Our braided flexible sprinkler hoses for industrial ducts are available with either a 1/2″ or 1″ outlet, and in three different lengths: 30″, 47″ and 67″. These hoses have a maximum temperature rating of 225°F and a maximum pressure rating of 175 psi.
-Stainless Steel 304 (Tube and Nipples)
-FM Approved
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.
Factory Mutual (FM), FM Class No. 1637:
Approved standard for flexible sprinkler hose with threaded end fittings
Lengths Available | 30″, 47″, and 67″ | ||
Connection | Inlet – 1″ | ||
Outlet – 1/2″ |
Hose/Braid | Stainless Steel 304 | ||
Flange | ABS (Duct) | ||
Tube & Nipples | Stainless Steel 304 | ||
O-Ring | EPDM |
Hose Type | Braided | ||
Max. Temperature | 225°F | ||
Max. Pressure | 174 psig | ||
Min. Bend Radius* | 8″ | ||
K-Factor (1/2″ Outlet) | 5.6 |
*Do not bend within 2.25″ from connection nuts
Model# | Length | Outlet Size | Max.# of 90° Bends | Equivalent Length of 1″ Sch. 40 Pipe in ft. | |||||
KFDS-01A | 30″ | 1/2″ | 1 | 8.7′ | |||||
KFDS-02A | 47″ | 1/2″ | 3 | 16.7′ | |||||
KFDS-03A | 67″ | 1/2″ | 4 | 22.5′ |