VOLUME II: FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS - Ipexna
VOLUME II: FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS MECHANICAL TECHNICAL MANUAL SERIES F IWR VE D PR I NE K S Y S T M LS E R SYSTEMS Now listed for more types of appications than any other nonmetallic system. We build tough products for tough environments
BlazeMaster Fire Sprinkler Systems Mechanical Technical Manual Series Volume II 2019 by IPEX. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without prior written permission. For information contact: IPEX Inc., Marketing, 1425 North Service Road East, Unit 3, Oakville, Ontario, Canada, L6H 1A7 The information contained here within is based on current information and product design at the time of publication and is subject to change without notification. IPEX does not guarantee or warranty the accuracy, suitability for particular applications, or results to be obtained therefrom.
ABOUT IPEX At IPEX, we have been manufacturing non-metallic pipe and fittings since 1951. We formulate our own compounds and maintain strict quality control during production. Our products are made available for customers thanks to a network of regional stocking locations throughout North America. We offer a wide variety of systems including complete lines of piping, fittings, valves and custom-fabricated items. More importantly, we are committed to meeting our customers’ needs. As a leader in the plastic piping industry, IPEX continually develops new products, modernizes manufacturing facilities and acquires innovative process technology. In addition, our staff take pride in their work, making available to customers their extensive thermoplastic knowledge and field experience. IPEX personnel are committed to improving the safety, reliability and performance of thermoplastic materials. We are involved in several standards committees and are members of and/or comply with the organizations listed on this page. For specific details about any IPEX product, contact our customer service department.
CONTENTS Fire Protection Systems Technical Manual About IPEX Overview Section One: General Information Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Section Two: Industry Standards and Guidelines IPEX BlazeMaster Products with other CPVC and Solvent Cements . . . 5 Where to use IPEX BlazeMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Concealed Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Unfinished Basements with Exposed Solid Wood Joist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Exposed Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Factory Mutual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Combustible Concealed Installations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Extended Coverage Sprinklers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Air Plenums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 System Risers in NFPA 13R and 13D Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Section Three: Material Properties Pressure Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Pipe Dimensions and Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Section Four: Design Data Sprinkler Head Temperature Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Temperature/Pressure Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Hydraulic Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Thermal Expansion and Contraction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Pipe Deflection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Chemical Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Freeze Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Fire Protection Systems i
Section Five: Handling and Installation Underground Water Pressure Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Backfilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Loop Offset for Contraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Outdoor Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Pressure Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Estimating One-Step Solvent Cement Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Hangers and Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Threaded Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Flanged Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Grooved Coupling Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Penetrating Fire Rated Walls and Partitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Earthquake Bracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Installation Dos and Don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Disclaimers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Section Ten: Appendices Appendix A: Reference Tables and Conversion Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Appendix B: Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 ii Fire Protection Systems
Overview This manual provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive information about IPEX’s BlazeMaster Fire Sprinkler Systems. All aspects of the BlazeMaster System are covered from basic raw material properties to installation procedures of the finished product. Written with the engineer, contractor and distributor in mind, it is based on laboratory test results combined with IPEX’s years of field experience. This manual is intended as a supplement to basic, fundamental knowledge relating to the installation and/or repair of CPVC fire sprinkler systems. It is the primary source for BlazeMaster installation instructions. Before commencing installation, a user should understand and confirm applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines and local code approval and installation requirements for CPVC fire sprinkler systems. Fire Protection Systems 1
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SECTION ONE: GENERAL INFORMATION Features and Benefits Lower Installation Costs In addition to a lower material cost, BlazeMaster pipe and fittings can significantly reduce labor and transportation costs on a typical installation. The reason? Plastics are easily handled, stored, cut and joined. And, heavy equipment used to install metallic and other piping systems are not required, thereby reducing project costs. Extended Life IPEX’s BlazeMaster System is fundamentally ageless and impervious to normal weather conditions. BlazeMaster Systems in uninterrupted service have operated successfully for over 18 years. During maintenance or revisions, examinations of the original plastic materials showed excellent physical and hydraulic characteristics. Improved Flow IPEX piping has a substantially lower Roughness Factor than metal and other materials, and since BlazeMaster CPVC does not rust, pit, scale or corrode, the interior walls remain smooth in virtually any service. This high carrying capacity may result in the use of flatter grades or smaller diameter pipe. Fire Performance BlazeMaster is made with CPVC which offers an even greater fire safety profile than PVC. Like PVC, CPVC will not independently support combustion, and as such will not burn once the flame source is removed. CPVC’s ignition resistance is demonstrated by its flash ignition temperature of 900 F. CPVC also has a low flame spread. In addition, it provides outstanding smoke characteristics. In testing conducted to CAN/ULC S102.2, CPVC showed a flame spread of less than 15, and a smoke-developed classification of 15. And, like PVC, CPVC has a fuel contribution of 0. Extensive tests on PVC and CPVC compounds prove their outstanding fire performance. These materials meet the most stringent requirements governing the use of combustible pipe in most building types. Once properly selected for the application and correctly installed, IPEX BlazeMaster provides years of maintenance-free service. Our materials will not rust, pit, scale or corrode on either interior or exterior surfaces. Fire Protection Systems 3 GENERAL INFORMATION IPEX BlazeMaster pipe and fittings are designed specifically for fire sprinkler systems. They are made from a specialty thermoplastic known chemically as postchlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC). IPEX BlazeMaster pipe and fittings provide unique advantages in sprinkler installations including superior hydraulics, ease of joining, increased hanger spacing in comparison to other thermoplastics and ease of assembly. They also are based on a technology with a continuous and proven service history of more than 40 years.
