Tyco EC-25 User manual

Model EC-25 (CMDA and CMSA Applications)
25.2 (360) K-factor (360) Upright Sprinkler
Extended Coverage
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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
installation 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.
General
Description
The TYCO Model EC-25 Extended
Coverage (EC) 25.2K Upright Sprin-
kler is a UL Listed, standard response,
extended coverage Control Mode
Density Area (CMDA) sprinkler for
storage applications. It is also FM
Approved as a quick response,
extended coverage Control Mode
Density Area (CMDA) sprinkler and
as a Control Mode Specific Appli-
cation (CMSA) sprinkler, as well as
FM Approved for storage and non-stor-
age applications.
In addition, these sprinklers may be
used in accordance with the new
Chapter 21 of the 2013 edition of
NFPA 13. As such, tables 21.2.2 and
21.3.2 of NFPA 13 may be utilized for
design options. When used in accor-
dance with NFPA Chapter 21, smoke
vents and draft curtains are not required
as specified in the 2015 edition of the
International Building Code (IBC) and
International Fire Code (IFC) for CMSA
sprinklers with an RTI of 50 or less and a
design of 12 or fewer sprinklers.
These sprinklers offer a maximum cov-
erage area of 196 ft.² (18,2 m²), which
is almost double the area offered by
standard coverage sprinklers used for
similar applications.
The Model EC-25 Upright Sprinklers
comply with the criteria for the protec-
tion of retail stores as described in the
2013 Edition of NFPA 13, Section 20.3.
Where the FM Approval is utilized, the
Model EC-25 Upright Sprinkler has
successfully undergone full-scale fire
testing at FM Global for ceiling-only
storage and non-storage applica-
tions. When used in conformance with
applicable FM Global Property Loss
Prevention Data Sheets, the Model
EC-25 Sprinkler provides low hydrau-
lic demand, the spacing advantages of
extended coverage, and the obstruc-
tion benefits of an upright sprinkler.
For more information on applications
and benefits of the Model EC-25 Sprin-
kler, refer to the available white papers
at www.tyco-fire.com.
NOTICE
The Model EC-25 Upright Sprinklers
described herein must be installed
and maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the applica-
ble standards of the National Fire Pro-
tection Association (NFPA), in addition
to the standards of any other authorities
having jurisdiction (e.g., FM Global).
Failure to do so may impair the perfor-
mance of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. Contact the installing contrac-
tor or sprinkler manufacturer with any
questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
T Y9128
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed: CMDA
(Standard Response)
FM Approved: CMDA and CMSA
(Quick Response)
NYC Approved under MEA 355-01-E
(Approvals only apply to the service
conditions indicated in the Design Cri-
teria section.)
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
1 Inch NPT or ISO 7-R1
Discharge Coefficient
K=25.2 gpm/psi1/2 (362,9 lpm/bar1/2)
Temperature Ratings
165°F (74°C) and 212°F (100°C)
Maximum Coverage Area
196 ft.² (18,2 m²)
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . Stainless Steel
Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MONEL
Strut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MONEL
Link Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Solder, Nickel
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Sealing Assembly . Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
Ejection Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INCONEL
Deflector Nut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Response Time Index (RTI)
Less than or equal to 50 (m-s)0.5

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Operation
The fusible link assembly is com-
prised of two link halves that are joined
together by a thin layer of solder. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
solder melts and the two link halves
separate, allowing the sprinkler to acti-
vate and flow water.
Design
Criteria
UL and C-UL Listing Criteria
NFPA 13, Chapters 12 thru 20 –
Density / Area Design
The TYCO Model EC-25 Extended
Coverage Upright Sprinklers (TY9128)
are UL and C-UL Listed for installation
in accordance with the extended cov-
erage upright spray sprinkler require-
ments of NFPA 13 or other applicable
NFPA standards when used in conjunc-
tion with the following guidelines:
• Suitable for the protection of extra
hazard and high-piled storage
occupancies where area/density
design criteria are provided
• Suitable for unobstructed or
noncombustible obstructed
construction
• The Model EC-25 Sprinklers having
been specically tested and Listed
for noncombustible obstructed
construction are suitable for use
within trusses or bar joists having
noncombustible web members
greater than 1 inch (25,4 mm) when
applying the 4 times obstruction
criteria rule dened under “Obstruc-
tions to Sprinkler Discharge Pattern
Development.”
