Fire Sealant 300.pdf - North West Sealants

C1/SfBMarch 2010Yt4FIRE SEALANT 300Intumescent & Acoustic SealantDescriptionFIRE SEALANT 300 is a five hour rated, onepart, emulsion acrylic based, intumescent sealantthat gives a firm yet flexible seal to joints in avariety of fire rated structures. Tested in accordancewith BS EN 1366-4:2006 as detailed inWarrington Fire Research Report No.181967(May 2009) The product, in suitably designedjoints will resist the passage of fire for up to 5hours. The selected fillers used in this formulationalso make it suitable for use as an acousticsealant.Benefits• Tested to BS EN 1366-4 : 2006• When exposed to heat, it swells greater than3 x it’s original size, so creating a char thatwill resist the passage of fire for up to 5hours.• No priming required for most constructionsubstrates.• Joint movement capability of +/- 10%.• For use in joints up to 50mm wide.• Halogen free.• Non slump - easy to apply and tool off.• Fast cure - tack free in 15 minutes.• Over paintable.• Excellent acoustic properties for sound deadening–average noise reduction of 38db(100-3150Hz).Available in380ml Cartridges and 600ml Foil Packs in thefollowing colours:StorageWhiteGreyStore in cool dry conditions between + 5°C and30°C.Recommended ForSealing joints, voids and irregular holes in firewalls, partitions and other structures; also formaintaining the integrity of pipes and cables thatpenetrate them.Shelf LifeUse within 12 months.For internal perimeter pointing of fire rated doorand window frames.Specification Compliances• Tested in accordance withBS EN 1366-4:2006 as detailed in WarringtonFire Research Report No. 181967 (May2009).• Acoustic rated to BS EN ISO 140/3:2005• Tested for Air permeability to EN13141-1Ventilation for buildings. Performance testingof components/products for residentialventilation.Everbuild Building Products Ltd, Site 41, Knowsthorpe Way, Cross Green Industrial Estate, Leeds, LS9 0SWTel: 0113 240 3456 // Fax: 0113 240 0024 // www.everbuild.co.uk

FIRE SEALANT 300Intumescent & Acoustic SealantHealth & SafetyJoint DimensionsJoint Width CalculationConsult MSDS for full list of hazards.Specific DataSlumpMax Joint WidthWorking TimeSkin Over TimeTack Free TimeJoint MovementCure RateFire Test TempCleaningLife ExpectancyNil in joints up to 50mm50mm10 Minutes10 Minutes15 Minutes+ / - 10% of Original Size1mm / 24hrs at 50% RelativeHumidity 23°C1160°C - Intumescent @ca. 135°CUncured with a dampenedcloth15 YearsFor maximum movement accommodation,it is recommended that:1. The sealant joint depth should be noless than 5mm2. Joint depth should be 5mm for joints upto 10mm wide3. Joints above 10mm in width should behalf the width in depth up to 20mm andminimum 10mm for wider jointsJoint depth may be adjusted to the correctsize using EVERBUILD JOINT BACKERROD.Movement Factors+/- 10% flexibility. For greater movementaccommodation use EVERBUILDFIRE SEALANT 400.Limitations• Not for use on substrates that maybleed oils, solvents or plasticisers.• Not for use where joints are constantlyimmersed in water, or as part of structuralglazing systems.Joint widths are calculated as in BS6213:Width = M x 100 + MFWhere M = movement and F = movementaccommodation FactorSurface PreparationAll surfaces must be clean, dry and dustfree. All loose or flaking surface coatings,and old sealant and mastic joints, shouldbe removed before application.PrimerFIRE SEALANT 300 does not require aprimer on most common surfaces, althoughadhesion tests are recommendedprior to full scale application. If the joint islikely to be immersed or if adhesion is poor(especially on porous surfaces) useFIRE SEALANT 400.The technical data contained herein is based on our present knowledge and experience and we cannot be held liable for any errors, inaccuracies, omissions or editorial failingsthat result from technological changes or research between the date of issue of this document and the date the product is acquired. Before using the product, the user shouldcarry out any necessary tests in order to ensure that the product is suitable for the intended application. Moreover, all users should contact the seller or the manufacturer ofthe product for additional technical information concerning its use if they think that the information in their possession needs to be clarified in any way, whether for normaluse or a specific application of our product. Our guarantee applies within the context of the statutory regulations and provisions in force, current professional standards and inaccordance with the stipulations set out in our general sales conditions. The information detailed in the present technical data sheet is given by way of indication and is notexhaustive. The same applies to any information provided verbally by telephone to any prospective or existing customer.Everbuild Building Products Ltd, Site 41, Knowsthorpe Way, Cross Green Industrial Estate, Leeds, LS9 0SWTel: 0113 240 3456 // Fax: 0113 240 0024 // www.everbuild.co.uk