Fireproof expansion material is a type of construction material designed to expand when exposed to high temperatures, forming an insulating char layer that helps seal gaps and prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and toxic gases. These materials are commonly used in fireproofing applications to enhance the fire resistance of buildings, electrical systems, and industrial structures.
Types of Fireproof Expansion Materials:
- Fireproof Expanding Foams & Sealants
- Used around pipes, cables, and joints to expand and seal gaps during a fire.
- Example: Intumescent firestop foam.
- Intumescent Coatings & Paints
- Swell when heated, forming a protective insulating layer over steel, wood, or other structural elements.
- Example: Fire-resistant paint for steel beams.
- Fireproof Expansion Joint Fillers
- Used in building joints to allow movement while maintaining fire resistance.
- Example: Mineral wool with intumescent strips.
- Fireproof Mortar & Putty
- Expands to fill cracks and voids in walls, floors, and penetration seals.
- Example: Fireproof silicone sealant.
- Graphite-Based Intumescent Strips
- Used in doors and windows to expand and block fire spread.
Key Properties:
- Expansion Ratio: Can expand 5–50 times original size when heated.
- Fire Resistance: Withstands temperatures from 500°C to over 1000°C.
- Insulation: Forms a charred layer that slows heat transfer.
- Smoke & Toxin Blocking: Prevents harmful gas leakage.
Applications:
- Fireproofing electrical cable penetrations.
- Sealing gaps in fire-rated walls and floors.
- Protecting structural steel from heat-induced collapse.
- Fire doors, HVAC ducts, and pipe penetrations.
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Post time: Apr-09-2025