MX200 Design en R01

Design Manual
Fire Suppression System MX 200
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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 General................................................................ 1.1 Non UL or FM Approved items...................... 1.2 Purpose of the manual.................................. 1.3 General information....................................... 1.4 Changes........................................................ 1.5 Copyright....................................................... 1.6 Explanation of symbols................................. 6 6 6 7 8 8 9
Characteristics of the system.......................... 10 2.1 Personal safety in the protected enclosure. 10 2.2 Personal safety in the cylinder storage room for the extinguishing agent containers........ 10 2.3 Decomposition products.............................. 11 2.4 Room permeability and hold time................ 11 2.5 Door fan test................................................ 12 2.6 Filling pressure of the extinguishing agent containers.................................................... 12 2.7 Additional extinguishing agent quantity to compensate for the non-usable residual quantities..................................................... 14 2.8 Additional extinguishing agent quantity for multi zone systems* non-UL/non-FM.................. 14 2.9 Nozzle characteristic data........................... 16 2.10 Application temperature............................ 18 2.11 Design concentration................................ 18 2.12 Requirements for fire detection elements and the fire suppression detection system 19 2.13 Special requirements imposed on high air movement rooms...................................... 20 2.14 Pressure relief device................................ 20 Project procedure for fire suppression systems .................................................................. 21 Pipelines and pipeline routing......................... 22 Information required for the design................ 5.1 Required extinguishing agent quantity........ 5.2 Extinguishing agent containers................... 5.3 Use of different system pressure stages..... 5.4 Release of extinguishing agent containers through a control cylinder extinguishing agent container or CO2 pilot cylinder........... 29 29 32 33 34
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5.5 Use of test connections............................... 34 5.6 Quantity regulation for multi zone systems. 35 5.7 Maximum extinguishing agent concentration at high temperatures................................... 35 5.8 Flooding time............................................... 36 5.9 Restrictions due to the calculation method. 36 5.10 Equivalent lengths..................................... 37 5.11 Conversion table for mass units................ 40 6 The MX DesignManager................................... 6.1 Important information concerning the MX DesignManager........................................... 6.2 Introduction................................................. 6.3 Installation and basic settings..................... 6.3.1 System requirements............................... 6.3.2 Installation and starting............................ 6.3.3 License..................................................... 6.3.4 Adapt the basic settings........................... 6.3.5 Fundamentals of software operation........ 6.4 Calculation of a gas fire suppression system......................................................... 6.4.1 Start.......................................................... 6.4.2 Enter the project specifications................ 6.4.3 Quantity calculation.................................. 6.4.4 Container selection.................................. 6.4.5 Pipe system.............................................. 6.4.6 Nozzles.................................................... 6.5 Execute the hydraulic calculation................ 6.6 Adapt the calculation results....................... 6.7 Print output.................................................. 6.8 Warnings and error messages.................... 6.8.1 Warning messages.................................. 6.8.2 Error messages........................................ 6.9 Range of calculation.................................... 6.10 Update....................................................... 6.11 Information and support............................ 41 41 41 42 42 42 43 44 45 46 46 47 49 51 54 57 59 59 59 59 59 60 61 70 70
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Documentation for the owner.......................... 71 Transfer to the owner of the system............... 72 Glossary............................................................ 73
10 Index.................................................................. 81
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Appendix........................................................... 84
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General
Please note, that some of the mentioned parts or systems in this manual are not UL1) listed or not FM2) Approved. These parts or systems are distinguished with n an asterisk combined with "not UL", for those parts or systems not UL listed, example: Component* not UL. n an asterisk combined with "not FM", for those parts or systems not FM Approved, example: Component* not FM. You will find the distinguished marks either at the headlines or in the technical data sheets.
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1.1 Non UL or FM Approved items
Underwriters Laboratories FM Approvals
1.2 Purpose of the manual

This manual describes the project planning of MX 200 fire suppression systems and use of the MX DesignManager software. Information on fire detection and the electrical control system is not a component of this manual. The prerequisites for working with this manual are indepth knowledge of the chemically active extinguishing agent, the technical details of MX 200 fire suppression systems, and in-depth knowledge of the local regulations, directives, and standards. The best known and most frequently used international regulations for fire suppression systems with chemical extinguishing agents are the following: n n n n NFPA 2001 ISO 14520, Part 1 and Part 9 ISO 15004, Part 1 and Part 5 CEA 4045
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This design manual contains neither detailed information concerning safe and efficient operation of the system, nor detailed information concerning installation and service. An operating manual can be ordered from the manufacturer ( page 2) under item number 88 9329. In addition an installation and service manual can be ordered from the manufacturer under item number 88 9331.
1.3 General information

Fire suppression systems are designed in such a manner that they satisfy the specifications of NFPA 2001, ISO 14520, EN 15004, FM Global, UL, CEA 4045, VdS 2381 or of other organizations. Moreover they must agree with statutory regulations, laws, and standards - if applicable. The system must be configured jointly by qualified designers and insurance companies. The owner is responsible for the layout and configuration of the system, its suitability for the intended use, and its agreement with all standards and statutory regulations. The manufacturer or entity responsible for the commercialization of the components described in this manual does not configure systems for specific system versions/installation cases and assumes no warranty or guarantee relative to the evaluation as to whether a system satisfies the intended use or whether it meets standards or statutory regulations. Descriptions, calculations formulas, depictions, or presentations that are used by the manufacturer or the entity responsible for the commercialization of the system, are used exclusively for the purpose of illustration, and do not represent any specific system, installation, configuration, or capacity of the same, or any results to be achieved. The manufacturer or entity responsible for the commercialization of the system rejects the use of the provided descriptions, calculations formulas, depictions or presentations for any purpose other than illustration, the owner is solely liable for any other application or use. The authorized distributor is responsible for the selection of the system components. In this regard he must ensure that the components satisfy the requirements of applicable specifications. Moreover it is the task of the Authorized Distributor to ensure that the selected com-
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ponents are compatible with the capacity of the system as well as with the national and local legislation, and that all selected components are used in agreement with their characteristics and the manufacturers specifications.
1.4 Changes
The information in this manual is subject to change and update. The illustrations contained in this manual were current at the time of publication. Screen displays and output formats shown at a later point in time can deviate from these illustrations.
1.5 Copyright
Companies, names, and dates that are used in the examples listed in this manual are simply fictitious if nothing to the contrary is noted. No part of this document may be reproduced in any possible form, nor through any means, transmitted, electronically or mechanically for any possible purpose without the express written permission of Minimax GmbH & Co. KG. MX DesignManager The MX DesignManager software is the intellectual property of Minimax GmbH & Co. KG and its suppliers and thus enjoys legal protection. Structure, organization and the code of the software are valuable trade secrets and confidential information of Minimax GmbH & Co. KG and its suppliers. Trademarks may only be used in accordance with recognized trademark practice, to the extent that output material produced with this software in accordance with this manual contains such trademarks and is required for contractual use. This type of trademark use grants no property rights whatsoever relative to the respective trademark. Before using the trademarks, it must be ensured that the trademark is not protected in favor of a third party n the territory of use. Liability on the part of Minimax GmbH & Co. KG for trademark infringements in these countries is excluded. With the exception of the above, this manual gives no property rights inherent in the software.
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1.6 Explanation of symbols

Safety instructions Safety instructions are marked with symbols in these instructions. The safety instructions are always introduced by signal words that express the extent of the danger. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. This signal word indicates information considered important but not hazard-related such as property damages.
L DANGER
L WARNING
L CAUTION
NOTICE
Tips and recommendations This symbol indicates useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and trouble-free operation.
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Characteristics of the system

The following specific characteristics must be taken into consideration when planning fire suppression system projects.
2.1 Personal safety in the protected enclosure

For the safety of personnel comply with the LOAEL and NOAEL values of the extinguishing agent. n NOAEL = 9 % by volume n LOAEL = 10.5 % by volume After the NOAEL value has been reached or exceeded measures to protect personnel are required. The type and scope of the required measures are specified by local regulations.
2.2 Personal safety in the cylinder storage room for the extinguishing agent containers
Extinguishing agent containers in the protected enclosure If the extinguishing agent containers are located in the protected enclosure, special requirements apply for the safety of personnel Chapter 2.1 Personal safety in the protected enclosure on page 10. Separate cylinder storage rooms for the extinguishing agent containers with spatial volume that is less than that of the protected enclosure must be adequately vented. The conditions are specified by local regulations. For multi zone systems a safety valve is installed on the distribution pipe of the area. Route the safety relief line of the safety valve to the outdoors. In addition the safety relief line must be designed in such a manner that when venting out, hazards cannot occur for personnel due to the extinguishing agent flowing out under pressure.
Extinguishing agent containers in a separate cylinder storage room
Safety relief lines
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2.3 Decomposition products

For fluoride-based chemically-active extinguishing agents, in addition to fire gasses hydrogen fluoride (HF) can also occur during extinguishment. An aqueous solution of hydrogen fluoride results produces hydrofluoric acid. For class A fires with low fire energy and timely fire detection, as well as sufficient extinguishing agent concentration, the quantity of hydrogen fluoride that occurs when extinguishing is negligibly low. For class B fires (liquid fires) due to the fast and higher energy release more hydrogen fluoride occurs in the fire event.
2.4 Room permeability and hold time

Due to the optimized and economically-implemented quantity of extinguishing agent and the characteristic that the mixture of air and extinguishing agent that is capable of extinguishing is heavier than air, permeability of the enclosure delimitations of the protected enclosure result in losses of extinguishing agent. This can result in the fact that an effective extinguishing concentration is not reached or maintained. A visual, subjective estimate of the permeability of the enclosure delimitation of a protected enclosure does not offer adequate accuracy. Consequently we recommend execution of a room permeability test (door fan test). Moreover the protected enclosure must have the following characteristics: n The protected enclosure must have automatic closing devices on doors and windows. n Windows should not open or should only open with special auxiliary materials. n Heat-transfer areas must be made of non-combustible or flame-retardant materials. n Use of a fire-safety seal against fire smoke and fire gases to adjacent areas. n Heat-transfer areas and seals must be designed for the excess pressure or negative pressure that occurs during discharge. n Pressure relief devices must be installed, if required by door fan test.
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2.5 Door fan test

The door fan test is used for precise determination of the seal of the enclosure delimitation of a extinguishing zone. For this a fan is mounted in a door of the extinguishing zone. With the aid of the fan excess pressure and negative pressure is generated in the extinguishing zone. Based on multiple pressure differential and air throughput measurements a leakage surface as well as the theoretical hold time of the concentration capable of extinguishing fires can be calculated. In addition any leakage can be localized for sealing measures. A description of the door fan test is provided in the following regulations and standards: n n n n n NFPA 2001 Annex C ISO 14520-1 Annex E EN 15004-1 Annex E VdS 2381 Annex A10 CEA 4045 Appendix A10
For proper use of the fire suppression system adequate room permeability is a crucial factor.
2.6 Filling pressure of the extinguishing agent containers

The extinguishing agent of the fire suppression system has a low inherent pressure (3.9 bar at 20 C (56 psi at 68 F)). To displace the extinguishing agent out of the extinguishing agent containers through the pipelines to the nozzles in the extinguishing zone a nitrogen blanket over the extinguishing agent in the container is required.
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1 Nitrogen condensed with 25 bar (360 psi) 2 Nitrogen condensed with 50 bar (725 psi)
Fig. 1: Nitrogen blanket The higher the blanketing pressure the higher the efficiency of the system. The fire suppression system can be operated with a blanketing pressure of up to 50 bar (725 psi) (maximum system pressure). This offers the following advantages: n With identical pipe diameter the maximum permissible pipeline length is greater than it is for comparable 25 bar or 42 bar systems (360 psi or 610 psi systems). n The usable filling portion of the extinguishing agent containers (ratio of container volume to filling portion of extinguishing agent) is greater than that of the comparable 25 bar or 42 bar systems (360 psi or 610 psi systems). n The required pipeline diameter at identical pipeline length is less than it is for comparable 25 bar or 42 bar systems (360 psi or 610 psi systems). n At a higher filling portion of the extinguishing agent containers the containers are smaller than they are for comparable 25 bar or 42 bar systems (360 psi or 610 psi systems). n Due to the pressure temperature curve the filling portion of 50 bar systems (725-psi systems) is somewhat less than that of the 25 bar or 42 bar systems (360-psi or 610-psi systems).
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2.7 Additional extinguishing agent quantity to compensate for the nonusable residual quantities
Due to the design of the extinguishing agent containers, which are manufactured without seams, a non-usable residual quantity remains in the container after flooding is concluded. This residual quantity must be taken into account in the project planning through an additional quantity. Extinguishing agent container filling quantity = calculated quantity + additional quantity
Extinguishing agent container size Nominal filling Manufacturing process Diameter
22 l
40 l
80 l
100 l
80 l
140 l
180 l
55 lbs Seamless
100 lbs Seamless
200 lbs Seamless
250 lbs Seamless
200 lbs Seamless 406 mm (16 in.) 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
350 lbs Seamless 406 mm (16 in.) 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
450 lbs Seamless
229 mm 229 mm 267 mm 316 mm (9 in.) (9 in.) (10.5 in.) (12.44 in.) 0.7 kg (1.5 lbs) 0.9 kg (2.0 lbs)
406 mm (16 in.) 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
Additional 0.3 kg 0.3 kg quantity (0.7 lbs) (0.7 lbs)
In the MX DesignManager the additional quantity is added automatically to the design quantity.
2.8 Additional extinguishing agent quantity for multi zone systems* non-UL/nonFM
Extinguishing agent that remains in the pipeline during flooding due to the pipeline design, is not available for extinguishing. This effect can be particularly serious for multi zone systems. If a much smaller area compared to the other areas is also connected on a multi zone distributor, a relatively large amount of extinguishing agent remains in the area distributor pipe at flooding. To compensate, an additional quantity must be taken into account and added to the required quantity. The additional quantity LZMB is calculated as follows:
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LZMB = VPipe * VPipe = total volume of the pipeline, in which the extinguishing agent remains at flooding = density of the extinguishing agent Density extinguishing agent 1410 1,41 88 0,051 Example VPipe = 0.35 ft = 88 lb/ft LZMB = 0.35 ft * 88 lb/ft = 30.8 lb Unit kg/m kg/l lb/ft lb/in
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2.9 Nozzle characteristic data
Fig. 2: Nozzle arrangement A B 1 2 3 4 360 nozzle 180 nozzle Maximum effective nozzle radius Rmax Minimum distance between a 360 nozzle and a spray obstacle Maximum distance between a 360 nozzle and a spray obstacle Spray obstacle* 5 6 7 8 9 Maximum distance between a 180 nozzle and a spray obstacle Minimum distance between a 180 nozzle and a spray obstacle max. 10 m (32.8 ft) max. 10 m (32.8 ft) max. 10 m (32.8 ft)
* - The maximum height of the spray obstacle should be as high as the room. For a 360 nozzle the following characteristic data applies: n Maximum nozzle coverage area Amax: 100 m (1076 ft) n Maximum effective nozzle radius Rmax: 7.07 m (23.2 ft) n Maximum effective nozzle height Hmax: 5 m (16.4 ft) n Minimum effective nozzle height Hmin: 0.3 m (1 ft) n Minimum distance between a 360 nozzle and a spray obstacle: 1.13 m (3.7 ft) The maximum width of the spray obstacle should be 0.9 m (3 ft) (Fig. 2/2). n Maximum distance between a 360 nozzle and a spray obstacle: 2.5 m (8.2 ft). The maximum width of the spray obstacle should be 2 m (6.6 ft) (Fig. 2/3).
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For a 180 nozzle the following characteristic data applies: n Maximum nozzle coverage area Amax: 100 m (1076 ft) n Maximum effective nozzle radius Rmax: 11.18 m (36.7 ft) n Maximum effective nozzle height Hmax: 5 m (16.4 ft) n Minimum effective nozzle height Hmin: 0.3 m (1 ft) n Minimum distance between a 180 nozzle and a spray obstacle: 2.26 m (7.4 ft) The maximum width of the spray obstacle should be 0.9 m (3 ft) (Fig. 2/6). n Maximum distance between a 180 nozzle and a spray obstacle: 5 m (16.4 ft) The maximum width of the spray obstacle should be 2 m (6.6 ft) (Fig. 2/5). The following always applies: n Minimum nozzle pressure: 9 bar (131 psi) The minimum nozzle pressure must be maintained to ensure the evaporation of the extinguishing agent on the nozzle as well as the homogeneous distribution of the extinguishing agent in the protected enclosure. n Maximum extinguishing agent quantity on a nozzle: 212 kg (467 lb) n Spray obstacles Spray obstacles cover and obstruct the spray area of the nozzle. Only one spray obstacle is permitted on one nozzle. If there are multiple or larger spray obstacles, and if these obstacles are outside of the limits specified in Fig. 2, then additional nozzles are required.
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Application temperature
L WARNING Ensure that the specified temperature values are maintained. For UL/FM-approved systems the temperatures for the pipeline and the protected enclosure due to the previously executed tests of the calculation program (MX DesignManager) are limited to values from 15.6 C (60 F) to 26.7 C (80 F). If the temperatures are outside of this value range, there is a risk that not enough agent will flow out of the system. There is danger of injury because fires will not be extinguished. The fire suppression system can always be set up for operation in a temperature range from -18 C to +50 C (0 F to 122 F). However to ensure evaporation of the liquid extinguishing agent at release, the temperature must be at least 0 C (32 F)* in the protected enclosure. The maximum temperature for the protected enclosure is 50 C (122 F).** * UL/FM: 15.6 C (60 F) ** UL/FM: 26.7 C (80 F) The additional extinguishing agent quantity is determined by design concentration and design temperature. The design temperature is the lowest temperature that can be expected in the protected enclosure. Due to system characteristics the electrical contact of the contact pressure gauge switches at a temperature of approx. 5 C (41 F) due to the temperature-occasioned pressure drop in the extinguishing agent container.
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Design concentration
The design concentration is determined by the required extinguishing concentration as well as additional safety quantities. n Extinguishing concentration class A MEC (NFPA 2001): 5.8 % by volume n Extinguishing concentration class B MEC (NFPA 2001): 6.7 % by volume Design concentration in accordance with NFPA 2001: n class A fires: 7.0 % by volume n class B fires (n-heptane): 8.7 % by volume
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Design concentrations in accordance with ISO 14520-5: n class A fires (surface): 7.9 % by volume n class A fires (higher hazard): 8.5 % by volume n class B fires (n-heptane): 9.0 % by volume Please note that in the standard directives the minimum concentrations are specified for standard conditions. Deviating conditions can require an increase in the minimum concentration. If the power supply in the extinguishing zone cannot be switched off at flooding in the event of fire, under certain circumstances a design concentration that is higher than the standard concentration specified for a fire class is required (see local regulations and standards).
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Requirements for fire detection elements and the fire suppression detection system
Fires must be reliably detected, if possible at an extremely early stage of fire emergence. Early fire detection is the basis for the early release of the fire suppression system and thus ensures minimum fire damage. The components of the fire detection and extinguishing control panel must satisfy local regulations and standards. For FM-approved systems, FM-approved fire-detection elements and release devices must be used. In addition fire detection and extinguishing control panels must be used that are compatible with the fire-detection elements and release devices. For UL-approved systems, UL-approved fire-detection elements and release devices must be used. In addition fire detection and extinguishing control panels must be used that are compatible with the fire-detection elements and release devices. For information on compatibility see the separate operating manual of the fire detection and extinguishing control panel.
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Special requirements imposed on high air movement rooms

