No. 133A Fire Retardant Varnish Class "B" (FS55)
PRODUCT INFORMATION ON:
NO. 133A CLASS “B” WATER BASE FIRE RETARDANT POLYURETHANE VARNISH
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
No. 133A is a water base, fire retardant polyurethane varnish, with a semi-gloss sheen. It is designed for use on all new or previously coated wood surfaces (except floors). The varnish will not leach or turn white on aging or washing.
RECOMMENDED USES:
For application to all wood surfaces, where a reduction of surface burning characteristics is required to comply with building code requirements.
USED BY:
Schools, Colleges, Nursing Homes, Child Care Centers, Hospitals, Penal Institutions, Apartments, Hotels, Factories, Warehouses, Retails Stores, Restaurants, Utilities, Railroad and other Transportation Companies, Oil and Chemical Installations, Military Installations, and other facilities where fire retardant coatings are required.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION:
Class “B” fire rated on wood when applied in two coats at 450 sq.ft./gallon per coat. Dries by water evaporation to a flexible, semi-gloss finish. Does not leach (lose fire retardancy) on exposure to high humidity. The coating is somewhat thermoplastic. Precaution must be taken when two coated surfaces are touching each other, to prevent sticking and blocking.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Finish.......................................................Clear
Spreading rate..…….
450 sq.ft./gl. (11.0 m²/L)
applied in two coats 3.6 mils wet,
0.9 mils dry per coat
Coverage.....……....…225 sq.ft./gal (5.5 m²/L)
V.O.C. Less Than……………….…0.72 lbs./gal. (86 g/L)
Volume Solids......................................24% ± 2
Weight Solids....…...............................28% ± 2
Drying Time @ 77° & 50 % RH:
To Touch 15 to 30 minutes
To Handle 60 minutes
To Top Coat 30 minutes
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Surface preparation should be carried out according to good painting practices. All dirt, grease, oil, wax, rust, and other foreign matter must be removed. May be applied to previously coated surfaces in good condition. Glossy surfaces must be dulled with sandpaper or steel wool. All sanding, filling of nail holes, etc. must be completed prior to the application of No. 133A.
Type of Cure.
……………..Water evaporation & coalescence
Flash Point...…………............................None
Reducer/Cleaner....................................Water
Shelf Life...................…..6 months (unopened)
Packaging...............…….1 & 5 gal. Containers
weight/gal. 8.7 lbs.
Shipping Weight (4 gallons)..................40 lbs.
(5 gallons)..................48 lbs.
Application..........................Brush, foam brush,
conventional or airless spray.
APPLICATION:
No. 133A can be applied by brush, foam applicator or spray. Stir material well before using, then apply a uniform coat at a coverage rate of 225 sq. ft./US gallon (5.5 m²/L), applied in one coat, or two coats at 450 sq. ft./gal (11.0 m²/L). Allow at least 30 minutes drying time between coats. Do not apply when surfaces or air temperature is below 50°F (10°C).
Application Equipment:
Airless Spray
Fluid Pressure…………………………1625 psi
Strainer………………………………100 Mesh
Fluid Hose…………………………¼” diameter
Tip…………………………………...014 - .017
Read MSDS before opening containers.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
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FIRE HAZARD CLASSIFICATION:
Flame spread rating Class “B” when tested in accordance with ASTM E-84 (NFPA 255, ANSI/UL 723 and UBC 8-1), the coating obtained the following fire hazard classification:
(When applied to Douglas Fir)
Coating System Details Flame Smoke Spread Developed
Sealer - None
Base Coat - No. 133A applied
at 450 sq.ft./U.S. gal. (11.0 m2/L) 55 170
Topcoat - No. 133A applied
at 450 sq.ft./U.S. gal. (11.0 m2/L)
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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 New York Fire-Shield as to the effects of such use or the results to be obtained.
Read MSDS before opening containers.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN