Sprinkler in Tile

Command:  NSIT

Video: www.nsvsoft.net/videos/sprinklerintile

Description: Assists in locating the sprinkler in the center of the tiles.

How To Apply:

After running the app, the following window will appear:

 

• Unit Selection: Choose between Imperial or Metric units.
• Sprinkler Type: Choose the appropriate sprinkler type using the radio button options.
• Sprinkler Coverage:
  • For Standard Spray Sprinklers, CMSA & ESFR select both spacing and coverage from the dropdown menu.
  • For Residential and Extended Coverage sprinklers, select the required spacing.
• More options: Enter the following data in the provided text boxes:
  • Check the box to merge the hatch of sprinkler coverage
  • Edition of the standard
  • Maximum permitted shadow area
  • Set the scale size of the sprinkler symbol

Once you’ve completed the sprinkler data entry form, click “Insert Sprinkler”. The form will close, and you can proceed with sprinkler placement in the AutoCAD environment.

Defining the Room and Ceiling tile hatch:

• Existing Rooms: If the room has already been defined using the “Define Layout” app, simply select the polyline of the walls.
• New Rooms:
  • Rectangular Rooms: Draw a rectangle to define the room’s perimeter.
  • Irregular Rooms: Use the “P” key to draw a polyline for irregular room shapes.

After defining the room, select the ceiling tile hatch. The software locates the sprinkler at the center of the tiles.

Note: Where the standard spray sprinkler with a spacing of 15 ft and Coverage of 225 or 200 ft² are selected in the form, the software will automatically check for the small room rule. If this rule is applicable, a notification will appear, allowing you to apply or ignore it. When you click on the apply button, the sprinkler’s coverage extends 1.5 ft (400 mm) from one side. You can turn the sprinkler to the left or right by pressing the “L” and “R” keys.

Additional Tips:

• To allow the sprinkler to move freely, press and hold down the Ctrl key.

Notes:

The current version of the Sprinkler Layout app is optimized for rooms with 0% slope ceilings.