Air conditioners generate a high air speed in operation. In the event of fire, this dilutes the fire smoke. This influences the detection characteristics of optical smoke detectors; under certain conditions this can delay activation of the smoke detector. Therefore in high air movement rooms early fire detection systems (e.g. Minimax Helios aspiration smoke detectors) should be used. In high air movement rooms with fresh air admixture there is danger that the fire smoke from outside will be suctioned in with the fresh air and the fire detection devices will respond incorrectly. The fresh-air supply should therefore be monitored with smoke detectors and automatically closed if fire smoke occurs. Volumes of air-conditioning or ventilation ducts that are in constant connection with the air volume of the flooding area must be taken into account as a supplemental volume in the quantity calculation of the extinguishing agent.
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Pressure relief device

In the extinguishing zone negative pressure occurs briefly when flooding begins. During the flooding process the pressure increases excess pressure occurs. For the proper function of the fire suppression system and to avoid structural damage in the protected enclosure, negative pressure and excess pressure must be dissipated from the extinguishing zone via a pressure relief device. For determination of the necessary pressure relief area we recommend the procedure that is described in the FSSA Guide "Estimating Enclosure Pressure and Pressure Relief Vent Area for Applications Using Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems". n Source: www.fssa.net
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Project procedure for fire suppression systems
Project procedure for fire suppression systems

An optimal project procedure for fire suppression systems is presented below: 1 - Check whether all required information that is required from the design phase until transfer to the owner is present 2 - Calculate the protection volumes and estimate the quantity of extinguishing agent 3 - Determine the location of the extinguishing agent containers and container size, and preselect the system pressure stage 4 - Determine the pipeline routing and prepare isometric drawings 5 - Calculate the system with the MX DesignManager 6 - Optimize the system with the aid of the calculation results 7 - Have the extinguishing agent container set-up approved by the owner 8 - Order components with the MX DesignManager parts list 9 - Install the system 10 - Check the system calculation against the actual pipeline routing, which may deviate from the planning 11 - Prepare documentation and transfer it to the owner
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Pipelines and pipeline routing

L WARNING Only use tested pipelines and fittings (ISO and NPT). If non-tested pipelines and fittings are used there is a risk that not enough extinguishing agent will flow out of the fire suppression system. This can cause injuries. Pipelines, fittings, and installation of pipelines and fittings must satisfy the local directives, regulations, and standards. With reference to the NFPA 2001 requirements the following operating pressures are specified. Pipelines must be configured for at least these operating pressures.
Container pressure Container pressure at 50 C (122 F) at 21 C (70 F)
Minimum configuration pressure for the nozzle distribution pipework at 21C (70 F) 27.2 bar (395 psi) 42.3 bar (614 psi) 50 bar (725 psi)
Minimum configuration pressure for manifolds upstream of selector valves* at 21 C (70 F) 66 bar (958psi) 66 bar (958 psi) 66 bar (958 psi)
25 bar (360psi) 42 bar (610 psi) 50 bar (725psi)
35 bar (493 psi) 52.9 bar (767 psi) 59.6 bar (864 psi)
*The prerequisite is use of the safety valve (item number 88 8007) in the manifold L CAUTION Check manifolds for compressive strength and leaks before use. Distributor pipes of selector valves are prefabricated and tested components. Manifolds for the extinguishing agent containers of multiple container systems are manufactured at the construction site or in the plant. The most important rules for designing distribution pipeworks n Distribute nozzle arrangement and supply line as symmetrically as possible n Comply with the branching rules
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n Keep the number of elbows to a minimum, these cause the highest pressure losses of all pipeline components n Strictly note and comply with the quantity distribution on T-pieces, possibly an overfilling of room parts in the protected enclosure may be necessary NOTICE Comply with specifications due to system characteristics, such as minimum nozzle pressure, flow speed of the extinguishing agent, minimum and maximum outflow times, etc. The pipelines are calculated on the basis of a hydraulic calculation with the MX DesignManager. Retroactive changes to the line routing and the pipe cross sections without a new calculation can cause the fire suppression system to fail. Retroactive changes to the distribution pipework must be specified in writing and presented to the project manager for evaluation and possibly for a new calculation. L CAUTION Ensure cleanliness when installing the distribution pipework. Residues and fouling (cutting oil, greases, sealing compound) can get into the protected enclosure through the nozzles during the extinguishing process and cause damage. Permissible quantity distribution on T-pieces
Fig. 3: Quantity distribution 1 Inlet Due to the T-piece quantity rule (Fig. 3) it may be necessary to flood room parts of the protected enclosure (e.g. cavity floor or intermediate ceiling), for which the extinguishing agent is tapped laterally from the main line (more extinguishing agent than would be mathematically required for extinguishing).
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Permissible position of Tpieces
Due to the 2-phase flow of extinguishing agent in the pipeline (liquid and gaseous simultaneously) outlets to nozzles or distributions on T-pieces are only permitted via lateral branches (settling section)! Direct connection of T-pieces without lateral branches are permitted for stand pipes and down pipes (Fig. 4).
Fig. 4: Permissible position Impermissible position of Tpieces The following branches are not permitted, as in these cases the proportion of gas and the proportion of liquid cannot be distributed uniformly (Fig. 5).
Fig. 5: Impermissible position
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Settling sections upstream and downstream of T-pieces
Fig. 6: Settling sections Settling sections (Fig. 6) are required to obtain an homogeneous flow behavior downstream from a distribution. Settling sections must be at least as long as 6x the nominal pipe cross section.
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Modular distribution pipework
Fig. 7: Modular pipeline For a modular pipeline (Fig. 7) every extinguishing agent container (or multiple extinguishing agent containers connected via a manifold) within a protected enclosure, has a separate nozzle pipeline with one or more nozzles. For every extinguishing agent container the distribution pipework is calculated separately hydraulically. The entire volume of the protected enclosure is subdivided into separate calculations. If a manifold is not used then the check valves can be dispensed with.
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Symmetric distribution pipework (2 or more nozzles on one distribution pipework)
Fig. 8: Symmetric distribution pipework For a symmetric pipeline (Fig. 8) the lengths and nominal diameters of the supply lines to the nozzles are identical. This means that all nozzles have the same nominal diameter and the same bore diameter. Because the flow time of the extinguishing agent, the mass discharge, and the pressures are identical for all nozzles, the hydraulic calculation for symmetric systems is less complex than it is for asymmetric systems.
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Asymmetric distribution pipework (with 2 or more nozzles on one distribution pipework)
Fig. 9: Asymmetric distribution pipework For an asymmetric distribution pipework, the lengths and nominal diameters of the supply lines to the nozzles are not identical. Nozzle pressures and mass discharges are different. Special care is required if there is retroactive change to a calculated asymmetric distribution pipework.
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Information required for the design

Part numbers of the components and additional information, such as control diagrams, electrical connection data, etc. are provided in the installation and service manual.
5.1 Required extinguishing agent quantity

Extinguishing agent quantity for room protection (US units) - a Source: NFPA 2001, Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, 2008 Edition, Table A.5.5.1 (i)
Temperature t (F)
Specific steam volume s (ft/ lb) 1.9264 1.9736 2.0210 2.0678 2.1146 2.1612 2.2075 2.2538 2.2994 2.3452 2.3912 2.4366 2.4820 2.5272 2.5727 2.6171 2.6624
Extinguishing agent quantity per volume unit of the protected room, W/V (lb/ft) - b Design concentration (% by volume) - e 7.0 7.9 8.4 8.5 8.7 9.0 9.5 10.5
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170
0.0391 0.0445 0.0475 0.0482 0.0494 0.0513 0.0544 0.0608 0.0381 0.0434 0.0464 0.0470 0.0482 0.0501 0.0531 0.0594 0.0372 0.0425 0.0454 0.0460 0.0472 0.0489 0.0519 0.0580 0.0364 0.0415 0.0444 0.0449 0.0461 0.0478 0.0508 0.0568 0.0356 0.0406 0.0434 0.0440 0.0451 0.0468 0.0497 0.0555 0.0348 0.0397 0.0425 0.0430 0.0441 0.0458 0.0486 0.0543 0.0341 0.0389 0.0416 0.0421 0.0432 0.0448 0.0476 0.0532 0.0334 0.0381 0.0408 0.0413 0.0423 0.0439 0.0466 0.0521 0.0327 0.0374 0.0399 0.0405 0.0415 0.0430 0.0457 0.0511 0.0321 0.0366 0.0392 0.0397 0.0407 0.0422 0.0448 0.0501 0.0315 0.0359 0.0384 0.0389 0.0399 0.0414 0.0440 0.0491 0.0309 0.0352 0.0377 0.0382 0.0392 0.0406 0.0431 0.0482 0.0303 0.0346 0.0370 0.0375 0.0384 0.0398 0.0423 0.0473 0.0298 0.0340 0.0363 0.0368 0.0377 0.0391 0.0416 0.0464 0.0293 0.0334 0.0357 0.0361 0.0371 0.0384 0.0408 0.0456 0.0288 0.0328 0.0350 0.0355 0.0364 0.0378 0.0401 0.0448 0.0283 0.0322 0.0344 0.0349 0.0358 0.0371 0.0394 0.0440
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Temperature t (F)
Specific steam volume s (ft/ lb) 2.7071 2.7518 2.7954
Extinguishing agent quantity per volume unit of the protected room, W/V (lb/ft) - b Design concentration (% by volume) - e 7.0 7.9 8.4 8.5 8.7 9.0 9.5 10.5
180 190 200
0.0278 0.0317 0.0339 0.0343 0.0352 0.0365 0.0387 0.0433 0.0274 0.0311 0.0333 0.0337 0.0346 0.0359 0.0381 0.0426 0.0269 0.0306 0.0327 0.0332 0.0340 0.0354 0.0375 0.0419 a - The manufacturer listing specifies the operating temperature range. b - W/V [extinguishing agent weight requirements (lb/ ft)] = required extinguishing agent quantity per ft protected enclosure volume in pounds to achieve the specified concentration at the specified temperature W = V/s * (C/(100-C)) c - t [temperature (F)] = configuration temperature in the danger zone d - s [specific volume (ft/lb)] of HFC-227ea hot steam can be approximately calculated based on the following formula: s = 1.885 + 0.0046*t where t is the temperature in F e - C [concentration (%)] = volume concentration of HFC-227ea in the air at specified temperature
Extinguishing agent quantity for room protection (SI units) -a
Source: NFPA 2001, Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, 2008 Edition, Table A.5.5.1 (j)
Temp Spet (C) - cific steam c volume s (m/ kg) - d -10 -5 0 0.1215 0.1241 0.1268
Extinguishing agent quantity per volume unit of the protected room, W/V (kg/m) - b Design concentration (% by volume) - e 7.0 7.9 8.4 8.5 8.7 9.0 9.5 10.5
0.6196 0.7061 0.7549 0.7647 0.7844 0.8142 0.8641 0.9658 0.6064 0.6910 0.7388 0.7484 0.7677 0.7967 0.8457 0.9451 0.5936 0.6766 0.7234 0.7328 0.7517 0.7800 0.8280 0.9254
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Temp Spet (C) - cific c steam volume s (m/ kg) - d 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 0.1294 0.1320 0.1347 0.1373 0.1399 0.1425 0.1450 0.1476 0.1502 0.1527 0.1553 0.1578 0.1604 0.1629 0.1654 0.1679 0.1704
Extinguishing agent quantity per volume unit of the protected room, W/V (kg/m) - b Design concentration (% by volume) - e 7.0 7.9 8.4 8.5 8.7 9.0 9.5 10.5
0.5816 0.6628 0.7086 0.7179 0.7364 0.7642 0.8112 0.9066 0.5700 0.6497 0.6945 0.7036 0.7217 0.7490 0.7950 0.8885 0.5589 0.6370 0.6810 0.6899 0.7077 0.7344 0.7796 0.8713 0.5483 0.6249 0.6681 0.6768 0.6942 0.7205 0.7648 0.8547 0.5382 0.6133 0.6557 0.6642 0.6813 0.7071 0.7505 0.8388 0.5284 0.6021 0.6437 0.6521 0.6689 0.6943 0.7369 0.8236 0.5190 0.5914 0.6323 0.6405 0.6570 0.6819 0.7238 0.8089 0.5099 0.5811 0.6213 0.6293 0.6456 0.6701 0.7111 0.7948 0.5012 0.5712 0.6106 0.6186 0.6345 0.6586 0.6990 0.7812 0.4929 0.5616 0.6004 0.6082 0.6239 0.6476 0.6873 0.7681 0.4847 0.5524 0.5906 0.5983 0.6137 0.6369 0.6760 0.7555 0.4770 0.5435 0.5811 0.5886 0.6038 0.6267 0.6651 0.7434 0.4694 0.5349 0.5719 0.5793 0.5943 0.6167 0.6546 0.7316 0.4621 0.5267 0.5630 0.5704 0.5851 0.6072 0.6445 0.7203 0.4550 0.5187 0.5545 0.5617 0.5762 0.5979 0.6347 0.7094 0.4482 0.5109 0.5462 0.5533 0.5676 0.5803 0.6252 0.6988 0.4416 0.5034 0.5382 0.5452 0.5593 0.5805 0.6161 0.6885
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a - The manufacturer listing specifies the operating temperature range. b - W/V [extinguishing agent weight requirements (kg/ m)] = required extinguishing agent quantity per ft protected enclosure volume in pounds to achieve the specified concentration at the specified temperature m = V/s * (C/(100-C)) c - t [temperature (C)] = configuration temperature in the danger zone d - s [specific volume (m/kg)] of HFC-227ea hot steam can be approximately calculated based on the following formula: s = 0.1269 + 0.000513*t where t is the temperature in C e - C [concentration (%)] = volume concentration of HFC-227ea in the air at specified temperature
5.2 Extinguishing agent containers

