Abesco CP500 FR WB Silicone Caulk introduces a new technology - Water Based Silicone Sealant, that is designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke from one compartment to another through construction joints and wherever services penetrate fire rated walls and floors.

Abesco CP 500 FR WB Silicone Caulk has excellent adhesion properties, and when cured provides a very strong and flexible fire rated seal. CP500 FR WB Silicone has an emulsion cure system, and is unaffected by moisture or high humidity and is suitable for a wide range of other non-fire rated applications.

Why use CP500 FR WB Silicone Caulk?

• Approved worldwide and recognized by independent authorities and tested in accordance with ASTM E-814 (UL1479), BS476, AS4072, prEN1366-3
• Environmentally friendly
• Flexible sealant
• Excellent adhesion to most building substrates
• Very easy to install and finish. Tools are easily cleaned with water or moist cloth
• Suitable for external use - unaffected by moisture or high humidity when fully cured
• Paintable (refer to technical data sheet for advice)

Where to use CP500 FR WB Silicone Caulk:

Abesco CP500 FR WB Silicone Caulk is suitable for use in any buildings which have construction joints or building services which penetrate through fire rated compartment floors and walls, including drywall.

Typical types of buildings where this silicone is commonly used are:

Apartment buildings, hotels, dormitories, office buildings, hospitals, airports, multi-storey buildings, retail centers, etc.

Abesco CP500 FR WB Silicone Caulk can be used in floors and walls.

What happens in a Fire Situation?

In a fire, Abesco CP500 FR WB Silicone provides an effective fire stop barrier when installed in accordance with the installation instructions, thereby maintaining the integrity of the wall or floor, preventing the spread of fire from one compartment to another.