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FREEDOM® RESIDENTIAL
TECHNICAL DATA UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
VK467 (K4.9)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com
1. DESCRIPTION
Viking Freedom® Residential Upright Sprinkler VK467 is a small, thermosensitive, glass-
bulb residential sprinkler available in several different finishes and temperature ratings to
meet varying design requirements. The Electroless Nickel PTFE (ENT) coating has been
investigated for installation in corrosive atmospheres and is C-UL-US-EU Listed as corro-
sion resistant as indicated in the Approval Chart. The orifice design, with a K-Factor of 4.9
(70.6 metric†), allows efficient use of available water supplies for the hydraulically designed
fire-protection system. The glass bulb operating element and special deflector characteris-
tics meet the challenges of residential sprinkler standards.

2. LISTINGS AND APPROVALS

UL Listed (C-UL-US-EU): Category VKKW
NYC Approved: MEA 89-92-E, Volume 35
UL Classified to: NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Drinking Water System Components
(MH48034). Refer to the Approval Chart Design Criteria for C-UL-US-EU Listing requirements that must be followed.

3. TECHNICAL DATA
Specifications:
Available since 2014.
Minimum Operating Pressure: Refer to the Approval Chart.
Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi (12 bar). Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar).
Thread size: 1/2” (15 mm) NPT
Nominal K-Factor: 4.9 U.S. (70.6 metric†)
†Metric K-factor measurement shown is in Bar. When pressure is measured in kPa, divide the metric K-factor shown by 10.0.
Glass-bulb fluid temperature rated to -65 °F (-55 °C)
Overall Length: 2-1/4” (58 mm)
Material Standards:
Viking Technical Data may be found on
Frame Casting: Brass UNS-C84400 or QM Brass
Deflector: Brass UNS-C23000 or Bronze UNS-C22000 The Viking Corporation’s Web site at
Bulb: Glass, nominal 3 mm diameter http://www.vikinggroupinc.com.
Belleville Spring Sealing Assembly: Nickel Alloy, coated on both sides with The Web site may include a more recent
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Tape edition of this Technical Data Page.
Pip Cap and Insert Assembly: Copper UNS-C11000 and Stainless Steel
UNS-S30400
Compression Screw: Brass UNS-C36000
For ENT coated sprinklers: Belleville spring - Exposed, Screw and Pipcap
- ENT plated.
Ordering Information: (Also refer to the current Viking price list.)
Sprinkler: Base Part No. 19154
Order Sprinkler VK467 by first adding the appropriate suffix for the sprinkler finish and then the appropriate suffix for the tempera-
ture rating to the sprinkler base part number.
Finish Suffix: Brass = A, Chrome = F, White Polyester = M-/W, Black Polyester = M-/B, and ENT = JN
Temperature Suffix: 155 °F (68 °C) = B, 175 °F (79 °C) = D
For example, sprinkler VK467 with a Brass finish and a 155 °F (68 °C) temperature rating = Part No. 19154AB.
Available Finishes And Temperature Ratings:
Refer to Table 1.
Accessories: (Also refer to the “Sprinkler Accessories” section of the Viking data book.)
Sprinkler Wrenches:
A. Standard Wrench: Part No. 10896W/B (available since 2000)
Sprinkler Cabinets:
A. Six-head capacity: Part No. 01724A (available since 1971)

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FREEDOM® RESIDENTIAL
TECHNICAL DATA UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
VK467 (K4.9)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com
B. Twelve-head capacity: Part No. 01725A (available since 1971)
4. INSTALLATION
Refer to appropriate NFPA Installation Standards.
5. OPERATION
During fire conditions, the heat-sensitive liquid in the glass bulb expands, causing the glass to shatter, releasing the pip cap and
sealing spring assembly. Water flowing through the sprinkler orifice strikes the sprinkler deflector, forming a uniform spray pattern
to extinguish or control the fire.
6. INSPECTIONS, TESTS AND MAINTENANCE
Refer to NFPA 25 for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance requirements.
7. AVAILABILITY
The Viking Model VK467 Sprinkler is available through a network of domestic and international distributors. See The Viking
Corporation web site for the closest distributor or contact The Viking Corporation.
8. GUARANTEE
For details of warranty, refer to Viking’s current list price schedule or contact Viking directly.

TABLE 1: AVAILABLE SPRINKLER TEMPERATURE RATINGS AND FINISHES

Sprinkler Temperature Sprinkler Nominal Maximum Ambient

Bulb Color
Classification Temperature Rating1 Ceiling Temperature2
Ordinary 155 °F (68 °C) 100 °F (38 °C) Red
Intermediate 175 °F (79 °C) 150 °F (65 °C) Yellow
Sprinkler Finishes: Brass, Chrome, White Polyester, Black Polyester, and ENT
Corrosion Resistant Coatings3: ENT
Footnotes
1
The sprinkler temperature rating is stamped on the deflector.
2
Based on NFPA-13. Other limits may apply, depending on fire loading, sprinkler location, and other requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
Refer to specific installation standards.
3
The corrosion resistant coatings have passed the standard corrosion test required by the approving agencies indicated in the Approval Chart. These
tests cannot and do not represent all possible corrosive environments. Prior to installation, verify through the end-user that the coatings are compat-
ible with or suitable for the proposed environment. For ENT coated sprinklers, the waterway is coated. Note that the spring is exposed on sprinklers
with ENT coating.