Detailed information on the extinguishing agent containers is provided in the Appendix.
Extinguishing agent container size (nominal filling) < 80 l (200 lbs) > 80 l (200 lbs)
Valve type1)
Siphon tube nominal diameter
Connection to the distribution pipework2) DN 40 (1 1/2 in.) DN 50 (2 in.)
B0482 DN33 B0481 DN49

1)
32 mm (1.26 in.) 42 mm (1.65 in.)
- Type A = standard valve Type B = valve with integrated electrical release device (special applications)
2)
- Nominal diameter of the hoses and adapters for the connection on the valve
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Fill density for all container sizes Specification Fill factor, maximum1) n VdS 25 bar (360psi) 42 bar (610 psi) 50 bar (725psi) n UL/FM/CE 25 bar (360 psi) 42 bar (610 psi) 50 bar (725 psi) Fill factor, minimal1) n CE/VdS n UL/FM
1)
System
Value Unit 1.04 (2.293) kg/l (lbs/l) 0.85 (1.874) kg/l (lbs/l) 1.14 (2.513) kg/l (lbs/l) 1.05 (2.315) kg/l (lbs/l) 0.4 (0.882) kg/l (lbs/l) 0.5 (1.1) kg/l (lbs/l)
at 21 C (70 F)
Maximum container size: 180 l (450 lbs) empty volume The extinguishing agent containers connected together on a manifold must have the same size and the same fill density.
5.3 Use of different system pressure stages

Only connect extinguishing agent containers with the same system pressure on a distribution pipework. Recommended use of the 25 bar (360 psi) system pressure stage: n Systems with one extinguishing agent container, if for the calculation of a system with a system pressure of 50 bar (725 psi) the lowest nozzle pressure is greater than 25 bar (360 psi) n Conversion from existing 25 bar (360 psi) systems, if these systems cannot be replaced by 50 bar (725 psi) n Small protected enclosures in which the extinguishing agent container can be set up in the room n Short pipelines from the extinguishing agent container to the nozzle
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Recommended use of the 50 bar (725 psi) system pressure stage: n Systems with long pipelines n Multi zone systems Chapter 5.4 Release of extinguishing agent containers through a control cylinder extinguishing agent container or CO2 pilot cylinder on page 34
5.4 Release of extinguishing agent containers through a control cylinder extinguishing agent container or CO2 pilot cylinder
Operating pressure control cylinder" extinguishing agent container at 21 C (70 F) 25 bar (360 psi) 42 bar (610psi) 50 bar (725 psi) Maximum length of the control line (pipe or hose with nominal diameter 4 mm (5/32 inches)) 4 m (13.12 ft) 5 m (16.4 ft) 6 m (19.7 ft) Maximum number of the pneumatic release devices for the slave extinguishing agent containers 1 control cylinder + 4 slaves 1 control cylinder + 5 slaves 1 control cylinder + 6 slaves
Maximum length of the control line (pipe or hose with nominal diameter 4 mm (5/32 inches)) CO2 pilot cylinder 30 m (98.4 ft)
Maximum number of the pneumatic release devices for the slave extinguishing agent containers 30
5.5 Use of test connections

For implementation of pneumatically-activated components the use of a test connection is recommended. Depending on the regulations and standards and local directives these test connections may also be prescribed. n Extinguishing agent containers with pneumatic release devices n Pneumatically-activated pressure relief devices n If necessary pneumatically-activated limit switches or pressure switches that can no longer be activated manually for function verification n Pneumatically activated door closing devices
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Via the test connection the function of the pneumatically-activated components is tested with pressure from an external test agent container. If a test connection is not available a connection to the test agent container must be established. Each test connection must have an automatic non-return valve to ensure the impermeability of the pilot line in normal operation.
5.6 Quantity regulation for multi zone systems

The number of extinguishing agent containers that must be released can be controlled with shuttle non-return valves in the pilot lines of the pneumatic release devices of the extinguishing agent containers Appendix A Control diagram of a multi zone system* non-UL/non-FM on page 86.
5.7 Maximum extinguishing agent concentration at high temperatures

At a high temperature in the extinguishing zone, in the event of flooding the extinguishing agent concentration would be correspondingly higher. The maximum possible extinguishing concentration must be determined based on the maximum temperature that can be expected in the extinguishing zone. Personnel protection measures must be designed in accordance with the local requirements relative to this extinguishing agent concentration. C = (W * S * 100)/(V + (W * S)) C - Concentration [%] W - Extinguishing agent quantity used [kg (lb)] V - Volume, extinguishing zone [m (ft)] T - Maximum temperature in the extinguishing zone [C (F)] S - Specific vapor volume [m/kg (ft/lb)] for this temperature Chapter 5.1 Required extinguishing agent quantity on page 29
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5.8 Flooding time

Within the flooding time, the quantity of extinguishing agent specified for achieving the design concentration will be flooded into the extinguishing zone. n Minimum flooding time: 8 s n Maximum flooding time: 10 s The size of the pressure relief device is also determined by the flooding time. At a shorter flooding time, a higher mass flow or volume flow is required, and thus a greater pressure compensating area is required than is required for a longer flooding time. The specifications of the maximum flooding time required in the local regulations and standards (e.g. NFPA 2001) must be complied with. Likewise the minimum quantity of extinguishing agent to be brought in during flooding time must be complied with.
5.9 Restrictions due to the calculation method

Restriction of the extinguishing agent quantity in the pipeline: n A maximum of 50% of the total extinguishing agent quantity should be in the pipeline. Minimum and maximum flow rate: n Minimum flow rate: 2283.3 kg/s m (467.7 lb/s ft) n Maximum flow rate: 12959 kg/s m (2654 lb/s ft) Minimum and maximum opening cross section of the bore based on the inlet cross section of the nozzle: n Minimum: 1/2": 0.139 1": 0.124 1 1/2": 0.123 n Maximum: 1/2": 0.386 1": 0.416 1 1/2": 0.413 The method for calculating the nozzle opening cross section and for selecting a nozzle, as well as the nozzle flow data satisfy the specifications in VdS 2381 (2006-09) A6.5.
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Restrictions of the flow time deviation of the extinguishing agent: n The flow time deviation of the extinguishing agent depends on the maximum volume deviation per nozzle. The maximum volume deviation is the volume differential per nozzle that occurs from the calculation of the discharge differential. The maximum discharge differential of the respective value is 10%. In addition, for multi zone systems the following also applies: n Maximum number of selector valves: 15 n Maximum ratio of the dead volume in the manifold to the total volume of the manifold: 0.545 n Maximum number of unopened selector valve branches that the extinguishing agent flows by: 14
5.10
Equivalent lengths
DIN DOUT1 DOUT2 LOUT1 LOUT2 Nominal diameter of the inlet Nominal diameter of the first outlet Nominal diameter of the second outlet Equivalent length of the first outlet Equivalent length of the second outlet
Tee splits, Side-T
Fig. 10: Tee splits, Side-T DIN [in.] 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 DOUT1 [in.] 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 DOUT2 [in.] 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 DIN [mm] 15 20 25 32 40 50 65 80 DOUT1 [mm] 15 20 25 32 40 50 65 80 DOUT2 [mm] 15 20 25 32 40 50 65 80 LOUT1 [ft] 0.98 1.41 1.80 2.30 2.69 3.48 4.10 5.09 LOUT2 [ft] 3.41 4.49 5.71 7.51 8.69 11.19 13.39 16.60 LOUT1 [m] 0.30 0.43 0.55 0.70 0.82 1.06 1.25 1.55 LOUT2 [m] 1.04 1.37 1.74 2.29 2.65 3.41 4.08 5.06
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DIN [in.] 3/4 1 1 1 1/4 1 1/4 1 1/4 1 1/4 1 1/2 1 1/2 2 2 2 2 2
DOUT1 [in.] 3/4 1 1 1 1 1/4 1 1/4 1 1/4 1 1/2 1 1/2 2 2 2 2 2
DOUT2 [in.] 1/2 1/2 3/4 3/4 1/2 3/4 1 1/2 3/4 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2
DIN [mm] 20 25 25 32 32 32 32 40 40 50 50 50 50 50
DOUT1 [mm] 20 25 25 25 32 32 32 40 40 50 50 50 50 50
DOUT2 [mm] 15 15 20 20 15 20 25 15 20 15 20 25 32 40
LOUT1 [ft] 1.41 1.80 1.80 1.80 2.30 2.30 2.30 2.69 2.69 3.48 3.48 3.48 3.48 3.48
LOUT2 [ft] 3.41 3.41 4.49 4.49 3.41 4.49 5.71 3.41 4.49 3.41 4.49 5.71 7.51 8.69
LOUT1 [m] 0.43 0.55 0.55 0.55 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.82 0.82 1.06 1.06 1.06 1.06 1.06
LOUT2 [m] 1.04 1.04 1.37 1.37 1.04 1.37 1.74 1.04 1.37 1.04 1.37 1.74 2.29 2.65
Tee splits, Bull-T DIN DOUT1 DOUT2 LOUT1 LOUT2 Fig. 11: Tee splits, Bull-T DIN [in.] 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 DOUT1 [in.] 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 DOUT2 [in.] 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 DIN [mm] 15 20 25 32 40 DOUT1 [mm] 15 20 25 32 40 DOUT2 [mm] 15 20 25 32 40 LOUT1 [ft] 3.41 4.49 5.71 7.51 8.69 LOUT2 [ft] 3.41 4.49 5.71 7.51 8.69 LOUT1 [m] 1.04 1.37 1.74 2.29 2.65 LOUT2 [m] 1.04 1.37 1.74 2.29 2.65 Nominal diameter of the inlet Nominal diameter of the first outlet Nominal diameter of the second outlet Equivalent length of the first outlet Equivalent length of the second outlet
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DIN [in.] 2 2 1/2 3 4 Curves Inch 3/8 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 4
DOUT1 [in.] 2 2 1/2 3 4
DOUT2 [in.] 2 2 1/2 3 4
DIN [mm] 50 65 80 100
DOUT1 [mm] 50 65 80 100
DOUT2 [mm] 50 65 80 100
LOUT1 [ft] 11.19 13.39 16.60 21.78
LOUT2 [ft] 11.19 13.39 16.60 21.78
LOUT1 [m] 3.41 4.08 5.06 6.64
LOUT2 [m] 3.41 4.08 5.06 6.64
DN 10 15 20 25 32 40 50 65 80 100
Equivalent length [ft] 1.31 1.67 2.20 2.79 3.61 4.27 5.58 6.56 8.20 10.70
Equivalent length [m] 0.40 0.51 0.67 0.85 1.10 1.30 1.70 2.00 2.50 3.26
Valves including hoses and check valves DN 32 49 Equivalent length [ft] 41.47 54.43 Equivalent length [m] 12.64 16.59
Valves including hoses (excluding check valves) DN 32 49 Equivalent length [ft] 37.30 48.98 Equivalent length [m] 11.37 14.93
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Siphon tubes
Siphon tube losses are included into the cylinder assemble friction loss and therefore do not need to be calculated. Adapters and connection pieces are not relevant for the hydraulic model.
Adapters and connection pieces
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Conversion table for mass units

US unit 1 in. 1 gal 1 ft 1 lb 1 lb/ft 1 psi 1 psi European SI unit 25.4 mm 3.785 l 0.028317 m 0.4536 kg 16.0185 kg/m 6895 Pa 0.0689 bar (1 bar = 105 Pa)
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The MX DesignManager
The MX DesignManager is a project planning aid for the trained specialist and does not, under any circumstances, replace the expert knowledge of a specialist. All technical information, recommendations, and examples, that are contained in this manual are based on calculations that have been developed and tested by Minimax, the quality of which has been confirmed by independent test authorities. The results of the MX DesignManager apply as reliable, however we expressly declare that accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed.
6.1 Important information concerning the MX DesignManager
6.2 Introduction
Calculation of gas fire suppression systems is based on equations that bring the specific material values of the respective extinguishing agent (density, inherent pressure) into correlation with the technical data of the system (e.g. load pressure, nozzle bores, pipe diameters, flow resistance of pipes and fittings, etc.), and into correlation with the physical conditions during the flooding process (flow speed, pressure in pipes and on nozzles, etc.). MX DesignManager has been developed on the basis of theoretical calculations and its results have been assured through many extinguishing tests with sample structures of different extinguishing systems; the accuracy of MX DesignManager has been tested and confirmed by several test authorities. The tests were executed for the appropriate parameters in accordance with the state of the technology. For the most part operation of the MX DesignManager is self-explanatory. Detailed information relative to the system design is provided in the following chapters. Technical details on the fire suppression system and its components are described in the Installation and Service Manual. Performance features and characteristics of the MX DesignManager n Calculation of the required quantity of extinguishing agent n Hydraulic calculation of the distribution pipework n Calculation of the bore diameters of the nozzles
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The calculation of a extinguishing zone can be executed simultaneously for an unlimited number of enclosure parts, pipe sections, and nozzles.
6.3 Installation and basic settings

