mm) (57,2 mm)
FACE OF MOUNTING FACE OF MOUNTING
SPRINKLER PLATE SPRINKLER PLATE
FITTING FITTING
1/8" 1/8"
(3,2 mm) (3,2 mm)

MOUNTING
MOUNTING SURFACE
SURFACE

SERIES 1-5/16" (33,3 mm) SERIES 1-5/16" (33,3 mm)

CLOSURE CLOSURE
TY-FRB 13/16" (20,6 mm) TY-FRB 1-1/16" (27,0 mm)

FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7
SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT
WITH TWO-PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT WITH TWO-PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 10 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON STYLE 20 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
2.8 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT 2.8 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

2-7/8" DIA. 2-7/8" DIA.

(73,0 mm) 3/4" (19,1 mm) (73,0 mm)
5/8±1/4" 1/2±1/8" 1/2" (12,7 mm)
(15,9±6,4 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm) (12,7±3,2 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm)
2-1/4" DIA. 2-1/4" DIA.
(57,2 mm) (57,2 mm)
FACE OF MOUNTING FACE OF MOUNTING
SPRINKLER PLATE SPRINKLER PLATE
FITTING FITTING
1/8" 1/8"
(3,2 mm) (3,2 mm)

MOUNTING
MOUNTING SURFACE
SURFACE
SERIES 1-1/4" (31,8 mm) SERIES 1-1/4" (31,8 mm)
CLOSURE CLOSURE
TY-FRB 3/4" (19,1 mm) TY-FRB 1" (25,4 mm)

FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9
SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT
WITH TWO-PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT WITH TWO-PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 10 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON STYLE 20 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
4.2 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT 4.2 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

Initial and frequent visual inspections of Responsibility lies with the owner for Care must be exercised to avoid dam-
random samples are recommended for the inspection, testing, and mainte- age to the sprinklers -before, during,
corrosion-resistant sprinklers to verify nance of their fire protection system and after installation. Sprinklers dam-
the integrity of the corrosion-resistant and devices in compliance with this aged by dropping, striking, wrench
material of construction. Thereafter, document, as well as with the appli- twist/slippage, or the like, must be
annual inspections per NFPA 25 should cable standards of the National Fire replaced. Also, replace any sprinkler
suffice. Protection Association (for example, that has a cracked bulb or that has lost
NFPA 25), in addition to the standards liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installation
Inspections of corrosion-resistant
of any other authorities having jurisdic- Section).
sprinklers are recommended at close
range, instead of from the floor level tion. Contact the installing contractor or Initial and frequent visual inspections of
per NFPA. Inspection at close range sprinkler manufacturer regarding any random samples are recommended for
can better determine the exact sprin- questions. corrosion-resistant sprinklers to verify
kler condition and the long-term integ- Automatic sprinkler systems are rec- the integrity of the corrosion-resistant
rity of the corrosion-resistant material, ommended to be inspected, tested, material of construction. Thereafter,
which can be affected by the corrosive and maintained by a qualified Inspec- annual inspections per NFPA 25 should
conditions present. tion Service in accordance with local suffice.
requirements and/or national codes.
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2-7/8" DIA. 2-7/8" DIA.

(73,0 mm) 3/4" (19,1 mm) (73,0 mm)
5/8±1/4" 1/2±1/8" 1/2" (12,7 mm)
(15,9±6,4 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm) (12,7±3,2 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm)
2-1/4" DIA. 2-1/4" DIA.
(57,2 mm) (57,2 mm)
FACE OF MOUNTING FACE OF MOUNTING
SPRINKLER PLATE SPRINKLER PLATE
FITTING FITTING
1/8" 1/8"
(3,2 mm) (3,2 mm)

MOUNTING
MOUNTING SURFACE
SURFACE
SERIES 1-1/4" (31,8 mm) SERIES 1-1/4" (31,8 mm)
CLOSURE CLOSURE
TY-FRB 3/4" (19,1 mm) TY-FRB 1" (25,4 mm)

FIGURE 10 FIGURE 11
SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT
WITH TWO-PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT WITH TWO-PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 10 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON STYLE 20 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
5.6 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT 5.6 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

2-7/8" DIA. 2-7/8" DIA.

