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Products
Model K17-231 — 16.8 K-factor
Upright and Pendent Sprinklers
Standard Response, Standard Coverage
General NOTICE
The 16.8 K-factor,Model K17-231 Up-
Description right and Pendent Sprinklers described _`
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Model herein must be Installed and maintained 1 i , A.
in compliance with this.document and
K17-231,Standard Response,Standard with the applicable standards of the Na-
Coverage,Upright and Pendent Sprin- tional Fire Protection Association,in ad-
kiers(Ref.Figure 1)are automatic sprin- dition to the standards of any authori- ';
klers of the frangible bulb type.They ties having jurisdiction.Failure to do so
are "standard response spray sprin- may impair the performance of these 4
kiers"which produce a hemispherical devices. ',
water distribution pattern below the
deflector. The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
The 16.8 K-factor, K17-231 Sprinklers and devices in proper operating con-
were subjected to full scale,high-piled dition. Contact the installing contrac-
storage,
fire tests to qualify their use tor or product manufacturer with any
in lieu of 8.0 or 11.2 K-Factor standard questions.
spray sprinklers for the protection of ,,,.
high-piled storage. , �
Sprinkler
Higher flow rates can be achieved at "
much lower pressures with the 16.8 K- Identification
factor, K17-231 Sprinklers — making
their use highly advantageous in high Number (SIN) r.
density applications,such as the pro-
tection of high-piled storage. TY7151 -Upright,16.8K
Applications for the 16.8 K-factor,Mod- TY7251 -Pendent,16.8K I
el K17-231 Pendent and Upright Sprin- TY7151 is a redesignation for C7151,
kiers are expanding beyond the cur- g
rent listings/approvals.For information G1888,and S8040.
regarding research fire tests which may TY7251 is a redesignation for C7251,
be acceptable to an authority having ju- G1889,and S8041
risdiction,please contact the Technical - .
Services Department. Technical
Data Temperature Ratings
Refer to Table A.
Approvals Finish
UL and C-UL Listed.FM and NYC Ap- Natural Brass
proved.(Specific details for laboratory physical Characteristics
listings and approvals given in Table A. Frame Bronze
The approvals apply to the service con- Button Bronze
ditions indicated in the Design Criteria Sealing Assembly Beryllium
section.) Nickel w/TEFLON
IMPORTANT Bulb(5 mm) Glass
Always refer to Technical Data Maximum Working Pressure Compression Screw Brass
Sheet TFP700 for the"INSTALLER 175 psi(12,1 bar) Deflector Brass
WARNING"that provides cautions Pipe Thread Connection
with respect to handling and instal- 3/4 inch NPT
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents.Improper handling and in- Discharge Coefficient
stallation can permanently damage K=16.8 gpm/psi12
, a sprinkler system or Its compo- (241,9Ipm/bar112)
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
It to operate prematurely.
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TFP332
Page 2 of 4
TYPE TEMPERATURE BULB SPRINKLER FINISH
LIQUID NATURAL BRASS
155°F(68°C) Red
UPRIGHT 200°F(93°C) Green 1,2,3,4
K=18.8(TY7151)
286°F(141°C) Blue
155°F(68°C) Red
PENDENT 200°F(93°C) Green 1,2,4
K=16.8(TY7251)
286°F(141°C) Blue
NOTES:
(1) Listed by Underwriters Laboratories,Inc.(UL Listed).
(2) Listed by Underwriters Laboratories,Inc.for use in Canada(C-UL Listed).
(3) Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation(FM Approved).
(4) Approved by the City of New York under MEA 177-03-E.