6.3.1 System requirements The system on which the MX DesignManager will be installed must satisfy at least the following requirements: Processor: 500 megahertz (MHz) or faster Recommended RAM: At least 256 megabyte (MB) Hard disk storage capacity: 1.5 gigabyte (GB) Display: Monitor with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or better n Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2), Windows Server 2003 with SP1 or higher n n n n
6.3.2 Installation and starting

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In Windows Explorer double click Setup.exe. The setup program recommends C:\Programs\MXDesignManager as the installation location. The program can also be installed in any other directory.
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Select the installation location and click Start . The installation will start. Various subdirectories will be generated: prj : Directory for saved projects Print : Directory for print systems and print templates
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Start the program after concluding the installation. To do this select the entry MX DesignManager or double click on the MX DesignManager icon.
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6.3.3 License Request license In order to use MX DesignManager it must be licensed. To order a license you must be online.
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Open the menu Configuration Request License. An email will be generated. Enter the license request Module MX 200 in the email. Send the email. If MX DesignManager does not have access to the mail program installed on the PC, or if a mail program is not installed on the PC, then an error message will be displayed with a file path and a file name. In this case send the file to the following email address: license-mxdesignmanager@minimax.de
2. 3.
Receipt of license
When your authorization has been verified you will receive an email to which the license file (file extension *.mxlic) is attached.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Save the license file in the directory where the MX DesignManager is located on your computer. Start MX DesignManager. Open the menu Configuration Import License. Select the license file that you received per email (Fig. 12). Click Open . In MX DesignManager the dialog License has been successfully imported will be displayed.
Fig. 12: Import the license
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Click OK . The license info (Fig. 13), that specifies the area of applicability of the license will be displayed. The area of applicability of the license can be viewed at anytime via the menu Configuration License Info.
Fig. 13: License info 6.3.4 Adapt the basic settings

1.
Open the menu Configuration Program Settings. The dialog for the program defaults will open (Fig. 14).
2.
Make the settings. Folder: "Program" n Master database : Select the master database for the catalogs n Path to projects : Select the path for saving projects n Program language : Select the program language after the next program start n Expert mode : Enable information or program settings that make potentially incorrect calculation results possible. This option is primarily provided for troubleshooting.
Fig. 14: Dialog
Folder: "New Projects" n System of units : Specify the system of units for new projects n Pipe quality : Specify the pipe quality n Nozzle catalog : Specify the nozzle catalog n Guideline/Standard : Choose the guideline/ standard n System type : Specify default module
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NOTICE
Expert mode should only be used by experienced project specialists. Expert mode enables additional entries that deviate from the program recommendations. When changing over to expert mode the following functions and displays will be enabled: Project Defaults tab: Enables selection of the dimension system Container tab: Enables the entry fields for the filling temperature Pipe system tab: Shows the columns, Gas Content, Throughput, Start and End Pressure, MP Relation Nozzles tab: Shows the columns Discharge time and Runtime When changing over to a different unit of measure and/ or a different language the program must be ended and restarted to activate the program.
6.3.5 Fundamentals of software operation Toolbar The toolbar (Fig. 15) is the same for all processing steps. Depending on the processing step several buttons have a different function, the following buttons always have the same function: Icon Function Open new project Open existing project Save the current project
Fig. 15: Toolbar
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Icon
Function Save the current project under a different/new name Execute hydraulic calculation
Shortcuts
Command New piece* Copy Paste Cut Delete New project Open project Save project Save project as Calculate hydraulic * alternatively to button
Shortcut [Insert] [Ctrl]+[C] [Ctrl]+[V] [Ctrl]+[X] [Del] [Ctrl]+[N] [Ctrl]+[O] [Ctrl]+[S] [Ctrl]+[U] [Ctrl]+[D]
6.4 Calculation of a gas fire suppression system

6.4.1 Start In this directory, where MX DesignManager has been installed, double click the file mx-designmanager.exe. The software will start.
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6.4.2 Enter the project specifications The following basic specifications must be entered:
Entry field Customer Adress Project Name User
Meaning Customer data, with address if necessary Entry is executed together with the other customer data Project name Project specialist (e = designer name) If this field is changed during the project processing, from this point in time on the changed name will also be displayed on all generated documents.
Date No. Protected enclosure System type Guideline/standard
Date of project opening or the supplementation of entries Project number Description of the protected enclosure This module of the calculation program is used to calculate fire suppression systems. Selection of the directive or standard: n n n n Directive NFPA 2001 ISO 14520 EN 15004 Directive VdS 2381
Design formulas, component selection, and systemrelated defaults are each taken into consideration appropriately. The design concentrations required in the directives and standards must be entered manually for the quantity calculation. Discharge Time System of Units Duration of flooding time (freely selectable between 8 and 10 s, 10 s is pre-set) Display of the dimension system used When adapting the program settings the user can decide whether he wants to work with the international units system (SI) or with the American dimension system (US) Chapter 6.3.4 Adapt the basic settings on page 44. Height above sea level Due to the elevation-based correction factor the entry for elevations above 1000 m (3281 ft) or below -900 m (-2953 ft) is required.
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Entry field Pipe Quality Nozzle Catalog
Meaning Selection of deposited pipe quality as e.g. ASTM or ISO. Selection of deposited nozzle catalog as e.g. ASTM or ISO. The following supplemental entries are possible:
Entry field Project Info Internal Info
Meaning Entry of project data and additional information, that should also be displayed for the print output Entry of personal notes concerning this project and its history. These entries do not appear on a print output. In addition to specification of the limits of the container fill levels (kg/l), selection of a directive or standard also has effects on the subsequent entries: Standards ISO 14520, DIN EN 15004 and NFPA 2001: The preset ISO 14520, DIN EN 15004 and NFPA 2001, does not have any particular effects on the subsequent entries. VdS 2381: Contact surfaces: The entry of contact surfaces for the subsequent quantity configuration only occurs for the configuration in accordance with VdS. Additional value for leakage / withdrawal: For the calculation in accordance with VdS, an additional value for leakage / withdrawal that must be entered for the container selection. This is preset with 1.1 and only changes to 1.05 if the number of containers is 20 or above. If a project should be calculated in accordance with more than one directive or standard, we recommend that the project first be calculated completely through in accordance with one directive or standard, and then the project, which has been saved under a second name, should be calculated with the second directive or standard. If, for the next calculation, a different directive or standard is set, then the special settings previously assigned to the other directive or standard will be reset.
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6.4.3 Quantity calculation Icon Function Add new enclosure part or new contact surface Copy the enclosure part or contact surface to the clipboard Paste the enclosure part or contract surface from the clipboard Cut the enclosure part or contract surface Delete the enclosure part or contract surface Now in parallel the sketching of the enclosure on the isometric paper is executed. The start and end points are numbered with consecutive numbers, to enable subsequent allocation to the calculation. The calculation section 0 to 1 always represents the extinguishing agent container/s. A nozzle only has one start point, the end point is the nozzle itself.
6.4.3.1 Enter the enclosure temperature n Enclosure temperature Entry of the assumed enclosure temperature (value between -18 and +50 C (0 and 122 F)) is important because the discharge and distribution of extinguishing agent is directly correlated to the enclosure temperature. L WARNING The actual enclosure temperature for the extinguishing agent storage should vary not more than 10 C ( 18 F) from the enclosure temperature entered. If the enclosure temperature is entered incorrectly then the extinguishing agent concentration determined for the extinguishing zone is either too large or insufficient.
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6.4.3.2 Enter the design concentration n Design concentration The design concentration must be taken from the assigned directives or standards. n ISO 14520 (issue 02.2006) and DIN EN 15004 (issue 09.2008, that represents the German/European standard of ISO 14520): The quantity configuration is presented in chapter 7.6.2 for liquefied gasses and the correction for the elevation above sea level is presented in chapter 7.7. n NFPA 2001 (issue 2008): The quantity configuration is presented in chapter 5.5.1 for liquefied gasses and the correction for the elevation above sea level is presented in chapter 5.5.3.3. n VdS 2381 (issue 2009-06): The quantity configuration is presented in chapter 2.3.
6.4.3.3 Enter enclosures/enclosure parts For the quantity configuration for square enclosures the enclosure size (LxWxH) is entered. For the quantity calculation for enclosures that consist of multiple cuboids, first the sizes of the individual enclosure parts (LxWxH) of the enclosure are entered in succession, and then in addition, (only for calculation in accordance with the VdS directive!) the respective contact surfaces (WxH) are entered together. The enclosure or the individual enclosure parts of a enclosure consisting of multiple cuboids and the associated contact surfaces is named by the project specialist. For enclosures that cannot be broken down into cuboids (e.g. circular enclosures) only the volume (and for calculation in accordance with VdS, in addition the surface), is/are entered. The individual enclosures/enclosure parts are entered with the following information: n Designation (name) n Length [m or ft] n Width [m or ft]
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n Height [m or ft] n Deductible volumes [Vg/m or Vg/ft] L WARNING The consideration of existing, and deductible, permanently present and impenetrable volumes (Vg/m or Vg/ft), e.g. pillars, and ceiling covers is important to avoid getting an undesired increase of the desired design concentration.
6.4.3.4 Enter non-closable openings An entry of the size of non-closable openings is not provided for MX 1230 and MX 200 modules, since the assumption is that the enclosure that will be protected is closed and is virtually free of leaks. For a non-sealed enclosure a sufficient hold time of the extinguishing agent concentration cannot be achieved. An entry of the size of non-closable openings is not provided, since the assumption is that the enclosure that will be protected is closed and is virtually free of leaks. For a non-sealed enclosure a sufficient hold time of the extinguishing agent concentration cannot be achieved. To ensure enclosure impermeability, we recommend execution of a door fan test.
6.4.3.5 Enter the pressure resistance of the enclosure The possibility of calculating the required pressure relief surface is intended for a later version of the program. Currently calculation of the required pressure relief area / device must be executed manually. NOTICE A value that is specified too low can result in damage to the enclosure when the fire suppression system is released. A value that is specified too high results in an dimensioned and unnecessarily expensive pressure relief device.
6.4.4 Container selection 6.4.4.1 Calculate the total discharge quantity n Total discharge quantity The program calculates the total discharge quantity on the basis of the quantity configuration.
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6.4.4.2 Enter the selected quantity n Selected quantity At this point the calculated total discharge quantity can be adjusted. For special spatial conditions that can have an influence on distribution of extinguishing agent, the selected quantity can be manually changed here. However it must be equal to or greater than the total discharge quantity.
6.4.4.3 Filling temperature (only expert mode) n Filling temperature Depending on the guideline or local regulations used it may be the case that different filling temperatures are prescribed (e.g. 20C (68F)).
6.4.4.4 Select nominal fill n Nominal fill / Volume This is where extinguishing agent containers listed in the Minimax container catalog can be selected; they are sorted by available nominal fill/volume.
6.4.4.5 Enter system pressure n Pressure Here the desired system pressure (25 bar (360 psi), 42 bar (610 psi) or 50 bar (725 psi)) can be selected.
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6.4.4.6 Enter the storage temperature n Storage temperature The container pressure is directly related to the temperature of the extinguishing agent in the extinguishing agent container. Consequently the storage temperature influences the behavior of the extinguishing system during release. The value must be in the temperature range between -18 C and 50 C (0 and 122 F). For this temperature range the extinguishing effect is verified through trials. Above 50 C (122 F) the container pressure increases over the permissible limit value. An excess pressure safeguard on the container valve protects the system.
6.4.4.7 Output the calculated container quantity n Calculated container quantity The program calculates the required number of containers based on the quantity configuration.
6.4.4.8 Enter the selected number of containers n Selected number of containers The program recommends the number of containers to be selected based on the quantity configuration. The number of extinguishing agent containers can be increased manually.
6.4.4.9 Enter the additional value for leakage / withdrawal (VdS calculation mode only) n Additional value for leakage / withdrawal For the calculation in accordance with VdS, an additional value for leakage / withdrawal that must be entered for the container selection and which is preset at 1.1. This is only relevant up to 20 containers and can then be reduced to 1.05.
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Output filled quantity n Filled quantity On the basis of the quantity configuration, the program determines the required filled quantity of the container including the additions depending on the directives or standards, and in this process rounds the value in increments of 0.5 weight units.
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Output filling level n Filling level The program determines the filling level on the basis of the container volume and the filling quantity.
6.4.5 Pipe system Explanation of symbols, toolbar Icon Function Insert (paste) a new node point Copy the node point to the clipboard Paste the node point from the clipboard Cut the node point Delete the node point
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6.4.5.1 Calculate the pipe system The hydraulic calculation of the pipe system is executed from the extinguishing agent storage via the pipe system to the nozzles. Sections are defined, each with a start point and end point, these node points each get their own number that does not need to be consecutive. The section between the node points 0 and 1 consists of rising pipe, valve, hose, and check valve, is specified through the container selection. The first node point 0 is always the inlet of the rising pipe in the containers, the second node point 1 is the outlet of the check valve. A node point must always be set if there is a change in the mass flow, nominal diameters, or direction, as well as when adding a shut-off valve or selector valve. Entries The individual sections are entered with the following information: n Start point (node point from) n End point (node point to) n Nominal diameter [DIN or inches]: Entry of the inner diameter in mm or in. Click on the field to open a pull-down menu with the selection between DN 15 (1/2 in.) to DN 100 (4 in.). Attention: For components such as valves, specify the smallest inner diameter. n Length [m or inches]: Enter the length in m or in. n Height change [m or in.]: Enter the value, differentiating between upward (positive) and downward (negative) n Components: Designation of the component with which the section starts. Click on the field to open a pull-down menu with the selection of available components (see the list below).
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Select components
For the first pipe piece (1-2), downstream from the extinguishing agent container, a pipe must always be selected as start component. D D D E P T T T - Side (zone distributor outlet) - Thru (zone distributor passage) - Valve (zone distributor valve) - Elbow - Pipe - Bull-T BT - Side-T ST - Thru-T TT
M - Manifold (multi-container systems)
CV - Container valve A minimum of 6 inner diameters must be observed on all piping entering a tee. This is checked in the distribution pipework verification. If this is not complied with, an error message specifying the pipe piece will be displayed, and a calculation will not be executed. Outputs Outputs (only visible in expert mode) n n n n n Gas content Throughput Starting pressure End pressure MP relation (describes the proportionate division of the mass flow at the corresponding tee)
Open pipe ends for nozzles
In order to subsequently connect nozzles to the pipe system, vertical pipe pieces with a free end are required. Usually these are pipe sections that start with an elbow and have a positive or negative height change.
6.4.5.2 Enter the hose / adapter alignment If instead of the standard, preset variant, hose outlet upward , the horizontal outlet of the hose from the container is desired, click horizontal orientation of hose / adaptor .
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If the nominal pipe diameter is set on Auto, the program autonomously specifies the nominal diameter. This function should not be used for longer or more complex pipe systems. The wizard helps when creating the first pipe sections, for single container systems, as well as for multi container systems and multi zone systems. Use of the wizard is recommended for multi zone systems.
6.4.5.3 Check pipe system n Check pipe system After clicking the Check pipe system button a check routine will start. The system checks whether the pipe system has been correctly created. To do this the pipe system must be capable of being calculated and the imposed restrictions must be complied with. In the most favorable case the message Pipe system OK is displayed. If there are errors an error message Chapter 6.8 Warnings and error messages on page 59 is displayed.
6.4.6 Nozzles Explanation of symbols, toolbar Icon Function Add (paste) a new nozzle Copy the nozzle to the clipboard Paste the nozzle from the clipboard Cut nozzle Delete nozzle Execute the pressure calculation
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For the distribution pipework calculation open pipe ends remain. Nozzles must be defined at these node points.
6.4.6.1 Enter nozzle selection n Nozzle selection

