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Model ESFR-17
16.8 K-factor Pendent Sprinkler
Early Suppression, Fast Response
General compared to ESFR Sprinklers having
a nominal K-factor of 14.0. This feature
Description offers flexibility when sizing system
piping, as well as possibly reducing or
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin- eliminating the need for a system fire
klers are Early Suppression, Fast pump.
Response (ESFR) sprinklers having a
nominal K-factor of 16.8 (See Figure 1). WARNING
They are suppression mode sprinklers Sprinkler bulb protector must NOT be
that are especially advantageous as a removed until sprinkler is to be placed
means of eliminating in-rack sprinklers in service. The W-Type 35 Sprinkler
when protecting high-piled storage. Wrench MUST be used for proper
Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers are installation of the sprinkler. Failure to
primarily used for ceiling-only sprinkler do so may result in equipment damage
protection of (but not limited to) the fol- or failure.
lowing storage applications:
NOTICE
• most encapsulated or non-encap-
sulated common materials including The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers Sprinkler
described herein must be installed and
cartoned, unexpanded plastics
• cartoned, expanded plastics
maintained in compliance with this Identification
document, as well as with the appli-
• uncartoned, unexpanded plastics cable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), in addi-
Number (SIN)
• uncartoned, expanded plastics See Table A for sprinkler identification
tion to the standards of any authorities number.
• some storage arrangements of having jurisdiction, such as FM Global.
rubber tires, roll paper, and aerosols
For more specific criteria, refer to Table
Failure to do so may impair the perfor-
mance of these devices. Technical
B in this technical data sheet as well as
the applicable design standard.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
Data
and devices in proper operating con- Approvals
The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin- dition. Contact the installing contrac- UL and C-UL Listed
klers provide the system designer tor or product manufacturer with any FM Approved
with hydraulic and sprinkler place- questions.
ment options not presently available Finish
to traditional ESFR Sprinklers having In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or Natural Brass
a nominal K-factor of 14.0. In particu- FM Global installation standard, or Physical Characteristics
lar, Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers other applicable standard, must be ref- Frame ���������������������������������������������������������Brass
are designed to operate at substan- erenced to ensure applicability and to Deflector ���������������������������������������������������Bronze
obtain complete installation guidelines. Compression Screw �����������������������������������Brass
tially lower-end head pressures, as Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phosphor Bronze
The general guidelines in this technical Bulb(3mm) ������������������������������������������������� Glass
data sheet are not intended to provide Sealing Assembly. . Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
IMPORTANT complete installation criteria.
Additional Technical Data
Refer to Technical Data Sheet See Table A for additional technical data.
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
regulatory and health information.
Always refer to Technical Data
Operation
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER The glass bulb contains a fluid which
WARNING” that provides cautions expands when exposed to heat. When
with respect to handling and instal- the rated temperature is reached, the
lation of sprinkler systems and com- fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the
ponents. Improper handling and glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler to
installation can permanently damage activate and water to flow.
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 3/4" NPT **

1 - Frame
2 - Deflector * WRENCH
3 - Compression Screw 5
FLATS
4 - Bulb 1-1/2"
5 - Button 6 (38,1 mm)
1/2"
6 - Sealing Assembly 2-3/8"
(12,7 mm)
(60,3 mm)
* Temperature rating is NOMINAL
4
MAKE-IN
indicated on Deflector.
CENTERLINE
** ISO 7-R 3/4 pipe thread 3 THERMAL
SENSING
can be provided on
ELEMENT
special request. 2*
FIGURE 1
MODEL ESFR-17 EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE
16.8K PENDENT SPRINKLER
ASSEMBLY AND DIMENSIONS

Design Item Description

Criteria Sprinkler Identification Number (SIN) TY7236

K Factor, (gpm/psi½) (Lpm/bar ½) 16.8 gpm/psi½ (241,9 Lpm/bar½)

The following general guidelines pro-
vided for the TYCO Model ESFR-17 155ºF (68ºC)
Pendent Sprinklers can be used for a Temperature Rating ºF (ºC) 205ºF (96ºC)
quick reference.
Thread Size 3/4 in. NPT or ISO 7-R 3/4
The National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (NFPA) or FM Global provide instal- Sprinkler Orientation Pendent
lation standards that must be used to
properly design an automatic sprinkler Maximum Working Pressure, psi (bar) 175 psi (12,1 bar)
system utilizing Early Suppression, Fast
Response (ESFR) Sprinklers. Conse- TABLE A
quently, the appropriate standard must MODEL ESFR-17 PENDENT SPRINKLER
be used for a given installation. TECHNICAL DATA
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM Global installation standard must System Type Maximum Spacing
be referenced to ensure applicabil- Wet Pipe 12 ft (3,7 m) for building heights up to
ity and to obtain complete installa- 30 ft (9,1 m)
Roof Construction
tion guidelines. The following general Unobstructed or obstructed construc- 10 ft (3,1 m) for building heights greater
guidelines are not intended to provide tion, such as smooth ceiling, bar joists, than 30 ft (9,1 m)
complete installation criteria. beam and girder.
Minimum Spacing
Where the depths of the solid structural 8 ft (2,4 m)
members, such as beams and stem,
exceed 12 in. (302 mm), install ESFR Minimum Clearance to Commodity
Sprinklers in each channel formed by 36 in. (914 mm)
the structural members. NFPA 13
Ceiling Slope Deflector-to-Ceiling Distance
Maximum 2 in. rise for 12 in. run (16.7%) 6 to 14 in. (152 to 356 mm)

