Description

ArmaProtect ABLF is an advanced, flexible ablative firestop filler mastic meticulously engineered to maintain the critical fire resistance performance of various fire penetrations (including pipes, cables, and mixed services) and structural joints in both walls and floors. This high-performance mastic forms a crucial part of robust passive fire protection systems, reacting to heat by forming an insulating char layer that effectively prevents the spread of flames and smoke during a fire event. A significant advantage of ArmaProtect ABLF is its completely halogen and solvent-free composition, ensuring a healthier indoor environment and safer application. Gitco-sa.com, as the authorized Armacell distributor for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, proudly supplies this essential fire safety product across the region, catering to the evolving construction and infrastructure needs in major cities like Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Manama.

ArmaProtect ABLF is designed for reliable performance across a broad operating temperature range of -40°C to +70°C, with an optimal processing temperature between 5°C and 25°C. It carries a Class E Reaction to Fire classification (EN 13501-1) and is certified for use in conditions exposed to weathering (Type X, EOTA TR 024), highlighting its durability in diverse environments. This firestop filler mastic provides impressive fire resistance for structural elements, boasting a UL-approved system with an FT-Rating of up to 3 hours (ANSI/UL 1479 / ASTM E814), ensuring robust protection against fire spread. Its low volatile organic compounds (VOC) content of < 50 g/l contributes to improved indoor air quality. ArmaProtect ABLF emits no dangerous substances, ensuring safety for installers and building occupants. It also boasts a substantial shelf life of at least 18 months when stored unopened and properly in cool, dry conditions protected from frost, providing long-term reliability for your firestopping needs.

Key Features of ArmaProtect ABLF:

• Ablative Firestop Mastic: Reacts to heat by forming an insulating char layer.
• Flexible: Adapts to movements in joints and penetrations without cracking.
• Halogen- & Solvent-Free: Ensures healthier indoor air quality and safer application.
• High Fire Resistance: UL-approved system with an FT-Rating of up to 3 hours.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for mixed fire seals and structural joints.
• Wide Operating Temperature: Effective from -40°C to +70°C.
• Weather-Exposed Use (Type X): Suitable for applications with exposure to weathering.
• Low VOC Content: Environmentally conscious.
• No Dangerous Substances: Ensures health and safety compliance.
• Long Shelf Life: At least 18 months when stored properly.

Product Variations of ArmaProtect ABLF:

ArmaProtect ABLF primarily refers to the specific ablative firestop filler mastic formulation. Variations typically involve packaging sizes (e.g., cartridges, sausages, or larger tubs) to accommodate different project scales and application methods. While the core “ABLF” material and its properties remain consistent, the flexibility of such a mastic means it can be applied to a multitude of joint types, penetration configurations, and void-filling requirements, as per fire rating specifications and specific installation guidelines. For information on available packaging sizes and technical guidance for your specific firestopping needs in Saudi Arabia or Bahrain, please contact Gitco-sa.com.

Know more about “ArmaProtect ABLF”:

