The VK562 is a K8.0 Standard Response Upright Fusible Link Intermediate Level In-Rack Sprinkler with a 3/4" NPT thread size and large orifice size. Intermediate level in-rack sprinklers are pre-assembled with the water shields factory installed. They are available with or without sprinkler guards. Viking Water Shields protect sprinkler heat-sensing elements from water spray discharging from sprinklers located at a higher elevation.