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
(Refer To The Design Criteria Section)
Design Example 1:NFPA 13 provides ceiling Example 2:NFPA 13 provides ceiling
only protection(that is,no in-rack sprin- only protection(that is,no in-rack sprin-
Criteria kiers)criteria using open frame(that is, kiers)criteria using open frame(that is,
no solid shelves)single,double,multi- no solid shelves)single,double,multi-
ULand C-UL Listing Requirements multi-
ple-row,or portable rack storage(with- pie-row,or portable rack storage(with-
UL
LULKsting Model ReqK17-uirements
out the need for in-rack sprinkler pro- out the need for in-rack sprinkler pro-
The TYCO1 &T 16.8 K-factor,
tor,Model
ers may be tection)of cartoned unexpanded Group tection)of cartoned unexpanded Group
(TYinstalled in accordanceSwith NFPA 13 A or B plastics,or,cartoned expanded A or B plastics,or,cartoned expanded
standard sprinkler position and area/ Group A or B plastics,with: Group A or B plastics,with:
density flow calculation requirements • a storage height of up to 20 feet • a storage height of up to 25 feet
for light,ordinary,or extra hazard oc- (6,1 m); (7,6 m);
cupancies with a minimum residual • a maximum ceiling height of 27 feet • a maximum ceiling height of 30 feet
(flowing)pressure of 7 psi (0,5 bar)in (8,2 m); (9,1 m);
wet or dry pipe sprinkler systems, or
they may be installed in accordance • a minimum deflector to top of • a minimum deflector to top of
with NFPA 13 standard sprinkler posi- storage clearance of 18 inches storage clearance of 18 inches
tion and area/density flow calculation (457 mm); (457 mm);
requirements for high piled storage oc- • a minimum design density of 0.60 • a minimum design density of
cupancies(solid piled,palletized,rack gpm/ft2(24,4 mm/min); 0.80 gpm/ft2(32,6 mm/min);
storage,bin box,and shelf storage in- • • a minimum residual(flowing)
but not limited to Class l-IV and • a minimum residual(flowing) ( g)
Group A plastics)with a minimum resid- pressure of 7 psi(0,5 bar); pressure of 7 psi(0,5 bar);
ual(flowing)pressure of 7 psi(0,5 bar) • a minimum design area of 2000 ft2 • a minimum design area of 2000 ft2
for wet or dry pipe systems. (186 m2)for wet systems or 2600 ft2 (186 m2)for wet systems or 4500 ft2
The following two examples are typical (242 m2)for dry pipe systems (418 m2)for dry pipe systems
of the types of arrangements permit- FM Approval Requirements
ted by NFPA 13. For all combinations The TYCO 16.8 K-factor,Model K17-231
of lesser and greater building heights, (TY7151)Upright Sprinklers may be in-
lesser and greater storage heights, stalled in accordance with the applica-
storage arrangements, commodity tile control mode density/area guide-
classifications,and lesser or greater re- lines provided by Factory Mutual.(FM
quired design densities,refer to NFPA guidelines may differ from UL and C-UL
13 for specifics.
Listing criteria.)
TFP332
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1 Frame 6 i l ig 110511111111114111t"\ / 11
2 - Button 5* ---------------------
amil
3- Sealing Assembly 4 1/2"
4 - BulbII
5- Deflector* (12,7 mm) 2-3/8"
6- Compression 3 I V.- NOMINAL �� (80,3 mm)
Screw 2 Veil r MAKE-IN 'u. 111110111
* Temperature rating is d
IIIIIIIIE
indicated on deflector. 1 1 o�-�
I WRENCH 3/4"
FLAT NPT
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT
FIGURE 1
MODEL K17-231 UPRIGHT(TY7151)AND PENDENT(TY7251)SPRINKLERS
Operation Care and
The glass bulb contains a fluid that ex- Maintenance
pands when exposed to heat.When the 1111111111rated temperature is reached,the fluid The TYCO Ultra K17 Sprinklers must be \
expands sufficiently to shatter the glass maintained and serviced in accordance \
bulb,allowing the sprinkler to activate with this section.
and flow water.
Before closing a fire protection system \ WRENCH
main control valve for maintenance RECESS
Installation work on the fire protection system that
it controls,permission to shut down the
The TYCO Model K17-231 Sprinklers affected fire protection systems must
must be installed in accordance with be obtained from the proper authorities 008
this section. and all personnel who may be affected
General Instructions by this action must be notified.
