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Our High Performance braided flexible sprinkler hoses are available with either a 1/2″ or 3/4″ outlet, and in five different lengths: 24″, 36″, 48″, 60″, and 72″. These hoses have a maximum temperature rating of 225°F and a maximum pressure rating of 175 psi.
| Outlet Size | Part # | Description |
| 1/2″ | EFB 224HP | 1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 1/2″ | EFB 236HP | 1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 1/2″ | EFB 248HP | 1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 1/2″ | EFB 260HP | 1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 1/2″ | EFB 272HP | 1/2″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| Outlet Size | Part # | Description |
| 3/4″ | EFB 224HP | 3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 3/4″ | EFB 336HP | 3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 3/4″ | EFB 348HP | 3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 3/4″ | EFB 360HP | 3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
| 3/4″ | EFB 372HP | 3/4″ FIP x 1″ MIP |
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):
NFPA 13: Standard for installation of sprinkler systems
NFPA 13D: Standard for the installation of sprinkler systems in one and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes
NFPA 13R: Standard for installation of sprinkler systems in residential occupancies up to and including four stories in height
NFPA 13 Section 9.2.1.3.3.3: Hangers are not required for flexible connections as long as the length does not exceed 6 ft.
American Society of Testing and Methods (ASTM):
ASTM C635: Standard specifications for the manufacture, performance, and testing of metal suspension systems for acoustical tile and lay-in panel ceilings
ASTM C636: Standard practice for installation of metal ceiling suspension systems for acoustical tile and lay-in panels
Factory Mutual (FM), FM Class No. 1637:
Approved standard for flexible sprinkler hose with threaded end fittings
International Building Code (IBC) Section 1621/American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7 9.6.2.6.2 & 9.6.2.6.2.2:
Flexible sprinkler connections are the alternative solution to install without seismic escutcheons (oops ring)
| Lengths Available | 24”, 36”, 48”, 60”, and 72” |
| Outlet | 1/2” or 3/4” |
| Hose Type | Braided |
| Hose | Stainless Steel 304 |
| Nut & Nipple | Zinc-Plated Steel |
| Sealing Gasket/Isolation Ring | EPDM/Nylon |
| Max. Ambient Temperature Rating | 225°F |
| Max. Working Pressure Rating | 175 psig |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 8” (FM) DO NOT bend within 2.52 inches from connection nuts |
| Connection | Inlet – 1” NPT Outlet – 1/2” or 3/4” NPT |
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Length |
Outlet Connection |
K-Factor |
Max. # of 90° Bends |
Equivalent Length of 1 in. Schedule 40 Pipe, ft. |
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28″ |
1/2″ | 5.6 | 1 | 17.8 | |||||
| 3/4″ | 8.0 | 1 | 8.3 | ||||||
| 3/4″ | 14.0 | 1 | 8.3 | ||||||
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40″ |
1/2″ | 5.6 | 2 | 23.0 | |||||
| 3/4″ | 8.0 | 2 | 13.9 | ||||||
| 3/4″ | 14.0 | 2 | 13.7 | ||||||
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48″ |
1/2″ | 5.6 | 3 | 30.2 | |||||
| 3/4″ | 8.0 | 3 | 21.7 | ||||||
| 3/4″ | 14.0 | 3 | 21.6 | ||||||
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60″ |
1/2″ | 5.6 | 4 | 37.4 | |||||
| 3/4″ | 8.0 | 4 | 29.5 | ||||||
| 3/4″ | 14.0 | 4 | 29.5 | ||||||
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67″ |
1/2″ | 5.6 | 4 | 43.3 | |||||
| 3/4″ | 8.0 | 4 | 34.5 | ||||||
| 3/4″ | 14.0 | 4 | 33.2 | ||||||
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