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DESCRIPTION
Fike Series 70 Clean Agent Containers are used in fire extinguishing systems to
store the Clean Agent until a fire develops and the agent must be released. The
Clean Agent is retained in the container by a valve assembly which contains a
fast-acting rupture disc. The disc will be ruptured, and the Clean Agent released,
through the operation of an actuator by an electric signal that is automatically or
manually controlled. The valve is available in three sizes: 1" (25mm), 2 1/2"
(65mm) and 3" (80mm). The 1" (25mm) valve is used on the 10 (4), 20 (8), 35
(15), 60 (27), and 100 pound (44 L) containers; the 2 1/2" (65mm) valve is used
on the 125i (51 L) and 215i pound (90 L) containers; the 3" (80mm) valve is used
on the 215 (87), 375 (153), 650 (267) and 1000 pound (423 L) containers. After a
discharge, the valve is field reconditioned by simply replacing three components.
Fike Series 70 Clean Agent Containers have passed extensive testing by
Underwriters Laboratories and Factory Mutual and are used in installations where
8 to 1045 pounds (3.5 to 474 kg) of HFC-227ea is required. To eliminate the
need for multiple containers, or using more Clean Agent than necessary, these
containers can be filled in 1 pound (0.5 kg) increments to their maximum
capacity.
Each container for HFC-227ea Clean Agent Systems is super pressurized with dry
nitrogen to 360 psig (25 bar), at 70 F (21 C), to provide a quick and effective
discharge in 10 seconds or less.
Fike Series 70 Clean Agent Containers are supplied with a pressure gauge that
permits a quick, visual, inspection of container pressure. Optional items include a
Liquid Level Indicator, and a Low Pressure Supervisory Switch. The Liquid Level
indicator provides the convenience of determining the container's agent weight
without removing it from its installed location. The Low Pressure Supervisory
Switch provides constant monitoring of the container's internal pressure and can be
wired either normally opened or normally closed. In the event of a decrease in
container internal pressure from 360 psig to 288 psig (24.8 bar to 18.8 bar), the
Supervisory Switch normally opened/closed contacts will close/open. This will
cause a supervisory trouble alarm at the system control panel.
Fike Series 70 Clean Agent Containers are available for installation in the upright,
inverted or horizontal positions, depending upon the user's particular needs and the
type and size container specified. The mounting location of the container is quite
flexible. It can be mounted at the exact point of discharge or at a remote location
by adding distribution piping from the container to the nozzle system. (Refer to the
Fike Design, Installation and Maintenance Manual - P/N 06-215).
The operating temperature range is +32 to +130oF (0 to 54.4oC) in any
installation. If the Clean Agent reaches an internal temperature range of 160 to
187 F (71.1to 86.1C), it will create a sufficient internal pressure to burst the
rupture disc and release the Clean Agent through the piping network.
APPROVALS
UL Listed, Ex4623
FM Approved 0Y4AB.AF (HFC227ea)
Form No. C.1.01.01-2
704 S. 10th Street P.O. Box 610 Blue Springs, Missouri 64013-0610 U.S.A. (816) 229-3405 (816) 229-4615 www.fike.com
DESCRIPTION (cont.)
Reliability
Fike Series 70 Clean Agent Containers are manufactured in strict accordance with
Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Fike Series 70 Clean Agent
Containers have successfully passed testing by Factory Mutual and Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc. Before leaving the factory, each container must pass extensive leakage
testing, and pressure testing to 1000 psig (69 bar). The containers are constructed from
carbon steel alloys and painted with a durable, baked enamel finish.
Installation
Fike Series 70 Clean Agent Containers are supplied with a mounting bracket that is
designed to provide the most effective and versatile installation for that particular
container. The 10, 20 and 35 pound (4, 8 and 15 L) container brackets employ two Ubolts for securing the container to the bracket. The 60 pound (27 L) container is secured
using two quick connecting, over-center handle clamps. The 125i and 215i pound (51 and
90 L) containers utilize an "L" shaped bracket for direct wall mounting or, with an
optional floor mounting kit, can be mounted on a floor in the "valve down" position. The
100 pound (44 L) and 215 pound (87 L) through 1000 pound (423 L) containers are
supplied with one or two U-shaped mounting brackets, depending upon container size,
for mounting to a wall or other secure surface.
