FR Graphite by Protecta
Protecta FR Graphite is a water based fire classified sealing compound that contains a high concentration of heat expanding graphite material. This material is activated at 150°C and starts to intumesce (expand).
It can withstand fire and smoke for up to 4 hours.
This compound may be used in more extreme transits than FR Acrylic, for example cable trays to EI 180 and plastic pipes Ø110mm. Protecta FR Graphite expands when it is subjected to fire and closes openings around penetrations when any combustible or low temperature melting materials have burnt away. Protecta FR Graphite is designed to fire seal difficult services which traditional fire rated mastics do not achieve such as large plastic pipes.
It can be used with Protecta Mineral Fibre Bio to both reduce any shrinkage during curing and ensure correct width to depth ratio.
Benefits of Protecta FR Graphite
- Classified in most constructions for plastic pipes and cables
- Easy to apply
- Permanently flexible – will accommodate movement up to 12.5%
- No priming necessary for application on to most. materials; however see the installation instructions for further details
- Some metal pipes require corrosion protection on before sealing with joint fillers (sealants), paint, casting in concrete etc. Please obtain guidance from the pipe manufacturer before applying the joint filler
- Suitable for most surfaces, included concrete, bricks, Leca, steel, wood, gypsum, glass, PVC and most non porous surfaces
- Hardens quickly, tack free after 1 hour
- It has a low environmental impact, due to its low emissions
- The fire performance specification of the joint filler has been derived when the joint filler has been let to harden for a month
- Halogen free
- Minimum 12 months storage time
Sound Insulation
This product has been tested in accordance with EN ISO 10140-2:2010
Single sided seals ≥ 25mm reduce sound by up to 53dB
Double sided seals ≥ 25mm reduce sound by a minimum of 53dB
These tests were without the use of any backing.
For technical advice on this product, please contact us on 01752 690997.