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Astroflame FR-EC Fire Rated Economy Foam | Linear Joint Seals

Astroflame FR-EC Fire Rated Economy Foam

AST5322

1-component, self-expanding, ready to use polyurethane foam that uses ‘green’ propellants, harmless to the ozone layer and without greenhouse gas effects.

  • Ready to use PU foam in a 750ml can - gun grade and hand-held available
  • Fire retardant up to 240 minutes
  • Efficient seal against smoke and gas
  • Excellent adhesion on most construction substrates
  • High bonding strength
  • Very good filling characteristics
  • Excellent stability: no shrink or post expansion
  • Cured foam can be overpainted

Professional use only - from the 24th August 2023, adequate training is required before industrial or professional use of this product.

Should you require training, visit - https://www.safeusediisocyanates.eu/

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Description

Professional use only - from the 24th August 2023, adequate training is required before industrial or professional use of this product.

Should you require training, visit - https://www.safeusediisocyanates.eu/

Astroflame FR-EC Fire Rated Economy Foam is a one-component, self-expanding, ready to use polyurethane foam that uses ‘green’ propellants, harmless to the ozone layer and without greenhouse gas effects. It has a fire rating of up to 240 minutes (tested according EN1366-4).

Typical use in linear joint seals.

Note: This product is fire rated but is not intumescent.



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Features & Benefits


  • Ready to use PU foam in a 750ml can
  • Fire retardant up to 240 minutes
  • Tested in accordance with EN1366-4 : 2006
  • Efficient seal against smoke and gas
  • Excellent adhesion on most construction substrates
  • High bonding strength
  • Very good filling characteristics
  • Excellent stability: no shrink or post expansion
  • Cured foam can be overpainted



Properties & Specification


Properties & Specification
Base Polyurethane
Consistency Stable foam
Curing system Moisture-cure
Skin formation - (20℃/65 % R.H.) Ca 8 minutes
Drying time - (20℃/65 % R.H.) Tack free after 25min.
Curing rate - (20℃/65 % R.H.) 2 hr for a 30 mm bead
Yield 1000 ml yields 25-40 L cured foam when extruded in beads
Shrink None
Post expansion None
Colour Light Red
Cellular structure >70 % closed cells
Specific gravity Ca. 25 kg/m3 extruded, fully cured
Temperature resistance -40℃ to +90℃ when cured



Product Availability


Shelf life is 9 months in unopened packaging in a cool and dry storage place at temperatures between 5℃ and 25℃.



Application


Shake the aerosol can for at least 20 seconds.

Moisten surfaces with a water sprayer prior to application.

Fill holes and cavities for 65 %, as the foam will expand.

Repeat shaking regularly during application.

If you have to work in layers repeat moistening after each layer.

Fresh foam can be removed using Soudal Foam cleaner or acetone. Cured foam can only be removed mechanically.

Working temperature 5°C to 40°C. (20°C-25°C recommended)

Cured PU-foam must be protected from UV radiation by painting or applying a top layer of sealant (silicone, MS Polymer, acrylic and PU sealant)



Fire Test or Assessment Reports


  • Tested in accordance with EN1366-4

 

Test Results: Test Report 9297C - University of Ghent*

Wall Thickness Joint Dimensions Backing Material Flame resistance in minutes
200mm Width: 11mm Depth: 200mm None 229 min Fire Rating EI 180
200mm Width: 41mm Depth: 200mm None 110 min Fire Rating EI 90
100mm Width: 30mm Depth: 100mm None 50 min Fire Rating EI 45
100mm Width: 10mm Depth: 100mm None 103 min Fire Rating EI 90

 

Wall Thickness Joint Dimensions Backing Material Flame resistance in minutes
200mm Width: 10mm Depth: 200mm None 240 min Fire Rating EI 240
200mm Width: 30mm Depth: 200mm None 158 min Fire Rating EI 120



IMPORTANT FIRE PRODUCTS NOTICE: The information displayed on this website should be used as a guide ONLY and our Technical Department should be contacted to obtain a tailored specification and any advice necessary before you place an order for fire protection products. Fire protection products are non-returnable except in accordance with Condition 8 of the Terms and Conditions and should be applied only by an individual with the necessary expertise and experience. We will not be held liable for any resulting damage to property, human life or monetary costs incurred due to the incorrect specification you have prepared or use of fire protection products caused by your negligence, including your failure to have contacted us to obtain the relevant advice/specification.

Product Details
5322-874211

Data sheet

Manufacturer
Astroflame
For Use By
Professional Use
Water / Solvent Based
Solvent
For Use On
Fire resistant joints in walls and floors
Application Method
Aerosol
Pack Size
Box of 12
Touch Dry (at 20°C)
25 minutes
Max. Application Temperature
40°C (25°C recommended)
Min. Application Temperature
5°C (20°C recommended)
Shelf Life (from date of manufacture)
9 months
UN Number
UN1950
Suitable For Use On
Walls
Suitable For Use On
Floors
Suitable For Use On
Fire Resistant Joints
Application Method
Aerosol
Manufacturer
Astroflame
Usages
Fire Resistance
Product Usage Type
Fire Rated Foam
Colour Family
Variable, depending on composition
Fire Rating
90 Minutes
Fire Rating
120 Minutes
Fire Rating
240 Minutes
Fire Rating
45 Minutes
Fire Rating
180 Minutes
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IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

Astroflame FR-EC Fire Rated Economy Foam is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.

Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.

Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.

All delivery costs below are excluding VAT