BERMAD Fire Protection

400 Series

Electric
Pressure Control,
On-Off Deluge Valve
Model: FP 400E-3DC

Typical Applications

Features and Benefits

Fluctuating or over pressure

Water/foam fire systems

Deluge & spray systems

Pressure control function

Constant preset downstream pressure
Remote reset Shut-off on remote command
One-piece molded elastomeric moving part
No maintenance required
Simple design Cost effective
Obstacle-free full bore Uncompromising reliability
Factory pre-assembled trim Out-of-box quality
In-line serviceable Minimal down time

Optional Features
Petrochemical facilities

Flammable materials storage

Marine environments

Gas storage tanks

Remote monitor

Alarm pressure-switch (code: P or P7)

Explosion-proof for hazardous locations (code: 7/8/9)
Fail-safe open (energized to close main valve)
Seawater service (add FS as prefix to model)
Valve Position Single/Double Limit Switches

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400 Series

Model: FP 400E-3DC

Operation
The BERMAD Model FP 400E-3DC is suitable for systems that include electric fire detection and a piping system with
a wide variety of open nozzles. Combining a pressure control feature, the FP 400E-3DC is recommended for systems
with high pressure supply source and/or relatively low flow.
In the SET position, the line-pressure supplied to both the main valves control chamber [1] and a 2-way Hydraulic
Relay Valve (HRV-2) [2] via the priming line [3] and through a Check Valve [4], an Accelerator [5] with priming
restriction, and a Solenoid [6], is trapped by the Check Valve, by the closed HRV, and by a closed Manual Emergency
Release [7]. The trapped pressure holds the main valves diaphragm and plug against the valve seat [8], sealing it drip
tight and keeping the system piping dry. The HRV is held closed by the line-pressure, supplied through the Solenoid.
Under FIRE condition, an electric signal triggers the Solenoid to open the HRV. Pressure is then released from the main
valve control chamber to the downstream, through the open HRV and the Pressure Reducing (PR) Pilot valve [9],
allowing the main valve to open, and water to flow into the system piping and to the alarm device. Should system
pressure rise above PR pilot setting, the PR pilot throttles, thereby enabling pressure to accumulate in the valves
control chamber. This causes the FP 400E-3DC to throttle closed, decreasing system pressure to PR pilot setting. The
Manual Emergency Release [7], overrides the PR pilot, causing the valve to open fully.
[6]

[4]

[5]

[2]
[7]

[3]

[1]
[9]
[8]

Valve Closed (set position)

Valve Open (operating condition)

Engineer Specifications

The On-Off deluge valve shall be a UL-Listed, solenoid remote controlled elastomeric type globe valve with a
rolling-diaphragm.
The valve shall have an unobstructed flow path, with no stem guide or supporting ribs.
Valve actuation shall be accomplished by a fully peripherally supported, one-piece balanced rolling-diaphragm,
vulcanized with a rugged radial seal disk. The diaphragm assembly shall be the only moving part.
The valve shall have a removable cover for quick in-line service enabling all necessary inspection and servicing.
The control trim materials shall consist of St.St. 316 tubing and fittings, and plated brass accessories, including
Accelerator, 3-way Solenoid, HRV hydraulic actuated pilot valve, 2-Way Pressure Reducing Pilot, Y strainer and
Manual Emergency Release.
The control trim shall be supplied as an assembly, pre-assembled and hydraulically tested at an ISO 9000 and 9001
certified factory.
The Pressure Control and Solenoid Remote Controlled, On-Off Deluge Valve shall open and close in response to
activation of the solenoid, reducing higher upstream pressure to preset lower downstream pressure.

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400 Series

Model: FP 400E-3DC

System Components
1 - Main Valve, BERMAD FP 400E Series
2B - Accelerator with Priming Restriction
2R - Pressure Reducing Pilot
4B - Priming Strainer
7B - Check Valve
15B - Manual Emergency Release
18B - Priming Ball Valve
19B - Drip Check
24B - 3-Way Solenoid
26B - Hydraulic Relay Valve (HRV)
Optional
S - Valve Position Limit Switch / Switches

24B
26B
7B

2B

2R

4B

15B

18B

Hydraulic
Electric

UL Listed
The BERMAD Model FP 400E-3DC is UL-Listed.
The installation shall include Indicating and Drain Components.

