EVERFLEX FIRE MATE is a five hour rated, one part, emulsion acrylic based, intumescent Acoustic sealant that gives a firm yet flexible seal to joints in a variety of fire rated structures. Tested following the principles of BS 476 part 20 (1987) as detailed in Warrington Fire Research Report No. 144508/B (Feb 2005). The product, in suitably designed joints will resist the passage of fire for up to 5 hours. The selected fillers used in this formulation also make it suitable for use as an acoustic sealant.
-When exposed to heat, it swells greater than 3 x its original size, so creating a char that will resist the passage of fire for up to 5 hours.
- No priming required for most construction substrates
- Joint movement capability of +/- 20%.
- For use in joints up to 50mm wide.
- Excellent acoustic properties for sound deadening.
- Non slump - easy to apply and tool off.
- Fast cure - tack free in 15 minutes.
-Overpaintable.
Areas for Use
-Sealing joints, voids and irregular holes in fire walls, partitions and other structures; also for maintaining the integrity of pipes and cables that penetrate them.
-For internal perimeter pointing of fire rated door and window frames.
Fire Mate Sealant is an intumescent acrylic sealant that swells when exposed to temperatures in excess of 150°C to prevent the passage of fire and smoke and has a fire rating of up to 5 hours in certain joint configurations. Fire rated to BS 476 Part 20.