Container Sizes and Dimensions: U.S. Standard and Metric
3" (80mm) Outlet
1/2" (15mm)
Electrical
Connection
"A"
"B"
"B"
"B"
1/2" (15mm)
Electrical
Connection
"A"
10
20
35
60
100
125i
215i
215
375
650
100
A(in)
7.25
7.25
10.75
10.75
20.00
24.00
20.00
20.00
24.00
24.00
B(in)
14.12
21.50
32.50
28.00
38.75
20.25
23.75
28.87
42.50
48.75
70.00
15
27
44
51
90
87
153
267
423
A(mm)
178
184
184
273
273
508
610
508
508
610
610
B(mm)
359
546
826
711
984
515
605
733
1080
1237
1778
HFC-227ea
EMPTY WT
AGENT FILL
(LB)
RANGE (LBS)
VALVE
POSITION
DOT
REGULATION
70-108
10
15
8-10
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-098
20
21
12-21
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-089
35
32
22-38
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-152
60
44
39-68
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-153
100
61
63-108
upright
4BW500
70-041
125i
180
73-126
inverted
4BA500
70-077
215i
225
128-223
inverted
4BA500
70-154
215
150
124-216
upright
4BW500
70-155
375
218
217-378
upright
4BW500
70-156
650
350
378-660
upright
4BW500
70-157
1000
515
598-1045
upright
4BW500
FIKE P/N
SIZE (L)
VALVE
(MM)
VALVE
POSITION
DOT
REGULATION
70-108
25
4.0-4.5
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-098
25
10
5.5-9.5
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-089
15
25
15
10.0-17.0
horiz or upright
4BW500
70-152
70-153
27
25
20
18.0-30.5
horiz or upright
4BW500
44
25
28
28.5-48.5
upright
4BW500
70-041
51
65
82
33.5-57.0
inverted
4BA500
70-077
90
65
102
58.5-101.0
inverted
4BA500
70-154
87
80
68
56.5-98.0
upright
4BW500
70-155
153
80
99
98.5-171.5
upright
4BW500
70-156
267
80
159
171.5-299.0
upright
4BW500
70-157
423
80
234
271.5-474.0
upright
4BW500
DESCRIPTION
Nozzle
The function of the Fike Nozzle in a fire suppression system, is to distribute the
Clean Agent in a uniform, predetermined pattern and concentration. The nozzles
are designed to complete the discharge of Clean Agent in 10 seconds or less
when installed within the design limitations of the Fike Design Manual, P/N 06202 or 06-215.
Fike Nozzles are available in five sizes. Each nozzle comes in two configurations
of 180 and 360 degree distribution patterns.
DESCRIPTION
3/8" (10mm)
80-052-0781
1/2" (15mm)
80-1114
1" (25mm)
80-1115
80-1118
1-1/2" (40mm)
2" (50mm)
DESCRIPTION
1" (25mm)
1-1/2" (40mm)
2" (50mm)
APPROVALS
UL Listed - Ex 4623
ULC Listed - CEx624
FM Approved - 0Y4A8.AF
Form No. C.1.02.01-3
704 S. 10th Street P.O. Box 610 Blue Springs, Missouri 64013-0610 U.S.A. (816) 229-3405 (816) 229-4615 www.fike.com
R
R
180 Nozzle
360 Nozzle
Radius R
Dimension (English)
Radius R
Dimension (Metric)
Ceiling Height
Range (English)
Ceiling Height
Range (Metric)
45'-8"
13.92m
12 in. to 16 ft.
0.3 to 4.88m
29'-8"
9.04m
12 in. to 16 ft.
0.3 to 4.88m
NOTES:
a. An allowable area of coverage includes any area where the maximum coverage from the nozzle ("R" dimension) is not exceeded.
b. Nozzles should be located on center line of hazard area.
c. When working with ceiling heights exceeding the values tabulated above, the hazard volume must be broken down into vertically stacked hazard
volumes, with heights less than the maximums shown in the table. It is imperative that unusual applications of this nature be handled by experienced
people in the field, and in most cases, operational tests should be performed before the system is put into service.
d. Dimensions and nozzle data shown are taken from the UL listed and FM approved Design, Installation & Maintenance Manual - P/N 06202 or 06-215.
e. 180 and 360 degree nozzles may be placed a maximum of 1 foot (30.5cm) down from the ceiling, and 180 degree nozzles may be placed a
maximum of 1 foot (30.5cm) from the wall.
