06 GLOBE EC HSWMAR 2019 GFS-225 (Formerly A-46)
EXTENDED COVERAGE LIGHT HAZARDAUTOMATIC SPRINKLERSGL SERIES HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
SERIES GL-ECLH/SW
SERIES GL-ECLH/SW
EXTENDED COVERAGE
HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL
SPRINKLER TEMPERATURE RATING/CLASSIFICATION and COLOR CODING
TECHNICAL DATA
• See reverse side for Approvals and Specifications.
• Temperature Ratings -
135°F (57°C), 155°F (68°C), 175°F (79°C), 200° (93°C)
• Water Working Pressure Rating - 175 psi (12 Bars)
• Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34 Bars)
• Maximum low temperature glass bulb rating is -67°F (-55°C)
• Frame - bronze • Deflector - brass • Screw - brass
• Bulb seat - copper • Spring - nickel alloy • Seal - teflon
• Bulb - glass with alcohol based solution, 3mm size
• Escutcheon Assembly - steel
EXTENDED COVERAGE
RECESSED
HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL
The Globe GL8128, GL8129 and GL8174 Ex-
tended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers
are a low profile yet durable design which utilizes a
3mm frangible glass ampule as the thermosensitive
element. While the sprinkler provides an aesthetically
pleasing appearance, it serves to protect various area
coverages and should be installed in accordance with
NFPA 13. This sprinkler series is available in various
temperature ratings and several finishes to meet many
varying design requirements.
The heart of Globe's Series GL-ECLH sprinkler proven
actuating assembly is a hermetically sealed frangi-
ble glass ampule that contains a precisely measured
amount of fluid. When heat is absorbed, the liquid with-
in the bulb expands increasing the internal pressure. At
the prescribed temperature the internal pressure within
the ampule exceeds the strength of the glass causing
the glass to shatter. This results in water discharge
which is distributed in an approved pattern.
CLASSIFICATION AVAILVABLE SPRINKLER
TEMPERATURES BULB COLOR N.F.P.A. MAXIMUM CEILING
TEMPERATURE
ORDINARY
INTERMEDIATE
135°F/155°F
175°F/200°F
57°C/68°C
79°C/93°C
ORANGE/RED
YELLOW/GREEN
100°F
150°F
38°C
66°C
EXTENDED COVERAGE LIGHT HAZ-ARD AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS GL SERIES HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL EXTENDED COVERAGE LIGHT HAZ-ARD AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS GL SERIES HORIZONTAL SIDEWALLGFS-225 (Formerly A-46)GFS-225 (Formerly A-46)
MAR 2019 GFS-225 (Formerly A-46)
EXTENDED COVERAGE LIGHT HAZ-ARD AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS GL SERIES HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL
PRINTED U.S.A.
4077 AIRPARK DRIVE, STANDISH, MICHIGAN 48658
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www.globesprinkler.com
989-846-4583
1-800-248-0278
GLOBE® PRODUCT WARRANTY
Globe agrees to repair or replace any of its own manufactured
products found to be defective in material or workmanship for a
period of one year from date of shipment.
For specific details of our warranty please refer to Price List
Terms and Conditions of Sale (Our Price List).
ORDERING INFORMATION
• Quantity • SIN • Style • Orifice
• Thread Size • Temperature • Finishes desired
• Quantity - Wrenches - P/N 312366
• Quantity - Recessed Wrenches - P/N 325401
• Quantity - Protective Caps - P/N 327109-CAP
(Friction Fit Recessed)
SPECIFY
EXTENDED COVERAGE LIGHT HAZARD AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS GL SERIES HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL
WALL
CEILING
4" to 6" (GL8128)
6" to 12" (GL8129)
12" to 18" (GL8174)CUP
RETAINER
1" x 3/4" REDUCER
1" MIN.
1 3/4" MAX.
1/8"
1/8" MIN.
7/8" MAX.
2 15/16" DIA.
2" DIA. MIN.