GENERAL INFORMATION Applications BlazeMaster Fire Sprinkler Systems offer a level of superior performance that exceeds your requirements: Fully approved for use in all NFPA 13 Light Hazard applications Field fabrication reduces design engineering Smooth inner surface allows pipe downsizing with superior hydraulics – Hazen-Williams “C” factor of 150 Great in corrosive environments – immune to Microbiology Influenced Corrosion (MIC) Higher occupancy rate compared to metal retrofits Less impact on occupants during retrofits Design savings Concealed and exposed, UL and ULC Listed for use in NFPA 13, 13R, and 13D Light Hazard applications including high rise buildings FM Approved, NSF certified, and permitted for use in air plenums per NFPA 90A 4 Fire Protection Systems
SECTION TWO: INDUSTRY STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe carries the markings of Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC), and Underwriters Laboratories Inc.(UL) and Factory Mutual (FM). BlazeMaster is listed by NSF International (NSF) when potable water is used. Refer to individual manufacturers’ installation instructions for specific listings and approvals. IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings are UL and ULC Listed for use with IPEX and/or other BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and/or BlazeMaster CPVC fittings Listed in accordance with the appropriate U.S. and/or Canadian requirements. The BlazeMaster products’ listing does not include the combination of IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe with other types of specially listed CPVC fire sprinkler pipes, fittings and solvent cements. Where to Use IPEX BlazeMaster Fire Sprinkler Systems IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings are Listed by Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC) and Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) for use in: Light Hazard occupancies as defined in the Standard for Installation of Sprinkler Systems, NFPA 13. With concealed installation the minimum protection shall consist of one layer of 3/8” (9.5 mm) gypsum wallboard, or a suspended membrane ceiling with lay-in panels or tiles having a weight of not less than 0.35 pounds per square foot (1.7 kg per square meter) when installed with metallic support grids, or 1/2” (12.7 mm) plywood soffits. STANDARDS & GUIDELINES Combination of IPEX BlazeMaster Products with other CPVC and Solvent Cements Concealed Installations For residential occupancies defined in NFPA 13R and 13D, the minimum protection may consist of one layer of 1/2” (12.7 mm) plywood. During periods of remodeling and renovation, appropriate steps must be taken to protect the piping from fire exposure if the ceiling is temporarily removed. In concealed installation, the sprinkler temperature rating is 77ºC (170 F) or lower. In accordance with the ULC Listing, the effectiveness of this protection can be impaired if penetrated by large openings such as ventilation grills; exhaust fans connected to metal ducts serving washrooms excepted. Where such penetration is present, individual openings exceeding 0.03 m2 but not exceeding 0.71 m2 in area must be located so that the distance from the edge of the opening to the nearest sprinkler does note exceed 300 mm. This piping shall not be used where such openings exceed 0.71 m2 in area. The effect of the presence of nonrated recessed lighting fixtures, public address speakers and other interruptions of the protective membrane has not been investigated. Residential occupancies as defined in the Standard for Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to Four Stories in Height, NFPA 13R. Residential occupancies as defined in the Standard for Sprinkler Systems in One and Two Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, NFPA 13D. Air plenums, as defined by the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, NFPA 90A. Underground Water Pressure Service, NFPA 24 at a maximum working pressure of 1210 kPa (175 psi). System risers in residential buildings up to four stories in height, NFPA 13R and 13D, when protected, at a maximum working pressure of 1210 kPa (175 psi). IPEX BlazeMaster fire sprinkler systems shall be employed in wet-pipe systems only. (A wet-pipe system contains water and is connected to a water supply so that the water will discharge immediately when the sprinkler is opened.) BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings must never be used in a system using compressed air or other gases. National Fire Protection Association Standards 13, 13R, 13D, the Building Code of Canada and NFPA 24 must be referenced and followed for design and installation requirements in conjunction with this design manual. Fire Protection Systems 5
