Fire Sprinkler System Components Archives

Why you can't install dry sprinklers in mechanical tees

#453 – Why You Can’t Install Dry Sprinklers with Mechanical Tees, Elbows & More

June 11, 2024June 6, 2024

Dry sprinklers can only be installed in specific fittings. Here’s a guide to the NFPA and manufacturer rules for appropriate installations.

#452 – How to Understand Tee Sizes: Mechanical, Straight & Reducing Tees

June 4, 2024May 22, 2024

Pipe tees can have three openings—and they can be different sizes and connection types. Here’s how to understand sizing for reducing tees, straight tees, and mechanical tees.

#449 – Sprinkler Showdown: VK3021 vs TY323 vs V2708 vs RA1414

April 11, 2024April 10, 2024

How can you choose between quick response pendent 5.6k fire sprinklers? QRFS compares Viking, Tyco, Victaulic, and Reliable models.

#447 – How to Install and Replace Fire Sprinkler Head Guards

March 15, 2024March 14, 2024

Fire sprinkler head guards protect sprinklers from damage—here’s how to replace them or install new ones with different attachment styles.

#445 – Dry Sprinkler Heads: How to Determine & Measure Barrel Length

March 7, 2024February 14, 2024

Dry sprinkler heads prevent freeze-ups in wet and dry systems, but you must get the barrel length right. Learn how to measure to order them properly.

#437 – How to Replace a Recessed Fire Sprinkler Escutcheon

November 7, 2023October 25, 2023

Replacing recessed fire sprinkler escutcheons can be easy or complex. QRFS reviews how to install skirts or the whole escutcheon, both listed and split-ring models.

#436 – How to Read a Reliable Fire Sprinkler Bulletin | Data Sheet

October 18, 2023October 11, 2023

Learn how to use Reliable fire sprinkler data sheets (“Bulletins”) to identify and purchase the correct sprinklers and accessories for your fire protection system.

Avoiding uncertified fire sprinklers on Amazon

#435 – Buying Fire Sprinklers on Amazon: Avoid Noncertified Products & Risks

October 6, 2023September 27, 2023

Amazon still sells some unlisted, non-compliant fire sprinklers. Learn why these are risky and how to avoid questionable products.

#434 – How to Read a Senju Sprinkler Data Sheet

September 18, 2023September 13, 2023

Learn how to use Senju fire sprinkler data sheets to identify the correct sprinklers, escutcheons, cover plates, and other parts for your fire protection system.

How to find a fire sprinkler identification number (SIN)

#433 – How to Find a Fire Sprinkler SIN (Sprinkler Identification Number)

April 25, 2024August 30, 2023

A fire sprinkler identification number (SIN) tells you almost everything needed about a sprinkler and what to buy. Here’s how to spot it.