Sika Boom® FR: Product Data Sheet

PRODUCT DATA SHEET
Sika Boom® FR
FIRE-RETARDANT POLYURETHANE FOAM
DESCRIPTION CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES

Sika Boom® FR is a 1-component, fast curing, poly- ▪ 1-Component
urethane foam retarding fire up to 5 hours. ▪ Easy application with nozzle
▪ Fast curing
USES ▪ Very good thermal insulation
▪ Effective sound dampening
Sika Boom® FR is designed for linear joints in brick- ▪ HFC-free
work and concrete where fire protection is required.
APPROVALS / STANDARDS
▪ DIN 4102: B1 fire rating class
▪ BS 476-20: fire rated up to 5 hours fire protection
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical base 1-Component polyurethane
Packaging 750 ml can with rubber valve, 12 cans per box
Colour Pink
Shelf life Sika Boom® FR has a shelf life of 12 months from the date of production, if
stored properly in undamaged, original, sealed packaging, and if the stor-
age conditions are met. Opened cans of Sika Boom® FR must be used with-
in 4 weeks.
Storage conditions Sika Boom® FR shall be stored in an upright position, in dry conditions, pro-
tected from direct sunlight and at temperatures between +5 °C and +25 °C.
Density ~21 kg/m3
Water Absorption < 1 % of volume (cut surface) (DIN EN 12087)
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compressive Strength ~0.06 N/mm2 (with 10 % deformation) (ISO 844)
Tensile Strength ~0.11 N/mm2 (ISO 1926)
Shear Strength ~0.05 N/mm2 (ISO 1922)
Dimensional Stability ± ~10 %

Joint Permeability to Water Vapour µ = 19, sd = 1.1 m (d = 59 mm, ρ = 14 kg/m3) (ISO 12572)
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Thermal Conductivity ~0.039 W/mK (EN 12667)
Sound Insulation RST,w (C;Ctr) = 61 (−1; −5) dB (ift SC-01/2)
Service temperature −40 °C min. / +80 °C max. (temporary exposure up to +100 °C)
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Yield 750 ml can ~38 l
Consumption can be regulated by adjusting the pressure on the trigger.
Ambient Air Temperature Optimum +18 °C min. / +25 °C max.
Permissable +5 °C min. / +35 °C max.
Relative Air Humidity 30 % min. / 95 % max.

Substrate Temperature Optimum +18 °C min. / +25 °C max.
Permissable +5 °C min. / +35 °C max.
Cutting Time ~23 min (after which a 20 mm bead can be cut).

Sika Boom® FR is fully cured after 12 h.
Tack free time ~11 min
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LIMITATIONS

For the application of Sika Boom® FR all generally ac- ▪ The minimum can temperature for application must
cepted rules of building and construction apply. be +10 °C.
▪ In order to get a good quality foam, the can temper-
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION ature should not vary more than 10 °C from the am-
bient temperature.
The substrate must be clean, sound and homogen-
▪ Protect the can from direct sunlight and temperat-
eous, free from oils, grease, dust and loose or friable
ures above +50 °C (danger of explosion).
particles. Paint, cement laitance and other poorly ad- ▪ For correct curing of the foam, moisture is necessary.
hering contaminants must be removed. Sika Boom® FR
▪ Applying insufficient moisture may lead to sub-
adheres without primers and/or activators.
sequent unintended foam expansion (post expan-
Pre-dampen the substrate with clean water, this en-
sion).
sures that the foam cures properly and also prevents
▪ Do not fill hollow sections completely as the foam ex-
secondary foam expansion.
pands during curing.
APPLICATION METHOD / TOOLS ▪ Do not use on polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP),
polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE / Teflon), and silicone,
Shake the Sika Boom® FR can well for minimum 20 oil, grease and other separating agents.
seconds before use. Repeat shaking after long inter- ▪ Sika Boom® FR is not resistant to UV light.
ruptions of use. Screw the nozzle firmly into place ▪ Read all safety and technical recommendations
without pressing the trigger or the valve. The amount which are printed on the Sika Boom® FR can.
of expanding foam extruded can be regulated by ap-
plying more or less pressure on the trigger. Fill deep BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA
joints in several layers. Take care to allow each layer to
cure and expand sufficiently by spraying water All technical data stated in this Data Sheet are based
between each layer or allowing sufficient waiting time on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may vary
between the layers. Do not fill hollow sections com- due to circumstances beyond our control.
pletely as the foam expands during curing. All building
elements must be temporarily fixed until the foam has LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
fully cured.
Please note that as a result of specific local regula-
CLEANING OF TOOLS tions the declared data and recommended uses for
this product may vary from country to country. Please
Clean all tools and application equipment immediately consult the local Product Data Sheet for the exact
with Sika Boom®-Cleaner and/or Sika® Remover-208. product data and uses.
Once cured, residual material can only be removed
mechanically. ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY
FURTHER DOCUMENTS For information and advice on the safe handling, stor-
age and disposal of chemical products, users shall refer
▪ Safety Data Sheet to the most recent Safety Data Sheet (SDS) containing
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physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
lated data.
LEGAL NOTES
The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
products, are given in good faith based on Sika's cur-
rent knowledge and experience of the products when
properly stored, handled and applied under normal
conditions in accordance with Sika's recommenda-
tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
ranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a
particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
from this information, or from any written recom-
mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
user of the product must test the product’s suitability
for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
serves the right to change the properties of its
products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data
Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will
be supplied on request.
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET

DESCRIPTION CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES

Tensile Strength ~0.11 N/mm2 (ISO 1926)

Shear Strength ~0.05 N/mm2 (ISO 1922)

Dimensional Stability ± ~10 %

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sound Insulation RST,w (C;Ctr) = 61 (−1; −5) dB (ift SC-01/2)

Relative Air Humidity 30 % min. / 95 % max.

Cutting Time ~23 min (after which a 20 mm bead can be cut).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LIMITATIONS

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