Unfinished Basements with Exposed Solid Wood Joist STANDARDS & GUIDELINES Note: Check with your IPEX representative or local building code for use of system before installing in unfinished basements. 4. All system mains shall be run perpendicular to the joists. All branch lines shall be run parallel to the joists. Schedule 80 fittings in the 1-1/2 in. and larger size shall be used. 5. All solvent cement joints shall be made with IPEX BlazeMaster (BM-5) One Step Solvent Cement. 6. When the total protected area exceeds 1,000 square feet, blocking shall be utilized to divide the area into individual compartments not exceeding 1,000 square feet. The maximum length along the joist shall not exceed 32 feet. When the length exceeds 32 feet, blocking shall be utilized. The blocking shall be constructed of minimum 1/2 in. plywood and shall be the full depth of the wood joists. It is acceptable for items such as piping, wires, ducts, etc. to penetrate the blocking. The gap between the item penetrating the blocking should be minimized. For installations where the gap exceeds 1/4 in., the gap shall be filled with insulation, caulking, or other suitable material. 7. When installing IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe perpendicular (system mains) to the solid wood joists, listed support devices for thermoplastic sprinkler piping or other listed support devices shall be used which mount the piping directly to the bottom of the solid wood joists. As an alternative to mounting the pipe and fittings below the solid wood joists, it is also acceptable to cut holes in the solid wood joists at or below the center of the depth of the solid wood joist for support – the holes should be oversized to allow for movement and located to not impair the structural integrity of the joists. In accordance with the UL and ULC Listing, IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings may be installed without protection (exposed) in unfinished basements in accordance with NFPA 13D when subject to the following additional limitations: 1. The ceiling shall be horizontal and constructed utilizing nominal 2” x 10” solid wood joists on 16” centers. OR The ceiling shall be horizontal and constructed utilizing nominal 2”. x 12” solid wood joists on 16” centers. When installing IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings in conjunction with 2” x 12” solid wood joists, the maximum system working pressure under flowing conditions shall not exceed 100 psi and the maximum system working pressure under static (nonflowing) conditions shall not exceed 175 psi. 2. The distance from the floor to the bottom of the solid wood joists shall be between 7’ and 8’. 3. Listed residential pendent sprinklers with a maximum temperature rating of 155 F and a minimum K-factor of 3.0 are to be used for this type of installation. The maximum sprinkler spacing shall not exceed 12 feet. The system is to be designed based upon the Listed flows for the sprinkler selected except that the flow for a single sprinkler flowing is to be not less than 10 gpm and the flow for multiple sprinklers flowing is to be not less than 8 gpm per sprinkler. The sprinklers are to be installed with their deflectors a maximum of 13/4 “ below the bottom of the solid wood joists in anticipation of future installation of a finished ceiling. (reference NFPA 13D, Section 4-2.4, 1999 Edition) 6 Fire Protection Systems CAUTION: When drilling holes in the solid wood joists, the structural integrity must be maintained. Consult the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) or building code for requirements.
