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#463 – How to Understand and Use Victaulic Sprinkler Part Numbers

October 31, 2024October 23, 2024

Fire sprinkler SINs are very useful identifiers, but they don’t tell you everything. Here’s how to read and use Victaulic sprinkler part numbers.

Flush sprinkler escutcheon vs flush sprinkler escutcheon

#462 – “Flush” vs Flush Sprinkler Escutcheons: What Must Be Listed?

October 24, 2024October 9, 2024

The term “flush sprinkler escutcheon” can mean two different things in fire protection, and only one needs a listing. Learn to spot the difference!

#461 – How to Understand and Use Tyco Sprinkler Part Numbers

October 10, 2024September 25, 2024

Fire sprinkler ID numbers (SINs) are very useful identifiers, but they don’t tell you everything. Here’s how to read and use Tyco sprinkler part numbers.

Quick response and standard response fire sprinklers

#460 – How Can the Same Fire Sprinkler Be Quick and Standard Response?

October 7, 2024September 11, 2024

Some fire sprinklers can be rated quick and standard response despite having the same physically designed thermal sensitivity. Learn why!

#459 – BlazeMaster CPVC vs FlameGuard CPVC: The Differences

September 27, 2024August 28, 2024

FlameGuard and BlazeMaster CPVC pipe are both listed for fire protection use, so how different are they? Dive into their specs to see which orange pipe is on top!

SDR pipe measurements fire sprinkler pipe

#458 – What Are SDR Pipe Measurements in CPVC Fire Sprinkler Pipe?

September 3, 2024August 14, 2024

CPVC fire sprinkler pipe must be listed and use standard dimension ratio units rather than schedule. Learn about SDR pipe measurements and more!

#457 – Hydraulic Design Information Sign for Fire Sprinklers: A Guide

August 22, 2024July 31, 2024

NFPA 13 and 25 require hydraulic design information signs on fire sprinkler systems. Here’s a review of why, the rules, and a sample sign.

#456 – How to Protect Gauges from Overpressure and Damage

August 1, 2024July 17, 2024

Pressure spikes can damage these devices in fire protection systems and other applications—here’s why, and how to prevent pressure gauge overpressure Pressure gauges are essential for monitoring the status of fire sprinkler systems, standpipes, and … Read more

#455 – Fusible link sprinkler head vs glass bulb sprinkler: the differences

July 11, 2024July 3, 2024

Fusible link fire sprinkler heads and glass bulb sprinklers are extremely similar, but some considerations exist. Learn the differences and when they matter.

#454 – Sprinkler Showdown: VK3001 vs TY313 vs V2704 vs RA1425

October 24, 2024June 19, 2024

How can you choose between quick-response, standard coverage, 5.6K upright sprinklers? QRFS referees a showdown between Viking, Tyco, Victaulic, and Reliable.