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Sprinkler heads used in computer rooms activate at what temperature?
Suggested Answer: A
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Sprinkler heads used in computer rooms activate at 57 C (135 F), which is the standard temperature rating for ordinary sprinklers. This is the temperature at which the heat-sensitive element of the sprinkler head, such as a glass bulb or a fusible link, breaks or melts, allowing water to flow from the sprinkler. Sprinkler heads are designed to activate only when exposed to a fire, not to ambient temperature fluctuations. Therefore, sprinkler heads should be installed at a sufficient distance from the heat sources, such as servers, racks, or ducts, to avoid accidental activation. Sprinkler heads should also be selected and installed in accordance with the relevant standards and codes, such as NFPA 13 and NFPA 75.
1: CDCP Preparation Guide, page 24, section 2.4.3 2: Sprinkler Systems in Data Centers3, page 1, section 1 4: Data Center Fire Protection5, page 1, section 2 6: Data Center Sprinkler System Design7, page 1, section 1
32 comments · newest first
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Bernadine
11 months ago
Nope, definitely 57 C. Anything lower wouldn't be effective.
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Jacquline
11 months ago
I thought it was lower, like 27 C (81 F).
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Paulina
11 months ago
Wait, are you sure? That seems high for a computer room.
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Elmer
11 months ago
Totally agree, 135 F is the standard!
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Arthur
12 months ago
It's usually 57 C (135 F) for those sprinkler heads.
KA
Kaycee
12 months ago
I’m really unsure about this one. I thought it was 27 C, but that seems too low for a computer room.
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Susy
12 months ago
I feel like we practiced a question similar to this, and I think the answer was 57 C.
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Chantell
1 year ago
I remember studying that they activate at a higher temperature, maybe 70 C? That seems too high though.
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Cristal
1 year ago
I think sprinkler heads in computer rooms usually activate around 57 C, but I’m not completely sure.
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Jonell
1 year ago
I feel pretty confident that the answer is A. Computer rooms need to maintain a higher temperature threshold to prevent the sprinklers from going off accidentally and potentially damaging the equipment. 57 C (135 F) seems like the right activation point for that environment.
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Rupert
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused on this one. Is it asking about the temperature that would trigger the sprinklers in a computer room specifically? Or just the general activation temperature for sprinklers? I want to make sure I understand the question correctly before answering.
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Pamella
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know computer rooms need to be kept cool, but I can't remember the exact temperature for the sprinklers. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Bonita
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is A - 57 C (135 F). Computer rooms need to have a higher activation temperature to prevent accidental sprinkler activation.
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Emerson
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through step-by-step. Computer rooms need to be kept at a specific temperature to prevent overheating of the equipment. The sprinklers would need to activate at a higher temperature than the normal room temperature to avoid false alarms. I'm going to go with option A.
LA
Layla
2 years ago
Haha, can you imagine the chaos if the sprinklers went off at 27 C (81 F)? The IT guys would be swimming in their desks. Good one, though!
FR
Francoise
2 years ago
B? 27 C (81 F)? Really? That's way too low. Unless we're talking about a computer room in the Antarctic, I don't think that's the right answer.
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Merlyn
2 years ago
B? 27 C (81 F)? Really? That's way too low. Unless we're talking about a computer room in the Antarctic, I don't think that's the right answer.
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Zana
2 years ago
C) 70 C (158 F)
SA
Sage
2 years ago
A) 57 C (135 F)
RE
Renay
2 years ago
Hmm, I'm gonna go with D. It just makes sense that the sprinklers would only activate on direct contact with a flame. I mean, who wants a sudden downpour in the middle of a coding session?
BA
Barrie
2 years ago
I'm going with A, 57 C sounds like a reasonable temperature for activation.
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Frederica
2 years ago
I'm not so sure, I think it might be C. Better safe than sorry!
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Selma
2 years ago
I think you might be right, D does seem like the most logical choice.
DA
Danilo
2 years ago
My money's on A. 57 C (135 F) sounds about right for a sensitive environment like a computer room. Wouldn't want to risk any water damage, am I right?
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Vivienne
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's D) Only on direct contact with a flame.
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Maryrose
2 years ago
I think it's C. 70 C (158 F) seems like the right activation temperature for computer room sprinklers. Gotta keep those servers cool, you know?
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Frederic
2 years ago
I think it's D. Sprinkler heads in computer rooms only activate on direct contact with a flame.
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Jaclyn
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think it might be A. 57 C (135 F) sounds like it could be the activation temperature.
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Dong
2 years ago
I agree, C does sound like the right temperature. Can't have those servers overheating.
KE
Kelvin
2 years ago
I think it's C. 70 C (158 F) seems like the right activation temperature for computer room sprinklers. Gotta keep those servers cool, you know?
DW
Dwight
2 years ago
I believe it's A) 57 C (135 F) because computer rooms need to be kept cool.
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Odette
2 years ago
I think it's C) 70 C (158 F)