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Series EC-5 — 5.6 K-factor

Extended Coverage (Light Hazard)
Pendent and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
50 Recessed Escutcheon. The Style 50
IMPORTANT Recessed Escutcheon provides up to
Refer to Technical Data Sheet 3/8 inch (9,5 mm) of total adjustment
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to from the flush pendent position. The
regulatory and health information. adjustment provided by the Recessed
Always refer to Technical Data Escutcheon reduces the accuracy to
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER which the fixed pipe drops to the sprin-
WARNING” that provides cautions klers must be cut.
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com- Corrosion resistant coatings, where
ponents. Improper handling and applicable, are utilized to extend the life
installation can permanently damage of copper alloy sprinklers beyond that
a sprinkler system or its compo- which would otherwise be obtained
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail when exposed to corrosive atmo-
to operate in a fire situation or cause spheres. Although corrosion resistant
it to operate prematurely. coated sprinklers have passed the
standard corrosion tests of the appli-
cable approval agencies, the testing is
not representative of all possible cor-
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Technical
ity of these corrosion resistant coatings
for any given corrosive environment.

Data
The effects of ambient temperature,
concentration of chemicals, and gas/
chemical velocity, should be consid-
ered, as a minimum, along with the cor- Approvals
rosive nature of the chemical to which UL and C-UL Listed
the sprinklers will be exposed. FM Approved
NYC Approved

NOTICE Refer to Table A for complete approval infor-

mation including corrosion resistant status.
The Series EC-5 Extended Coverage The approvals apply to the service condi-
Pendent Sprinklers described herein tions indicated in the Design Criteria section.
must be installed and maintained in Maximum Working Pressure
compliance with this document, as well 175 psi (12,1 bar)
docs.jci.com/tycofire/tfp228 as with the applicable standards of the
National Fire Protection Association, in Pipe Thread Connection
addition to the standards of any other 1/2 inch NPT
General authorities having jurisdiction. Failure
to do so may impair the performance
Discharge Coefficients
Description of these devices.
K = 5.6 GPM/psi½
(K = 80,6 LPM/bar½)
The owner is responsible for main-
The Series EC-5 Extended Coverage Temperature Ratings
taining their fire protection system 135°F (57°C) and 155°F (68°C)
Pendent Sprinklers are decorative and devices in proper operating con-
glass bulb sprinklers designed for use dition. Contact the installing contrac- Finish
in light hazard occupancies. They are tor or product manufacturer with any Sprinkler: Refer to Table A
intended for use in automatic sprinkler questions.
systems designed in accordance with Recessed Escutcheon: Brass Plated, Signal
White, or Chrome Plated
standard installation rules (e.g., NFPA
13) for a maximum coverage area of Sprinkler Physical Characteristics
400 ft² (37,2 m²), as compared to the
maximum coverage area of 225 ft² (20,6 Identification Frame �������������������������������������������������������Bronze
Button �������������������������������������������������������Bronze

Number
Sealing Assembly. . Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
m²) for standard coverage sprinklers Bulb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass (3 mm dia.)
used in light hazard occupancies. Compression Screw ���������������������������������Bronze
TY3232 Deflector �����������������������������������������������������Brass
The recessed version of the EC-5,
intended for use in areas with a fin- Note: TY3232 is a re-designation for C3232.
ished ceiling, uses the two-piece Style
Page 1 of 4 AUGUST 2022 TFP228
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BULB SPRINKLER FINISH*

HAZARD TYPE TEMP. LIQUID NATURAL CHROME
COLOR POLYESTER*
BRASS PLATED
LIGHT 135°F (57°C) Orange 1, 2, 5
Refer to Table B for PENDENT
155°F (68°C) Red 1, 2, 3, 5
UL and C-UL Sensitivity Rating
and 135°F (57°C) Orange 1, 2, 5
Refer to Table C for REC. PENDENT
FM Sensitivity Rating w/Style 50 Esc. 155°F (68°C) Red 1, 2, 3, 5
NOTES:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) 5. Where Polyester Coated Sprinklers are noted to be UL and C-UL Listed, the sprinklers
2. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for use in Canada (C-UL) are UL and C-UL Listed as Corrosion Resistant Sprinklers. Polyester Coating on
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) Frame and Deflector only.
4. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 113-04-E
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
(REFER TO THE DESIGN CRITERIA SECTION)

Operation AREA STYLE 135°F (57°C) 155°F (68°C)

16 x 16 Pendent QR QR
The glass bulb contains a fluid that
expands when exposed to heat. When 16 x 16 Style 50 Recessed QR QR
the rated temperature is reached, the 18 x 18 Pendent QR QR
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the
glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler to 18 x 18 Style 50 Recessed QR QR
activate and flow water. 20 x 20 Pendent QR N/A

