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Coverage: approx. 100 sq. ft. per gallon
Cost: $60 per gallon
Order: Call 405-702-0055

Contego Intumescent Latex Fire Barrier -
Product Data Sheet

General Description: Contego PFB is a fullbodied latex, single component coating designed to protect a wide range of building materials including structural steel, aluminum, dimensional lumber, manufactured wood products, trusses, drywall, spray polyurethane foam insulation HDPE wall panels, concrete, plaster, solid core doors and more. The product may also be used for conduit, decking and cladding. Refer to our architectural specification for more details.

Technical Data:
Color- White
Specific Gravity - 1.29
pH Range  - 8.0‐8.5
Weight/Gal  - 12.9 lbs (5.85 Kilos)
Hazardous Ingredients  - N/A
Volume Solids - 49.7%
Weight Solids  - 56.2%
Flammability Not Flammable
VOC. (LESS WATER) .01 GRAMS /LITRE (Nil)

Application Conditions:
Contego PFB should not be applied when the relative humidity exceeds 80% or the surface to be coated is less than 40oF (5° C) or less than 15o F (‐9° C) above the current or forecasted dew point. The product is best applied when ambient temperatures are between 50oF (10° C) and 95oF (35° C). While the product can be applied at lower temperatures, viscosity may be a problem and, if applied at higher than recommended temperatures, there may be a risk of runs or sags. Once applied and cured, extremely low or high temperatures should not be a problem. On combustible substrates such as dimensional lumber, manufactured wood (Oriented Strand Board, Particle Board, Plywood, etc.), polyurethane foam, and drywall (GWB) a primer is not required but may be useful if:

• Dimensional Lumber – The wood is very old and/or dry and would likely absorb too much of the Contego coating.
• Manufactured Wood – The substrate is very old and/or dry or if the resin content is unusually high.
• Polyurethane Foam – The foam is soy‐based or made from other organics that emit a vegetable oil.
• Drywall (GWB) – The drywall has been previously painted with oil‐based (alkyd) paint or if you’re not sure.
• On structural steel and other metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, or composites, ‐ a primer is always required. No exceptions have been observed regarding what kind or brand of primer can be used. Even inexpensive shop primer has shown no incompatibilities. However, doing a test patch is always recommended with any new combinations of primer and our product since it is impossible to have tested every product from every manufacturer.

Drying & Cure Times at Standard Ambient Temperature and Humidity:
As with any latex coating, drying time is always a function of ambient temperature, ambient humidity and how thickly the coating was applied. However, at 60oF (15° C) with a relative humidity of 70%, a 20 mil ( .50mm) wet coat should be dry to touch within 3 hours, completely dry in 6 hours and dried hard enough to handle in 8 hours. While our specifications call for a 72 hour cure time, the product is active as soon as it is hard dried.
DO NOT apply additional coats until you are sure the underlying coats are completely dry. Apply additional coats on top of product that still has moisture may cause the finish to crack and, if enough moisture is trapped under a surface film, the entire finish may delaminate and fall off. Top coating is recommended and permitted after the total number of required thickness of Contego has been applied and completely dried.

Required Coating Thickness:
For structural steel applications, refer to our calculator to determine required thickness for various substrates, densities and required ratings. If you have further questions, contact a qualified Contego representative.

General Guidelines for Coating Thickness Requirements:

Dimensional Lumber – Up to 2 hours depending on the size of the wood and the thickness of Contego applied. (20 mils/.50mm dft)
Manufactured Wood – Up to 2 hours depending on the size of the wood and the thickness of Contego applied. (20 mils/.50mm dft)
Polyurethane Foam – Meets the 15 minute thermal barrier requirements of IBC‐2603 (15 ‐ 20 mils/.38 ‐.50mm dft)
Drywall (GWB) – Contego adds 55 minutes to any type of GWB. (15 mils/.38mm dft)
Structural Steel – Contego provides up to 3 hours restrained depending on the W/D, Hp/A or A/P of the steel and the thickness of Contego applied. (8 to 120 mils / .20 – 3mm dft – refer to our steel calculator)
Aluminum – Columns have been tested for 2 hours. Aviation grade .025 panels for an estimated 4+ hours. (20 to .50 dft)
All applications are enhanced by 25% to 32% when top coated with a finish coat of your preference. Test results were based on comparative performance with a top coat of oil‐based alkyd.

Contego Product Advantages:

• Exceptional protection from heat and fire.
  
• Smooth, thin, decorative finish.
  
• Topcoat with whatever you prefer including alkyd based finishes.
  
• Nontoxic, nondermatic and noncarcinogenic latex.
  
• Economically priced.
  
• Fast drying and curing times.
  
• Can be preapplied to steel members and other materials at the point of fabrication and is easy to repair.
  
• No shelf life limitations.
  
• May be sprayed, brushed or rolled. No special equipment is required. Any qualified contractor can apply it.
  
• Cleans up with soap and water.
  
• Interior or exterior application (just use exterior grade top coat for exterior applications).

Precautions:Do not mix, thin or dilute the Contego product with anything else.
Do not allow the product to freeze. If frozen, the texture will be obviously different. Discard it.
Do not store in temperatures above 105oF (30°C) for extended periods of time.
Do not expose the product to rain, snow, dew or extreme humidity until top coated.

Warranty:
Contego products are warranted for ten years from date of application against defects in workmanship and materials. Proof of purchase (store receipt and bar code from can) is required for warranty claims. Claims are limited to replacement of product only. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for other losses or claims and the users waives such claims by breaking the seal on the can.

Testing:
Contego product are tested to a variety of standards such as UL, ULc, ASTM, NFPA, UBC, CEN, ISO, and others by the best independent fire testing laboratories available. Contego uses Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Intertek, Western Fire Center, Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), Omega Point, Guardian Laboratories, SGS/USTesting, KTA, Materials Analytical Services, MAGI and more. All labs are certified, accredited and audited. Test results are available online at www.ContegoFireBarrier.com or can be obtained on DVD by contacting our customer services department or your local representative.

Contact:
Doug Stafford
RDR Technologies, Distributor
405-306-3062
doug@rdrtechnologies.com