• The maximum coverage area per
sprinkler is 196 ft.² (18,2 m²).
• The maximum distance between
sprinklers is 15 feet (4,6 m) when
the coverage area does not exceed
144 ft.² (13,4 m²), and the maximum
distance between sprinklers is 14
feet (4,3 m) when the coverage area
does not exceed 196 ft² (18,2 m²).
• The minimum distance between
sprinklers is 8 feet (2,44 m).
• The minimum ow requirement is
based on the design density applied
over the actual coverage area per
sprinkler.
For example: when sprinkler
spacing is 14 ft. x 12 ft. - 6 in.
(4,3 m x 3,8 m) or 175 ft² (16,3 m²),
and the design density is 0.6 gpm/ft.²
(24,4 mm/min), the sprinkler design
flow rate is 105 gpm (397 lpm) and
the required design pressure is
17.4 psi (1,2 bar).
• The minimum clearance between
the deector and the top of
storage is 36 inches (0,9 m). For
clearances of 36 inches (0,9 m)
up to 48 inches (1,21 m), the
minimum design pressure is 22 psi
(1,52 bar). For clearances of 48
inches (1,21 m) and greater, the
minimum design pressure is estab-
lished by the minimum ow require-
ment. However, the pressure can
never be less than 7 psi (0,5 bar).
• Ordinary and intermediate temper-
ature rated Model EC-25 Sprin-
klers have been investigated for
use in high-piled storage occu-
pancies at the hydraulic demand
normally associated with high
temperature sprinklers. As such,
the Model EC-25 Sprinklers are
listed storage sprinklers having a
K-factor greater than 11.2 (161,4)
and having ordinary and interme-
diate temperature ratings (i.e., 165°F
or 74°C and 214°F or 101°C). Conse-
quently, the Model EC-25 Sprin-
klers, in accordance with NFPA 13,
may be used in conjunction with the
density curves for high temperature
sprinklers.
• NFPA obstruction rules for Extended
Coverage Sprinklers must be utilized.
System Type
Wet pipe, dry pipe, and preaction
systems are acceptable.
FM Approval Criteria
FM Loss Prevention Data Sheets
2-0, 3-26, and 8-9
TYCO Model EC-25 Extended Cover-
age 25.2K Upright Sprinklers (TY9128)
are FM Approved to be utilized in accor-
dance with the following guidelines.
Application
The Model EC-25 Extended Cov-
erage Upright Sprinklers are
FM Approved ceiling-level Storage
Sprinklers for storage occupancy
hazards and other similar high heat
release type fires. When compared with
other FM Approved Storage Sprinklers,
the Model EC-25 Sprinkler provides low
hydraulic demand, the spacing advan-
tages of extended coverage, and the
FM Global obstruction benefits of an
upright sprinkler.
Model EC-25 Sprinklers should be
used in conformance with applicable
FM Global Property Loss Prevention
Data Sheets.
1- Frame
2- Deector
3- Compression Screw
4- Hook
5- Strut
6- Link Assembly
7- Button
8- Gasketed Spring Plate
9- Ejection Spring
10- Deector Nut
* ISO 7-R1 pipe thread can be
provided on special request.
*
7
11" NPT
8
6
9
5
4
2
WRENCH
FLATS
TEMPERATURE
RATING
9/16"
(14,3 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
3-3/4"
(95,3 mm)
310
2-9/16" DIA.
(65,0 mm)
FIGURE 1
MODEL EC-25 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER, 25.2K
EXTENDED COVERAGE

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Hydraulic Design
To determine the hydraulic design for
the Model EC-25 Sprinkler refer to the
applicable FM Global Property Loss
Prevention Data Sheet.
System Type
Wet pipe systems only
Sprinkler Spacing
The maximum coverage area per
sprinkler is 196 ft.² (18,2 m²). The
minimum coverage area per sprinkler is
100 ft.² (9,3 m²). The maximum distance
between sprinklers is 14 feet (4,3 m).
The minimum distance between sprin-
klers is 10 feet (3,05 m).
Note: When a wall or obstruction
makes a minimum spacing of 10 feet
(3,05 m) impossible, consult FM Global
Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet
2.0 for applicable guidelines.
Sprinkler Location
Locate sprinklers with respect to
the ceiling/roof in accordance with
FM Global Property Loss Prevention
Data Sheet 2.0.