Pressure Switch
Specifications
Temperature Limits:
Enclosure Classification:
Contact Rating:
Body Material:
Weight:
Pressure Connection:
Electrical Connection:
Pressure Setting:
32 to 120 F (0-48.9C)
NEMA 4
Single pole, double throw; 5 amps resistive, 3 amps
inductive @ 30VDC
Aluminum with irridite finish
6.5 ounces
1/8 NPT (6mm)
1/2 NPT (15mm)
288 psig (20 bar)(decreasing)
APPROVALS
UL Listed - Ex4623
FM Approved - 0Y4A8.AF
Form No. C.1.03.01-2
704 S. 10th Street P.O. Box 610 Blue Springs, Missouri 64013-0610 U.S.A. (816) 229-3405 (816) 229-4615 www.fike.com
Check Valve
02-2980 - 1" Check Valve (25 mm)
02-4158 - 2" Check Valve (40 mm)
02-4157 - 3" Check Valve (80 mm)
The Fike Check Valve prevents agent loss from the open end of a manifold and/or
piping system in the event that one or more containers are removed for servicing
and the system is discharged. This applies to all manifold configurations including
Main/Reserve Systems.
Constructed of carbon steel, the Check Valve has a working pressure of 720 psig
(4965 kPa) and has 1", 2" or 3" (25, 50 or 80 mm) female NPT threads.
Check Valve
DESCRIPTION
The Agent Release Module (ARM III), Fike P/N 10-1832, in conjunction with a
Fike Control Panel, allows the electrical actuators used with Fike Clean Agent
containers to be wired in parallel. This configuration substantially increases the
overall reliability of the Clean Agent releasing circuit. With series-wired actuator
circuits, a problem in a single actuator will incapacitate the entire system. Utilizing
parallel-wired actuators, that same incident would incapacitate only that individual
Clean Agent container; all others would still be active.
The Agent Release Module (ARM III) is compatible with either Class A or Class
B wiring. When an ARM III is used in a Class A wiring configuration, the
resulting system is the most reliable available for today's Fire Protection.
Installation
The Fike Agent Release Module (ARM III) is mounted in the lower right corner of
a 4 11/16" (11.9 cm) square box which connects to the actuator boss on the Clean
Agent container. The ARM III is a solid-state circuit board and contains a terminal
strip for the connections of field wiring and actuator leads. The module is also
equipped with a polarity diode that illuminates if the field wiring has been installed
with reversed polarity. Special care should be taken to assure proper polarity.
ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS
Each Clean Agent container shall be provided with a Fike P/N 10-1832 Agent
Release Module (ARM III) to allow all electrical actuators to be connected in
parallel. Series-wired actuators are not acceptable. The ARM III shall be located
at each container and shall be securely mounted in the lower right hand corner of
a 4 11/16" (11.9cm) square electrical box, with cover. All wiring to the Clean
Agent container and the actuator leads shall connect to a terminal strip located on
the ARM III.
APPROVALS
UL Listed - S3217
FM Approved
Cheetah: 0B4A6.AY
Rhino: 0Y4A4.AY
SHP Pro: 0Z8A0.AY
WIRING DIAGRAM
1.5K EOL
TO CONTROL PANEL
+ - R B Y G - +
10-1832 ARM
+ - R B Y G - +
10-1832 ARM
Maximum of 6 ARMs
DESCRIPTION
The Fike 70-1353 series Liquid Level Indicator is a
simple manually operated device which provides a
means to determine the Clean Agent liquid level in
vertically mounted agent storage containers. Once the
liquid level is determined, it can then be converted
into pounds (kilograms) of Clean Agent present in the
agent storage container. (Refer to Fike HFC-227ea
Instruction Manual for Liquid Level Indicator (LLi),
P/N 06-107.)