Do not install any bulb type sprinkler if Sprinklers that are found to be leaking FIGURE 2
the bulb is cracked or there is a loss or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion W-TYPE 8
of liquid from the bulb.With the sprin- must be replaced. SPRINKLER WRENCH
kler held horizontal,a small air bubble Automatic sprinklers must never be
should be present.The diameter of the painted, plated, coated, or otherwise The owner is responsible for the in-
air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch altered after leaving the factory.Modi- spection,testing,and maintenance of
(1,6 mm). fled sprinklers must be replaced.Sprin- their fire protection system and devices
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant ap- kiers that have been exposed to corro- in compliance with this document, as
plied to the pipe threads,hand tighten sive products of combustion,but have well as with the applicable standards
the Model K17-231 Sprinkler into the not operated, should be replaced if of the National Fire Protection Asso-
sprinkler fitting. they cannot be completely cleaned by ciation (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to
wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or by the standards of any other authorities
Step 2. Using the W-Type 8 Sprin- brushing it with a soft bristle brush. having Jurisdiction.Contact the install-
kler Wrench(Ref. Fig.2)applied to the ing contractor or product manufacturer
sprinkler Wrench Flats (Ref. Fig. 1), Care must be exercised to avoid dam- with any questions.
tighten the Model K17-231 Sprinkler into age to the sprinklers before,during,and
the sprinkler fitting. after installation.Sprinklers damaged Automatic sprinkler systems are recom-
by dropping, striking, wrench twist/ mended to be inspected,tested, and
NOTICE slippage,or the like,must be replaced. maintained by a qualified Inspection
Also, replace any sprinkler that has a Service In accordance with local re-
A leak tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint cracked bulb or that has lost liquid from quirements and/or national codes.
should be obtained with a torque of 10 its bulb.(Ref. Installation Section).
to 20 ft.lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm). Higher
levels of torque may distort the sprin-
kler inlet with consequent leakage or
impairment of the sprinkler.
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Products
Model K17-231 — 16.8 K-factor
Upright and Pendent Sprinklers
Standard Response, Standard Coverage
General NOTICE
The 16.8 K-factor, Model K17-231 Up-
Description right and Pendent Sprinklers described
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Model herein must be Installed and maintained i aai ,
in compliance with this document and
K17-231,Standard Response,Standard with the applicable standards of the Na-
Coverage,Upright and Pendent Sprin- tional Fire Protection Association,in ad- ,
klers(Ref.Figure 1)are automatic sprin- dition to the standards of any authori-
klers of the frangible bulb type. They ties having jurisdiction.Failure to do so
are "standard response spray sprin- may impair the performance of these {
klers"which produce a hemispherical devices. Ya"
water distribution pattern below the
deflector. The owner is responsible for main- u`""
The 16.8 K-factor, K17-231 Sprinklers taining their fire protection system
P and devices in proper operating con- ,
were subjected to full scale,high-piled dition. Contact the installing contrac-
storage, fire tests to qualifytheir use
9 tor or product manufacturer with any
in lieu of 8.0 or 11.2 K-Factor standard questions.
spray sprinklers for the protection of
high-piled storage. Sprinkler
Higher flow rates can be achieved at
much lower pressures with the 16.8 K- Identification
factor, K17-231 Sprinklers — making
their use highly advantageous in high Number (SIN) 1,1*.'
*
density applications,such as the pro-
tection of high-piled storage. TY7151 -Upright,16.8K
Applications for the 16.8 K-factor,Mod- TY7251 -Pendent,16.8K
el K17-231 Pendent and Upright Sprin-
klers are expanding beyond the cur- TY7151 is a redesignation for C7151, )'
rent listings/approvals.For information G1888,and S8040.
regarding research fire tests which may TY7251 Is a redesignation for C7251,
be acceptable to an authority having ju- G1889,and S8041 ,r`
risdiction,please contact the Technical %, ►,...:1.
Services Department. Technical
Data Temperature Ratings
Refer to Table A.
