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Model ESFR-17
16.8 K-factor Upright Sprinkler
Early Suppression, Fast Response
• Most encapsulated or non-encap-
IMPORTANT sulated common materials including
Refer to Technical Data Sheet cartoned, unexpanded plastics
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
• Cartoned, expanded plastics
regulatory and health information.
• Some storage arrangements of rub-
Always refer to Technical Data ber tires and roll paper
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER
For more specific criteria, see Table A
WARNING” that provides cautions
and the applicable design standard.
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com- The Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprin-
ponents. Improper handling and klers provide the system designer with
installation can permanently damage an upright option to the traditional
a sprinkler system or its compo- pendent ESFR Sprinklers. With a K-fac-
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail tor of 16.8, Model ESFR-17 Sprinklers
to operate in a fire situation or cause provide system designers with hydrau-
it to operate prematurely. lic and sprinkler placement options not
presently available to traditional ESFR
Sprinklers having a K-factor of 14.0. In
Scan the QR code or enter the URL particular, the Model ESFR-17 Upright
in a web browser to access the most Sprinklers are designed to operate at
up-to-date electronic version of this substantially lower-end head pressures
document. Data rates may apply. compared to ESFR Sprinklers with 14.0
K-factor. This feature offers flexibility
Sprinkler
when sizing system piping and posi-
tioning the system piping with respect
Identification
to the ceiling. Number (SIN)
NOTICE See Table A
The Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers
described herein must be installed and Technical
maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the appli- Data
cable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), in addi- Approvals
FM Approved
tion to the standards of any authorities EAC Approved
docs.jci.com/tycofire/ having jurisdiction, such as FM Global.
model-esfr-17_16-8K_upright Failure to do so may impair the perfor- Finish
mance of these devices. Natural Brass
The owner is responsible for main- Physical Characteristics
General taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
Frame ���������������������������������������������������������Brass
Deflector �������������������������������������������������� Copper

Description dition. Contact the installing contrac-

tor or product manufacturer with any
Compression Screw �������������������� Stainless Steel
Hook ��������������������������������������������������������MONEL
Strut ���������������������������������������������������������MONEL
The TYCO Model ESFR-17 Upright- questions. Link Assembly ��������������������������������Solder, Nickel
Sprinklers are Early Suppression, Fast Button ���������������������������������������������������������Brass
Response (ESFR) sprinklers with a In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or Sealing Assembly. . Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
nominal K-factor of 16.8. The sprinkler FM Global installation standard must Ejection Spring ������������������������������������ INCONEL
assembly is shown in Figure 1. They are be referenced to ensure applicabil- Deflector Nut �����������������������������������������������Brass
suppression mode sprinklers that are ity and to obtain complete installa- Additional Technical Data
especially advantageous as a means tion guidelines. The general guidelines See Table A
of eliminating in-rack sprinklers when in this data sheet are not intended to
protecting high-piled storage. provide complete installation criteria.
Model ESFR-17 Sprinklers are primarily
used for ceiling-only sprinkler protec-
tion of, but not limited to, the following
storage applications:

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2-9/16" DIA.
(65,0 mm)
10 TEMPERATURE
RATING

Components: 2
1 - Frame
2 - Deflector 3
3 - Compression
WRENCH
Screw
4 FLATS
4 - Hook THERMAL
5 - Strut 3-5/8" SENSING
6 - Link Assembly 5 (92,1 mm) ELEMENT
7 - Button
8 - Sealing
Assembly 6 1/2"
9 (12,7 mm)
9 - Ejection Spring
10 - Deflector Nut NOMINAL 1-5/8"
8 MAKE-IN (41,3 mm)

7 3/4" NPT

FIGURE 1
MODEL ESFR-17 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER, 16.8K
EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE

Operation Item Description

The fusible link assembly is com- Sprinkler Identification Number (SIN) TY7126
prised of two link halves that are joined
together by a thin layer of solder. When K-factor, gpm/psi½ (Lpm/bar½) 16.8 gpm/psi½ (241,9 Lpm/bar½)
the rated temperature is reached, the
solder melts and the two link halves 165ºF (74ºC)
Temperature Rating ºF (ºC) 212ºF (100ºC)
separate, activating the sprinkler and
flowing water. Thread Size 3/4 in. NPT or ISO 7-R 3/4

Design Sprinkler Orientation Upright

Criteria Maximum Working Pressure, psi (bar) 175 psi (12,1 bar)

The following general guidelines pro- TABLE A

vided for the TYCO Model ESFR-17 MODEL ESFR-17 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
Upright Sprinklers may be used for TECHNICAL DATA
quick reference.
The National Fire Protection Associa- Roof Construction Maximum Spacing
tion (NFPA) and FM Global (FM Approv- Unobstructed or obstructed construc- • 12 ft (3,7 m) for building heights
als) provide installation standards that tion, such as smooth ceiling, bar joists, up to 30 ft. (9,1 m)
must be used to properly design an beam and girder. • 10 ft (3,1 m) for building heights
automatic sprinkler system utilizing greater than 30 ft (9,1 m)
Note: Where the depths of the solid
Early Suppression, Fast Response structural members, such as beams Minimum Spacing
(ESFR) Sprinklers. The guidelines pro- and stem, exceed 12 in. (302 mm), 8 ft (2,4 m)
vided by NFPA and FM Global may install ESFR Sprinklers in each channel
differ; consequently, the appropriate formed by the structural members. Minimum Clearance to Commodity
standard must be used for a given 36 in. (914 mm)
installation. Ceiling Slope
Maximum 2 in. rise for 12 in. run (16.7%) NFPA 13
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or Deflector-to-Ceiling Distance
FM Global installation standard must Maximum Coverage Area 3 in. to 12 in. (76,2 mm to 304 mm)
be referenced to ensure applicabil- 100 ft2 (9,3 m2)
FM Global
ity and to obtain complete installation Minimum Coverage Area Centerline of Thermal Sensing
guidelines, since the following general 64 ft2 (5,8 m2) per Element-to-Ceiling Distance
guidelines are not intended to provide NFPA 13 and FM Global 2-0 Refer to FM Global 2-0 for Storage
complete installation criteria. For more Sprinklers.
information, see Table B.
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Storage Type NFPA FM Global