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Click Paste new nozzle . The Nozzle Catalog window will be displayed. Select the desired start point (selection of the nonoccupied pipe end point). Select the desired nozzle by marking the line. Click the button Assign Nozzle . The nozzle is transferred in the overview. Repeat the process for all nozzles.
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The nozzles available for selection differ in spray angle (180 or 360) and/or material (brass or stainless steel). Refer to the component catalog. L WARNING The project specialist must ensure that he complies with the maximum provided protection area of the respective nozzle. Entry of nozzles is not checked for plausibility.
6.4.6.2 Enter agent discharge per nozzle n Agent discharge per nozzle At this point the desired extinguishing agent discharge per nozzle is entered. In this process the percentage proportion per nozzle or the absolute quantity in kg (lbs) per nozzle can be entered in the respective column.
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Use the radio button (Fig. 16) to select whether the percentage or absolute extinguishing agent discharge will be entered. Enter the proportion per nozzle.
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6.5 Execute the hydraulic calculation

After complete entry of all required data the hydraulic calculation can be executed. This can take several seconds. Messages on the status of the calculation will be displayed in the status line (bottom). With a successful calculation the message The calculation was successfully executed will be displayed. If there were errors in the calculation, a message that describes the errors will be displayed Chapter 6.8 Warnings and error messages on page 59.
6.6 Adapt the calculation results

The result of the calculation is already self-optimized through the calculation program, however it can be adapted to individual requirements in the form of a manual change of the recommended number of containers, nominal diameters, and nozzles.
6.7 Print output

The output for the project specialist is executed in a PDF format file. The mathematical values in the outputs are limited to the usual decimal points (usually 2). The calculation routine of the program however works with the maximum possible accuracy and thus ensures precise calculation results.
6.8 Warnings and error messages

6.8.1 Warning messages Warning messages are displayed for entry errors if entry values are outside of the limits specified in the system (e.g. insufficient nozzle pressure ). Warning messages prevent the calculation from being executed until a suitable value has been entered. Expert mode is the exception in this regard.
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6.8.2 Error messages Error messages are displayed when the calculation results are outside of the limits specified for the program. These limits are usually displayed to the project specialist at mouseover.
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6.9 Range of calculation

Initial situation: IT room, room temperature 70 F (21 C), design concentration: 7 % by volume, NFPA 2001 regulation
Fig. 17: Isometric
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Calculation of the extinguishing agent quantity: s = 2.2075 ft/lb for 70 F W = V/s*(C/(100-C)) W = (16.42 ft*11.5 ft*8.84 ft)/(2.2075 ft/lb)*(7/(100-7)) = 57 lbs1
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6.10
Update
The user is informed of updates via the email address specified when the product was licensed.
6.11
Information and support

Send support enquires per email to the following addresses. n For general enquires: info-mxdesignmanager@minimax.de n For support enquires: support-mxdesignmanager@minimax.de n For license questions: license-mxdesignmanager@minimax.de
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Documentation for the owner
Documentation for the owner

Usually the documentation of a fire suppression system consists of the following documents: n Operating manual n Hydraulic calculation n Isometric drawings of the pipeline (with lengths, diameters, and nozzle information) n Blow-out certification (confirmation of the internal cleaning of the pipeline) n Report book n Documentation of the extinguishing control panel The required scope of documentation is specified in the regulations and standards (e.g. NFPA 2001).
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Transfer to the owner of the system
Transfer to the owner of the system

When transferring the ready-to-operate system the owner, or the person who the owner has appointed to be responsible for the system, must be instructed in the following points: Mode of operation and characteristics of the system Possible dangers Function and operation the system Obligations of the owner (e.g. regular inspections, keeping the report book) n Required maintenance tasks or maintenance intervals n n n n The owner, or the person who the owner has appointed to be responsible for the system, must confirm the transfer of the ready-to-operate system on a transfer protocol and confirm the instruction.
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Glossary
Glossary
Quantity of extinguishing agent that needs to be kept available in addition to the required quantity in consideration of the allowable leakage quantities and other tolerances. Quantity added to the extinguishing agent quantity which cannot flow out of the extinguishing agent container within the flooding time due to the container's geometry (concave bottom). The additional residual quantity is taken into consideration when the filling quantity is determined. Approved by an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) / competent authority. Organization, office or responsible individual in charge of approving the system components, the installation or other procedures. Mechanical device used to prevent the extinguishing agent from flowing into the extinguishing zone, e. g. during maintenance, inspections, and repairs inside the extinguishing zone. door fan test The check valve allows the extinguishing agent to flow only in the designated direction of flow (towards the extinguishing zone). It is installed in the inlets of the manifold (multi container system) and prevents extinguishing agent originating from other extinguishing agent containers to exit the manifold into the open when the system is set off or extinguishing agent containers have been removed. Space between the system components (including pipes and discharge nozzles) and non-encapsulated or uninsulated live electrical components with a potential that is different from the ground connection. The container valve is the valve used to discharge the extinguishing agent from the extinguishing agent container. It is designed for high rates of discharge and makes it possible discharge the extinguishing agent within a matter of 10 s. The container valve is released by means of a manual, electric or pneumatic release device ( release device).
Additional quantity
Additional residual quantity
Approved Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) / competent authority Blocking device
Blower door test Check valves
Clearance
Container valve
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Glossary
Control cylinder Control gas
Compressed gas bottle whose contents is used for control purposes. Gas used to activate the control functions of the fire suppression system pneumatically. Control gas can be extracted from an extinguishing agent container (control cylinder) or a separate pilot cylinder. Part of a fire alarm system. It is used to receive, process and display visual or audio messages that have been transmitted by fire alarms. The control panel is also used to highlight the group of detectors/the detection zone and, if necessary, record them as well as indicate any faults. In the event of fire, the control panel is capable of relaying an alarm signal, e. g. to the fire department, or a signal to the existing automatic fire protection installation, e. g. a fire suppression system.
Control panel Fire Suppression Detection System
Control room for extinguishing agent Delayed activation
Room or area holding the extinguishing agent containers. The delayed release of extinguishing agent to flood the protected enclosure by means of a delay unit after the extinguishing alarm is set off automatically or manually. Preset period between the activation of the fire suppression system and the flooding of the protected enclosure. The period is made up of the delay that is related to the system (system-related delay) and the delay that is related to the advance warning (pre-discharge timer). Automatic device used to delay the onset of the flooding by a preset time (pre-discharge timer) after the fire suppression system has been activated. Pneumatic: A mechanically adjustable period (of usually 30 s) is counted down in a pneumatically actuated timing element before the extinguishing agent is released. Mechanic: An adjustable period (of usually 30 s) is counted down in a mechanically actuated timing element before the extinguishing agent is released.
Delay time
Delay unit
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Electrical: A delay time is counted down in an electronic component of the fire suppression detection system before the fire suppression system is activated. Design concentration Concentration of the extinguishing agent that includes a safety factor and must be taken into consideration when the system is designed, per NFPA 2001. The directive or standard governing the design of the fire suppression system (e. g. NFPA 2001). Last component in the pipeline of a fire suppression system from which extinguishing agent flows into the extinguishing zone. The orifice cross section of the discharge nozzle opening(s) has an overall or partial effect (depending on the extinguishing agent) on essential parameters including flooding time and extinguishing agent distribution. The door fan test (often also referred to as blower door test) is a check testing the integrity of an enclosure in connection with the installation of a gaseous fire suppression system or active fire prevention systems. For the purposes of this test, a fan installed in a door is used to generate an overpressure/underpressure in the enclosure which will then be compared to theoretical set values. This makes it possible to determine the size of the leakage area in this enclosure. A door fan test is often the more affordable alternative to test flooding. Temperature that can be expected in the protected enclosure. The calculation of the extinguishing agent quantity must be made based on the enclosure temperature that is to be expected. Minimum concentration of the extinguishing agent necessary to put out a specific incendiary under specified test conditions (without consideration of design and safety factors). Total of all areas that will be flooded with extinguishing agent simultaneously in the event of fire. Mass of the extinguishing agent per volume unit of the extinguishing agent container.
Directive/standard Discharge nozzle
Door fan test
Enclosure temperature
Extinguishing concentration
Extinguishing zone Fill factor
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Filling pressure
Pressure used to superpressurize the extinguishing agent container with nitrogen at the filling temperature in order to reach the system pressure of 25, 42 or 50 bar at 21 C (360, 610 or 725 psi at 70 F). Quantity of the extinguishing agent which is filled into the extinguishing agent container based on all calculated partial quantities. A distinction is made during the progression of a fire between the smoldering stage, smoke, flames, and heat. Different detectors/sensors have been developed for each of these stages of a fire which follow different functional principles: Ionization smoke detectors are capable of detecting both visible and invisible smoke particles in the initial stage of a developing fire. Optical smoke detectors are sensitive to visible smoke and, thereby, suitable to detect slowburning fires. There is a light source built into these detectors which causes the detectors to go off when the rays of the light source are interrupted or dimmed by smoke. UV or IR flame and spark detectors provide the earliest possible detection of an incipient fire without the need for detecting smoke first (e. g. gas fires or class B fires) thanks to their sensitivity to the UV or IR radiation contained in the flames. Heat detectors respond to an exceptional rate in the increase of the temperature or a set maximum temperature.
Fill quantity
Fire or smoke alarm system
Flooding Flooding time GWP (Global Warming Potential)
Discharge of the extinguishing agent into the extinguishing zone. Period during which the required quantity of extinguishing agent is discharged. The potential of a substance, measured in CO2 equivalents, to contribute to global warming (global warming potential). HFC-227ea has a GWP of 3500 (33 years). Positive or negative deviation from the level of the sea. The partial pressure of the extinguishing agent varies with any deviation from sea level; reaching the design concentration requires more or less extinguishing agent depending on the variations from sea level.
Height above sea level
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Hold time
Period during which a concentration of the extinguishing agent is present inside the extinguishing zone that is higher than the extinguishing concentration. Leakage monitoring (e. g. provided by contact pressure gauges) is an indispensable part of every fire suppression system. It ensures that any slow leaks of extinguishing agent, which may result in the extinguishing agent concentration being too low due to an insufficient quantity of available extinguishing agent, will be detected. Lowest concentration for which adverse toxicological or physiological effects could be established. Manifolds connect several extinguishing agent containers with one another and merge them into check a single unit. Each inlet is fitted with a valve. Concentration that can be achieved at maximum enclosure temperature based on the design concentration. Pressure generated inside the extinguishing agent container at the maximum allowable stockpile temperature. Allowable and tested mean pressure on the discharge nozzles at which the fire suppression system still operates within the specified limits. The extinguishing agent supply contained in a multi container system is stored across several extinguishing agent containers. All containers are of the same size and filled with the same quantity of extinguishing agent ( single container system). Multi zone systems are equipped with central extinguishing agent stockpiling, which is intended for several extinguishing zones. Selector valves are used to discharge the quantity of extinguishing agent into the respective extinguishing zone ( single zone system). Highest concentration at which no adverse toxicological or physiological effects could be established.
Leakage monitor
LOAEL (lowest observable adverse effect level) Manifold
Maximum concentration
Maximum operating pressure Minimum nozzle pressure
Multi container system
Multi zone system
NOAEL (no observed adverse effect level)
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Nozzle pipeline
Part of the pipeline of a fire suppression system which begins at the outlet of the manifold and the outlet of the selector valves for single zone systems and multi zone systems, respectively. Pressure inside a container at operating temperature. Period between the time when the alarm signal is issued as a warning to evacuate persons and the release of the extinguishing agent. Additional nitrogen in the extinguishing agent container used to generate the pressure necessary for the proper operation of the system. Preventing damage to the components caused by excessive overpressures (required for extinguishing gases as they must be introduced at high concentrations and rates) requires a mechanical pressure relief device which will limit the increase or drop of pressure inside the extinguishing zone to a specified value. Total of all extinguishing zones connected to a fire suppression system. A portion of the flooding area for which the specifically required quantity is calculated. Automatic or manual activation of the fire suppression system for the purpose of flooding the extinguishing zone by opening the container valves and if present the selector valves. Device integrated into the container valve or screwed on to the container valve. It opens the container valve to allow the extinguishing agent to flow out. There are the following different types of release devices: Manual release device: It can/may only be fitted on top of the control cylinder" extinguishing agent container and, if applicable, also on top of an electric release device already mounted on the container. Electrical release device: It is used to release the container electrically. The electric release device receives its release signal from the fire suppression detection system.
Operating pressure Pre-discharge timer
Pressure blanketing
Pressure relief device
Protected enclosure Range of calculation Release
Release device
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Pneumatic release device: It is used to pneumatically activate additional containers of multi container systems. It is screwed onto the extinguishing agent container instead of the electric release device and connected to a pneumatic pilot line that is located at the side release outlet of the electrically activated control cylinder" extinguishing agent container. Pneumatic/manual release device: The pneumatic/manual release device makes it also possible to release a container on location. Required quantity Mass or volume of the extinguishing agent that is required to reach the design concentration intended for the protected enclosure. Difference between the points in time when the extinguishing agent mix reaches the two discharge nozzles that are farthest away from one another. There is a risk that incorrect quantities of extinguishing agent will be discharged, especially in connection with fire suppression systems with rather brief flooding times, due to the runtime differences of discharge nozzles that are far away from one another. Device ensuring that slow gas leaks cannot set off the fire suppression system unintentionally. Safeguards against slow gas leaks are also necessary in cases where discharging control gas is not always possible due to the design of the system (internal identification: safety device malfunction pressure). safeguard against slow gas leaks Factor by which the extinguishing agent concentration is increased in order to reach the design concentration. A valve installed in the main supply line which will, when activated, release the extinguishing agent into the respective area to be flooded. The extinguishing agent supply of a single container system is stored in a single extinguishing agent container ( multi container system). Single zone systems are equipped with one extinguishing agent supply that is intended for one extinguishing zone ( multi zone system).
Runtime deviations (of the discharge nozzles)
Safeguard against slow gas leaks
Safety device malfunction pressure Safety factor
Selector valve
Single container system
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Spray obstacle
An object present in the immediate spray area of the discharge nozzle which obstructs the even distribution of the extinguishing agent. Temperature at the installation location of the extinguishing agent containers. The operating temperature must be within the range of the maximum and minimum discharge temperature used for the fire suppression system. Total quantity of extinguishing agent that must be stored for all extinguishing zones and consists of the required quantity and the necessary additional quantities. Pressure of 25, 42 or 50 bar at 21 C ( 360, 610 or 725 psi at 70 F), for which the fire suppression system has been designed and tested. Volumes within a extinguishing zone which are not flooded permanently during the flooding of the protected enclosure (e. g. solid concrete girders, concrete pillars, etc.). The take-off volume reduces the required amount of extinguishing agent. container valve The calculation of the required quantity of extinguishing agent is based on the volume enclosed by the construction minus the take-off volume of the extinguishing zone.
Stockpile temperature
Supply quantity
System pressure
Take-off volume
Valve Volume of the enclosure to be protected
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Index
Enter the enclosure temperature............ 49 Enter the license..................................... 43 Enter the pressure resistance of the enclosure................................................ 51 Enter the project specifications.............. 47 Equivalent lengths.................................. 37 Error messages...................................... 60 Example.................................................. 61 Expert mode........................................... 44 Extinguishing agent concentration. . . 18, 35 Extinguishing agent container Nominal fill.......................................... 52 Number.............................................. 53 Extinguishing agent containers.............. 32 Additional loss quantity...................... 53 Filled quantity..................................... 54 Filling level......................................... 54 Filling pressure................................... 12 in the cylinder storage room............... 10 in the protected enclosure.................. 10 Number.............................................. 53 Extinguishing agent discharge............... 58 Extinguishing agent quantity...... 29, 51, 52 F Filled quantity......................................... 54 Filling level.............................................. 54 Filling pressure....................................... 12 Filling temperature.................................. 52 Fire detection elements.......................... 19 Fire suppression detection system......... 19 Flooding time.......................................... 36 FM Approvals........................................... 6 H Hold time................................................ 11 Hose alignment....................................... 56 Hydraulic calculation............................... 59 Hydrofluoric acid..................................... 11
A Adaptation.............................................. 59 Adapt calculation.................................... 59 Additional extinguishing agent quantity. . 14 Additional extraction quantity................. 53 Additional loss quantity........................... 53 Additional quantity.................................. 14 Air-conditioned rooms............................. 20 Air conditioning system........................... 20 Application temperature.......................... 18 B Basic settings......................................... 44 C Changes................................................... 8 Concentration................................... 18, 35 Enter................................................... 50 Container Filling pressure................................... 12 Container quantity.................................. 53 Container volume................................... 52 Control diagram...................................... 86 Conversion table..................................... 40 Copyright.................................................. 8 D Decomposition products......................... 11 Design concentration.............................. 18 Enter................................................... 50 Dimension system.................................. 44 Discharge nozzles.................................. 57 Distribution pipework.............................. 22 Documentation....................................... 71 Door fan test........................................... 12 E Enclosure permeability........................... 51 Enter enclosure parts............................. 50 Enter enclosures..................................... 50
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Hydrogen fluoride................................... I Icons....................................................... Installation.............................................. M Manuals.................................................. Mass units.............................................. Master database..................................... Messages............................................... Multi zone systems Quantity regulation............................. MX DesignManager................................ N Nominal fill.............................................. Nozzle characteristic data...................... Nozzles................................................... Extinguishing agent discharge........... Nozzle selection..................................... Number of extinguishing agent containers..................................................... O Open....................................................... Openings................................................ Output..................................................... P Permeability............................................ Pipeline Asymmetric........................................ Modular.............................................. Symmetric.......................................... Pipelines................................................. Pipe system............................................ calculating.......................................... Check................................................. Pipe ends for nozzles......................... Select components............................. Pressure................................................. Pressure relief device.............................
11 45 42 71 40 44 59 35 41 52 16 57 58 58 53 42 51 59 11 28 26 27 22 54 55 57 56 56 52 20
Pressure stages...................................... 33 Print output............................................. 59 Procedure............................................... 21 Progression the project........................... 21 Projection................................................ 21 Project path............................................ 44 Project specifications.............................. 47 Protected enclosure................................ 10 Publication.............................................. 59 Purpose.................................................... 6 Q Quantity calculation................................ 49 Quantity regulation................................. 35 R Request license...................................... 43 Required quantity............................. 51, 52 Requirements......................................... 42 Residual quantity.................................... 14 Room permeability.................................. 11 S Safety relief line...................................... 10 Spray obstacles...................................... 16 Start.................................................. 42, 46 Storage temperature............................... 53 Support................................................... 70 Symbols in the manual........................................ 9 System pressure..................................... 52 System pressure stages......................... 33 System requirements.............................. 42 System transfer...................................... 72 T Temperature........................................... 18 Enter................................................... 49 Test connection...................................... 34 Toolbar................................................... 45 T-pieces.................................................. 22 Position.............................................. 24
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Quantity distribution........................... 23 Settling sections................................. 25 Transfer.................................................. 72 U Underwriters Laboratories........................ 6 Unit conversion....................................... 40
Update.................................................... 70 V Valves..................................................... 32 W Warning messages................................. 59
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Appendix
Appendix
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Table of contents
A B C Control diagram of a multi zone system* nonUL/non-FM............................................................... 86 Data sheets of the system components......... 88 Project planning help..................................... 113
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Control diagram of a multi zone system* non-UL/non-FM
A Control diagram of a multi zone system* non-UL/non-FM

