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From IPC – Now Part of Grace Construction ProductsFLAMESAFE ®PILLOWSINTUMESCENTFIRESTOPS THAT SEALOUT FIRE AND SMOKEFlameSafe ® PillowsGeneral DescriptionFlameSafe ® Pillows are a durable firestop productallowing easy access to cables, cable trays,and conduit for through-penetrations infire-rated walls.FlameSafe Pillows feature 4 lb. density mineral wool,incombustible components, intumescent agents andspecial fire-retardant additives encased in a polyethyleneliner. They are resistive to the environment and retaintheir properties and effectiveness when subjected toweather, temperature and atmospheric conditions.FlameSafe Pillows are sealed, effectively encasing theinner material to provide a dust-free environment. Thisfeature makes them suitable for clean rooms, hospitals,schools and for applications with sensitive data andcommunication equipment.Easy to install, these durable firestop pillows allowfor unlimited re-entry and function through a uniquephase reaction to intumesce and seal out fire and smoke.FEATURES• UL Classified• UL Systems for 1 and 2-hourfire ratings• Suitable for clean room applications• Water and weather resistant• Chemically inert/non-toxic• Quick and easy installation• Temporary/permanent use• Heat and fire reactive• Ideal for re-entry/retrofitinstallations includingtelecommunications andcomputer applications

ApplicationsFlameSafe Pillows are used as a firestop wherever penetrationoccurs through walls to maintain fire ratings up to 2hours. They may be used during the construction phase as atemporary firestop or left in place as a permanent firestop.These pillows have been approved for 1 and 2-hour gypsumwallboard and 2-hour concrete block wall assemblies. Theycan also be used for a max. 4" EMT conduit sleeve withdata communications cables or up to 24" x 6" center spinealuminum cable trays containing co-axial power cables,fiber optic cables and telecommunications cables. TheFlameSafe firestop pillows are a cost effective, clean solutionfor firestopping small power cables and data/telecommunicationscable which require retrofit.Applicable StandardsFlameSafe Pillows are approved by UnderwritersLaboratories Inc., for 1 and 2 hour rated systems, in accordancewith ASTM E814 (UL1479) Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops.Available in two sizes, FlameSafe Pillows are ideal forapplications where frequent retrofitting of cables is expected.InstallationWall Penetration: FlameSafe Pillows are installed widthwisea minimum 6" into the opening to achieve the appropriatefire rating. Pack tightly into opening and into gapsaround penetrants. Pillows can be rolled to adjust dimensionsto fit application.Storage and Installation Temperatures: FlameSafePillows can be installed at freezing temperatures and at hightemperatures while not effecting the fire-stopping propertiesof the FlameSafe Pillows. Normal installation and storagetemperatures are 40°F to 90°F (4°C to 32°C).BAPhysical PropertiesCColorAppearanceOdorSolubility in Water/Extreme Heat and/orExtreme ColdChemical ResistanceGasoline/OilRedPrinted polyethyleneshellsNoneUnaffected – InsolubleUnaffected – ExcellentUnaffected – ExcellentUnaffected – ExcellentUnaffected – ExcellentA. – UL CLASSIFIED STEEL OR WOOD STUD/FIRE-RATEDGYPSUM WALLBOARD ASSEMBLY.B. – MAX. 24 IN. WIDE x 6 IN. DEEP CENTER SPLINE ALU-MINUM CABLE TRAY.C. – MAX. 3 IN. CABLE DEPTH OF DATA/TELEPHONECOMMUNICATION CABLES.D. – FLAMESAFE PILLOW APPLIED AT A MIN. 6 IN. DEPTHINTO THE ANNULAR SPACE OF THE WALL.FlameSafe Pillows (Wall Assembly)UL System WL 4030 – 1 and 2 HourD

