Viking - 23031AE - Residential Flat Plate Concealed HSW Sprinkler (K4.0)

The Viking Freedom® Residential Concealed Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler VK480 is engineered for optimal fire safety in residential settings, featuring a concealed design to maintain a sleek, smooth wall appearance. Built with a high-sensitivity solder link and lever mechanism, the VK480 is designed to operate effectively within concealed pipe systems, offering significant aesthetic benefits due to its flush-mounted cover plate.

Key Features

• Concealed installation with a small-diameter cover plate available in various finishes to match interior designs.
• K-Factor of 4.0 ensures efficient water usage, supporting a hydraulically designed fire protection system.
• Special Electroless Nickel PTFE (ENT) coating enhances corrosion resistance, suitable for use in corrosive environments.
• Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar) ensuring robust performance under high pressure.
• Thread size of 1/2” NPT, with a maximum working pressure of 175 psi (12 bar).
• Adjustable cover plate assembly allows for ease of installation and testing, with up to a 1/4” (6.4 mm) horizontal adjustment.

Technical Specifications

• Materials: QM Brass, Nickel alloy, Stainless Steel, and Phosphor Bronze components.
• Listings and Approvals: UL Listed (C-UL-US-EU), LPCB Approved, ensuring compliance with key industry standards.
• Patent Numbers: 7,712,218 and 8,960,319 cover the innovative design elements of this sprinkler model.

Ideal Use Cases

The VK480 sprinkler is ideally suited for residential installations that demand both high performance and discreet presentation. It provides excellent coverage and fire suppression capabilities while maintaining the decorative integrity of the wall surfaces within homes and residential buildings. Suitable for installation in both North American and European markets, it is a versatile solution for safeguarding indoor environments with varying decorative and functional preferences.