Mineral Fibre Sheet

by Pyroplex

Application: Fire resistant applications Expansion Performance: 10:1 – 20:1
Pyroplex® Mineral Fibre Sheet has been specifically designed for use in fire resistant doorset assemblies, essential ironmongery such as locks, latches and concealed door closing devices. The product is supplied in two thicknesses 0.5mm and 1.0mm. When exposed to elevated temperatures, the product is designed to expand multidirectionally filling cavities and voids to provide a fire resistant barrier. The product is derived from a cellulose pulp incorporating expandable graphite with additional silicate fibres acting to aid char stability. When exposed to elevated temperatures, the material will expand up to 20:1 of its original volume producing a high resistant char.
Pyroplex® Mineral Fibre Sheet can be used in the following applications:
Can provide a simple and concealed protection for associated door hardware. During a fire situation, the heat generated is conducted through the hardware, which if not protected could lead to integrity and insulation failure.
Used for protection for electrical installations, typically includes electrical box protection and Conduit Systems and can be die cut for down-lighters.
Can be used for applications including panelling systems for upgrading of specialist fire doors, where the intumescent has been laminated to the core of the door and lined with a finish facing, to provide insulation of the core in a fire situation.
Pyroplex Mineral Fibre Sheet exhibits the following characteristics when exposed to elevated temperatures:
Providing the product is installed in accordance with the requirements of the guidance document the product is guaranteed for a period of 10 years.
Mineral Fibre Sheet

Specification Details for Mineral Fibre Sheet

Please note that these product properties are not a replacement for the manufacturer's literature and it is always recommended that Pyroplex is consulted before specifying.