Operation
A magnet equipped float moves with the liquid level along the unit stem. Level
readout is obtained by simply removing the protective cap and pulling out a
calibrated tape until magnetic interlock with the float is felt. With the tape in this
position, the reading is obtained at the point where the tape emerges from the
unit housing.
INDICATOR TAPE
READ HERE
LLi BOSS
UNIT STEM
LIQUID LEVEL
When the liquid level is determined, the reading is then located on a chart and the
corresponding Clean Agent weight is read. Accurate readings can be obtained
over a +40 to +90oF (+4.4 to +32.2oC) temperature range.
MAGNETIC
FLOAT
Features
Reduced maintenance time - the weight of the agent in storage containers can
be determined in a fraction of the time it would take to remove and weigh
them.
Continuous fire protection - use of the liquid level indicator does not require
shutting down the Clean Agent System, thus affording uninterrupted fire
protection.
Field installation capability - the indicator can easily be installed in the field
using a single wrench, as long as the container is empty and is equipped with a
mounting boss.
Compact - when not in use, the unit requires no more space than that required
by the container.
Flexibility - the flexible tape design allows the unit to be used in tight spaces
that would otherwise hinder the use of a rigid indicator "stick".
Availability - units are available for Fike container sizes of 100 lb. (44 liter)
through 1000 lb. (423 liter) in both the modular and central storage type
designs.
Construction
The Fike 70-1353 series Liquid Level Indicator housing and stem assembly is
constructed of brass. The flexible indicator tape is constructed of steel with a
yellow mylar coating. The indicator tape is calibrated in inches and centimeters.
The unit housing provides straight mounting threads with a static O-ring seal.
The float is constructed of a special ECCO material for high pressure service.
The cellular construction of the ECCO material allows the float to be solid and is
not susceptible to water-logging, as hollow floats are if they develop a leak. The
unit is provided with a plastic protective cap.
APPROVALS
UL Ex4623
FM 3002238
USCG 162.161/2/0
AVAILABLE MODELS
Measuring
Tape
"L"
Float
Inspection
Tag
Cap
INDICATOR P/N
DIMENSION L
CONTAINER SIZE
CONTAINER P/N
70-1353-22
22 (381 mm)
70-153
70-1353-11
11 (278 mm)
70-041
70-1353-15
15 (381 mm)
70-154/S70-154
70-1353-15
15 (381 mm)
70-077
70-1353-24
24 (610 mm)
70-155 / S70-155
70-1353-38
38 (965 mm)
70-156 / S70-156
70-1353-44
44 (1118 mm)
70-157 / S70-157
APPROVALS
UL/cUL Listed - S5566
704 S. 10th Street P.O. Box 610 Blue Springs, Missouri 64013-0610 U.S.A. (816) 229-3405 (816) 229-4615 www.fike.com
STANDARD FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS
Interfaces with existing approved releasing
Series Firing Input
control panels
- Maximum supervision current 3.0 mA
- Minimum release current 8.0 mA
Operates from any one of three different
- Maximum release voltage 25.5 VDC
inputs
- Minimum release voltage 20.7 VDC
Connects up to 20 Agent Release Modules
- Typical input impedance 1.5K ohm
(ARMs)
AGENT
RELEASE
MODULE
(ARM III)
P/N 10-1832
3
4
5
6
7
8
+
-
1
2
AGENT
RED
RELEASE
MODULE
(ARM III)
BLU
YEL
GCA
GRN
P/N 10-1832
3
4
5
6
7
1.5K OHM
2 WATT
+
RED
BLU
YEL
INTERFACE FIRING
MODULE
GCA
GRN
UP TO 20 AGENT RELEASE
MODULES PER CIRCUIT
AGENT RELEASE
CIRCUIT
EXTERNAL EOL
POLARITY REVERSAL
CIRCUIT
(POLARITY SHOWN IN
DISCHARGE CONDITION)
10
11
24 VDC Power
12
13
14
DRY CONTACT
OUTPUT
POWER INPUT
24VDC 0.2 AMP
HFC-227EA
APPLICATION/DESCRIPTION
HFC-227ea provides superior fire protection in a wide range of applications from
sensitive electrical equipment to industrial applications using flammable liquids.