8. Use of IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings is limited to basements where the quantity and combustibility of contents is low and fires with relatively low rates of heat release are expected. STANDARDS & GUIDELINES When installing IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe parallel (branch lines) to the solid wood joists, the pipe and fittings shall be installed in the cavity below the bottom of the ceiling and above the bottom of the joist. The branch lines shall be located at or below the center of the depth of the solid wood joist. The pipe shall be installed utilizing listed support devices for thermoplastic sprinkler piping or other listed support devices which mount the piping directly to nominal 2” wood blocking or listed support devices for thermoplastic sprinkler piping which offset the pipe a nominal distance of 1-1/2 in. from the solid wood joists. Center Wall Riser with Main at Wall Riser in Corner Center Wall Riser with Center Room Main Fire Protection Systems 7
Branches supported STANDARDS & GUIDELINES with Blocking Branches supported with Hangers 8 Fire Protection Systems
NFPA 13R and 13D BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings are not Listed for installation in combustible spaces requiring sprinklers, as referenced NFPA 13. However, NFPA 13R and 13D permit the omission of sprinklers from combustible concealed spaces and BlazeMaster pipe and fittings can be installed in these areas when protecting residential occupancies according to these standards. NFPA 13R and 13D permit the omission of sprinklers from combustible concealed spaces and IPEX BlazeMaster pipe and fittings may be installed in these areas when sprinklering residential occupancies according to these standards. STANDARDS & GUIDELINES Exposed Installations (Where Sprinklers are Required) As an alternative to the protection requirements, BlazeMaster pipe and fittings may be installed without protection (exposed), subject to the following additional limitations: Smooth, flat, horizontal fixed ceilings 1. Exposed piping is to be installed below a smooth, flat, horizontal fixed ceilings in conjunction with Listed quick response or residential sprinklers of maximum temperature rating of 77ºC (170ºF). 2. Listed Quick-Response pendent sprinklers having deflectors installed within 8” (203 mm) from the ceiling or Listed Residential pendent sprinklers located in accordance with their Listing and a maximum distance between sprinklers not to exceed 15’ (4.57 m). 3. Listed Quick Response horizontal sidewall sprinklers having deflectors installed within 6” (152 mm) from the ceiling and within 4” (101 mm) from the sidewall or Listed Residential horizontal sidewall sprinklers located in accordance with their Listing and a maximum distance between sprinklers not to exceed 14’ (4.27 m). 4. Exposed pipe employing Listed Quick Response upright heads shall be installed not more than 71/2” (190 mm) from the ceiling to the centerline of the pipe. Upright heads shall be installed having the deflectors within 4” (101 mm) from the ceiling and a maximum distance between sprinklers not to exceed 15’ (4.57 m). For upright heads, the maximum distance from the centerline of a sprinkler head to a hanger shall be 3” (76.2 mm). Factory Mutual Extended Coverage Sprinklers In accordance with the UL and ULC Listing, IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings may be installed without protection (exposed) with Listed Extended Coverage Sprinklers when subject to the following additional limitations: Exposed piping is to be installed below a smooth, flat, horizontal ceiling construction. When using fittings that are 11/2 inch or greater, only schedule 80 fittings may be used. Factory Mutual (FM) insured properties require the pipe to be protected by a permanent non-removable fire resistant barrier. Exposed pipe and drop in ceiling panels are not acceptable. The end use application is limited to unobstructed construction. Combustible Concealed Installations The new listing allows listed pendent, light hazard, quick response, extended coverage sprinklers AND listed residential pendent sprinklers with a 155 F maximum temperature rating to have deflectors installed within 8”. from the ceiling. The distance between sprinklers may range from 15 to 20’ with a minimum application density IPEX BlazeMaster pipe and fittings must never be installed in combustible concealed spaces requiring sprinklers, as referenced in NFPA 13. All solvent cement joints shall be made with BlazeMaster (BM-5) One Step Solvent Cement. Fire Protection Systems 9
STANDARDS & GUIDELINES of 0.10 gpm/sq. ft. Previously, the listing was restricted to quick response pendent sprinkler heads with a limitation of 15’ spacing between the heads. In addition, the new listing allows listed horizontal sidewall, light hazard, quick response, extended coverage sprinklers AND listed horizontal sidewall residential sprinklers with a 165 F maximum temperature rating to have deflectors installed within 6” from the ceiling and within 4” from the sidewall. The distance between sprinklers may range from 14’ to 18’ with an application density of at least 0.10 gpm/ sqft. The listing had been restricted to quick response horizontal sidewall sprinkler heads with a limitation of 14’ spacing between heads. Before beginning installation the manufacturer’s installation instructions must be referenced for complete information regarding installation. Additional requirements may be listed in NFPA 13, 13D and 13R. System Risers in NFPA 13R and 13D Applications BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings may be used as system risers in accordance with NFPA 13D and 13R when subject to the following additional limitations: 1. When installed protected (concealed), the minimum protection shall consist of either one layer of 9.5 mm (3/8”) thick gypsum wallboard or 12.7 mm (1/2”) thick plywood. 