Design 20 x 20 Style 50 Recessed

QR: Quick Response; N/A: Not Applicable
QR N/A

Criteria TABLE B
SENSITIVITY RATING FOR UL AND C-UL LISTING
The Series EC-5 Extended Cover- OF SERIES EC-5 SPRINKLERS
age Pendent Sprinklers must only
be installed in accordance with the AREA STYLE 135°F (57°C) 155°F (68°C)
applicable UL and C-UL Listing or FM
Approval requirements as indicated 16 x 16 Pendent QR QR
below. Only the Style 50 Recessed 16 x 16 Style 50 Recessed QR QR
Escutcheon is to be used for recessed
installation, as applicable (Ref. Table A, 18 x 18 Pendent QR QR
B, and C). 18 x 18 Style 50 Recessed QR QR
UL and C-UL Listing Requirements 20 x 20 Pendent QR QR
1. The Series EC-5 Sprinklers may be
used for the coverage areas shown 20 x 20 Style 50 Recessed QR QR
in Table D, based on maintaining QR: Quick Response
the minimum specified flow rate TABLE C
as a function of coverage area and SENSITIVITY RATING FOR FM APPROVAL
hazard group for all of the sprin- OF SERIES EC-5 SPRINKLERS
klers in the design area.
2. With respect to heat sensitivity, the DESCRIPTION AREA GPM PSI
Series EC-5 Sprinklers are permit-
16 x 16 26 21.6
ted to be used with unobstruct-
TY3232 (K=5.6)
ed construction consisting of flat, PENDENT 18 x 18 33 34.7
smooth ceilings with a pitch of one 20 x 20 40 51.0
in six as defined and permitted by
NFPA 13. 1 ft = 0.3048 m 1 gpm = 3.785 lpm 1 gpm/ft² = 40.74 mm/min
1 ft² = 0.093 m² 1 psi = 0.06895 bar
3. The minimum allowable spacing TABLE D
between the Series EC-5 Sprin- FLOW CRITERIA FOR UL AND C-UL LISTING
klers, to prevent cold soldering, is OF SERIES EC-5 SPRINKLERS
8 feet (2,4 m).
4. The Series EC-5 Sprinklers are FM Approval Requirements Loss Prevention Data Sheets relate
to be installed in accordance with The Series EC-5 Extended Cover- to, but are not limited to, hydrau-
all other requirements of NFPA 13 age Sprinklers are to be installed lic design, ceiling slope and obstruc-
for extended coverage pendent in accordance with the applicable tions, minimum and maximum
sprinklers. Factory Mutual Loss Prevention Data allowable spacing, and deflector-to-
Sheet. Information provided in the FM ceiling distance.
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Components: 1/2" ESCUTCHEON PLATE

1 - Frame NPT ** SEATING SURFACE
1
2 - Button
WRENCH RECESS
3 - Sealing Assembly
2 (END "A" USED
4 - Bulb
2-1/16" FOR TY3232)
5 - Compression
Screw 3 (52,4 mm)
7/16"
6 - Deflector * (11,1 mm) FIGURE 3
4 NOMINAL 1-5/16" W-TYPE 6 SPRINKLER WRENCH
* Temperature rating is (33,3 mm)
indicated on Deflector. MAKE-IN
5 WRENCH
** Pipe thread RECESS
connections per ISO
7-1 can be provided 6*
on special request.
FIGURE 1
SERIES EC-5
EXTENDED COVERAGE PENDENT SPRINKLER (TY3232)

2-7/8" DIA.
9/16±1/8" (73,0 mm) 7/16" (11,1 mm) PUSH WRENCH
(14,2±3,2 mm) 2-1/4" DIA. 3/16" (4,8 mm) IN TO ENSURE
(57,2 mm) ENGAGEMENT
FACE OF WITH SPRINKLER
SPRINKLER 3/32"
(2,4 mm) WRENCHING AREA
FITTING
FIGURE 4
W-TYPE 7 RECESSED
SPRINKLER WRENCH

Step 1. With pipe-thread sealant

MOUNTING MOUNTING applied to the pipe threads, hand-
SURFACE PLATE tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
fitting.
CLOSURE
1-1/8" (28,6 mm) Step 2. Tighten the sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type
7/8" (22,2 mm) 6 Sprinkler Wrench shown in Figure 3.
FIGURE 2 Apply the W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench
SERIES EC-5 RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY to the wrench flats as shown in Figure
WITH TWO-PIECE 3/8 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT 1. Torque the sprinklers 7 ft-lb to 14
STYLE 50 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON ft-lb (9,5 to 19,0 N·m).
Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
Installation imum-to-maximum torque of 7 ft-lb to
14 ft-lb (9,5 N·m to 19,0 N·m).Higher
The Series EC-5 Recessed Pendent
Sprinklers must be installed in accor-
The Series EC-5 Extended Coverage levels of torque can distort the sprin-
dance with the following instructions.
Pendent Sprinklers must be installed in kler inlet with consequent leakage or
accordance with this section. impairment of the sprinkler. Step 1. After installing the Style 50
Mounting Plate over the sprinkler
General Instructions Do not attempt to compensate for
threads and with pipe-thread sealant
Do not install any bulb type sprinkler insufficient adjustment in an Escutch-
applied to the pipe threads, hand-
if the bulb is cracked or there is a loss eon Plate by under- or over-tightening
tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
of liquid from the bulb. With the sprin- the Sprinkler. Re-adjust the position of
fitting.
kler held horizontally, a small air bubble the sprinkler fitting to suit.
should be present. The diameter of the Step 2. Tighten the sprinkler into
Pendent Sprinklers the sprinkler fitting using only the
air bubble is approximately 1/16 in. (1,6 The Series EC-5 Pendent Sprinklers
mm). W-Type 7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench
must be installed in accordance with shown in Figure 4. Apply the W-Type
A leak-tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler joint the following instructions. 7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench to the
should be obtained by applying a min- sprinkler wrench flats shown in Figure
1. Torque the sprinklers 7 ft-lb to 14
ft-lb (9,5 to 19,0 N·m).
Step 3. After the ceiling is installed or
the finish coat is applied, slide on the
Style 50 Closure over the Series EC-5
Sprinkler and push the Closure over the
Mounting Plate until its flange contacts
the ceiling as shown in Figure 2.
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Care and kler that has a cracked bulb or that has