Legend
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Control diagram of a multi zone system* non-UL/non-FM
Control diagram of a multi zone system with electropneumatic release, mechanical blocking, electrical delay unit, and electrical alarming and DN 15 distributor
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Data sheets of the system components
B Data sheets of the system components
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Technical Data Sheet:
Extinguishing agent cylinder MX 200 22,0 l and 40,0 l

dimensions in mm (inch); weight in kg (lbs) valve type A / A25: B0482-A DN33 B0482-A25 DN33 valve type B / B25: B0482-B DN33 B0482-B25 DN33
with integrated electrical release)
dimensions:
nominal volume 22,0 l 40,0 l ~L 970 (35,19) 1450 (57,09) D 3 229 (9,00) 229 (9,00)
pressure
at 21 C (70 F)
nominal volume
order no.
valve type 2) A / A25 B / B25 * not UL 88 8454 88 8457 88 8459 88 8461 88 8463 88 8465 88 8455 88 8458 88 8460 88 8462 88 8464 88 8466 min. CE /VdS 9 kg (19.84 lbs) 16 kg (35.27 lbs) 9 kg (19.84 lbs) 16 kg (35.27 lbs) 9 kg (19.84 lbs) 16 kg (35.27 lbs)
amount filled
1)
empty weight
approx. 50 (110) 59 (130) 50 (110) 59 (130) 50 (110) 59 (130)
UL /FM 11 kg (24.30 lbs) 20 kg (44.10 lbs) 11 kg (24.30 lbs) 20 kg (44.10 lbs) 11 kg (24.30 lbs) 20 kg (44.10 lbs)
VdS
max. UL / FM / CE 25.1 kg (55.40 lbs) 45.6 kg (100.60 lbs) 25.1 kg (55.40 lbs) 45.6 kg (100.60 lbs) 23.1 kg (51 lbs) 42 kg (92.70 lbs)
25 bar (360 psi)
22.0 l (55 lbs) 40.0 l (100 lbs) 22.0 l (55 lbs) 40.0 l (100 lbs) 22.0 l (55 lbs) 40.0 l (100 lbs)
22.9 kg (50.50 lbs) 41.6 kg (91.80 lbs) 22.9 kg (50.50 lbs) 41.6 kg (91.80 lbs) 18.7 kg (41.30 lbs) 34 kg (75 lbs)
42 bar (610 psi)
50 bar (725 psi)
1)
order informations: The order has to specificed with the filling quantity. The extinguishing agent MX 200 (HFC-227ea) must be ordered additionally. A / A25 = valve B0482-A DN33 / valve B0482-A25 DN33 (for 25 bar) B / B25 = valve B0482-B DN33 / valve B0482-B25 DN33 (for 25 bar) (valves with integrated electrical release)
technical data: fill ratio min.: CE/VdS ................................................. 0.4 kg/l (0.882 lbs/l) UL/FM ....................................................... 0.5 kg/l (1.1 lbs/l) fill ratio max.: VdS 25 bar (360 psi) ................ 1.04 kg/l (2.293 lbs/l) 42 bar (610 psi) ................ 1.04 kg/l (2.293 lbs/l) 50 bar (725 psi) ................ 0.85 kg/l (1.874 lbs/l) UL/FM/CE 25 bar (360 psi) ................ 1.14 kg/l (2.513 lbs/l) 42 bar (610 psi) ................ 1.14 kg/l (2.513 lbs/l) 50 bar (725 psi) ................ 1.05 kg/l (2.315 lbs/l) operating temperature range ............................... -20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL/FM ..................... -18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F)
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Extinguishing agent cylinder MX 200 22,0 l and 40,0 l

dimensions in mm (inch); weight in kg (lbs)
steel cylinder approval with collective certificate by: - a notified body in acc. with directive TPED 1999/36/EC - GL (Germanischer Lloyd) in acc. with directive MED 96/98/EC - DOT / TC - GOST-R not included in delivery: adapter M12x1,5 - G1/8 MX 200/1230 ......................88 7644 contact pressure gauge MX 200/1230 ................................... clamp for extinguishing agent cyl. MX 200/1230 .................. release devices MX 200/1230 for valve type A / A25 - electrical ............................................................................... - electrical with mech. blocking device ................................... - pneumatic ............................................................................. - pneumatic/manual ................................................................ - manual .................................................................................. - tackle pneum./manual .......................................................... release devices MX 200/1230 for valve type B / B25: - pneumatic ............................................................................. - pneumatic/manual ................................................................ - manual ................................................................................. - tackle pneum./manual ..........................................................
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Extinguishing agent cylinder MX 200 52.0 l, 106.0 l, 147.0 l, 180.0 l

valve type A / A25: B0482-A25 DN33 (52,0 l) B0481-A25 DN49
valve type B / B25: B0482-B25 DN33 (52,0 l) B0481-B25 DN49
(with integrated electrical release)
only available with 106.0 l , 147.0 l and 180.0 l
pressure
at 21 C (70 F)
order no. nominal volume

A25 52.0 l (130 lbs) 88 9098 88 9100 88 9103 91 0508
~L
valve type 2) B25 * not UL 88 9099 88 9101 88 9104 91 0509 1440 (56.70) 1250 (49.21) 1580 (62.20) 1850 (72.84)
~D
min. 3 254 (10) 406.6 (16) 406.6 (16) 406.6 (16) CE/VdS 20.8 kg (45.90 lbs) 42.4 kg (93.60 lbs) 58.8 kg (129.70 lbs) 72.0 kg (158.80 lbs)
amount filled
1)
empty weight
max. UL/FM/CE 59.3 kg (130.80 lbs) 120.8 kg (266.60 lbs) 167.6 kg (369.60 lbs) 205.2 kg 452.6 lbs) approx. 49 (108) 86 (190) 104 (229) 142 (313)
UL/FM 26.0 kg (57.40 lbs) 53.0 kg (116.90 lbs) 73.5 kg (162.10 lbs) 90.0 kg (198.50 lbs)
VdS 54.1 kg (119.30 lbs) 110.2 kg (243.20 lbs) 152.9 kg (337.20 lbs) 187.2 kg (412.9 lbs)
25 bar (360 psi)
106.0 l (270 lbs) 147.0 l (370 lbs) 180.0 l (500 lbs)
1)
order informations: The order has to specificed with the filling quantity. The extinguishing agent MX 200 (HFC-227ea) must be ordered additionally. A25 = B25 = valve B0482-A25 DN33 (52,0) / valve B0481-A25 DN49 valve B0482-B25 DN33 (52,0) / valve B0481-B25 DN49 (valves with integrated electrical release)
operating temperature range: - ................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) - UL/FM .......................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) not included in delivery: adapter M12x1,5 - G1/8 MX 200/1230 ......................88 7644 contact pressure gauge MX 200/1230 .................................... clamp for extinguishing agent cyl. MX 200/1230 .................... release devices MX 200/1230 for valve type A25: - electrical ............................................................................... - electrical with mech. blocking device ................................... - pneumatic ............................................................................. - pneumatic/manual ................................................................ - manual ................................................................................. - tackle pneum./manual .......................................................... release devices MX 200/1230 for valve type B25: - pneumatic ............................................................................. - pneumatic/manual ................................................................ - manual ................................................................................. - tackle pneum./manual ..........................................................
2)
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approval with collective certificate by: - DOT 4BW500 technical data: fill ratio min.: CE/VdS ................................................. 0.4 kg/l (0.882 lbs/l) UL/FM ........................................................0.5 kg/l (1.1 lbs/l) fill ratio max.: VdS 25 bar (360 psi) .................1.04 kg/l (2.293 lbs/l) UL/FM/CE 25 bar (360 psi) .................1.14 kg/l (2.513 lbs/l)
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Extinguishing agent cylinder MX 200 80,0 l - 180,0 l

valve type A / A25: B0481-A DN49 B0481-A25 DN49
valve type B / B25: B0481-B DN49 B0481-B25 DN49
(with integrated electrical release)
pressure
at 21 C (70 F)
order no. nominal volume

80.0 l (200 lbs) 80.0 l (200 lbs)
~L
valve type 2) A / A25 88 8467 88 8557 88 8471 88 8561 88 8563 88 8475 88 8565 88 8477 88 8567 88 8569 88 8482 88 8571 88 8484 88 8574 88 8576 B / B25 * not UL 88 8469 88 8558 88 8472 88 8562 88 8564 88 8476 88 8566 88 8478 88 8568 88 8570 88 8483 88 8573 88 8485 88 8575 88 8577 1960 (77.17) 1090 (42.91) 1800 (70.87) 1570 (61.81) 1910 (75.20) 1960 (77.17) 1090 (42.91) 1800 (70.87) 1570 (61.81) 1910 (75.20) 1960 (77.17) 1090 (42.91) 1800 (70.87) 1570 (61.81) 1910 (75.20)
~D
min. 3 267 (10.51) 406 (16.00) 316 (12.44) 406 (16.00) 406 (16.00) 267 (10.51) 406 (16.00) 316 (12.44) 406 (16.00) 406 (16.00) 267 (10.51) 406 (16.00) 316 (12.44) 406 (16.00) 406 (16.00) CE/VdS 32 kg (70.60 lbs) 32 kg (70.60 lbs) 40 kg (88.30 lbs) 56 kg (123.60 lbs) 72 kg (158.80 lbs) 32 kg (70.60 lbs) 32 kg (70.60 lbs) 40 kg (88.30 lbs) 56 kg (123.60 lbs) 72 kg (158.80 lbs) 32 kg (70.60 lbs) 32 kg (70.60 lbs) 40 kg (88.30 lbs) 56 kg (123.60 lbs) 72 kg (158.80 lbs)
amount filled
1)
max.
empty weight
UL/FM/CE 91.2 kg (201.20 lbs) 91.2 kg (201.20 lbs) 114 kg (251.50 lbs) 159.6 kg (352.00 lbs) 205.2 kg (452.60 lbs) 91.2 kg (201.20 lbs) 91.2 kg (201.20 lbs) 114 kg (251.50 lbs) 159.6 kg (352.00 lbs) 205.2 kg (452.60 lbs) 84 kg (185.19 lbs) 84 kg (185.19 lbs) 105 kg (231.49 lbs) 147 kg (324.08 lbs) 189 kg (416.67 lbs) approx. 104 (229.30) 99 (218.30) 127 (280) 131 (288.80) 179 (394.62) 104 (229.30) 99 (218.30) 127 (280) 131 (288.80) 179 (394.62) 104 (229.3) 99 (218.30) 127 (280) 131 (288.80) 179 (394.62)
UL/FM 40 kg (88.20 lbs) 40 kg (88.20 lbs) 50 kg (110.30 lbs) 70 kg (154.40 lbs) 90 kg (198.50 lbs) 40 kg (88.20 lbs) 40 kg (88.20 lbs) 50 kg (110.30 lbs) 70 kg (154.40 lbs) 90 kg (198.50 lbs) 40 kg (88.20 lbs) 40 kg (88.20 lbs) 50 kg (110.30 lbs) 70 kg (154.40 lbs) 90 kg (198.50 lbs)
VdS 83.2 kg (183.50 lbs) 83.2 kg (183.50 lbs) 104 kg (229.40 lbs) 145.6 kg (321.20 lbs) 187.2 kg (412.90 lbs) 83.2 kg (183.50 lbs) 83.2 kg (183.50 lbs) 104 kg (229.40 lbs) 145.6 kg (321.20 lbs) 187.2 kg (412.90 lbs) 68 kg (149.91 lbs) 68 kg (149.91 lbs) 85 kg (187.39 lbs) 119 kg (262.35 lbs) 153 kg (337.31 lbs)
25 bar (360 psi)
100.0 l (250 lbs) 140.0 l (350 lbs) 180.0 l (450 lbs) 80.0 l (200 lbs) 80.0 l (200 lbs)
42 bar (610 psi)
100.0 l (250 lbs) 140.0 l (350 lbs) 180.0 l (450 lbs)
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80.0 l (200 lbs) 80.0 l (200 lbs) 50 bar (725 psi) 100.0 l (250 lbs) 140.0 l (350 lbs) 180.0 l (450 lbs)
pay attention to the order information on page 2