Protective Sprinkler Clip

Wrench Flat

Figure 1: Standard Sprinkler Wrench 10896W/B

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FREEDOM® RESIDENTIAL
TECHNICAL DATA UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
VK467 (K4.9)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com

Approval Chart
Viking VK467, 4.9 K-Factor Residential Upright Sprinkler
For systems designed to NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R. For systems designed to NFPA 13, refer to the design criteria. For Ceiling types refer
to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D 2013 Editions

Sprinkler Base NPT Thread Size Nominal K-Factor Maximum Water Overall Length
SIN
Part Number1 Inches mm U.S. metric 2 Working Pressure Inches mm
19154 VK467 1/2 15 4.9 70.6 175 psi (12 bar) 2-1/4 58
Ordinary Temp Intermediate Temp
Max. Coverage Listings and Approvals3 Minimum
Rating (155 °F/68 °C) Rating (175 °F/79 °C)
Area4 Deflector Installation Spacing
Flow4 Pressure4 Flow4 Pressure4
Ft.X Ft. to Ceiling Type 5 Ft.
GPM PSI GPM PSI NYC NSF8
(m X m) (m)
(L/min) (bar) (L/min) (bar)
12 X 12 14 8.16 14 8.16
(3.7 X 3.7) (53.0) (0.56) (53.0) (0.56)

14 X 14 14 8.16 14 8.16
3 - 5 inches
(4.3 X 4.3) (53.0) (0.56) (53.0) (0.56)

16 X 16 16 10.66 16 10.66
(4.9 X 4.9) (60.6) (0.73) (60.6) (0.73)

12 X 12 15 9.37 15 9.37
(3.7 X 3.7) (56.8) (0.65) (56.8) (0.65)
See
14 X 14 15 9.37 15 9.37 See See 9
5 - 10 Foot-
Upright Foot- Foot-
(4.3 X 4.3) (56.8) (0.65) (56.8) (0.65) inches note 7 (2.74)
note 6. note 7.
and 10.
16 X 16 18 13.49 18 13.49
(4.9 X 4.9) (68.1) (0.93) (68.1) (0.93)

12 X 12 15 9.37
-- --
(3.7 X 3.7) (56.8) (0.65)
1 to 3 inch-
14 X 14 15 9.37 es below
-- --
(4.3 X 4.3) (56.8) (0.65) 14 inch
beams
16 X 16 18 13.49
-- --
(4.9 X 4.9) (68.1) (0.93)

Footnotes
1
Part number shown is the base part number. For complete part number, refer to Viking’s current price schedule.
2
Metric K-factor measurement shown is when pressure is measured in Bar. When pressure is measured in kPa, divide the metric K-factor shown by
10.0.
3
This chart shows the listings and approvals available at the time of printing. Other approvals may be in process. Check with the manufacturer for
any additional approvals. Refer also to Design Criteria.
4
For areas of coverage smaller than shown, use the “Flow” and “Pressure” for the next larger area listed. Flows and pressures listed are per sprinkler.
The distance from sprinklers to walls shall not exceed one-half the sprinkler spacing indicated for the minimum “Flow” and “Pressure” used.
5
Listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc. for use in the U.S., Canada, and European Union.
6
Meets New York City requirements, effective July 1, 2008.
7
Approved Finishes are: Brass, Chrome, White Polyester, and Black Polyester9
8
UL Classified to: NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Drinking Water System Components (MH48034).
9
Other paint colors are available on request with the same C-UL-US-EU listings as the standard finish colors.
10
C-UL-US-EU listed as corrosion resistant - Electroless Nickel PTFE (ENT)

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FREEDOM® RESIDENTIAL
TECHNICAL DATA UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
VK467 (K4.9)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com

DESIGN CRITERIA
(Also refer to the Approval Chart.)

UL Listing Requirements (C-UL-US-EU):

When using Viking Residential Upright Sprinkler VK467 for systems designed to NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R, apply the listed areas of coverage and mini-
mum water supply requirements shown in the Approval Chart.
For systems designed to NFPA 13: The number of design sprinklers is to be the four contiguous most hydraulically demanding sprinklers. The mini-
mum required discharge from each of the four sprinklers is to be the greater of the following:
• The flow rates given in the Approval Chart for NFPA 13D and NFPA13R applications for each listed area of coverage, or
• Calculated based on a minimum discharge of 0.1 gpm/sq. ft. over the “design area” in accordance with sections 8.5.2.1 or 8.6.2.1 of NFPA 13.
• Minimum distance between residential sprinklers: 9 ft. (2.74 m).

BEAM CEILING GUIDELINES

C-UL-US-EU Listed for installation in residential occupancies with beam ceilings (with horizontal ceilings only).
Refer to the Approval Chart for sprinkler areas of coverage and hydraulic design.