HOLE IN WALL
1 29/32" DIA.
4" to 6" (GL8128)
6" to 12" (GL8129)
12" to 18" (GL8174)
CEILING
WALL
CUP
RETAINER
1" x 3/4" REDUCER
2 15/16" DIA.
2" DIA. MIN.
HOLE IN WALL
1 29/32" DIA.
1" MIN.
1 1/2" MAX.
1/8"
1/8" MIN.
5/8" MAX.
CROSS SECTIONS
3/4” ADJUSTMENT 1/2” ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: METRIC CONVERSIONS ARE APPROXIMATE.
1FINISHES AVAILABLE ON SPECIAL ORDER. 2AVAILABLE AS cULus LISTED AS CORROSION RESISTANT WHEN SPECIFIED ON ORDER.
SPECIFICATIONS AND APPROVALS
SIN STYLE NOMINAL
“K” FACTOR
THREAD
SIZE LENGTH FINISHES cULus NYC-DOB MEA
101-92-E
GL8128
GL8129
GL8174
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
8.0
(115 metric)
3/4”NPT
(20mm)
3”
(7.6cm)
Factory Bronze
Chrome
White Polyester2
Black Polyester1,2
X X
cULus LISTING DESIGN - USE REQUIREMENTS FOR LIGHT HAZARDS ONLY
SIN STYLE
TEMPERATURES MAX. AREA OF
COVERAGE
WIDTH X LENGTH
Feet (Meters)
MIN.
PRESSURE
P.S.I. (bars)
MIN.
FLOW
G.P.M.
(L/min.)
DEFLECTOR
TO CEILING
DISTANCE
Inches (mm)
MIN. DISTANCE
BETWEEN
SPRINKLERS
Feet (Meters)
135°F
(57°C)
155°F
(68°C)
175°F
(79°C)
200°F
(93°C)
GL8128
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
&
RECESSED
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
QR QR QR QR 16 (4.9) x 16 (4.9)10.6 (.73)26 (98)
4 (101.6)
to
6 (152.4)
8 (2.4)
16 (4.9) x 18 (5.5)13.1 (.90)29 (110)
QR SR ---SR 16 (4.9) x 20 (6.1)17.0 (1.17)33 (125)
QR*SR ------16 (4.9) x 22 (6.7)21.4 (1.48)37 (140)
QR*SR ------16 (4.9) x 24 (7.3)27.6 (1.90)42 (159)
GL8129
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
&
RECESSED
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
QR QR QR ---16 (4.9) x 16 (4.9)10.6 (.73)26 (98)
6 (152.4)
to
12 (304.8)
QR QR QR ---16 (4.9) x 18 (5.5)13.1 (.90)29 (110)
QR SR ---SR 16 (4.9) x 20 (6.1)17.0 (1.17)33 (125)
QR*SR ------16 (4.9) x 22 (6.7)21.4 (1.48)37 (140)
QR*SR ------16 (4.9) x 24 (7.3)27.6 (1.90)42 (159)
GL8174
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
&
RECESSED
HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL
SR ---------
16 (4.9) x 16 (4.9)12.3 (.85)28 (106)
12 (304.8)
to
18 (457.2)
16 (4.9) x 18 (5.5)15.0 (1.03)31 (117)
16 (4.9) x 20 (6.1)19.1 (1.32)35 (132)
16 (4.9) x 22 (6.7)21.4 (1.48)37 (140)
NOTE: METRIC CONVERSIONS ARE APPROXIMATE
SPRINKLERS SHALL BE LIMITED AS PER THE REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA13 AND ANY OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS.
FOR COVERAGE AREA DIMENSIONS LESS THAN OR BETWEEN THOSE INDICATED, USE THE MINIMUM FLOW FOR THE NEXT HIGHEST COVERAGE
AREA FOR WHICH HYDRAULIC DESIGN CRITERIA ARE STATED.
LISTED FOR USE WITH 1/2” ADJUSTABLE RECESSED CUP. *