1) - 2) footnotes see page 2
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Extinguishing agent cylinder MX 200 80,0 l - 180,0 l

1)
order informations: The order has to specificed with the filling quantity. The extinguishing agent MX 200 (HFC-227ea) must be ordered additionally. A / A25 = valve B0481-A DN49 / valve B0481-A25 DN49 (for 25 bar) B / B25 = valve B0481-B DN49 / valve B0481-B25 DN49 (for 25 bar) (valves with integrated electrical release) approval with collective certificate by: - a notified body in acc. with directive TPED 1999/36/EC - GL (Germanischer Lloyd) in acc. with directive MED 96/98/EC - DOT/TC GOST-R certificate of conformity acc. to ROSTECHNADZOR technical data: fill ratio min.: CE/VdS ................................................. 0.4 kg/l (0.882 lbs/l) UL/FM ........................................................0.5 kg/l (1.1 lbs/l) fill ratio max.: VdS 25 bar (360 psi) 42 bar (610 psi) ..................... ....1.04 kg/l (2.293 lbs/l) 50 bar (725 psi) .................0.85 kg/l (1.874 lbs/l) UL/FM/CE 25 bar (360 psi) 42 bar (610 psi) ................1.14 kg/l (2.513 lbs/l) 50 bar (725 psi) .................1.05 kg/l (2.315 lbs/l)
operating temperature range ................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL/FM ..................... -18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) not included in delivery: adapter M12x1,5 - G1/8 MX 200/1230 ......................88 7644 contact pressure gauge MX 200/1230 ................................... clamp for extinguishing agent cyl. MX 200/1230 .................... release devices MX 200/1230 for valve type A / A25: - electrical ............................................................................... - electrical with mech. blocking device ................................... - pneumatic ............................................................................. - pneumatic/manual ................................................................ - manual ................................................................................. - tackle pneum./manual .......................................................... release devices MX 200/1230 for valve type B / B25: - pneumatic ............................................................................. - pneumatic/manual ................................................................ - manual ................................................................................. - tackle pneum./manual ..........................................................
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Clamp for extinguishing agent cylinder MX 200/1230

( 0.53)
(2.36)
(1.97) (0.98)
designation
52/80l (dia. 267) 22/40l clamp for cylinder MX 200 100l 140l (dia. 356) 80/106/140/147/180l
order no.
88 7628 88 8014 88 7988 88 7638 88 7639
R
134 (5.28) 117 (4.60) 160 (6.30) 180 (7.09) 205 (8.07)
B
120 (4.72) 112 (4.41) 155 (6.10) 175 (6.89) 200 (7.87)
weight
1,46 (3.2) 1,26 (2.8) 1,69 (3.7) 1,87 (4.1) 2,08 (4.6)
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technical data: material ..........................................................................steel strip finish .........................................matt-finished or powder-coated ..............................................................RAL 9011 graphite black not included in delivery: fastening material
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nozzles type CD, MX 200

G307010
NPT ANSI / ASME B1.20.1
nozzle bore hole layout:
version: A*
1 bore
version: B*
2 bores
version: C
3 bores, 180 nozzle
version: D
4 bores, 360 nozzle
nozzle
version
Ms A*
order no.
XCrNi 88 7781 88 7782 88 7783 88 7784 88 7790 88 7791 88 7792 88 7793 88 7799 88 7800 88 7801 88 7802 min. 88 7759 88 7760 88 7761 88 7763 88 7768 88 7769 88 7770 88 7771 88 7777 88 7778 88 7779 88 7780
d
max. 6 (0,236) 5 (0,197) 11 (0,433) 10 (0,394) 18 (0,709) 16 (0,630)
Rp
weight
CD 1/2 ISO
B* C D A*
3 (0,118)
55 (2,165)
1/2
28 (1,102)
0,2 (0,4)
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CD 1 ISO
B* C D A*
3 (0,118)
65 (2,559)
40 (1,575)
0,4 (0,9)
CD 1.1/2 ISO
B* C D
3 (0,118)
85 (3,346)
1.1/2
55 (2,165)
0,6 (1,3)
* not UL / FM
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nozzles type CD, MX 200

nozzle
version
Ms A*
order no.
XCrNi 88 9046 88 9048 88 9049 88 9050 88 9051 88 9052 88 9053 88 9054 88 9055 88 9056 88 9057 88 9058 min. 88 9033 88 9034 88 9036 88 9037 88 9038 88 9039 88 9040 88 9041 88 9042 88 9043 88 9044 88 9045
d
max. 6 (0,236) 5 (0,197) 11 (0,433) 10 (0,394) 18 (0,709) 16 (0,630)
NPT
weight
CD 1/2 NPT
B* C D A*
3 (0,118)
55 (2,165)
1/2
28 (1,102)
0,2 (0,4)
CD 1 NPT
B* C D A*
3 (0,118)
65 (2,559)
40 (1,575)
0,4 (0,9)
CD 1.1/2 NPT
B* C D
3 (0,118)
85 (3,346)
1.1/2
55 (2,165)
0,6 (1,3)
* not UL / FM
order informations: for manufacturing, the nozzle bore diameter d must be stated within the permitted limits in 1/10 mm gradations technical data: type ..............................................................................CD MX 200 medium .......................................................MX 200 HFC-227ea connection thread Rp ..................in accordance with EN 10226 connection thread NPT ..in accordance with ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 operating pressure VdS ............................................................. ..................................min 9,6 bar (139 psi), max. 60 bar (870 psi) operating pressure CE/UL/FM..................................................... ..............................min. 9 bar (131 psi), max. 60 bar (870 psi) required storage pressure in extinguishing agent container.... ........................................dependent on system 25 bar (360 psi), ........................42 bar (610 psi) or 50 bar (725) at 21 C (70 F) nozzle body Ms .................................................................brass XCrNi ............................................stainless steel gradation of the bore hole diameters d .........in 0,1 mm steps operating temperature range ..............-20 C to +50 C UL/FM ...........-18 C to +50 C note: The 180 nozzle spray the extinguishing agent in a semicircle and the 360 in a full circle around the nozzle. The dimensioning of the nozzle bore diameter takes place specifically for the fire extinguishing system using a calculation program suitable for the extinguishing agent. Version A und B are for special use. For the installation of the nozzle you need a special tool. You can get it from your distributor. coverage area: ...........................................see design manual min. - max. corage heigh: ........................see design manual Using the MX DesignManager there are other limitations in the minimal and maximal nozzle bore diameters. Details see MX DesignManager calculation.
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Release device MX 200/1230 pneumatic

(wrench size 1.61)

( 1.77)
section: A - A
(0,52)
(wrench size 1.81)

(1.69)
(0.1535)
( 1.97)
designation
release device pneumatic MX 200
(1.97)
order no.
88 7669
weight
0,48 (1.1)
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technical data: operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL, FM .........................-18 Cup to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) note: The actuating pressure must be applied for at least 5 seconds. The release device is equipped with two connections for pilot pipes to allow the control gas to be passed on to additional release devices.
application: Pneumatic actuation of extinguishing agent cylinder valves of type B0481 and type B0482. One extinguishing agent cylinder valve each can be openend pneumatically.
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(0.3228)
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Release device MX 200/1230 manual

section: A - A (3.03)
(0.1496) (0.3189)
(2.13)
( 1.97)
designation
release device manual MX 200
order no.
88 7668
weight
0,41 (0.90)
technical data: manual actuation .................................release force < 150 N operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL, FM ........................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) note: the manual actuation must take place at least 5 seconds
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application: Manual actuation of extinguishing agent cylinder valves of type B0481 and type B0482. One extinguishing agent cylinder valve each can be openend manual.
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Release device MX 200/1230 pneumatic/manual

section: A - A
(0.39)
(wrench size 1.61)

(2.76)
( 1.77)
(wrench size 1.81) (1.69)
(0.52)
(2.64)
(1.97)
( 1.97)
designation
release device pneumatic/manual MX 200
order no.
88 7670
weight
0,57 (1.26)
technical data: manual actuation ...................................release force < 150 N operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL/FM ..........................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F)
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application: Pneumatic or manual actuation of extinguishing agent cylinder valves of type B0481 and type B0482. One extinguishing agent cylinder valve each can be openend either manually or pneumatically.
note: The actuating pressure must be applied for at least 5 seconds. The release device is equipped with two connections for pilot pipes to allow the control gas to be passed on to additional release devices.
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(0.1457)
(0.3145)
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Release device MX 200/1230 electrical

( 2.56) 65
( ~ 5.51)
terminal connection
SW46
solenoid
( ~ 0.63)
clamp 1: + pole clamp 2: - pole
designation
release device with diode MX 200 release device without diode MX 200
order no.
88 7667 88 9323
weight
2,49 (5.5) 2,49 (5.5)
100
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technical data: nominal voltage ................................................24 V / DC 15 % nominal current ....................................................0,5 A 10 % IP code ...............................................................................IP65 electrical connection .........................PG9 with integrated diode max. permitted test current .............................................20 mA operating temperature range....................................................... .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL ...........................-18 C up to +27,5 C (0 F up to 81.5 F) FM ................................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) duration of connection .....................................100 % duty ratio actuation force at the contact with the plunger .........>= 500 N holding force in resting state ...........................100 N to 250 N
note: the electrical actuation signal must be present for at least 5 seconds application: Electrical actuation of extinguishing agent cylinder valves of type B0481 and type B0482. One extinguishing agent cylinder valve each can be openend electrically by applying of the nominal voltage.
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Release device MX 200/1230 electrical with mech. blocking device * not UL

(4.43)
terminal connection
( 2.83) (4.62)
solenoid
clamp 1: + pole clamp 2: - pole
designation
release device with diode and mech. release device without diode
order no.
88 7666 88 9322
weight
2,7 (5.95) 2,7 (5.95)
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technical data: nominal voltage .................................................24 V / DC 15 % nominal current .........................................................0,5 A 10 % IP code ..............................................................................IP65 max. permitted test current ..............................................20 mA operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) FM ................................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) duration of connection .....................................100 % duty ratio actuation force at the contact with the plunger .........>= 500 N holding force in resting state ...........................100 N to 250 N micro switches: - voltage ..........................................................................48 V / DC - current, ohmic load ................................................max. 1 A - IP code ..................................................................................IP67 - change-over contact .........................................potential-free
note: the electrical actuation signal must be present for at least 5 seconds application: Electrical actuation of extinguishing agent cylinder valves of type B0481 and type B0482. One extinguishing agent cylinder valve each can be openend electrically by applying of the nominal voltage.
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Check valve type MX-CR - MX 200/1230

G307012
0786 - CPD - 30068
(~6.69)
designation
check valve DN50 MX-CR
order no.
88 7870
weight
5,15 (11.35)
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technical data: type .................................................................................MX-CR medium .................................HFC 227ea, FK-5-1-12, nitrogen nominal diameter ...............................................................DN50 connection thread inlet ...................................Rp 2 EN 10226 outlet ......................................Rc 2 ISO 7 operating pressure ............................................60 bar (870 psi) opening pressure ......................................... 3 bar ( 43.5 psi) temperature range VdS/CE.....................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL, FM ......................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F)
material / surface: housing ............................................................steel, galvanized internal components ............................................stainless steel spring ...................................................................stainless steel seal ......................................................................................NBR application: The check valve MX-CR allows the extinguishing agent to flow in the flow direction and prevents its flow in the opposite direction. It is fitted between the valve of the fire extinguishing agent cylinder and the manifold.
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Hose DN4 - MX 200/1230

G307008
0786 - CPD - 30067
(L + 0.2)
designation
DN4 x 600 hose - MX 200/1230 DN4 x 1000 DN4 x 1500
order no.
88 7834 88 7835 88 7836
L
600 (23.62) 1000 (39.37) 1500 (59.06)
weight
0,2 (0.44) 0,3 (0.66) 0,4 (0.88)
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technical data: type ................................DN 4 x 600/1000/1500 - MX 200/1230 operating medium ..........HFC-227ea, FK-5-1-12, nitrogen, CO2 nominal diameter ..............................................DN4 (0.157 ") minimum bending radius ................................90 mm (3.54 ") temperature range VdS/CE...................-40 C up to +60 C (-40 F up to 140 F) UL, FM ......................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) operating pressure ....................................160 bar (2321 psi) test pressure .............................................240 bar (3481 psi) burst pressure ...........................................480 bar (6962 psi) ferrule .....................PN 04 AOL conical nipple 24 with O-ring ................metric (DKOL) steel galvanized yellow chrome dulled test certificate .............................EN 10204 - 3.1 (pressure test)
application: to connect: - the master extinguishing agent cylinder and the pneum. release devices of other extinguishing agent cylinder - two pneumatical release devices - the pneumatical release device and the pilot pipe of multi zone systems
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Hose DN40 and DN50 MX 200/1230

DN40 / DN50 ( 1 1/2" / 2 ")
G307009
0786 - CPD - 30066
DN40 90 / DN50 90 ( 1 1/2" / 2 ")
designation
DN40 hose - MX 200/1230 DN40 90 DN50 DN50 90
order no.
88 7647 88 7648 88 7649 88 7650
L
825 (32.48) 450 (17.72) 1000 (39.37) 520 (20.47)
SW1
60 (2.36) 70/75 * (2.76/2.95)
SW2
50 (1.97) 65 (2.56)
weight
3,1 3,1 5,5 6,0
* at the manufactures option
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technical data: type DN 40 / DN50 .....................DN 40 / DN50 MX 200/1230 DN 40 90 / DN50 90 ...DN 40 / DN50 MX 200/1230 90 operating medium ..................HFC-227ea, FK-5-1-12, nitrogen nominal diameter ...........................DN40 / DN50 (1 1/2 " / 2 ") minimum bending radius ............................................................ DN40 / DN50 .....................500 mm / 630 mm (19.69 / 24.80) thread G1 / G2 DN40 ..1.7/8"-12 UNF [B1.1] / R 1.1/2" [ISO 7] DN50 .......2.1/2"-12 UNF [B1.1] / R 2." [ISO 7] temperature range VdS/CE.....................-40 C up to +60 C (-40 F up to 140 F) UL, FM ........................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) operating pressure ........................................80 bar (1160 psi) test pressure .................................................120 bar (1740 psi) burst pressure ..............................................240 bar (3481 psi) test certificate ............................EN 10204 - 3.1 (pressure test)
application: to connect the valve of the extinguishing agent cylinder to the nozzle pipe, the manifold, or the check valve
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Contact pressure gauge MX 200 type

