- Overview
- Testing
- Physical Properties
- Product Information
CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 / ISOLATEK Type WB 7 Intumescent Fire Resistive Material (IFRM) is a new water-based, intumescent coating designed for the fire protection of interior structural steel.
CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 / ISOLATEK Type WB 7 introduces new levels of coverage and competitive thickness requirements in the industry. The technological improvements introduced by Type WB 7 also allows for easier application and a more environmentally friendly product.
CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 / ISOLATEK Type WB 7 provides architects the ability to design using steel that can be decorative and aesthetically pleasing. It can be top coated to match its surroundings and allows steel to be left exposed to view while providing the required fire resistance rating.
Benefits
- Water-Based Intumescent coating with zero VOC’s.
- Provides up to 2-hour fire resistance ratings in accordance with BS476: Parts 20 & 21 compliant assessment per Warrington Fire.
- Contains no solvents or harmful compounds.
- Superior performance proven by wide range of testing.
- Durable, smooth architectural finish.
- Quick, easy application and clean up.
- Can be finished with a wide variety of topcoat types and colours.
Product Uses
Wherever an aesthetically pleasing extremely durable finish is desired on exposed steel beams and columns utilized in a variety of open space locations including corporate headquarters, convention halls, atriums, retail facilities, hospitals, airports, rail and bus depots.
Fire Tests & Approvals
In order to meet the performance and durability criteria set forth by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and other major industry specifying organizations, CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 / ISOLATEK® Type WB 7 has undergone the most rigorous testing in accordance with the world’s most demanding safety protocols.
This cellulosic fire test is traditionally used to evaluate materials for use in the protection of modern day commercial structures. This test reaches 576°C (1069°F) after 5 minutes and gradually reaches a temperature of 1153°C (2107°F) after a period of up to 2 hours.
CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 / ISOLATEK Type WB 7 has been evaluated in accordance with BS476: Parts 20-21: 1987 for periods up to 2 hours on beams and columns which is listed within a UL assessment report.
CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 / ISOLATEK Type WB 7 has been assessed for jurisdictions in Asia, Oceania and Latin America.
ASTM Physical Performance Standards | Test Performance* | |
Physical Property | ASTM Standard | CAFCO SprayFilm WB 7 |
Surface Burning Characteristics | ASTM E84 | Flame Spread – 0 |
Cohesion / Adhesion (Bond Strength) | ASTM D4541 | 340 psi (2013 kPa) |
Durometer Hardness | ASTM D2240 | 63 Shore D |
Impact Resistance | ASTM D2794 | 328 in-lb @ 2mm |
Abrasion Resistance | ASTM D4060 | 0.139 g / 1,000 cycles |