1. What is ArmaProtect ABLF?
   ArmaProtect ABLF is a flexible, acrylic-based, ablative firestop filler mastic developed by Armacell. It’s designed to maintain the fire resistance performance of fire penetrations and joints in walls and floors.
2. What are the primary functions of ArmaProtect ABLF?
   Its main functions are to:
   • Seal linear joints and gaps.
   • Seal connections with moderate expansion stress.
   • Act as a component for coated mineral wool boards (ArmaProtect CB) to seal gaps and joints within the board system.
   • Prevent the spread of fire and smoke through these openings.
3. How does ArmaProtect ABLF work in a fire?
   As an ablative firestop filler mastic, when exposed to heat, it forms a robust char layer on its surface. This ablative action dissipates heat and helps to prevent the passage of fire, smoke, and hot gases through the sealed joint or penetration.
4. What types of penetrations and joints can ArmaProtect ABLF be used for?
   It is versatile and suitable for:
   • Blank openings (empty holes).
   • Mixed and multiple services.
   • Cables, cable bundles, and cable trays.
   • Conduit and conduit bundles.
   • Non-combustible pipes (e.g., steel, copper).
   • Combustible pipes (e.g., PVC, PE, PP).
   • Structural joints in both indoor and outdoor areas.
5. What kind of fire resistance ratings can ArmaProtect ABLF achieve in a system?
   When used as part of a tested firestop system (e.g., with ArmaProtect CB boards), it can help achieve high fire resistance ratings, typically up to EI 240 (240 minutes of integrity and insulation). UL-approved systems can achieve an FT-Rating of up to 3 hours.
6. What is the color and consistency of ArmaProtect ABLF?
   It is a white, paste-like filler mastic.
7. Is ArmaProtect ABLF halogen- and solvent-free?
   Yes, a key feature is that ArmaProtect ABLF is halogen- and solvent-free, which contributes to better indoor air quality and environmental safety.
8. What is the reaction to fire classification for ArmaProtect ABLF?
   It is classified as Class E according to EN 13501-1, meaning it will burn under exposure but does not significantly contribute to fire development. Its primary performance is in maintaining the fire resistance of the penetration seal.
9. What is the density of ArmaProtect ABLF?
   The density is approximately 1.34−1.48 g/cm3 (at $20\text{ °C}$).
10. What are the common packaging sizes for ArmaProtect ABLF?
    It is commonly available in 310 ml cartridges and 600 ml foil cartridges.
11. What is the operating (service) temperature range for ArmaProtect ABLF?
    The operating temperature range is typically from $-40\text{ °C}$ to $+70\text{ °C}$. The processing (installation) temperature is $5\text{ °C}$ to $25\text{ °C}$.
12. Is ArmaProtect ABLF suitable for outdoor use or exposed conditions?
    Yes, its use category is Type X, which means it is intended for use in conditions exposed to weathering, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
13. Does ArmaProtect ABLF emit dangerous substances?
    No, according to its technical data, there is no emission of dangerous substances, and its VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content is very low ($<50\text{ g/l}$).
14. What certifications and approvals does ArmaProtect ABLF hold?
    It is globally approved with European Technical Assessment (ETA), specifically ETA-21/1025 acc. EN 1366-3 (fire resistance tests for service installations – penetration seals), and complies with EN 13501-2 for fire resistance classification. It also has UL-approved systems (ANSI/UL 1479 (ASTM E814)) with FT-Ratings up to 3 hours.
15. How is ArmaProtect ABLF typically installed?
    The mastic is applied into the gaps, joints, or around services within a firestop opening using a standard sealant gun. It’s often used in conjunction with ArmaProtect CB-coated boards to seal the edges and fill any remaining voids. Specific application details should always refer to Armacell’s technical literature and third-party listings.
16. What are the key benefits of using ArmaProtect ABLF?

    Benefits include:

    • Versatility: Seals a wide range of penetrations and linear joints.
    • Flexibility: Accommodates moderate movement in joints.
    • Ablative action: Forms a protective char layer in fire.
    • Weathering resistance (Type X).
    • Halogen- and solvent-free formulation with low VOC.
    • Part of a comprehensive firestop system.
17. What is the shelf life of ArmaProtect ABLF?
    It can be kept for at least 18 months when unopened and stored properly.
18. What are the recommended storage conditions for ArmaProtect ABLF?
    It should be stored and transported in a cool and dry place with an ambient temperature of $5\text{ °C}$ to $25\text{ °C}$ ($41\text{ °F}$ to $77\text{ °F}$) and protected from frost.
19. Where can one purchase ArmaProtect ABLF in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia?
    Gitco-sa.com, as an authorized distributor and partner of Armacell in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, would be a primary supplier for ArmaProtect ABLF. They would carry this product as part of Armacell’s extensive passive fire protection portfolio.
20. Why choose a specialized supplier like Gitco-sa.com for ArmaProtect ABLF in the Bahrain/Saudi Arabia?
    Choosing a specialist ensures access to genuine Armacell products with validated technical performance and compliance. Gitco-sa.com can provide critical technical expertise on product selection, precise installation methods, especially for complex mixed penetrations and structural joints, and ensure compliance with local fire safety codes and regulations, which are essential for ensuring the safety and integrity of buildings in the region.