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Intumescent Tape
Data Sheet
MSDS Sheet
10:1 Expantion
12:1 Expantion
Intumescent Tape is made from a graphite based, intumescent paper with a self-adhesive coating and a removable backing paper. It can easily be adhered to most clean surface types including glass, metals and plastic laminates. The reinforcing fibres on the product are classified for thermal insulation applications up to 1000 °C. (The classification temperature is based on limited irreversible linear change within a specified time, normally 24 hours. Classification temperature is not a definition of the operational limits of the product.
Intumescent Tape offers the following benefits:-
- Medium pressure generating product which reacts to give a fibrous, stable char.
- Contains minimum combustible materials and this product has low smoke emission.
- Cut edges do not need sealing against water or atmospheric conditions.
- Simple to wrap, shape and cut.
- Speed and ease of installation.
Applications.
- Glazing systems
- Protection of vertical timber surfaces
- Protection of door furniture
- Certain door and seal applications
Intumescent Tapes are available in :-
Widths of 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 & 60mm.
Thicknesses from 1.0mm to 4.0mm in increments of 1mm.
Expansion Ratio available 10:1 - 12:1
Additional widths are available on request.
FAQ's
Q. How do I know which product to use A. Make sure you refer to any fire test certificates that are relevant to or feel free to contact our technical sales team.
Q. Where can I get test evidence A. The tape is never tested on it's own, but as part of a fire rated window or door system, you will find all of the information you need on the relevant fire test certificate that relates to the frame or glass that you are fitting
Q. What is the expansion ratio A. The expansion ration is the figure that tells us the maximum the material will expand to when the activation temperature has been reached. For instance, a 2mm tape that has an expansion ratio of 10:1 would produce 20mm of char and a 1.8mm tape with an expansion ratio of 35:1 would produce 63mm of char. This char (or when it has foamed up) is what stops flame and smoke penetration.
Q. Can it be used externally A. Yes, it can be used externally, but it will need to be capped off with a silicon type material to ensure no water ingress.
Q. Can it be used in metal and timber frames A. Yes, it can be used in metal and timber frames, please refer to the fire test certificate for the glass to make sure you're using the correct size tape.
Q. Is it easily cut A. yes, you can cut the tape with a sharp Stanley type knife or scissors
Q. How do I fit this tape A. Please make sure that the surface that the tape is to be stuck to is clean, dust free and grease free. When used in glazing, the tape can be adhered to either the glass or the frame. There is a tab at the start of the tape to ease the separation of the release paper from the self-adhesive backing, please try to leave the release paper proud from the end of the roll if you’re cutting the tape part way through a roll to ensure the self-adhesive doesn’t start to peel away from the fibrous paper as this is the weakest point. We recommend that the tape is stored in a damp free environment away from direct sunlight and used within 6 month
Q. Can I get further information for this product A. Yes, please either phone or email our technical sales team and we'll be happy to help.