How far can a sidewall sprinkler throw?
How far can a sidewall sprinkler throw?
With their coverage up to 16 ft (4,9 m) wide by 24 ft (7,3 m) long, they are designed for installation along a wall or the side of a beam and just beneath a smooth ceiling.
How far does a sidewall sprinkler head spray?
8.7. 5.1. 3
| Distance from Sidewall Sprinkler to Side of Obstruction (A) | Maximum Allowable Distance of Deflector Above Bottom of Obstruction (B) [in. (mm)] |
|---|---|
| 5 ft 6 in. (1.7 m) to less than 6 ft (1.8 m) | 3 (75) |
| 6 ft (1.8 m) to less than 6 ft 6 in. (2.0 m) | 4 (100) |
| 6 ft 6 in. (2.0 m) to less than 7 ft (2.1 m) | 6 (150) |
When should I use sprinkler sidewall?
Sidewall fire sprinklers, as the name suggests, protrude from the side of a wall, as opposed to hanging down from the ceiling. Sidewall fire sprinklers are ideal to use in situations where ceiling access is limited or where freezing is a potential concern.
What is a sidewall sprinkler head?
A sidewall sprinkler is installed on the wall along or under a beam with only half of a deflector, so water coming out of the orifice shoots horizontally. Sidewall sprinkler is designed to protect small rooms, hallways, and others where sprinkler pipes are running up walls but not in the ceiling.
What is the minimum distance you can store materials relative to sprinkler heads on walls?
Storage shall be maintained 2 feet (610 mm) or more below the ceiling in non-‐sprinklered areas of buildings or a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings.
Can light next to sprinkler head?
The sprinklers spray at an angle of approximately 45 degrees. So of your light fixture is 4 inches deep, then you should keep them at least 4 inches away from the sprinkler heads.
What is the clearance for sprinkler heads?
The minimum vertical clearance between sprinklers and material below shall be 18 inches (45.7cm).
What are the different types of residential sidewall sprinklers?
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers are available in a nearly unlimited variety of custom color finishes. VK479 Residential Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler (K3.0) VK486 – Residential Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler (K4.0)
What are the different types of Quick Response Sprinklers?
Sidewall Sidewall See “Fusible Element” section for additional quick response sprinklers. VK333 – Microfast® Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers (K2.8) VK344 – Microfast® HP Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall High Pressure Sprinkler (K2.8)
How much area can a sprinkler head cover?
Thanks David! Depends on the listing of the sprinkler head, and how much water pressure you have available. Tyco TY-FRB 5.6K EC head can cover 16’x22′. The 8.0K model can cover 16’x24′.
What are the different types of Microfast sprinklers?
VK333 – Microfast® Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers (K2.8) VK344 – Microfast® HP Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall High Pressure Sprinkler (K2.8) VK337 – Microfast® Quick Response Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler (K4.2) VK305 – Microfast® Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler (K5.6)