Approvals Finish
UL and C-UL Listed.FM and NYC Ap- Natural Brass
proved.(Specific details for laboratory Physical Characteristics
listings and approvals given in Table A. Frame Bronze
The approvals apply to the service con- Button Bronze
ditions indicated in the Design Criteria Sealing Assembly Beryllium
section.) Nickel w/TEFLON
IMPORTANT Maximum WorkingPressure Bulb(5 mm) Glass
Always refer to Technical Data Compression Screw Brass
Sheet TFP700 for the"INSTALLER 175 psi(12,1 bar) Deflector Brass
WARNING"that provides cautions Pipe Thread Connection
with respect to handling and instal- 3/4 inch NPT
letion of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents.Improper handling and in- Discharge Coefficient
stallation can permanently damage K=16.8 gpm/psi12
. a sprinkler system or Its compo- (241,9 Ipm/bar"2)
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.
Pogo 1 of 4 SIPT/MBSR 2014 T11P332
TRP332
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BULB SPRINKLER FINISH
TYPE TEMPERATURE UQUID
NATURAL BRASS
155°F(68°C) Red
UPK=8 8R1(TY7151)GHT
200°F(93°C) Green 1,2,3,4
286°F(141°C) Blue
155°F(68°C) Red
PENDENT 200°F(93°C) Green 1,2,4
K=16.8(TY7251)
286°F(141°C) Blue
NOTES:
1 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories,Inc.(UL Listed).
by Underwriters Laboratories,Inc.for use in Canada(C-UL Listed).
3 Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation(FM Approved).
(4) Approved by the City of New York under MEA 177-03-E.
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
(Refer To The Design Criteria Section)
Design Example 1:NFPA 13 provides ceiling Example 2:NFPA 13 provides ceiling
only protection(that is,no in-rack sprin- only protection(that is,no in-rack sprin-
Criteria kiers)criteria using open frame(that is, klers)criteria using open frame(that is,
no solid shelves)single,double,multi- no solid shelves)single,double,UL and C-UL Requirements multi-
ple-row,or portable rack storage(with- pie-row,or portable rack storage(with-
UL n CO ULK Listing Model ReqK17-uirements
out the need for in-rack sprinkler pro- out the need for in-rack sprinkler pro-
The TYCO
&16.8 K-f) tor,Model
rs may be tection)of cartoned unexpanded Group tection)of cartoned unexpanded Group
(TYinstalled in Y7251 accordanceSpwith NFPAy 13 A or B plastics,or,cartoned expanded A or B plastics,or,cartoned expanded
standard sprinkler position and area/ Group A or B plastics,with: Group A or B plastics,with:
density flow calculation requirements • a storage height of up to 20 feet • a storage height of up to 25 feet
for light,ordinary,or extra hazard oc- (6,1 m); (7,6 m);
cupancies with a minimum residual • a maximum ceiling height of 27 feet • a maximum ceiling height of 30 feet
(flowing) pressure of 7 psi (0,5 bar)in (8,2 m); (9,1 m);
wet or dry pipe sprinkler systems, or
they may be installed in accordance • a minimum deflector to top of • a minimum deflector to top of
with NFPA 13 standard sprinkler posi- storage clearance of 18 inches storage clearance of 18 inches
tion and area/density flow calculation (457 mm); (457 mm);
requirements for high piled storage oc- • a minimum design density of 0.60 • a minimum design density of
cupancies(solid piled,palletized,rack gpm/ft2(24,4 mm/min); 0.80 gpm/ft2(32,6 mm/min);
storage,bin box,and shelf storage in-
cluding but not limited to Class I-IV and • a minimum residual(flowing) • a minimum residual(flowing)
Group A plastics)with a minimum resid- pressure of 7 psi(0,5 bar); pressure of 7 psi(0,5 bar);
ual(flowing)pressure of 7 psi(0,5 bar) • a minimum design area of 2000 ft2 • a minimum design area of 2000 ft2
for wet or dry pipe systems. (186 m2)for wet systems or 2600 ft2 (186 m2)for wet systems or 4500 ft2
The following two examples are typical (242 m2)for dry pipe systems (418 m2)for dry pipe systems
of the types of arrangements permit- FM Approval Requirements
ted by NFPA 13. For all combinations The TYCO 16.8 K-factor,Model K17-231
of lesser and greater building heights, (TY7151)Upright Sprinklers may be in-
lesser and greater storage heights, stalled in accordance with the appiica-
storage arrangements, commodity tile control mode density/area guide-
classifications,and lesser or greater re- lines provided by Factory Mutual.(FM
quired design densities,refer to NFPA
13 for specifics. guidelines may differ from UL and C-UL
Listing criteria.)