II I
III IV
supporting o-ring 0-ring SW 14
(0,07)
20
(0,79) HFC-227ea FK 5-1-12

25
(0,98)
max. pressure psi (bar)

725 (50) 1015 (70) 1160 (80) 725 (50) 1015 (70) 1160 (80)
order no.
88 9306 88 9307 88 9309 88 9311 88 9312 88 9313
switching point NC / NO
1)
operating pressure at 70 F (21 C)

360 (25) 610 (42) 725 (50) 360 (25) 610 (42) 725 (50)
weight
0,17 (0,37) 0,17 (0,37) 0,17 (0,37) 0,17 (0,37) 0,17 (0,37) 0,17 (0,37)
324 (22,5) NO 549 (37,8) NO 653 (45) NO 324 (22,5) NC 549 (37,8) NC 653 (45) NC
spare parts: O-ring .....................................................88 8023 supporting ring O-ring ............................88 8024
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note switching mode: break contact (NC) / make contact (NO): Break contact or make contact by actuation of the indicator counter clockwise at the switch pressure (decrease of pressure). technical data: pressure medium ............................................N2 , HFC-227ea nominal size ............................................................................50 accuracy class .......................................................................1,6 temperature ranges: ..................................measuring medium max. +60 C (140 F) IP code ................................................IP65 with mounted cable measuring network, motion work ............................copper alloy
electrical data: switching voltage .......................................4,5 24 V DC / VAC switching current ......................................................5 100 mA contact load ..............................................max. 3 W, dry contact conducting wire ............................two-core, 100 cm (39,37 ") cross-section of conducting wire .............0,14 mm2 (AWG 26) design of instrument dial: material ............................................................aluminium, white indicating range ...........................................0 to pressure range indicating range marked: I......................pressure at minimum temperature 0 F (18 C) II to III.....pressure from 90 % to 110 % from charging pressure IV.........................pressure at max. temperature 122 F (50 C) front plate colour marking: 0 to I .............................................................................recharge I to II ......................................................................................red II to III ................................................................................green III to IV ...................................................................................red IV to max. .................................................................overcharge
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1)
G309005
0786 - CPD - 30095 (0.07) (0.79)
nominal pressure at 20 C
25 bar (363 psi) 42 bar (609 psi) 50 bar (725 psi) 25 bar (363 psi) 42 bar (609 psi) 50 bar (725 psi)
switching 2) mode
order no.
88 8604 88 8606 88 8607 88 8608 88 8610 88 8611
pressure range / switching point

40 bar / 22,5 bar (580 psi / 326 psi) 60 bar / 38 bar (870 psi / 551 psi) 60 bar / 45 bar (870 psi / 653 psi) 40 bar / 22,5 bar (580 psi / 326 psi) 60 bar / 38 bar (870 psi / 551 psi) 60 bar / 45 bar (870 psi / 653 psi)
max. operating tolerance pressure at acc. to 50 C (122 F) EN 12094-10

35 bar (508 psi) 53 bar (767 psi) 60 bar (870 psi) 35 bar (508 psi) 53 bar (767 psi) 60 bar (870 psi) 0,9 bar ( 13 psi) 1,3 bar ( 19 psi) 1,3 bar ( 19 psi) 0,9 bar ( 13 psi) 1,3 bar ( 19 psi) 1,3 bar ( 19 psi)
weight
0,17 (0.37) 0,16 (0.35) 0,16 (0.35) 0,17 (0.37) 0,16 (0.35) 0,17 (0.37)
break contact (NC)
make contact (NO)
caution special type: contact pressure gauge without VdS system approval for MX 200/1230 fire extinguishing system break contact (NC) 42 bar (609 psi) make contact (NO) 88 8605 88 8609 60 bar / 36 bar (870 psi / 522 psi) 53 bar (767 psi) 1,3 bar ( 19 psi) 0,16 (0.35) 0,17 (0.35)
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spare parts: O-ring .....................................................88 8023 supporting ring O-ring ............................88 8024
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the pressure gauge may be used only in the temperature range from +5 C up to +25 C (41 F up to 77 F) at the side of the extinguishing agent cylinders to be monitored switching mode: break contact (NC) / make contact (NO): Break contact or make contact by actuation of the indicator counter clockwise at the switch pressure (decrease of pressure).
2) note
technical data: typ ...........................................................................PGS 21.050 pressure medium ................................HFC-227ea, FK-5-1-12 nominal size ............................................................................50 accuracy class .......................................................................1,6 temperature ranges: 3) working temperature ......+5 C up to +25 C (41 F up to 77 F) product temperature, storage temperature ................................... ............................................-40 C up to +60 C (-40 F up to 140 F) ...................................measuring medium max. +60 C (140 F) IP code ................................................IP65 with mounted cable marking .........................................................................CE, VdS directives, standards ..EN837-1, VdS CEA 4030, EN 12094-10 measuring network, motion work ............................copper alloy
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electrical data: switching voltage .......................................4,5 24 V DC / VAC switching current ......................................................5 100 mA contact load ..............................................max. 3 W, dry contact conducting wire ............................two-core, 100 cm (39.37 ") cross-section of conducting wire .............................................. .................................................................0,14 mm2 (AWG 26) design of instrument dial: material ............................................................aluminium, white indicating range ...........................................0 to pressure range indicating range marked: - in red ..........................................................0 to switching point - in green.................................................................... ....switching point to max. operating pressure at 50 C (122 F)
marking: manufacturer code (WIKA), bar, accuracy class (1,6), type designation (PGS 21.050), switch pressure via set point on dial, year (WW YY), approval sign (VdS, CE)
3)
note for temperature ranges: Observe a working temperature from +5 C up to +25 C (41 F up to 77 F) to receive an indication of loss of extinguishing agent in accordance with VdS / CE. The mechanical, electrical function of the contact pressure gauge is guaranteed within the product temperature ranges from -40 C up to +60 C (-40 F up to 140 F).
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Adapter NPT - ISO

style 1
style 2
( 2.72)
( 2.72)
( 2)
(0.98)
30 (1.18) 30 (1.18) 65 (2.56)
25 30
30 (1.18)
(1.18)
65 (2.56)
style 3
( 2.24) ( 1.63)
(0.79) (0.98)
20 25
30 (1.18)
60 (2.36)
style
1 2 3
designation
adapter check valve DN50 NPT - ISO adapter hose DN50 ISO - NPT adapter hose DN40 ISO NPT
order no.
88 7443 88 7451 88 7450
weight
0,4 (0.88) 0,4 (0.88) 0,3 (0.88)
technical data: max. working pressure ...................................60 bar (870 PSI) thread NPT ...............according to ANSI / ASME B1.20.1-NPT thread ISO .............................................according to EN 10226
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material /surface: surface .........electro deposited coating EN 12329 - FE/Zn12 application: to connect MX 1230 system parts with ISO thread to NPT pipes.
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adapter M12x1,5 - G1/8 MX 200/1230

(1.08)
designation
adapter M12x1,5 - G1/8 MX 200
order no.
88 7644
weight
0,018 (0.04)
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application: to the connection of the hose DN4 / pilot pipe with: - valves type B0481, valves type B0482 - valves type B0480, BAS - release device MX 200/1230 pneumatic/manual - release device MX 200/1230 pneumatic operating temperature range operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL/FM .........................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F)
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Safety device malfunction pressure SFD DN4

designation
safety device malfunction pressure SFD
(2.83)
order no.
88 5869
weight
0,15 (0.33)
technical data: operating pressure ......................................140 bar (2031 psi) test pressure ................................................210 bar (3046 psi) connection DN4 ..............................pipe 6 x 1 (0.236 x 0.039 ") installation position ...........................................vertical, as shown operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL/FM .........................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F)
material / surface: housing ..................................................................................brass gasket .....................................................................................NBR ball .......................................................................................1.4301 application: The safety device is used for releasing small amounts of leakage in pneumatic pilot lines. The safety device closes automatically on higher pressure.
installations examples
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Connection piece DN40 and DN50 MX 200/1230

designation
connection piece MX 200/1230 DN40 DN50
order no.
88 8052 88 8053
G1
R 1.1/2 R 2
G2
1.7/8-12 UN 2.1/2-12 UN
weight
1,0 (2.2) 1,3 (2.87)
technical data: external thread ...........................................tapered, thread seal internal thread ..........................UN-nut thread, 74 conical hole material ...............................................steel, galvanized coated
application: rigid connection between the valve of the extinguishing agent cylinder and the downstream piping
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Push-button selector valve

(wrench size 0.95)
(wrench size 0.75)
designation
push-button selector valve
order no.
82 2674
(2.95)
weight
0,16 (0.35)
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technical data: agent ......................................................................CO2 - gaseous operating pressure .....................................140 bar ( 2031 psi) operating temperature range .....................................-20 C up to +50 C (-4 F up to 122 F) UL/FM .........................-18 C up to +50 C (0 F up to 122 F) thread connection ..........for precision-drawn steel pipe 10 x 1 ................................................................................(0.393 x 0.039) position of device ..........................................................as desired
material / surface: knurled screw .................................................brass, nickel plated non-return valve .................................................steel, galvanized application: venting of release pipes
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Extinguishing agent cylinder Clamp Contact pressure gauge Hose DN40 / DN50 Connection piece Hose DN40 / DN50 with 90 bend Screw reset tool (order no. 88 7645) Adapter hose ISO - NPT Adapter check valve NPT - ISO Check valve Release device, electrical Release device, electrical with mechanical blocking device
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Release device, pneumatic Release device, pneumatic/manual Release device, manual Adapter M 12x1.5 G1/8 Hose DN4 or pilot pipe Accessories connection pressure relief (order no. 88 9320) *) Protection cap Valve Ring protection cap Washer DIN 125 B13 St galZn/B (order no. 10 9886) Hexagon nut DIN 934 M12-8-galZn/B (order no. 81 1386) Siphon tube
Positions without order number technical data sheets. *) see also technical data sheets Safety device malfunction pressure SFD DN4 and Push-button selector valve.
VN
Z min. CE/VdS min. UL/FM
l (lb) 22.0 (60) 40.0 (100) 52.0 (140) 80.0 (220) 80.0 (220) 100.0 (270) 106.0 (280) 140.0 (390) 147.0 (390) 180.0 (500)
mm (inch) 1349 (53.11) 1829 (72.01) 1813 (71.38) 2427 (95.55) 1487 (58.54) 2267 (89.25) 1708 (67.24) 2037 (80.20) 2042 (80.39) 2377 (93.58)
mm (inch) 977 (38.47) 1457 (57.36) 1441 (56.73) 2018 (79.45) 1148 (45.20) 1858 (73.14) 1299 (51.14) 1628 (64.09) 1633 (64.29) 1968 (77.48)
mm (inch) 749 (29.49) 1229 (48.39) 1213 (47.76) 1757 (69.17) 887 (34.92) 1597 (62.87) 1038 (40.87) 1367 (53.82) 1372 (54.02) 1707 (67.21)
mm (inch) 229 (9.00) 229 (9.00) 254 (10.00) 267 (10.51) 406 (16.00) 316 (12.44) 406.6 (16.00) 406 (16.00) 406.6 (16.00) 406 (16.00)
mm (inch) 150 (5.91) 150 (5.91) 150 (5.91) 150 (5.91) 150 (5.91) 150 (5.91) 200 (7.87) 150 (5.91) 200 (7.87) 200 (7.87)
mm (inch) 500 (19.69) 700 (27.56) 700 (27.56) 1300 (51.18) 600 (23.62) 1300 (51.18) 700 (27.56) 1050 (41.34) 1050 (41.34) 1300 (51.18)
mm (inch) 970 (35.19) 1450 (57.09) 1435 (56.50) 1960 (77.17) 1090 (42.91) 1800 (70.87) 1240 (48.82) 1570 (61.81) 1575 (62.01) 1910 (75.20)
mm (inch)
kg (lb)
kg (lb)
Amount filled max. max. max. max. UL/FM/CE UL/FM/CE VdS VdS 25/42 bar 25/42 bar 50 bar 50 bar (360/610 psi) (725 psi) (360/610 psi) (725 psi) kg kg kg kg (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) 18.7 (41.30) 34 (75.00) --68 (149.91) 68 (149.91) 85 (187.39) --119 (262.35) --153 (337.31) --25.1 (55.40) 45.6 (100.60) 59.3**) (130.80)**) 91.2 (201.20) 91.2 (201.20) 114 (251.50) 120.8**) (266.60)**) 159.6 (352.00) 167.6**) (369.60)**) 205.2 (452.60) 205.2**) (452.60)**)
WE
kg (lb)
114 9 11 22.9 (4.49) (19.84) (24.30) (50.50) 114 16 20 41.6 (4.49) (35.27) (44.10) (91.80) 114 20.8 26 54.1**) (4.49) (45.90) (57.40) (119.30)**) 147 32 40 83.2 (5.79) (70.60) (88.20) (183.50) 147 32 40 83.2 (5.79) (70.60) (88.20) (183.50) 147 40 50 104 (5.79) (88.30) (110.30) (229.40) 147 42.4 53 110.2**) (5.79) (93.60) (116.90) (243.20)**) 147 56 70 145.6 (5.79) (123.60) (154.40) (321.20) 147 58.8 73.5 152.9**) (5.79) (129.70) (162.10) (337.20)**) 147 72 90 187.2 (5.79) (158.80) (198.50) (412.90)
)
180.0 2231 1822 1561 406.6 200 1300 1850 147 72 90 187.2** (500) (87.83) (71.73) (61.46) (16.00) (7.87) (51.18) (72.84) (5.79) (158.80) (198.50) (412.90)**) All dimensions are approximately, variations due to manufacturing tolerances are possible. VN Nominal volume WE Empty weight **) only 25 bar (360 psi)
23.1 50 (51.00) (110.2) 42 59 (92.70) (130.1) 49 --(108.0) 84 104 (185.19) (229.3) 84 99 (185.19) (218.3) 105 127 (231.49) (280.0) 86 --(190.0) 147 131 (324.08) (288.8) 104 --(229.3) 189 179 (416.67) (394.6) 142 --(313.1) MX 200
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1.1 Non UL or FM Approved items

Underwriters Laboratories FM Approvals

1.2 Purpose of the manual

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1.3 General information

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1.6 Explanation of symbols

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2.1 Personal safety in the protected enclosure

Extinguishing agent containers in a separate cylinder storage room

Safety relief lines

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2.3 Decomposition products

2.4 Room permeability and hold time

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2.5 Door fan test

2.6 Filling pressure of the extinguishing agent containers

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Extinguishing agent container size Nominal filling Manufacturing process Diameter

100 lbs Seamless

200 lbs Seamless

250 lbs Seamless

200 lbs Seamless 406 mm (16 in.) 3 kg (6.6 lbs)

350 lbs Seamless 406 mm (16 in.) 3 kg (6.6 lbs)

450 lbs Seamless

406 mm (16 in.) 3 kg (6.6 lbs)

Additional 0.3 kg 0.3 kg quantity (0.7 lbs) (0.7 lbs)

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2.9 Nozzle characteristic data

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