Maximum Coverage Area Centerline of Thermal Sensing

100 ft² (9,3 m²) Element to Ceiling Distance
Refer to FM Global 2-0 for Storage
In some cases, the installation stan- Sprinklers
dards permit a greater coverage area.
Minimum Coverage Area
64 ft² (5,8 m²) per NFPA 13 and
FM Global 2-0
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Storage Type NFPA FM Global

Open Frame (i.e., no solid shelves) Refer to NFPA 13

Single, Double, Multiple-Row, or Portable Rack Storage of Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
Chapters 16 and 17
Class I-IV and Group A or B Plastics

Solid Pile or Palletized Storage of Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
Class I-IV and Group A or B Plastics Chapters 14 and 15

Refer to NFPA 13
Idle Pallet Storage Refer to FM 2-0, 8-9, and 8-24
Chapter 12

Refer to NFPA 13
Rubber Tire Storage Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-3
Chapter 18

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

(Refer to the Standard) Chapter 19

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

(Refer to the Standard)

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

(Refer to the Standard)

Automotive Components in Portable Racks N/A N/A

(Control mode only; refer to the Standard)

N/A – Not Applicable

TABLE B
MODEL ESFR-17 PENDENT SPRINKLER
COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW

Installation WARNING
Sprinkler bulb protector must NOT be
"FITTING SIDE"
TOWARD
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres- removed until sprinkler is to be placed SPRINKLER
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Pendent in service. The W-Type 35 sprinkler FITTING
Sprinklers must be installed in accor- wrench MUST be used for proper
dance with this section. installation of the sprinkler. Failure to
General Instructions do so may result in equipment damage
Do not install any bulb type sprinklers or failure.
if the bulb is cracked or there is a loss Note: Install the Model ESFR-17
of liquid from the bulb. With the sprin- Pendent Sprinkler only in the pendent
WRENCH
kler held horizontally, a small air bubble position (See Figure 2).
RECESS
should be present. The diameter of the
Step 1. With pipe-thread sealant
air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch FIGURE 2
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
(1,6 mm) for both 155°F (68°C) and W-TYPE 35
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pres-
205°F (96°C) temperature ratings. SPRINKLER WRENCH
sure to the bulb assembly, and handle
A leak-tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint the Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by
should be obtained by applying a min- the Frame arms.
imum-to-maximum torque of 10 to 20
Step 2. Wrench-tighten the Model
ft.-lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm), or by hand-
ESFR-17 Sprinkler using only the
tightening and applying an additional
W-Type 35 Sprinkler Wrench (See
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 revolutions of the wrench.
Figure 2), and by fully engaging
Higher levels of torque can distort the
(seating) the wrench on the sprinkler
sprinkler inlet with consequent leakage
wrench flats (See Figure 1).
or impairment of the sprinkler.
Step 3. After installation, inspect the
bulb of each Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler
for damage. In particular, verify that the
bulb is not cracked. Replace damaged
sprinklers.
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Care and Limited Ordering

Maintenance Warranty Procedure
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres- For warranty terms and conditions, visit Contact your local distributor for avail-
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Pendent www.tyco-fire.com. ability. When placing an order, indicate
Sprinklers must be maintained and ser- the full product name and part number
viced in accordance with this section. (P/N).
Before closing a fire protection system Sprinkler Assemblies with
main control valve for maintenance 3/4 NPT Thread Connection
work on the fire protection system Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Sup-
that it controls, obtain permission to pression, Fast Response 16.8K
shut down the affected fire protection Pendent Sprinklers (TY7236) with 3/4
system from the proper authorities NPT thread connection, (specify tem-
and notify all personnel who may be perature rating), with Natural Brass
affected by this action. finish, P/N (specify):
Sprinklers which are found to be 155°F (68°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-462-1-155
leaking or exhibiting visible signs of 205°F (96°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-462-1-205
corrosion must be replaced. Special Order
Automatic sprinklers must never be Sprinkler Assemblies with
painted, plated, coated, or other- ISO 7-R 3/4 Thread Connection
wise altered after leaving the factory. Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres-
Modified sprinklers must be replaced. sion, Fast Response 16.8K Pendent
Sprinklers that have been exposed to Sprinklers (TY7236) with ISO 7-R 3/4
corrosive products of combustion, but thread connection, (specify tempera-
have not operated, should be replaced ture rating), with Natural Brass finish,
if they cannot be completely cleaned P/N (specify):
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or 155°F (68°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-463-1-155
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. 205°F (96°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-463-1-205
Care must be exercised to avoid Sprinkler Wrench
damage to the sprinklers before, Specify: W-Type 35 Sprinkler Wrench
during, and after installation. Sprin- P/N 56-463-1-001
klers damaged by dropping, striking,
wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must
be replaced. Also, replace any sprin-
kler that has a cracked bulb or that has
lost liquid from its bulb (See Installa-
tion section).
The owner is responsible for the
inspection, testing, and maintenance of
their fire protection system and devices
in compliance with this document, as
well as with the applicable standards
of the National Fire Protection Asso-
ciation (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to
the standards of any authorities having
jurisdiction. Contact the installing con-
tractor or product manufacturer with
any questions.
Automatic sprinkler systems are rec-
ommended to be inspected, tested,
and maintained by a qualified Inspec-
tion Service in accordance with local
requirements and/or national codes.

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