Selecting Fire Protection Equipment Archives

#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.

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#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!

#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.

#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.

#451 – BSPT vs NPT Fire Sprinkler Head Sizes: Know the Difference

June 3, 2024May 8, 2024

BSPT vs NPT standards for tapered pipe threads govern fire sprinkler sizes. Learn about the differences, where each is used, and how to get the right part.

#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.

#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.

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#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.