HFC-227ea is ideal for applications where clean-up of other media presents a
problem, where weight versus suppression potential is a factor, where an
electrically non-conductive medium is needed and where people compatibility is
an overriding factor. When environmental impact is a consideration, HFC-227ea
is particularly useful. It has zero ozone-depleting potential, low global warming
potential and a short atmospheric lifetime. These characteristics make it suitable
not only for new installations using Fikes total flooding systems, but also for
Halon 1301 replacement applications.
APPROVALS
HFC-227ea complies with NFPA
Standard 2001 - current edition. Fike
HFC-227ea systems are UL listed
and FM approved for Clean Agent
Fire Suppression Systems.
UL Listed Ex 4623
FM Approved 0Y4A8.AF
USCG 162.161/2/0
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Chemical Name: Heptafluoropropane (CF3CHFCF3)
Molecular Weight: 170.03
Boiling Point @ 760 mm Hg: 2.55oF (-16.4oC)
Freezing Point : -204oF (-131.1oC)
Critical Temperature: 215oF (101.7oC)
Critical Pressure (psia): 422 psia (2912 kPa)
Critical Volume (ft3/lbm) (cc/mole): 0.0258 (274)
Critical Density (lbm/ft3): 38.8 (621 kg/m3)
Specific Heat, Liquid (BTU/lb-Fo) @ 77oF (25oC): 0.283 (1.184 kj/kg/oC)
Specific Heat, Vapor (BTU/lb-oF) @ constant pressure of 1 ATM @ 77oF (25oC):
0.1932 (0.808 kj/kg/oC)
Heat of Vaporization (BTU/lb) at Boiling Point: 57.0 (132.6 kj/kg)
Thermal Conductivity (BTU/h ftoF) of Liquid @ 77oF (25oC): 0.040 (0.069
w/moC)
Viscosity, Liquid (lb/ft hr) @ 77oF (25oC): 0.443 (0.184 centipoise)
Vapor Pressure (psia) @ 77oF (25oC): 66.4 (457.7 kPa)
Ozone Depletion Potential: 0
Estimated Atmospheric Lifetime (years): 31-42
LC50 (Rats; 4hrs - ppm): >800,000
DESCRIPTION
The function of the Fike Engineered Discharge Nozzle in a fire extinguishing
system is to distribute the Clean Agent in a uniform, predetermined pattern and
concentration. The nozzles are designed to complete the discharge of Clean
Agent in 10 seconds or less when installed within the design limitations of the
Fike Design, Installation and Maintenance Manual, P/N 06-202 or 06-215 and the
Fike Flow Calculation computer program.
Fike Engineered Discharge Nozzles are available in sizes of 3/8" (10mm)
through 2" (50mm). Each nozzle is available in 180 and 360 degree discharge
patterns.
The Discharge Nozzle size refers to the size of Schedule 40 or 80 steel pipe to
which it can be connected. The nozzle discharge orifices are drilled perpendicular
to the center line of the threads. The nozzles are mounted to allow the agent to
be discharged on a horizontal axis.
Nozzle orifices are available in a wide range of sizes to provide accurate Clean
Agent flow results. All nozzles have been tested for their ability to discharge the
Clean Agent under extreme conditions.
Nozzle orifice drilling must be done at the Fike factory, or other UL listed nozzle
drill station, only after "As-Built" calculations of the installed piping system(s)
have been performed, using the Fike Flow Calculation computer program.
The Fike Discharge Nozzle used shall be Factory Mutual (FM) approved and
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed.
Fike Engineered Nozzles
APPROVALS
UL Listed - Ex4623
ULC Listed - CEx1136
FM Approved - 0Y4A8.AF
Form No. C.1.08.01-2
704 S. 10th Street P.O. Box 610 Blue Springs, Missouri 64013-0610 U.S.A. (816) 229-3405 (816) 229-0314 www.fike.com
R
R
180 Nozzle
360 Nozzle
R
Dimension
180 Degree
45 - 8 (13.92)
360 Degree
29 - 8 (9.04)
NOZZLE SIZE
(NPT)
3/8"
1/2"
3/4"
1"
1 1/4"
1 1/2"
2"
(mm)
(10)
(15)
(20)
(25)
(32)
(40)
(50)
Ceiling Height
Range
1.0 to 16.0
(0.3 to 4.9)
1.0 to 16.0
(0.3 to 4.9)
180O NOZZLE
360O NOZZLE
PART NUMBER
80-060
80-061
80-062
80-063
80-064
80-065
80-066
PART NUMBER
80-052
80-053
80-054
80-055
80-056
80-057
80-058
NOTES:
a. The maximum allowable area of coverage includes any area within the radius distance from the nozzle ("R" dimension) to the most extreme wall or
corner.
b. Nozzles should be located on center line of hazard area.
c. When working with ceiling heights exceeding the values tabulated above, the hazard volume must be broken down into vertically stacked hazard
volumes, with heights less than the maximums shown in the table.
