1500° Series Fireguard E-84 Technical Datasheet


PRODUCT:
1500° Series® FireGuard E-84® Thermal Barrier Coating

FIRE PROTECTION RATINGS:
ASTM E-84 (NFPA 255) Class “A” 30 minutes, ASTM E-119, ASTM 2768, NFPA 251, UL 263 & ULC-S-101

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
1500° Series® FireGuard E-84® is a latex (water base) intumescent fire retardant paint. This product is designed for use on interior gypsum, wood, OSB, polyurethane foam and foam-board surfaces where it is either necessary or desirous to reduce the surface burning characteristics of the substrate and provide a thermal barrier hourly rating. It dries to a flat matte finish, having the appearance of a conventional flat paint. In the presence of heat or flame, the coating puffs up (intumesces) and forms a thick sponge like cellular foam layer. This foam layer insulates the substrate reducing the penetration of heat, thus retarding the flame spread and prolonging structural collapse.

SURFACE PREPARATION:
All surface preparation should be carried out according to good painting practices. Remove all loose peeling or powdery paint from previously coated surfaces. All dirt, grease, oil, wax, and other foreign matter MUST be removed with a detergent, rinse surface thoroughly with clear water and allow to dry to the touch. Repair all cracks, holes, and other surface irregularities. Allow to dry, sand lightly, and prime exposed raw surface areas. All glossy or smooth surfaces should be dulled with sand paper.

APPLICATION:
1500° Series® FireGuard E-84® can be applied by brush, roller, airless or conventional heavy duty spray equipment. Mix thoroughly with a ½” electric or air driven drill with a slotted paddle or jiffy blade for a minimum of 5 minutes. Apply in multiple coats to achieve the wet mil thickness necessary for the job requirements. Allow each coat to dry to the touch before applying next coat. Do not thin or field tint this product. Do not apply in temperatures below 50° F (10°C) or are above 110 F (43 C).

SUGGESTED COVERAGE RATE:
866 sq. ft. @ 1 mil; 86 sq. ft. @ 10 mil; 28.9 sq.ft. @ 30 mil. See architectural specifications or contact manufacturer for actual required dry film mil thickness required for the substrate or assembly being coated.

DRYINGTIME:
Dries to touch in 30-60 minutes, can be recoated in 24 hours.

THINNERS:
Do not thin this product!

TINTING:
Available in off white. Do not field tint this product. May be top coated. The choice of topcoat will depend on project requirements and mil thickness of the intumescent coating.

PACKAGING:
Standard packaging, 5 gallon, 55 gallon and tote containers.

PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION! Do not take internally. Close container after each use. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Protect from freezing.

FIRE TESTS:
Flame Spread Ratings: Class “A”. When tested in accordance with ASTM E-84 (NFPA 255) 30 minutes.

1 Hour thermal barrier rating on floor, floor/ceiling assemblies when tested in accordance with ASTM E 119

1 & 2 Hour thermal barrier ratings on gypsum board wall assemblies when tested in accordance with ASTM E119 (1 Hour) and NFPA 251 (2 Hour)

15 minute thermal barrier rating on polyurethane foam insulation and foam board insulation when tested in accordance with UL 1715.


All specifications and suggestions appearing on our labels and in our literature concerning the use of our products are based upon tests and data believed to be reliable. Since the actual use by others is beyond our control, no guarantee, expressed or implied, is made by International Fire-Shield, Inc. as to the effects of such use or the results to be obtained.



1500° Series is a registered trade mark of International Fire-Shield, Inc.
FireGuard E-84® is a registered trademark of Shield Industries, Inc.