. TFP332
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1 - Frame 6 :l 1+ g7 1-1-6-"----
6
\111\ ///�% \ R �, ` ,
2- Button 5* 1
3- Sealing Assembly 4 1/2" _
4- BulbflIII-11 5- Deflector* 3 11
(12,7 mm) 2-3/6" �
6- Compression fir__ NOMINAL ��� 60,3 mm)
Screw 2i�zta� 00 MAKE-IN .�■ (
* Temperature rating is 1 d M.
indicated on deflector. S 0 =c
II
i WRENCH 3/4' _
FLAT NPT
CROSS SECTION UPRIGHT PENDENT
MODEL K17-231 UPRIGHT(TY!5
FIGURE
AND PENDENT
(TY7251)SPRINKLERS
Operation Care and
The glass bulb contains a fluid that ex- Maintenance
pands when exposed to heat.When the ��
rated temperature is reached,the fluid The TYCO Ultra K17 Sprinklers must be \ EMI
expands sufficiently to shatter the glass maintained and serviced in accordance
bulb,allowing the sprinkler to activate with this section.
and flow water. N
Before closing a fire protection system \ WRENCH
Installation main control valve for maintenance RECESS
work on the fire protection system that
it controls,permission to shut down the \
The TYCO Model K17-231 Sprinklers affected fire protection systems must \\
must be installed in accordance with be obtained from the proper authorities �r
this section. and all personnel who may be affected ob
�-ii..-1
General Instructions by this action must be notified.
Do not install any bulb type sprinkler if Sprinklers that are found to be leaking FIGURE 2
the bulb is cracked or there is a loss or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion W-TYPE 8
of liquid from the bulb.With the sprin- must be replaced. SPRINKLER WRENCH
kler held horizontal,a small air bubble Automatic sprinklers must never be
should be present.The diameter of the painted, plated, coated, or otherwise The owner is responsible for the in-
air bubble Is approximately 1/16 inch altered after leaving the factory.Modi- spection,testing,and maintenance of
(1,6 mm). fied sprinklers must be replaced.Sprin- their fire protection system and devices
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant ap- kiers that have been exposed to corro- in compliance with this document, as
plied to the pipe threads, hand tighten sive products of combustion,but have well as with the applicable standards
the Model K17-231 Sprinkler into the not operated, should be replaced if of the National Fire Protection Asso-
sprinkler fitting. they cannot be completely cleaned by ciation (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to
Step 2. Using the W-Type 8 Sprin- wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or by the standards of any other authorities
brushing it with a soft bristle brush. having jurisdiction.Contact the install-
kler Wrench(Ref. Fig.2)applied to the ing contractor or product manufacturer
sprinkler Wrench Flats (Ref. Fig. 1), Care must be exercised to avoid dam- with any questions.
tighten the Model K17-231 Sprinkler into age to the sprinklers before,during,and
the sprinkler fitting. after installation. Sprinklers damaged Automatic sprinkler systems are recom-
by dropping, striking, wrench twist! mended to be inspected, tested, and
NOTICE slippage,or the like,must be replaced. maintained by a qualified Inspection
Also, replace any sprinkler that has a Service in accordance with local re-
A leak tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint cracked bulb or that has lost liquid from quirements and/or national codes.
should be obtained with a torque of 10 its bulb.(Ref.Installation Section).
to 20 ft.lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm). Higher
levels of torque may distort the sprin-
kler inlet with consequent leakage or
impairment of the sprinkler.