(73,0 mm) 3/4" (19,1 mm) (73,0 mm) 1/2" (12,7 mm)
5/8±1/4" 1/2±1/8"
(15,9±6,4 mm) 2-1/4" DIA. 1/4" (6,4 mm) (12,7±3,2 mm) 2-1/4" DIA. 1/4" (6,4 mm)
(57,2 mm) (57,2 mm)
FACE OF MOUNTING FACE OF MOUNTING
SPRINKLER PLATE SPRINKLER PLATE
FITTING FITTING
1/8" 1/8"
(3,2 mm) (3,2 mm)

MOUNTING
MOUNTING SURFACE
SURFACE

CLOSURE SERIES 1-5/16" (33,3 mm) CLOSURE SERIES 1-5/16" (33,3 mm)
TY-FRB 13/16" (20,6 mm) TY-FRB 1-1/16" (27,0 mm)

FIGURE 12 FIGURE 13
SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED PENDENT
WITH TWO-PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT WITH TWO-PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 40 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON STYLE 30 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
8.0 K-FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT 8.0 K-FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT

Inspections of corrosion-resistant
sprinklers are recommended at close WRENCH
range, instead of from the floor level RECESS
per NFPA. Inspection at close range WRENCH RECESS
can better determine the exact sprin- (END "A" USED FOR
kler condition and the long-term integ- 1/2" NPT MODELS)
rity of the corrosion-resistant material,
which can be affected by the corrosive
conditions present.
WRENCH RECESS
(END "B" USED FOR
3/4" NPT MODELS) PUSH WRENCH IN TO
ENSURE ENGAGEMENT WITH
SPRINKLER WRENCHING AREA
FIGURE 14
W-TYPE 6 SPRINKLER FIGURE 15
WRENCH W-TYPE 7 RECESSED
SPRINKLER WRENCH
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P/N 57 – XXX – X – XXX

TEMPERATURE
MODEL/SIN SPRINKLER
RATINGS
FINISH

330 2.8K UPRIGHT (1/2”NPT) TY1131 135 135°F (57°C)

1 NATURAL BRASS

331 2.8K PENDENT (1/2”NPT) TY1231 155 155°F (68°C)

4 WHITE POLYESTER

340 4.2K UPRIGHT (1/2”NPT) TY2131 175 175°F (79°C)

3 WHITE (RAL9010)*

341 4.2K PENDENT (1/2”NPT) TY2231 200 200°F (93°C)

9 CHROME PLATED

370 5.6K UPRIGHT (1/2”NPT) TY3131 286 286°F (141°C)

7 LEAD COATED

371 5.6K PENDENT (1/2”NPT) TY3231

390 8.0K UPRIGHT (3/4”NPT) TY4131

391 8.0K PENDENT (3/4”NPT) TY4231

360 8.0K UPRIGHT (1/2”NPT) TY4831* * Eastern Hemisphere sales only.

361 8.0K PENDENT (1/2”NPT) TY4931*

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

Limited responsible for sprinkler system design

errors or inaccurate or incomplete infor- Ordering
Warranty mation supplied by Buyer or Buyer’s
representatives. Procedure
Products manufactured by Tyco Fire In no event shall TFSBP be liable, in Contact your local distributor for
Suppression & Building Products contract, tort, strict liability or under availability. When placing an order,
(TFSBP) are warranted solely to the any other legal theory, for incidental, indicate the full product name and Part
original Buyer for ten (10) years against indirect, special or consequential dam- Number (P/N).
defects in material and workmanship ages, including but not limited to labor
when paid for and properly installed charges, regardless of whether TFSBP Sprinkler Assemblies with NPT
and maintained under normal use and was informed about the possibility of
service. This warranty will expire ten Thread Connections
such damages, and in no event shall Specify: (Specify Model/SIN), Quick
(10) years from date of shipment by TFSBP’s liability exceed an amount
TFSBP. No warranty is given for prod- Response, (specify K-factor), (specify
equal to the sales price. temperature rating), Series TY-FRB
ucts or components manufactured by
companies not affiliated by ownership The foregoing warranty is made in lieu (specify Pendent or Upright) Sprinkler
with TFSBP or for products and com- of any and all other warranties, express with (specify type of finish or coating),
ponents which have been subject to or implied, including warranties of mer- P/N (specify from Table D).
misuse, improper installation, corro- chantability and fitness for a particular Recessed Escutcheon:
sion, or which have not been installed, purpose. Specify: Style (10, 20, 30, or 40)
maintained, modified or repaired in This limited warranty sets forth the Recessed Escutcheon with (specify*)
accordance with applicable Standards exclusive remedy for claims based on finish, P/N (specify*).
of the National Fire Protection Associa- failure of or defect in products, materi-
tion, and/or the standards of any other als or components, whether the claim is Sprinkler Wrench
Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Mate- made in contract, tort, strict liability or Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
rials found by TFSBP to be defective any other legal theory. P/N 56-000-6-387.
shall be either repaired or replaced, at
TFSBP’s sole option. TFSBP neither This warranty will apply to the full Specify: W-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,
assumes, nor authorizes any person extent permitted by law. The invalidity, P/N 56-850-4-001.
to assume for it, any other obligation in in whole or part, of any portion of this * Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP770.
connection with the sale of products or warranty will not affect the remainder.
parts of products. TFSBP shall not be

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