According to nfpa 13 25 and 101 code concealed sprinkler heads in ceilings must have the proper fitting cover plate assembly.
Drop ceiling sprinkler head covers.
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The cover plates of these units are normally coloured white.
A cover plate is a decorative piece of metal connected to a copper frame by temperature responsive solder that covers a concealed sprinkler in a ceiling.
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A cover plate simply screws into the concealed fire sprinkler to provide aesthetic benefits and protect the sprinkler from dirt dust and debris similar to escutcheons learn the difference.
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When the solder melts the cover plate falls off allowing the sprinkler head deflector to drop below the ceiling height and distribute the water after the sprinkler activates.