Fire Protection
Dry Pilot & Electrically-Controlled Deluge Valve
Ty p i c a l A p p l i c a t i o n s
• Off-shore installations
• Seawater
• Self-contained dry systems
• Freezing environments
• Corrosive water supply
• Foam applications
• Pre-action sprinkler systems,
700E Type 6
Features and Benefits
• Pneumatic PORV – suitable for corrosive and/or
freezing conditions
• Factory pre-assembled trim – Out-of-Box Quality
• Advanced globe "Y" or angle pattern
• Minimized pressure loss
• Unobstructed flow path
• Automatic reset – "hands free" return to stand-by
• Venturi action accelerator – quicker opening response
• Double-chambered actuator – reliable drip-tight seal
• Only one moving assembly
• Hydraulically-powered positive closure
• Replaceable stainless steel valve seat – lifetime valve
Optional Features
• Seawater service – consult your BERMAD
representative for full details
• Pressure-reducing add-on trim – for constant,
regulated, lower outlet pressure
• Explosion-proof for hazardous zones
• Alarm pressure-switch
• Hydraulic release trim extension
• Corrosive environment materials – consult your
BERMAD representative for
full details ®
UL
LISTED EX5092
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700E Type 6 Dry Pilot & Electrically-Controlled Deluge Valve

Operation
The BERMAD Model 700E Type 6 is suited for a dual detection system, dry and electric. It is used as the primary
control valve in automatic systems including open nozzles and a dual fire detection system. The 700E Type 6 is held
closed by pressure applied to the upper chamber of the main valve ➊.
In the SET condition, the water pressure, supplied through the restricted priming line ➋, is trapped in the upper
chamber by: a check valve ➌, a closed PORV ➍ (Pressure Operated Relief Valve) pilot valve and a normally closed
solenoid valve ➎. The PORV is held closed by the maintained pneumatic pressure in the detection line ➏. The
trapped water pressure holds the seal-disk of the main valve to the valve seat ➐. Sealing is drip-tight and the system
piping is dry.
The typical redundant detection system includes both a dry pilot line with thermal detectors, and an independent,
electrically-controlled detection system.
In a FIRE or TEST condition, the 700E Type 6 trips upon receiving a command from one of the detection systems or
by the manual release ➑. Water exits the accelerator ➒ faster than it can be supplied to the upper chamber,
allowing the main valve to open and water to flow into the system piping and to the alarm device.
For installation and maintenance, see BERMAD publication "700E Type 6 - IOM".

pneumatic pneumatic
➍
➏
➌
➋ ➒
➑
➎
to drain
➊

➐ to alarm

Valve Closed Valve Open

(set condition) (operating condition)
Te n d e r S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
The deluge valve shall be UL-listed as a unit, "Y" pattern (or angle), with automatic reset.
Valve actuation shall be accomplished by one moving assembly, which shall include a flat seal-disk and a stainless
steel stem.
The valve seat shall be made of stainless steel and have an unobstructed flow path, with no stem guide or
supporting ribs.
The basic control trim shall be factory pre-assembled and integrated to the main valve, hydraulically-tested, UL-listed
and supplied as an assembly consisting of:
• PORV (Pressure-Operated Relief Valve), UL-listed
• "Y" strainer
• 2-way solenoid pilot valve
• Spring-loaded check valve
• Venturii action accelerator
• Manual emergency release assembly with stainless steel bracket
• Non-corrosive trim of uniform metal, neither steel nor galvanized piping is permitted
The manufacturer shall be certified according to ISO 9001 standards.
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Dry Pilot & Electrically-Controlled Deluge Valve 700E Type 6

System Components*
1 - Main Valve, BERMAD 700E Series
Basic Trim, includes "B" Items as listed(1)
2B - Accelerator & Priming Restriction
3B - Orifice Assembly
4B - Priming Strainer
6B - Pressure Operated Relief Valve (PORV)
7B - Check Valve
14B - Solenoid Pilot Valve
15B - Manual Emergency Release
18B - Priming Valve
19B - Drip Check W
Additional Accessories – "A" Items(2)
1A - Alarm Test Valve
2A - Gauge Valve
3A - Pressure Gauge
P 11A
4A - Alarm Strainer
5A - Drain Valve
11A - Alarm Valve
14A - Check Valve
Optional
3A
W - Water Motor Alarm 1
14A
P - Pressure Switch
19B
1A

