Closed Cell Foam Backer Rod

Fillpro hot rod xl backer rod formerly itp hot rod xl is an extruded round closed cell low density pe foam material which has been specially crosslinked to withstand temperatures in excess of 400 f 204 c.

Closed cell foam backer rod.

Fillpro soft type is a unique bi cellular construction that offers high compressibility but has a closed cell outer skin to resist moisture. The material will not stain absorb moisture nor adhere to sealant materials and is non exuding. Closed cell backer rod sikaflex 10 1 oz. Crack flex concrete sealant m d building products 5 8 in.

Mile high foam is a closed cell polyethylene backer rod serving as a backing for elastomeric and other applied caulking sealants mile high foam controls the depth and amount of sealant required. Open cell backer rods may not be ideal for sealants that are susceptible to bubbling of air escaping the backer rod material. Closed cell backer rod is a domestic end product as defined in the buy american act title 41 usc 10. Backer rod is available in two basic forms.

The backer rod becomes an integral part of the joint into which it is installed and therefore is available in a range of diameters to accommodate. A backer rod for cold applied sealants. It is compatible with cold applied sealants and its round shape promotes the preferred hour glass shape for joint sealants. For joints susceptible to the presence of moisture prior to joint sealing such as horizontal joints.

Crl closed cell backer rod is a round flexible closed cell polyethylene foam with an exterior skin used as a backing and thickness control device for elastomeric and other cold applied sealants. It helps the sealant assume the optimum shape to prolong service life and acts as a barrier to the flow of sealant through the joint. It is chemically inert and will resist oil gasoline and most other solvents. A closed cell polyethylene flexible rope like foam joint backing material the material is virtually non absorbent and chemically inert to most solvents.

Mile high foam also forms the correct hour glass shape of sealant assuring the contractor and owner the best adhesion and cohesion configuration possible. Closed cell backer rod will not absorb water or wick water to joint walls which could cause adhesive failure. It helps prevent 3 sided adhesion while allowing you to control the depth of the sealant. Standard backer rod suitable for glazing installations window door applications expansion joints curtain wall joints partitions log construction.

For cold application processes choose kool rod backer rod produced by w.