Sika® Backer Rod Fire is a circular, compressible, mineral wool based backing rod wrapped with a glass fibre yarn.

Sika® Backer Rod Fire is used as a:

• Backing rod for fire resistant joint sealing in horizontal and vertical building structure applications.
  
  
• Backing rod in conjunction with any Sika sealant including any Sika owned brands.

Please note:

• The Product may only be used by experienced professionals.

Advantages

• Easy to apply.
• Up to 4 hours fire resistance depending on the configuration.
• Adapts to joint width and alignment irregularities.
• Helps to regulate the sealant profile.

Colour

Product Information

Chemical Base

Shelf Life

Storage Conditions

The product must be stored in original, unopened and undamaged packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between -20 °C and +70 °C. Always refer to packaging.

Dimensions

Reference must be made to limitations regarding dimensions and configuration described in the ETA 23/0088.

The Product must be installed at a minimum compression rate of 15 %.

Select the correct diameter using the following table:

Density

~250 kg/m³

Technical Information

Resistance to fire

A1                                            (EN 13501-1)

Data Sheets

Product Data Sheet 

Packaging

The above information is based on current test data, health and safety information and application instructions supplied by our suppliers and manufacturers of the products. It is supplied for guidance and to the best of our knowledge is true and accurate. Customers should satisfy themselves to the suitability of the products in its intended use and no guarantee is given or implied as the conditions of actual use are beyond our control. If in doubt the customer should consult the designer of the project or the local building control. 

Fire Stopping Shop, disclaim any liability for loss, damage or other expense which may arise from the use of this information, data or products refereed to and reserve the right to amend or change any details without notice. This statement does not affect your statuary rights.