Atmosphere

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400 Series

Model: FP 400E-3DC
Th

Technical Data
L1
L4

Tb
Ts

L1 (1)

1, 2
mm inch
205 8 1/16

2
mm inch
205 8 1/16

mm
257

inch
10 1/8

mm
320

inch
12 5/8

mm
415

inch
16 5/16

mm
500

inch
19 11/16

10
mm inch
605 23 13/16

12
mm inch
725 28 9/16

L4 (2)

205

8 1/16

N/A

N/A

250

9 13/16

320

12 5/8

415

16 5/16

500

19 11/16

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Tw

228

220

11

8 /16

243

9 /16

253

10

312

12 /16

326

12 /16

346

13 /8

391

15 3/8

Ts

228

220

8 11/16

243

9 9/16

253

10

318

12 1/2

326

12 13/16

326

12 13/16

391

15 3/8

Th

226

8 /8

242

262

10 /16

261

10 /16

356

14

407

16

407

16

546

21 1/2

Tb

278

10 1/16

289

11 3/8

300

11 13/16

337

13 1/4

378

14 7/8

405

15 15/16

413

16 1/4

473

18 5/8

00
12

0
90
0

80

0
70
0

50

30

20

15

70

m3/h

13

Valve Outlet Pressure Fall-off Characteristics

On Inlet Under Set Pressure
50

Set
Va lue

30

Set Va lue

-2.0

-0.0
-0.3

-4.0
-6.0

-0.4

-0.7

-10.0
-12.0

11/2, 2

21/2

10

bar

-8.0

12
-1.0

-14.0
-16.0

-1.2

-18.0

00
50

00
40

00
30

00
20

00
12

80

0
60

-1.4

30

gpm

-20.0

20

* Pressure rating might be limited due to solenoid valve rating

psi

Connection Standard
Flanged: ANSI B16.42 (Ductile Iron),
B16.5 (Steel & Stainless Steel),
B16.24 (Bronze) or ISO PN16
Grooved: ANSI/AWWA C606 for 2, 3, 4, 6 & 8
Water Temperature
0.5 50C (33 122F)
Available Sizes
1, 2, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12"
UL-Listed for sizes 1, 2, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 & 10
Pressure Rating*
Max. inlet: 250 psi (17 bar)
Set: 30-165 psi (4.5-11.5 bar)

20

Notes:
1. L1 is for flanged ANSI #150 and ISO PN16.
2. L4 is for grooved end connections (Ductile Iron Only).
3. Provide adequate space around valve for maintenance.
4. Data is for envelope dimensions, specific component
positioning may vary.

90
12
0

Dimensions

Size

Tw

Manufacturers Standard Materials

Optional Materials

Solenoid Pilot Valves

Main valve body and cover

Ductile Iron ASTM A-536
Main valve internals
Stainless Steel 304 & Cast Iron
Control Trim System
Brass control components/accessories
Forged Brass pressure reducing pilot

with St. St. 304 internals & NBR
elastomers
Stainless Steel 316 tubing & fittings
Elastomers
Nylon fabric reinforced polyisoprene NR
Coating
Electrostatic Powder Coating Polyester,
Red (RAL 3002)

Main valve body

Carbon Steel ASTM A-216 WCB
Stainless Steel 316
Ni-Al-Bronze ASTM B-148
Control Trim
Stainless Steel 316
Monel and Ni-Al-Bronze
Hastalloy C-276
Elastomers
NBR
EPDM
Coating
High Build Epoxy Fusion-Bonded
with UV Protection, Anti-Corrosion

Standard
3-Way direct actuated type
Brass body
Main valve closed when de-energized
Enclosure: General purpose watertight,
NEMA 4 and 4X / IP65, Class F
Power: 24VDC, 8 watts
UL - Listed
Options (see also ordering guide)
Hazardous locations:
Class l Division 1, Gr. A, B, C, D, T4 (code 7)
Class l Division 2, Gr. A, B, C, D, T4
ATEX, EEx d llC T5 (code 9)
Voltage: see ordering guide (voltage option table)
Stainless steel 316 body material (code K)

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