It is imperative that unusual applications of this nature be handled by experienced design engineers and, in most cases, operational tests should be
performed before the system is put into service.
d. Dimensions and nozzle data shown are taken from the UL listed and FM approved Design, Installation & Maintenance Manual P/N 06-202 or 06-215.
e. 180 and 360 degree nozzles may be placed a maximum of 1 foot (30.5cm) down from the ceiling, and 180 degree nozzles may be placed a
maximum of 1 foot (30.5cm) from the wall.
f. Nozzle threading is NPT.
APPLICATION
Instructional signs must be supplied in order to provide a system in which the
function of all devices is easy to understand. Fike offers several different standard
signs that comply with NFPA and other industry requirements. All signs are
durable plastic and backed with a strong adhesive for easy installation. Signs are
typically installed at all entrances (CAUTION - Room Protected By HFC-227ea)
and near any device for which the extra explanation is helpful. Custom signs are
available upon special request.
System Release Sign/Manual Release Station 02-10137
The purpose of the System "Release" Sign is to identify the manual release station
as the place where the HFC-227ea System can be manually discharged. It also
minimizes the possibility of the manual station being mistaken for a fire alarm
device. The sign is 4" x 2.25" x 1/16" (102 x 57 x 1.6mm) and is constructed of
red plastic with white lettering. The System "Release" Sign should normally be
located under each HFC-227ea manual release station for quick positive
identification.
HFC-227ea
EXTINGUISHING
SYSTEM RELEASE
HFC-227ea EXTINGUISHING
SYSTEM DISCHARGE ALARM
IF ACTIVE
DO NOT ENTER AREA
HFC-227ea EXTINGUISHING
SYSTEM ALARM
IF ACTIVE
EXIT AREA IMMEDIATELY
HFC-227ea
EXTINGUISHING
SYSTEM ABORT
PUSH AND HOLD
APPLICATION (Cont.)
System "Main/Reserve" Sign 02-10107
The purpose of Main/Reserve Sign is to identify the presence of the HFC-227ea
Main/Reserve Switch Station. The sign is 4 x 2.25 x 1/16" (102 x 57 x 1.6mm)
and is constructed of red plastic with white lettering. The Main/Reserve Sign
should be located under the Main/Reserve Switch for positive identification. A
Main/Reserve Switch is used with systems that incorporate main and reserve (back
up) HFC-227ea Agent storage.
HFC-227ea
EXTINGUISHING
SYSTEM
MAIN / RESERVE
HFC-227ea
RELEASE
PENDING WHEN
DEVICE IS ACTIVE
EXIT AREA
DESCRIPTION
The Gas Cartridge Actuator (GCA), Fike P/N 70-1651, provides the necessary
pressure to fully open all Fike's Clean Agent containers utilizing a Fike fast acting
rupture disc assembly. The GCA consists of a stainless steel body containing two
sets of bridge wires and a charge of smokeless powder. Operation of the GCA
occurs when an electric current is sent through the bridge wires causing the
smokeless powder to ignite. This generates the necessary pressure to open the
rupture disc and discharge the agent in the Clean Agent container.
The GCA is not an explosive device and cannot be used as a detonator.
Operating time for the GCA is 10 milliseconds. Operating temperature range for
the GCA is +32o to +130oF. (0o to +54.4oC) for HFC-227ea systems. For
ECARO-25 systems, the maximum operating temperature is 120oF (49oC).
The GCA is designed to operate in all Fike Clean Agent system containers with
1" and 2 1/2" valves and also containers with 3" valves with single disc packs.