Obstructions
Follow the obstruction requirements
as detailed in FM Global Property Loss
Prevention Data Sheet 2.0.
Other Details
All other design details should be in
accordance with FM Global Property
Loss Prevention Data Sheet 2.0 as well
as any other applicable FM Global Data
Sheet.
NFPA 13, Chapter 21 –
Alternative System Design
(CMSA)
TYCO Model EC-25 Extended Cover-
age Upright Sprinklers (TY9128) have
successfully undergone large-scale
fire tests at FM Global to comply with
Chapter 21 of NFPA 13, 2013 Edition.
As such, Tables 21.2.2 and 21.3.2 of
NFPA 13 may be utilized for design
options with the Model EC-25 Upright
Sprinklers for providing ceiling-only
protection.
This allows for the protection of Pal-
letized, Solid Piled, Bin Box, Shelf, or
Back-to-Back Shelf Storage as well
as Single, Double, and Multiple Row
Open Rack protection of up to 30 feet
(9,1 m) of Cartoned Unexpanded Group
A Plastic Commodities in a maximum
35 feet (11 m) ceiling condition with
extended spacing up to 196 ft.2while
maintaining very reasonable flow and
pressure requirements. Pipe sizes as
well as water supply requirements
can now be kept to a minimum when
compared to other design methods for
high piled storage challenges. Refer to
Tables A and B of this data sheet for
specific flow, pressure, and number of
sprinklers to be calculated.
When used in accordance with NFPA
Chapter 21, smoke vents and draft cur-
tains are not required as specified in the
2015 edition of the International Building
Code (IBC) and International Fire Code
(IFC) for CMSA sprinklers with an RTI of
50 or less and a design of 12 or fewer
sprinklers.
Construction Type
In accordance with NFPA 13 for
Extended Coverage Sprinklers for High
Piled Storage.
Obstruction Criteria
Follow Sections 8.8.5.1, “Extended
Coverage Obstruction Guidelines for
Sprinkler Discharge Pattern Develop-
ment”; 8.12.5.2 and 8.12.5.3, “ESFR
Obstruction Criteria,” for obstructions
that prevent the pattern from reaching
the hazard below.
Exception: When using the Upright
EC-25 Sprinkler, any continuous
obstruction 4 inches (100 mm) or
less shall be permitted to be ignored
in accordance with NFPA 13, section
21.5.3.2.3.
Deflector Distance below Ceiling
Follow NFPA 13, Section 8.8.4 for
allowed deflector distances below
ceiling.
Clearance to Storage
Minimum 36 inches from deflector to
top of storage required.
Maximum Distance
between Sprinklers
14 feet (4,3 m)
Minimum Distance
between Sprinklers
10 feet (3,0 m)
Installation
TYCO Model EC-25 Extended Cover-
age 25.2K Upright Sprinklers are to
be installed in accordance with this
section.
Damage to the fusible Link Assembly
during installation can be avoided by
handling the sprinkler using only the
frame arms and the appropriate sprin-
kler wrench. Do not grip or apply any
force to the fusible Link Assembly.
Damaged sprinklers must be replaced
immediately.
A leak-tight 1 inch NPT sprinkler
joint should be obtained by apply-
ing a minimum-to-maximum torque of
20 to 30 lbs.-ft. (26,8 to 40,2 Nm).
Higher levels of torque may distort the
sprinkler inlet with consequent leakage
or impairment of the sprinkler.
Note: Install the Model EC-25 Upright
Sprinkler in the upright position.
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply any
force to the Link Assembly, and handle
the Model EC-25 Sprinkler only by the
Frame arms.
Step 3. Wrench-tighten the Model
EC-25 Sprinkler using only the W-Type
1 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure 2) and
by fully engaging (seating) the wrench
on the sprinkler wrench flats.
Step 4. After installation, inspect the
Link Assembly of each Model EC-25
Sprinkler for damage. In particu-
lar, verify that the Link Assembly and
Hook are positioned as illustrated in
Figure 1, and that the Link Assembly
has not been bent, creased, or forced
out of its normal position in any way.
Damaged sprinklers must be replaced
immediately.
"FITTING SIDE"
FITTING
TOWARDS SPRINKLER
RECESS
WRENCH
FIGURE 2
W-TYPE 1
SPRINKLER WRENCH

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Care and
Maintenance
TYCO Model EC-25 Extended Cover-
age 25.2K Upright Sprinklers must be
maintained and serviced in accordance
with this section.
