Is the ceiling height 32 or 35ft? It is odd that 32' is the only height that only offers two choices where all the others offer four choices.
But both the Handbook and FMDS 2-2 have some comments related to the selection of sprinklers. If you did not have 40-60psi to use for the system and a k...@20 psi for instance lists its use as applicable to your conditions I can't see any reason why you could not use a K-25 ESFR sprinkler. But understand that a plan reviewer may not accept your alternative since it's not listed on the chart. Per the NFPA 13 Handbook: "The criteria in Table 16.2.3.1 have been expanded to permit broader applications of ESFR sprinkler technology based on large-scale test results reviewed by the Technical Committee on Sprinkler System Discharge Criteria." FMDS 2-2 The K14.0 (K200) pendent, being the original suppression mode sprinkler, has the widest array of applications. Do not assume that other suppression mode sprinklers can be used for applications where the K14.0 (K200) pendent sprinkler is permitted. Craig L. Prahl, CET Fire Protection Specialist Mechanical Department CH2MHILL Lockwood Greene 1500 International Drive Spartanburg, SC 29304-0491 Direct - 864.599.4102 Fax - 864.599.8439 [email protected] http://www.ch2m.com -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Brian Harris Sent: Tuesday, August 03, 2010 9:20 AM To: [email protected] Subject: ESFR Heads Quick question about ESFR heads, In my particular situation I'm using table 16.2.3.1 (pg.150) Storage height is 25ft, ceiling height is 32ft. Per the table I'm given the choice of either 14.0k or 16.8k, am I limited to these two options or can I use any "K" as long as the data sheets support it? Also, If it helps the calc's can you go up a level to the 35ft ceiling row and use those heads? Thanks! Brian Harris Design Engineer First Defense Fire Protection 11957 Ramah Church Road Huntersville NC 28078 [email protected] www.firstdefensefire.com <outbind://80/www.firstdefensefire.com> Ph: 704.948.3506 Fax: 704.948.3507 _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://fireball.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum For Technical Assistance, send an email to: [email protected] To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[email protected] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field) _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://fireball.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum For Technical Assistance, send an email to: [email protected] To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[email protected] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field)