2A 3A
5A 6B

4B 3B

18B 7B 2B

14B

15B

UL-Listed
The BERMAD Model 700E Type 6 Hydraulic
is UL-listed as a unit when installed
with specific components and accessories. Electric

* Notes: Pneumatic
1. "B" items are standard trim components provided in the trim package.
2. "A" items are additional trim components required for the proper installation and use of the deluge system.
For Ordering, add the suffix "A" to the model number. Atmosphere
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700E Type 6 Dry Pilot & Electrically-Controlled Deluge Valve

Specifications

Valve Size 2” 21/2” 3” 4” 6” 8” 10”

mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch
Ly 205 81/16 209 81/4 250 913/16 320 125/8 415 165/16 500 1911/16 605 2313/16
La 121 43/4 140 51/2 152 6 190 71/2 225 87/8 265 107/16 320 125/8
Dimensions

TI 200 77/8 200 77/8 170 63/4 165 61/2 160 65/16 140 51/2 130 51/8
Tw 317.5 121/2 329 1215/16 340 133/8 351.5 1313/16 400 153/4 435 171/8 480 187/8
h 82 34/16 102 4 102 4 127 5 152 6 203 8 219 85/8
Th 390 153/8 401 1513/16 464 181/4 517 203/8 645 253/8 736 29 841 331/8
Tb 258 103/16 269 109/16 280 11 292 111/2 320 125/8 350 1313/16 382 151/16
Dv 3/4” 11/2” 11/2” 2” 2” 2” 2”

Notes:
1. Provide adequate clearance around valve for maintenance. 4. Data is for envelope dimensions. Specific component positioning may vary.
2. Listed trim dimensions are maximum. 5. For complete dimensions of 700E main valve, see BERMAD
3. Tw = maximum trim width for both "Y" and angle patterns. publication "700E Basic Deluge Valve".

Connection Standard Sizes ("Y" & Angle")

• Flanged: ANSI B16.42 (Ductile iron), B16.5 (Steel & Stainless),
B16.24 (Bronze), B16.1 (Cast iron), ISO PN16
• Threaded: NPT or BSP 2, 21/2, 3, 4 & 6"
• Grooved: |ANSI/AWWA C606 for 2, 3, 4 & 6"
Water Temperature
• 0.5 – 80°C (33 – 180°F)
• Available: 11/2, 2, 21/2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 & 16"
• UL-listed: 2, 21/2, 3, 4, 6, 8 & 10"
Working pressure
• Max working pressure: 250 psi (17 bar)
• UL-rated working pressure: 175 psi (12 bar)

Materials
Manufacturers Standard Materials Optional Materials Solenoid Pilot Valve
Main valve body and cover Main valve body and accessories Standard model
• Ductile iron ASTM 536(1) • Stainless steel 316 • Enclosure: General purpose water-
• Carbon steel ASTM A216-WCB(1) • Marine bronze tight NEMA 4 and 4X / IP65
Main valve wetted parts (internals) • NiAl-bronze • Optional: Explosion-proof
• Stainless steel 304 and coated steel • Titanium Voltage
Control Trim System • Duplex and Super-duplex • 24, 110, 220, AC 50 Hz
• Accelerator: Brass ASTM B21 Main valve and accessories internals (or 24, 120, 240, AC 60 Hz)
• Forged brass fittings & copper tubing • Stainless steel 316 • 24, 120, DC
Elastomers • Bronze • Continuous duty-molded Class F
• NBR • Titanium • Wattage rating: 10.6 DC, 9.5 AC
• Copper-nickel Approvals
• Hastalloy • UL-listed
Notes:
1. Epoxy coated, fusion bonded - standard.
Tubing and Fittings • CSA Certified
Other coatings available on request. • Stainless steel 316 • Alternative: CENELEC certified for
2. For seawater service see BERMAD • Copper-nickel EEx
publication "Seawater and Corrosive Media".

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