Before closing a fire protection system
main control valve for maintenance
work on the fire protection system
that it controls, obtain permission to
shut down the affected fire protection
system from the proper authorities
and notify all personnel who may be
affected by this decision.
Inspection, testing, and maintenance
must be performed as indicated below
and in accordance with the local
requirements and/or national codes.
Any impairment must be immediately
corrected.
The owner is responsible for the inspec-
tion, testing, and maintenance of their
fire protection system and devices in
compliance with this document, as well
as with the applicable standards of any
authorities having jurisdiction. Contact
the installing contractor 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.
Limited
Warranty
For warranty terms and conditions, visit
www.tyco-fire.com.
Ordering
Procedure
Contact your local distributor for avail-
ability. When placing an order, indicate
the full product description and part
number (P/N).
Sprinkler Assemblies
Specify: Model EC-25 Extended Cover-
age 25.2K Upright Sprinklers (TY9128),
(specify temperature rating), with
Natural Brass finish, P/N (specify):
165°F (74°C) .............. P/N 58-450-1-165
212°F (100°C) ............ P/N 58-450-1-214
Special Order
Sprinkler Assemblies with
ISO 7-R 1 Thread Connection
Specify: Model EC-25 Extended Cover-
age 25.2K Upright Sprinklers (TY9128)
with ISO 7-R 1 thread connection,
(specify temperature rating), with
Natural Brass finish, P/N (specify):
165°F (74°C) ...............P/N 58-451-1-165
212°F (100°C) .............P/N 58-451-1-214
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify W-Type 1 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-872-1-025
Storage
Arrangement Commodity Class
Max.
Storage
Height
Feet
(m)
Max.
Ceiling/
Roof
Height
Feet
(m)
Type of
System
Number
of Design
Sprinklers
Min.
Operating
Pressure
psi
(bar)
Max.
Coverage
Area
Ft. x Ft.
(m x m)
Hose
Stream
Allowance
gpm
(lpm)
Water
Supply
Duration
Hours
Palletized,
Solid-Piled,
Bin Box,
Shelf, or
Back-to-Back
Shelf Storage
Class I thru
Class IV,
encapsulated
and unencapsulated,
and cartoned
non-expanded
plastics
25
( 7, 6)
30
(9,1) Wet 630 (2,1)
14 x 14
(4,3 x 4,3)
250
(950) 1
30
(9,1)
35
(11) Wet 840 (2,8)
12 x 12
(3,7 x 3,7)
250
(950) 1
30
(9,1)
35
(11) Wet 840 (2,8)
14 x 14
(4,3 x 4,3)
500
(1900) 1.5
Storage
Arrangement Commodity Class
Max.
Storage
Height
Feet
(m)
Max.
Ceiling/
Roof
Height
Feet
(m)
Type of
System
Number
of Design
Sprinklers
Min.
Operating
Pressure
psi
(bar)
Max.
Coverage
Area
Ft. x Ft.
(m x m)
Hose
Stream
Allowance
gpm
(lpm)
Water
Supply
Duration
Hours
Sprinkler
protection
criteria for
open-frame
rack storage
Class I thru
Class IV,
encapsulated
and unencapsulated,
and cartoned non-
expanded plastics
25
( 7, 6)
30
(9,1) Wet 630 (2,1)
14 x 14
(4,3 x 4,3)
250
(950) 1
30
(9,1)
35
(11) Wet 840 (2,8)
12 x 12
(3,7 x 3,7)
250
(950) 1
30
(9,1)
35
(11) Wet 840 (2,8)
14 x 14
(4,3 x 4,3)
500
(1900) 1.5
TABLE A
NFPA 13, CHAPTER 21 – ALTERNATIVE SYSTEM DESIGN
PALLETIZED, SOLID-PILED, BIN BOX, SHELF, OR BACK-TO-BACK SHELF STORAGE OF
CLASSES I - IV AND CARTONED NON-EXPANDED PLASTIC COMMODITIES
TABLE B
NFPA 13, CHAPTER 21 – ALTERNATIVE SYSTEM DESIGN
OPEN-FRAME RACK (SINGLE, DOUBLE, AND MULTIPLE ROW) STORAGE OF
CLASSES I - IV AND CARTONED NON-EXPANDED PLASTIC COMMODITIES