10D-017 Product Data Sheet HSCONTE OCONTE
INTERNATIONAL, INC.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET
Contego Reactive
Fire Barrier Intumescent (RFB)
High Solids
GeneralDescription:
Technical Data:
ApplicationConditions:
Drying & Cure Times at Standard Ambient Temperature and Humidity:
HS Product Advantages:
ContegoHS(RFB)isafull-bodiedwater-basedacryliclatex,singlecomponentcoatingdesignedtoprotecta
widerangeofbuildingmaterialsincludingstructuralsteel,aluminum,dimensionallumber,manufacturedwoodproducts,trusses,drywall,
spray polyurethane foam insulation, HDPE wall panels, concrete, plaster, solid core doors and more. The product may also be used for
conduit,deckingandcladding.Refertoourarchitecturalspecificationformoredetails.
Color White
Specific Gravity 1.35
pH Range 8.0-8.5
Weight/Gal 11.2 lbs (5.08 Kgs)*
Hazardous Ingredients N/A
Volume Solids 66.0% (+/- 2%)
Weight Solids 69.0% (+/- 2%)
Viscosity 16K cPs (+/- 10%)
Flammability Not Flammable
VOC. (LESS WATER) .01 GRAMS /LITRE (Nil)
isdesignedtobeappliedbysprayapplicationandshouldonlybeappliedbybrushor
rollerfortouchuppurposes. ContegoPFBshouldnotbeappliedwhentherelativehumidityexceeds80%orthesurfacetobecoatedisless
than50 F(10°C)orlessthan15 F(9°C)abovethecurrentorforecasteddewpoint.Theproductisbestappliedwhenambienttemperatures
arebetween50 F(10°C)and95 F(35°C).Onceappliedandcured,lowerorhighertemperaturesshouldnotbeaproblem.Oncombustible
substrates such as dimensional lumber, manufactured wood (Oriented Strand Board, Particle Board, Plywood, etc.), Polyurethane foam,
anddrywall(GWB)aprimerisnotrequiredbutmaybeusefulif:
The wood is very old and/or dry and would likely absorb too much of the Contego coating.
The substrate is very old and/or dry or if the resin content is unusually high.
The foam is soy-based or made from other organics that emit a vegetable oil.
The drywall has been previously painted with oil-based (alkyd) paint or if you're not sure.
- a primer is 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.
As with any water-based acrylic
latex coating, drying time is always a function of ambient temperature, ambient humidity and how thickly the coating was applied.
However, at 60 F (15° C) with a relative humidity of 70%, a 20 mil (500µ) 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.
apply additional coats until you are sure the underlying coats are completely dry. Applying 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, blistering and
delamination can occur. A top coat is recommended and permitted after the total amount of required thickness of Contego has
been applied and completely dried.
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Manufactured Wood
Polyurethane Foam
Drywall (GWB)
On structural steel and other metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, or composites,
SEE Application Instructions at www.contigointernational.com.
SEE Drying and Cure Times at www.contigointernational.com.
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Exceptional protection from heat and fire.
• Smooth, thin, architectural grade finish.
• Top coat with a wide range of paints including alkyds, acrylics, epoxy or polyurethane.
• Big Plus - with HS apply half as many coats with the same coverage.
• Nontoxic, nondermatic and noncarcinogenic acrylic latex.
• Economically priced.
• Fast drying and curing times.
• Can be pre-applied to steel and other materials during fabrication and is easy to repair.
• Designed specifically for sprayer application. No special equipment is required.
Any qualified contractor can apply it.
• Interior or exterior application (use an exterior grade top coat for exterior applications).
• Cleans up with soap and water.
• 24 month shelf life. Does not need to be periodically reapplied.
*Does not include weight of packaging.
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CONTE OCONTE
INTERNATIONAL, INC.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET
CONTINUED
Contego Reactive
Fire Barrier
High Solids
Intumescent (RFB)
Required Coating Thickness:
General Guidelines for Coating Thickness Requirements:
Precautions:
Warranty:
Testing:
Contact:
Current recommendations are a maximum wet film thickness of 40 mils (1000µ), drying to
28 mils (710µ).The bigadvantageis impressivesavingsin application and labor costs and time. referto
our Project Planner to determine required thickness for various substrates, densities and required ratings. Contact a qualified Contego
representativewithfurtherquestions.
Up to 2 hours depending on the size of the wood and the thickness
of Contego applied. (20 mils/500µ dft)
Up to 2 hours depending on the size of the wood and the thickness
of Contego applied. (20 mils/500µ dft)
Meets the 15 minute thermal barrier requirements of IBC-2603.
(15 - 20 mils/380-500µ dft)
Contego adds 55 minutes to any type of GWB. (15 mils/380µ dft)
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 - 200 mils / 200-5000µ dft refer to our steel calculator)
Columnshavebeentestedfor2hours. Aviationgrade.025panelsforanestimated
4+ hours. (20 - 50 mils/500 - 1270µ dft)
Do not mix, thin or dilute the Contego product with water or other materials.
Do not allow the product to freeze. If frozen, the texture will be obviously different. Discard it.
Do not store at temperatures above 105 F (40°C) for extended periods of time.
Do not expose the product to rain, snow, dew or extreme humidity until a top coat is applied.
Contego products are warranted for ten years from date of application against material defects. Proof of purchase
(store receipt and bar code from container 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 user waives such claims by breaking the seal on the container.
Contego products are tested to a variety of standards including UL, ULc, EN, BS, ASTM, NFPA, UBC, CEN, ISO, and others by
the best independent fire testing laboratories available. Contego uses Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Exova/Warrington, Intertek,
Western Fire Center, Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), Guardian Laboratories, SGS/USTesting, KTA, Materials Analytical Services,
MAGI and more. All labs are certified, accredited and audited. or
can be obtained on DVD by contacting our customer services department or your local representative.
Forstructuralsteelapplications,
Dimensional Lumber -
Manufactured Wood -
Polyurethane Foam -
Drywall (GWB) -
Structural Steel -
Aluminum
All applications are enhanced by 25% to 32% when top coated with a finish coat of your preference. Test results are based on
comparative performance with an oil-based alkyd top coat.
Test results are available online at
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www.contegointernational.com
Contego International, Inc. (USA/Canada)
PO Box 684
Westfield, IN 46074
800-434-6444 Toll Free in the USA
317-580-0665 - Office
317-580-0663 - Fax
info@contegointernational.com
Contego International, Inc. (International)
John M. Schwartz
Dir., International Operations
317-966-2189 - Pacific
john@contegointernational.com
Todd Beehler (Finance, Accounting)
Chief Financial Officer
1013 Arthur St./ PO Box 49
Rochester, IN 46975-2449
317-379-2843 - Direct
574-223-4442 - Fax
todd@contegointernational.com
International Partners:
http://www.contegointernational.com/international_distributors.html
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