Steel hose assembly FH-1A

Overview
The FH-1A flexible sprinkler hose is a drop assembly intended for use between the branchline and the sprinkler in wet sprinkler (wet-pipe) systems. Install in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA 13D and NFPA 13R. Regional availability: EMEA and APAC. UL Listed and FM Approved options are available (see TFP727 for details). Nominal assembly lengths are offered in multiple sizes.

Lightweight and Easy-to-install
The FH-1A reduces installation time and labour by eliminating cutting and threading of rigid pipe for drops, arm-overs or elbows. Each assembly ships with the components required for installation to simplify on-site work.

Features

• Regional availability: EMEA and APAC
• UL Listed and FM Approved options (refer to TFP727)
• Brackets for a variety of ceiling types
• Allows system test and charge with water before ceiling grid installation
• Bending capability up to 180°
• Installs quickly without large or expensive tools
• Nominal assembly lengths (mm): 700, 1000, 1200, 1500, 1800

Benefits

• Easy installation – Rapid installation without cutting and threading pipe reduces labour and onsite time.
• Wide applicability – Suitable for offices, schools, libraries, hospitals, shopping complexes and similar wet system environments.
• Cost and time savings – Eliminates need for custom pipe fabrication for drops and reduces associated costs.
• Accessible data – Instant access to historical installation or system data to support diagnostics and maintenance.

Technical Resources

• Datasheet: TFP726 Technical Data Sheet — Model FH-1A Flexible Hose (APAC market)
• Approval details reference: TFP727 (UL Listed and FM Approved options)

Technical specifications

• Model: FH-1A
• Application: Sprinkler drop assembly for wet-pipe sprinkler systems (between branchline and sprinkler)
• Standards: Install in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA 13D, NFPA 13R
• Regional availability: EMEA and APAC
• Approvals: UL Listed and FM Approved options (refer to TFP727)
• Nominal assembly lengths (mm): 700, 1000, 1200, 1500, 1800
• Bending capability: up to 180°
• Included components: stainless-steel flexible hose; branch line inlet nipple; straight sprinkler reducer; reducer bracket; support bar
• Installation notes: Test and charge the system with water before installing the ceiling grid; brackets available for various ceiling types; installs without large/expensive tools
• Typical applications: Offices, schools, libraries, hospitals, shopping complexes and similar wet-system environments