2. In accordance with the UL and ULC Listing, when installed without protection (exposed), the following limitations shall apply: (a) The riser shall be installed below a smooth, flat, horizontal ceiling construction. A Listed residential pendent sprinkler is to be installed with its deflector at the distance from the ceiling specified in the sprinkler Listing. Only CPVC cements approved by IPEX can be used with BlazeMaster pipe and fittings. OR The riser shall be installed below a horizontal unfinished basement ceiling (in accordance with NFPA 13D) constructed utilizing nominal 2” x 10” or nominal 2” x 12” exposed solid wood joists on 16” centers. A Listed residential pendent sprinkler is to be installed with its deflector a maximum of 13/4” below the bottom of the solidwood joist in anticipation of future installation of a finished ceiling. Summary Sprinkler Type Existing UL Listing sprinkler head spacing requirements New, additional UL Listing sprinkler head spacing options Pendent 15’ maximum 20’ maximum Sidewall 14’ maximum 18’ maximum Air Plenums In accordance with the UL and ULC Listing, IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings are approved for use in air plenums. IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings have been investigated by UL per the requirements of UL 1887 and found to comply with the combustibility requirements for thermoplastic sprinkler pipe as described in the Standard for Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, NFPA 90A and various model mechanical codes. (Note: IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings may be installed in the plenum adjacent to, but not over, openings in the ceiling such as ventilation grills and require the use of Schedule 80 fittings in the 11/2” and larger size.) (b) A listed residential pendent sprinkler having a maximum temperature rating of 155 F and a minimum K-factor of 3.0 is to be installed at a maximum horizontal distance of 12” from the centerline of the riser. The system is to be designed based upon the Listed flows for the sprinkler selected except that the flow for a single sprinkler flowing is to be not less than 10 gpm and the flow for multiple sprinklers flowing is to be not less than 8 gpm per sprinkler. (c). The riser shall be supported vertically within two feet of the ceiling or bottom of the joist. d) 10 Fire Protection Systems When installing BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings in conjunction with 2” x 12” solid wood joists, the maximum system working pressure under flowing conditions shall not exceed 100 psi and the maximum system working pressure under static (nonflowing) conditions shall not exceed 175 psi. The minimum riser diameter shall be 1” and the maximum riser diameter shall be 2”. Schedule 80 fittings for riser sizes 11/2” and larger shall be used.
3. e) The maximum distance between the wall(s) and the outside surface of the riser pipe shall be 11/2”. f) All solvent cement joints shall be made with BlazeMaster One Step Solvent Cement (BM-5). Figure 2: Coupling Modification for Riser Collar The system shall be installed per the requirements of NFPA 13, Sections 6-2.5 (1999 Edition), Support of Risers. The BlazeMaster CPVC sprinkler pipe and fittings shall be installed per the manufacturer’s installation and design manual. 5. Risers shall be supported by pipe clamps or by hangers located on the horizontal connection close to the riser. Only Listed hangers and clamps shall be used. 6. Vertical lines must be supported at intervals, described in 7 & 8 below, to avoid placing excessive load on a fitting at the lower end. Do this by using riser clamps or double bolt pipe clamps Listed for this service. The clamps must not exert compressive stresses on the pipe. If possible, the clamps should be located just below a fitting so that the shoulder of the fitting rests against the clamp. If necessary, a coupling can be modified and adhered to the pipe as a bearing support such that the shoulder of the fitting rests on the clamp. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended cure time. Recommended method for securing BlazeMaster pipe vertically. Place clamp below shoulder of fitting. WARNING: Modified riser collar shall only be used to provide support to the riser and shall not be used to join two pieces of pipe. Figure 1: Field Modification for Riser Collar for Vertical Use Plastic Coupling or Collar Adhered to Pipe STANDARDS & GUIDELINES 4. Snug but not Tight Strut to Wall 7. Do not use riser clamps that squeeze the pipe and depend on compression of the pipe to support the weight. 8. Hangers and straps shall not compress, distort, cut or abrade the piping and shall allow for free movement of the pipe to allow for thermal expansion and contraction. 9. Maintain vertical piping in straight alignment with supports at each floor level, or at 10 feet (3.05 m) intervals, whichever is less. 10. CPVC risers in vertical shafts or in buildings with ceilings over 25’ (7.62 m), shall be aligned straightly and supported at each floor level, or at 10’ (3.05 m) intervals, whichever is less. Modified BlazeMaster CPVC Coupling Adhered to Pipe Fire Protection Systems 11
SECTION THREE: MATERIAL PROPERTIES Pressure Rating Physical & Thermal Properties of BlazeMaster CPVC BlazeMaster pipe and fittings (20 – 80 mm (3/4” – 3”)) are rated for continuous service of 1207 kPa (175 psi) at 65ºC (150 F). Pipe Dimensions & Weights MATERIAL PROPERTIES IPEX BlazeMaster pipe is produced in SDR 13.5 dimensions. SDR, or standard dimensional ratio, means the pipe wall thickness is directly proportional to the outside diameter. This results in all diameters carrying the same
The BlazeMaster products' listing does not include the combination of IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe with other types of specially listed CPVC fire sprinkler pipes, fittings and solvent cements. Where to Use IPEX BlazeMaster Fire Sprinkler Systems IPEX BlazeMaster CPVC pipe and fittings are Listed by Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (ULC) and
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