ABCEstimating Guide(At 25% Compression)Fill the circumference of the penetrating item (cable tray,etc.) with FSPIL1 and fill the remaining area with FSPIL2.Percentage of6 Inch DepthCatalog Opening Approx. CoverageNumber Bag Will Fill Square Inches (in 2 )FSPIL2 80% (.80) 13.5FSPIL1 20% (.20) 6.75A. – UL CLASSIFIED STEEL OR WOOD STUD/FIRE-RATEDGYPSUM WALLBOARD ASSEMBLY.B. – FS 1900, 0 TO 1/2 IN. ANNULAR SPACE.C. – DATA/TELEPHONE COMMUNICATION CABLES.D. – FLAMESAFE PILLOW.FlameSafe Pillows (Wall Assembly)UL System WL 3118 – 1 and 2 HourAD1. Figure square inches of opening to be firestopped(W x H). Approximations based on blank opening,subtract area occupied by penetrants from total areaof opening.2. Using the chart above, for each bag size, multiplytotal square inches of opening by the percentage ofopening each bag size will fill. Next divide this sumby the square inch coverage given for each bag size.Round all answers up to the nearest whole number(bag). This will give you the total number of each bagsize to order.3. Example: 12 x 12 in. opening = 144 sq. in.FSPIL2FSPIL1144 sq. in. x .80 = 115.2 sq. in.115.2 sq. in. ÷ 13.5 sq. in. = 8.5 sq. in. = 9 FSPIL2144 sq. in. x .20 = 28.8 sq. in.22.6 sq. in. ÷ 6.75 sq. in. = 4.2 sq. in. = 5 FSPIL1BCAvailabilityFlameSafe Pillows are available in two sizes throughauthorized Grace Construction Products distributors.Cat. No.DimensionsA. – MIN. 6 IN. CONCRETE BLOCK OR CMU WALL.B. – MAX. 24 IN. WIDE x 6 IN. DEEP CENTER SPLINE ALU-MINUM CABLE TRAY.C. – MAX. 3 IN. CABLE DEPTH OF DATA/TELEPHONECOMMUNICATION CABLES.D. – FLAMESAFE PILLOW APPLIED AT A MIN. 6 IN. DEPTHINTO THE ANNULAR SPACE OF THE WALL.DFSPIL1FSPIL26" x 9" x 1" (152 mm x 229 mm x 25 mm)6" x 9" x 2" (152 mm x 229 mm x 51 mm)FlameSafe Pillows (Wall Assembly)UL System WJ 4025 – 2 Hour

MaintenanceApplications using FlameSafe Pillows are maintenancefree, however, installations should beinspected periodically for accidental damage, andrepaired as per the original approved design.WarrantyAll statements, technical information, and recommendationscontained herein are based ontests we believe to be reliable. However, sincethe conditions of use and applications arebeyond our control, Grace ConstructionProducts shall not be liable for any damage,direct or consequential, resulting from the useof this material or design. Grace ConstructionProduct’s only warranty shall be to replace anyof its products found to be defective.Technical SupportGrace Construction Products provides toll-freetechnical support for all its products, includingFlameSafe Pillows. Please call 1-800-898-7976for assistance in product selection or detailedspecifications and approvals. We provide engineeringanalysis for unique firestopping applications,including system design drawings suitablefor submittals. Material Safety Data Sheets arealso available. You can also reach us at our Website: http://www.flamesafe.com.DISTRIBUTED BY:Grace Construction Products offers distribution throughoutthe world. Please call for more information.Visit our website at: www.graceconstruction.comW. R. Grace & Co.–Conn., 1330 Industry Road, Hatfield, PA 19440 Toll Free: (800) 334-8796 Tel: (215) 362-9020 Toll Free Fax: (888) 531-5192E-mail info@flamesafe.comFLAMESAFE is a registered trademark of W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn.We hope the information given here will be helpful. It is based on data and knowledge considered to be true and accurate and is offered for the user’s consideration,investigation and verification. Nothing contained herein constitutes a representation but we do not warrant the results to be obtained. Please read all statements,recommendations or suggestions in conjunction with our Conditions of Sale which apply to all goods supplied by us. No statement, recommendation or suggestion isintended for any use which would infringe any patent or copyright. Grace Construction Products. W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn. 62 Whittemore Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140.These products may be covered by patents or patents pending. © 2000 W.R. Grace & Co.-Conn. FS-180 (R1) 5M 9/00