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Braided Flexible Hose Ultra Performance

Our Ultra Performance Braided flexible sprinkler hoses are available with either a 1/2″ or 3/4″ outlet, and in five different lengths: 24″, 36″, 48″, 60″, and 72″. These hoses have a maximum temperature rating of 225°F and a maximum pressure rating of 225 psi.

-Stainless Steel 304 Hose and Braid
-Zinc-plated Steel (Nut & Nipple)
-EPDM Sealing Gasket
-Nylon Isolation Ring

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Models

  • 1/2” Connection
    Outlet SizePart #Description
    1/2″KFB 224UP1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    1/2″KFB 236UP1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    1/2″KFB 248UP1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    1/2″KFB 260UP1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    1/2″KFB 272UP1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP
  • 3/4” Connection
    Outlet SizePart #Description
    3/4″KFB 324UP3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    3/4″KFB 336UP3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    3/4″KFB 348UP3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    3/4″KFB 360UP3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP
    3/4″KFB 372UP3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP

Technical Data


BRAIDED FLEXIBLE SPRINKLER DROPS APPLIANCE STANDARDS

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):  

NFPA 13: Standard for installation of sprinkler systems  

NFPA 13D: Standard for the installation of sprinkler systems in one and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes  

NFPA 13R: Standard for installation of sprinkler systems in residential occupancies up to and including four stories in height  

NFPA 13 Section 9.2.1.3.3.3: Hangers are not required for flexible connections as long as the length does not exceed 6 ft.


American Society of Testing and Methods (ASTM):  

ASTM C635: Standard specifications for the manufacture, performance, and testing of metal suspension systems for acoustical tile and lay-in panel ceilings  

ASTM C636: Standard practice for installation of metal ceiling suspension systems for acoustical tile and lay-in panels


Factory Mutual (FM), FM Class No. 1637:  

Approved standard for flexible sprinkler hose with threaded end fittings


International Building Code (IBC) Section 1621/American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7 9.6.2.6.2 & 9.6.2.6.2.2:  

Flexible sprinkler connections are the alternative solution to install without seismic escutcheons (oops ring)


BRAIDED FLEXIBLE HOSE DIAGRAM


  1. Tube
  2. Isolation Ring
  3. Sealing Ring
  4. Nut
  5. Nipple (1”)
  6. Reducer

SPECIFICATIONS

Lengths Available24”, 36”, 48”, 60”, and 72”
Outlet1/2” or 3/4”
Hose TypeBraided
HoseStainless Steel 304
Nut & NippleZinc-Plated Steel
Sealing Gasket/Isolation RingEPDM/Nylon
Max.Temp
225°F
Max.Pressure
225 psi
Min. Bend Radius
2.5"(UL), 6.5” (FM) 
DO NOT bend within 2.52 inches from connection nuts
K-Factors
Inlet 1” NPT
Outlet
1/2” or 3/4” NPT
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