Sprinkler Location: Locate sprinklers on the underside of the beams (not in the bays or pockets formed by the beams). Refer to Figure 2. The vertical
distance from the sprinkler deflector to the bottom of the primary beam must be between 1” and 3” (25 to 76 mm). The horizontal distance from the
centerline of the sprinkler to the primary beam cannot be more than 2” (51 mm) (Figure 2).
Beam Position: Directly attached to the underside of a combustible or non-combustible smooth ceiling of any height.
Beam Size and Shape (Cross section):
• Depth: Maximum 14” (356 mm) for primary beams. Secondary beam depth cannot be greater than the primary beam.
• Width: Unlimited.
• Beam Shape: Rectangular to circular.
Beam Types: Combustible or non-combustible, solid surface, solid or hollow core.
Beam Spacing:
A. For primary beams, the distance from the wall to the center of the nearest primary beam must be at least 3’-4” (1.0 m), and not more than one-half
the listed sprinkler spacing. Note: Sprinklers may not be required to be located in the first beam nearest the wall. Center-to-center distance between
primary beams is to be a maximum of 16 ft (4.9 m). Refer to Figure 3A.
B. When beam pockets created by the primary beams exceed 20 ft (6.1 m) in length, secondary beams are required as follows (also refer to Figure 3B):
1. Secondary beam depth must be equal to primary beam depth.
2. Secondary beams must be placed so that the bays formed by the primary beams do not exceed 20 ft (6.1 m) in length.
C. When primary beam spans do not exceed 20 ft (6.1 m), secondary beams (not required) may have any distance from wall to nearest secondary beam
and any distance center to center between secondary beams. Refer to Figure 3C.
Also:
When primary beam spans exceed 20ft (6.1m) an alternate protection scheme for the compartment would be to calculate all the sprinklers in the com-
partment. Refer to Figure 5.
• More stringent design requirement.
• Secondary beams or baffles would not be required for a compartment space design.
• The minimum required discharge from each sprinkler would utilize flow rates given in the Approval Chart for NFPA 13D and NFPA13R applica-
tions
Lintels: Must be present over doorways exiting the compartment. Lintel height must be at least 8” (203 mm), or at least the depth of the primary beams,
whichever is greater.
Beam and Soffit Arrangements: If a soffit is installed, beams may be arranged within the soffit. The cross section of the soffit may be any size, pro-
vided it does not create an obstruction to water distribution per the obstruction rules of NFPA 13 for residential sprinklers. Where there is a soffit, beam
spacing from the wall is to be measured from the face of the soffit rather than the wall. Refer to Figure 3D. NOTE: The sprinkler area of coverage is to
be measured from the wall.
Definitions:
• Primary beams: The main beams that run primarily in one direction.
• Secondary beams: The beams that run perpendicular to the main beams.
IMPORTANT: Always refer to Bulletin Form No. F_091699 - Care and Handling of Sprinklers. Also refer to pages RES1-17 for
general care, installation, and maintenance information. Viking sprinklers are to be installed in accordance with the latest
edition of Viking technical data, the appropriate standards of NFPA and any other similar Authorities Having Jurisdiction,
and also with the provisions of governmental codes, ordinances, and standards, whenever applicable. Final approval and
Form No. F_090413
acceptance Rev 14.1
of all residential sprinkler installations must be obtained from the Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
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FREEDOM® RESIDENTIAL
TECHNICAL DATA UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
VK467 (K4.9)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com

Figure 2: Sprinkler Positioning Under Primary Beams

Figure 3: Sprinkler Positioning Under Primary Beams

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FREEDOM® RESIDENTIAL
TECHNICAL DATA UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
VK467 (K4.9)
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com

All dimensions are measured to wall faces and to centerlines All dimensions are measured to wall faces and to centerlines
of beams. of beams.

A = Distance from wall to nearest primary beam: A = Distance from wall to nearest primary beam:
Minimum: 3 ft 4 in (1.0 m). Minimum: 3 ft 4 in (1.0 m).
Maximum: No more than 1/2 listed sprinkler spacing. Maximum: No more than 1/2 listed sprinkler spacing.
B = Spacing between primary beams: 16 ft (4.9 m) maximum B = Spacing between primary beams: 16 ft (4.9 m) maximum
C = Beam depth: 14” (356 mm) maximum C = Beam depth: 14” (356 mm) maximum
D = Beam span: 20 ft (6.1 m) maximum D = 20 ft (6.1 m) maximum for secondary beams that are to be
equal in depth fo primary beams and that are required so that
primary beam pockets do not exceed 20 ft (6.1 m).
Figure 4A: Primary Beam Spans up to 20 ft (6.1 m) Figure 4B: Primary Beam Spans over 20 ft (6.1 m)

EXAMPLE

All dimensions are measured to wall faces

and to centerlines of beams.
• Primary beam spans exceeding 20 ft (6.1 m)
• Secondary beams or baffles not required
• Calculate all sprinklers in compartment
(Above example 6 sprinklers)

Figure 5: Alternate Entire Compartment Protection Scheme Example

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