Sprinkler Type ESFR Storage

Response Type FR QR

System Type Wet Wet

165ºF (74ºC) 165ºF (74ºC)

Temperature Rating ºF (ºC) 212ºF (100ºC) 212ºF (100ºC)

Open Frame (i.e., no solid shelves) Single, Double, Multiple-

Row, or Portable Rack Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
B Plastics

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

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

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

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

(Refer to the Standard)

Flammable/Ignitable Liquid Storage N/A Refer to FM 7-29

(Refer to the Standard)

Aerosol Storage N/A N/A

(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 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW

Obstructions below Upright ESFR

Sprinklers, Including Branchlines
Per the requirements of FM, obstruc-
tions below upright ESFR Sprinklers
can be ignored as follows:
• open-web bar joists or trusses hav-
ing chords no more than 4 in. (102
mm) wide
• bridging or wind bracing no more
than 4 in. (102 mm) wide
• individual pipes and conduit 4 in.
(102 mm) diameter or less 3 in.
[DN80] pipe size or less will not
require sprigs)
• individual groups of smaller pipe or
conduit having a total width of 4 in.
or less
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WRENCH Care and Limited

RECESS
Maintenance Warranty
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres- For warranty terms and conditions, visit
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Upright www.tyco-fire.com.
Sprinklers must be maintained and ser-
viced in accordance with this section.
Ordering
Before closing a fire protection system
"FITTING SIDE" main control valve for maintenance Procedure
TOWARDS SPRINKLER work on the fire protection system that
FITTING it controls, permission to shut down the Contact your local distributor for avail-
affected fire protection system must be ability. When placing an order, indicate
FIGURE 2 obtained from the proper authorities the full product name and part number
W-TYPE 21 and notify all personnel who may be (P/N).
SPRINKLER WRENCH affected by this action. Sprinkler Assemblies
Sprinklers which are found to be Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Sup-
Installation leaking or exhibiting visible signs of pression, Fast Response 16.8K Upright
Sprinklers (TY7126), (specify tempera-
corrosion must be replaced.
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres- ture rating), with Natural Brass finish,
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Upright Automatic sprinklers must never be P/N (specify):
Sprinklers must be installed in accor- painted, plated, coated, or other-
165°F (74°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-447-1-165
dance with this section. wise altered after leaving the factory. 212°F (100°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-447-1-214
Modified sprinklers must be replaced.
General Instructions Sprinklers that have been exposed to Special Order
Avoid damage to the fusible Link corrosive products of combustion, but Sprinkler Assemblies with
Assembly during installation by using have not operated, should be replaced ISO 7-1 Thread Connection
the Frame arms only to handle the if they cannot be completely cleaned Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Sup-
sprinkler and by using the appropri- by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or pression, Fast Response 16.8K Upright
ate sprinkler wrench. Do not apply by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. Sprinklers (TY7126) with ISO 7-1
pressure to the fusible Link Assembly. thread connection, (specify tempera-
Failure to do so can lead to an unstable Care must be exercised to avoid
damage to the sprinklers before, ture rating), with Natural Brass finish,
link assembly and premature activation P/N (specify):
of the sprinkler. Damaged sprinklers during, and after installation. Sprin-
must be replaced. klers damaged by dropping, striking, 165°F (74°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-448-1-165
wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must 212°F (100°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-448-1-214
A leak-tight 3/4 in. NPT sprinkler joint be replaced. Also, replace any sprinkler Sprinkler Wrench
should be obtained by applying a min- that has a cracked bulb or that has lost Specify: W-Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench,
imum-to-maximum torque of 10 to 20 liquid from its bulb. For more informa- P/N 56-001-0-686
lb-ft (13,4 to 26,8 N∙m). Higher levels tion, see the Installation section.
of torque can distort the sprinkler inlet
with consequent leakage or impairment The owner is responsible for the
of the sprinkler. inspection, testing, and maintenance of
their fire protection system and devices
Note: Install the Model ESFR-17 Upright
Sprinkler in the Upright position as shown in compliance with this document, as
in Figure 2. well as with the applicable standards
of the National Fire Protection Associ-
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant ation, such as NFPA 25, in addition to
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into the standards of any authorities having
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pres- jurisdiction. Contact the installing con-
sure to the Link Assembly, and handle tractor or product manufacturer with
the Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by any questions.
the Frame arms.
Automatic sprinkler systems are
Step 2. Wrench-tighten the Model recommended to be inspected,
ESFR-17 Upright Sprinkler using only tested, and maintained by a qualified
the W-Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench as Inspection Service in accordance with
shown in Figure 2, and by fully engag- local requirements and/or national
ing (seating) the wrench on the sprinkler codes.
wrench flats as shown in Figure 1.
Step 3. After installation, inspect the
Link Assembly of each Model ESFR-17
Sprinkler for damage. In particu-
lar, verify that the Link Assembly and
Hook are positioned as shown in Figure
1, and that the Link Assembly is not
bent, creased, or forced out of normal
position in any way. Replace damaged
sprinklers.

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