This device is designed to operate by two methods of actuation:
1. Electrical input from a Fike Control Unit or Interface Firing Module (IFM)
and through an Agent Release Module (ARM).
2. Input from an (optional) independent Fike Manual Actuator.
Installation
The GCA has two sets of threads; the 3/8-24 UNF-20 thread is used to install
the GCA in either 1 or 2 1/2" (25 or 65mm) valved containers and the 7/16-20
UNF-24 thread is used to install the GCA in the 3" (80mm) valved containers,
without modification to the valve assemblies.
It should be noted that for retrofit systems, the junction box for the ARM/GCA
may need to be longer and/or larger than was required for the ARM/detonator
device.
Shelf Life
The GCA is a sealed device utilizing a glass seal and epoxy plug on the wire end
and a mylar seal on the discharge end. This extends the actuator's continuous
service and shelf life to 10 years before it requires replacement.
Shipping Classification
The GCA will not detonate any explosive materials or products. It has a U.S.
Department of Transportation classification of:
- Class: 1.4
- Compatibility Group: "S"
- Shipping Number: UN0323
This classification allows this device to be shipped on any type of carrier
(excluding ocean containers) such as commercial airlines, as well as all forms of
land carriers without special handling permits and/or licensing.
APPROVALS
UL Listed - Ex 4623
FM Approved:
HFC-227EA: 0Y4A8.AF
ECARO-25TM: 3014476
3.5" (89mm)
.75" Hex
Epoxy Plug
#22 AWG Solid Copper
PVC Insulated Wires
SST Body
Fike
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GRN
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RED
BLUE
ARM
GCA
FE-227
6160FR
Revised 22-SEP-2000
Printed 30-MAR-2001
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431-89-0
CF3 CHF CF3
170.04
Propane, 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoro-
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information
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Medical Emergency
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Components
Material
1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoropropane
CAS Number
431-89-0
%
99+
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
Symptoms similar to oxygen deprivation (headache, nausea,
dizziness or loss of consciousness) may result from
overexposure by inhalation. Gross overexposure by
inhalation may cause irregular pulse, heart palpitations
and potentially fatal cardiac sensitization. Cold, white or
discolored skin or in severe cases blistering, can be a sign
of frostbite caused by cold liquids or gases.
Eyes: Direct eye contact with the liquid or cold gas can
cause chilling or possibly frostbite of exposed tissues.
Skin: Direct skin contact with the liquid or cold gas can
cause chilling or possibly frostbite of exposed tissues.
Ingestion:
use.
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-15.6 C (3.9 F)
-133 C (-207 F)
66.69 psia @ 25 C (77 F) (460.06 kPa)
1.386 g/cm3 @ 25 C (77 F) (86.53 lb/ft3)
101.6 C (214.9 F)
424.7 psia (2930 kPa)
Slight Ethereal
Liquified Gas
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Animal Data
Groups of six rats were exposed for four hours to 25,000 or
53,000 ppm of FC-227ea. No deaths occurred. Signs of
toxicity during exposure included irregular breathing,
slight lacrimation and red ears. No toxic signs were seen
post exposure.
Animal studies have found the rat four hour LC50 to be
>788,696 ppm (80%), the highest level tested. A cardiac
sensitization study in dogs found the No Observable Adverse
Effect Level (NOAEL) to be 9.0%. The Lowest Observable
Adverse Effect Level (LOAEL) for this study was reported to
be 10.5%. A 90 day inhalation study did not find any
exposure related effects at 105,000 ppm (10.5% vol./vol.),
the highest level tested.
Tests have shown that this material does not cause genetic
damage in bacterial and mammalian cell cultures. When
evaluated by an in-vivo mouse micronucleus assay, no
increase in micronuclei was observed.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations. Incinerate material in accordance with Federal,
State/Provincial and Local requirements.
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Shipping Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name
Hazard Class
I.D. No. (UN/NA)
DOT Label(s)
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Heptafluoropropane
2.2
UN 3296
Nonflammable Gas
REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status
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Yes
No
No
No
No
OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA, NPCA-HMIS
NFPA Rating
Health
Flammability
Reactivity
: 1
: 0
: 1
NPCA-HMIS Rating
Health
Flammability
Reactivity
: 1
: 0
: 0
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