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BURN BARRIER™ NO. 10-10

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BURN BARRIER™ – 10-10 is a solvent-based intumescent fire retardant paint and is manufactured in accordance with Federal Specification TT-P-26C. It is designed for use on interior surfaces. The coating dries quickly to a velvety flat finish, having the appearance of conventional paint. Upon exposure to fire, BURN BARRIER™ – 10-10 puffs up (intumesces), forming a dense cellular foam layer. This foam layer greatly reduces the surface burning characteristics of combustible materials and retards the penetration of heat to metal surfaces.

Product Type: Intumescent Coating, Solventborne Coating

Features: Fast Drying, Flame Resistant

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Concrete, Wood

Application Method: Brush, Roller, Spray

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Ready-to-Use Product Features

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Surface preparation

Surface preparation should be carried out according to good painting practices. All dirt, grease, oil, wax, rust and other foreign matter must be removed.

New Surfaces: New wood, fiberboard and other surfaces having uneven or excessive porosity should be sealed with No. 3001 Alkyd Primer, and allowed to dry a minimum of 16 hours before applying BURN BARRIER 10-10. New drywall, plaster and masonry surfaces should be internally dry and cured. Prime with No. 3003 Acrylic Primer, and allow to dry overnight before applying BURN BARRIER 10-10. New metal surfaces must be primed. Apply No. 3004 Universal Primer or No. 3005 Two Component Epoxy Primer. Allow to dry 16 hours or until hard, before applying BURN BARRIER™ 10-10.

Previously Painted Surfaces: BURN BARRIER™ 10-10 may be applied directly to existing paint that is tightly adherent and in good condition.All glossy surfaces should be dulled with sandpaper. Spot prime where necessary with appropriate primers as shown above, before application of BURN BARRIER™ 10-10.

Recommended Uses

For application to all interior combustible surfaces where it is either necessary or desirous to reduce the surface burning characteristics of combustible materials, also, on metal surfaces to retard the penetration of heat.

Used by
  • Schools
  • Colleges
  • Nursing Homes
  • Child Care Centers
  • Hospitals
  • Penal Institutions
  • Apartments
  • Hotels
  • Factories
  • Warehouses
  • Retail Stores
  • Restaurants
  • Utilities
  • Railroad
  • Transportation Companies
  • Oil and Chemical Installations
  • Military Installations
  • Facilities where Class "A" fire retardant coatings are required
Topcoating

Topcoating is not necessary for most applications however, on surtaces requiring maximum washability and cleansibility, No. 10-10 should be topcoated with Flame Control No. 40- 40A Low-Gloss Latex Fire Resistant Coating.

Application Procedure

Mix paint thoroughly by boxing or stirring. No. 10-10 can be applied by brush, roller, airless or conventional heavy-duty spray equipment. Apply using a full bodied coat at the recommended coverage rates. To conform with — surface burning characteristics established for this paint, dilution of the paint should be compensated with reduced coverage rates. Do not apply when surface or air temperature is below 50°F (10°C).

Conventional Spray Application
Air Supply 12 CFM, 50 psi at nozzle, fluid 15-20 psi
Gun Graco 217-800 to 217-816
Type External Mix
Reduction Up to 7%
Airless Spray Application
Pump Mauler II  (minimum)
Fluid Pressure 2500 psi
Strainer 80 mesh
Fluid Hose 1/4" diameter
Gun G - 10N
Tip 0.020 - 0.026
Reduction Up to 7%

Properties

Cure Type
Solvent Evoperation
Reducer/Cleaner
Mineral Spirits or VM & Naphtha
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Finish (60°C)max. 5Units-
Spreading Rate (7 mils wet, 3.8 mils dry)190 - 230sq. ft./gal. -
V.O.C.max. 3.2lbs./gal. -
Volume Solids47 - 51%-
Weight Solids68 - 72%-
Touch Dry Time (77°F, 50% RH)30.0min-
handle Dry Time (77°F, 50% RH)6 - 8h-
Recoating/ Topcoating Drying Time(77°F, 50% RH)24.0h-
Flash Point104.0°FPensky-Martens Closed Cup

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

Technical Details & Test Data

Performance Information
  • Class "A" fire-rated; has also been fire tested for periods up to 60 minutes
  • Complies with federal, state, local building and fire code requirements
  • Dries by solvent evaporation to a tough, hard, velvety flat finish
  • Does not leach (lose fire retardancy) on exposure to high humidity
  • Meets all present lead and ecological regulations - Photochemically non-reactive according to Rule 102
Test Data
Coating System Details Classification/rating (When Applied to Douglas Fir)
Flame Spread (ASTM E-84) Smoke Spread (ASTM E-84)
Primer None 10 15
Base Coat  Type 10-10 applied in one coat at 230 sq. ft./U.S. gal. (5.6 m²/L) 
Top Coat None
Primer None 10 15
Base Coat  Type 10-10 applied in one coat at 190 sq. ft./U.S. gal. (5.6 m²/L) 
Top Coat None
Test Data - 60 Minutes
Coating System Details Classification/rating (When Applied to Douglas Fir)
Flame Spread (ASTM E-84) Smoke Spread (ASTM E-84)
Primer None 0 15
Base Coat  Type 10-10 applied in one coat at 250 sq. ft./U.S. gal. (6.1 m²/L) 
Top Coat None

Packaging & Availability

Packaging
  • 1 gal. container
  • 5 gal. container
  • weight/gal - 10.3 - 10.7 Ibs.
  • Shipping Weight - 4 gals - 46 lbs.
  • Shipping Weight - 5 gals - 56 lbs.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
6.0
Handling

The liquid coating contains volatile solvents. Due care must be exercised during and after application. Adequate ventilation must be provided during and after application until the coating is dry. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Do not smoke - extinguish all flames, pilot lights and heaters - turn off stoves, electric tools, and appliances, and any other source of ignition. Avoid contact with skin and breathing of vapor or spray mist. Close container after use. Do not take internally.