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General
Description
The Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor Up-
right and Pendent Intermediate Level
Sprinklers described in this data sheet
are automatic sprinklers of the “quick
response” 3 mm frangible bulb type.
They are “standard spray” sprinklers
intended for use in fire sprinkler sys-
tems designed in accordance with the
standard installation rules recognized
by the applicable Listing or Approval
agency (e.g., UL Listing is based on
NFPA requirements). Both the Up-
right and Pendent Sprinklers produce
a hemispherical water distribution pat-
tern below the deflector.
Intermediate Level Sprinklers are pri-
marily designed for use in rack stor-
age sprinkler systems where their
thermally sensitive elements must be
shielded from the water spray of high-
er elevation sprinklers that could op-
erate earlier during a fire. Intermediate
Level Sprinklers are also used in oth-
er applications such as beneath open
gridded catwalks.
For additional Series TY-FRB Sprin-
kler information, see Technical Data
Sheet TFP172. For additional Guard
and Shield information, see Technical
Data Sheet TFP780.
NOTICE
The Series TY-FRB Sprinklers de-
scribed herein must be installed and
maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the appli-
cable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, in addition to
the standards of any other authorities
having jurisdiction. Failure to do so
may impair the performance of these
devices.
The owner is responsible for maintain-
ing their fire protection system and
devices in proper operating condi-
tion. The installing contractor or sprin-
kler manufacturer should be contact-
ed with any questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Numbers
TY313 . . . . . . . . . . Upright 5.6K, 1/2” NPT
TY323 ..........Pendent 5.6K, 1/2” NPT
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
FM Approved
(Refer to Table A for complete approv-
al information.)
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
250 psi (17,2 bar)*
*
The Maximum Working Pressure of 250 psi (17,2
bar) only applies to the listing by Underwriters
Laboratory.
Discharge Coefficient
K=5.6 GPM/psi
1/2
(80,6 LPM/bar
1/2
)
Temperature Ratings
Refer to Table A
Finishes
TY-FRB Sprinkler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass
G1/S1 Guard with Shield .....Red or Zinc
G1 Guard .................Red or Zinc
S2 Shield ...................... Zinc
Physical Characteristics
Frame .......................Bronze
Button................. Brass/Copper
Sealing Assembly....... Stainless Steel
w/TEFLON
Bulb ......................... Glass
Compression Screw. . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
Deflector.....................Copper
G1 and G1/S1 Guard ...Painted or Plated
Steel
S2 Shield ................Plated Steel
Operation
The glass bulb contains a fluid which
expands when exposed to heat. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter
the glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler
to activate and water to flow.
Series TY-FRB — 5.6 K-factor
Upright and Pendent Intermediate Level Sprinklers
Quick Response
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IMPORTANT
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER
WARNING” that provides cautions
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents. Improper handling and in-
stallation can permanently damage
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.