lost liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installa- Limited
Maintenance tion Section).
Frequent visual inspections are rec-
Warranty
The Series EC-5 Extended Coverage ommended to be initially performed For warranty terms and conditions, visit
Pendent Sprinklers must be maintained for corrosion resistant coated sprin- www.tyco-fire.com.
and serviced in accordance with this klers, after the installation has been
section. completed, to verify the integrity of the
corrosion resistant coating. Thereafter,
Ordering
Before closing a fire protection system
main control valve for maintenance annual inspections according to NFPA
25 should suffice; however, instead
Procedure
work on the fire protection system that
it controls, permission to shut down the of inspecting from the floor level, a Contact your local distributor for avail-
affected fire protection systems must random sampling of close-up visual ability. When placing an order, indicate
be obtained from the proper authorities inspections should be made, so as to the full product name and Part Number
and all personnel who may be affected better determine the exact sprinkler (P/N).
by this action must be notified. condition and the long term integrity
of the corrosion resistant coating as it Sprinkler Assemblies with NPT
Sprinklers that are found to be leaking may be affected by the corrosive con- Thread Connections
or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion ditions present. Specify: Series EC-5 (TY3232), K=5.6,
must be replaced. Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler,
The owner is responsible for the (specify) temperature rating, (specify)
Automatic sprinklers must never be inspection, testing, and maintenance of finish, P/N (specify):
painted, plated, coated, or other- their fire protection system and devices 135°F (57°C)
wise altered after leaving the factory. in compliance with this document, as Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-1-135
Modified sprinklers must be replaced. well as with the applicable standards Pure White (RAL9010)*
Sprinklers that have been exposed to of the National Fire Protection Asso- Polyester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-3-135
corrosive products of combustion, but ciation (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to Signal White (RAL9003)
have not operated, should be replaced the standards of any other authorities Polyester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-4-135
if they cannot be completely cleaned Chrome Plated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-9-135
having jurisdiction. Contact the install-
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or ing contractor or product manufacturer 155°F (68°C)
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. with any questions. Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-1-155
Pure White (RAL9010)*
Care must be exercised to avoid It is recommended that automatic Polyester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-3-155
damage to the sprinklers before, sprinkler systems be inspected, tested, Signal White (RAL9003)
during, and after installation. Sprin- Polyester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-4-155
and maintained by a qualified Inspec- Chrome Plated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-051-9-155
klers damaged by dropping, striking, tion Service in accordance with local
wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must requirements and/or national codes. *Eastern Hemisphere sales only
be replaced. Also, replace any sprin- Recessed Escutcheon
Specify: Style 50 Recessed Escutch-
eon, (specify*) finish, P/N (specify*)
*Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP770
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-000-6-387
Specify: W-Type 7 Recessed Sprinkler
Wrench, P/N 56-850-4-001

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TFP228
Change History Appendix

ISSUE DATE NOTES

Page 1, added QR code and URL to allow convenient access to electronic version from printed docu-
ment; Page 4, changed corporate address and telephone number to 1467 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston,
08-22
RI 02910 | Telephone +1-401-781-8220, formerly 1400 Pennbrook Parkway, Lansdale, PA 19446 | Tele-
phone +1-215-362-0700.
Updated Tyco® branding and document format; Added Johnson Controls copyright; Added disclaimer
08-18 stating specifications and information subject to change without notice; Added reference to Regulatory
and Health Warning Technical Data Sheet TFP2300.
07-16 Added Pure White (RAL9010) finish for Eastern Hemisphere sales.
03-14 Clarified polyester finish on sprinklers.
Updated and standardized RAL color finishes; Removed escutcheon part numbers, replaced by refer-
05-13
ence to data sheet TFP770 for escutcheon finish selection and part numbers.
Added reference to Installer Warning data sheet TFP700; Added NYC Approved; Added White (RAL9010)
01-05
finish for Eastern Hemisphere sales.
08-03 New Technical Data Sheet TFP228 describes Series EC-5 Pendent and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers.

1467 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910 | Telephone +1-401-781-8220

© 2022 Johnson Controls. All rights reserved. All specifications and other information shown were current as of document revision date and are subject to change without notice.