CharCoat CC is a water-based, intumescent latex coating designed to protect single, grouped, or bundled electrical cables from fire. It offers proven fire resistance performance up to 90 minutes under both cellulosic (750°C) and hydrocarbon (1100°C) fire conditions.
Formulated as a flexible, low-VOC solution, CharCoat CC prevents flame spread, maintains cable ampacity, and safeguards circuits in critical infrastructure. It is engineered to protect against real-world fire threats in industrial, marine, and commercial environments—both indoors and outdoors.
CharCoat CC is a water-based, intumescent latex coating designed to protect single, grouped, or bundled electrical cables from fire. It offers proven fire resistance performance up to 90 minutes under both cellulosic (750°C) and hydrocarbon (1100°C) fire conditions.
Formulated as a flexible, low-VOC solution, CharCoat CC prevents flame spread, maintains cable ampacity, and safeguards circuits in critical infrastructure. It is engineered to protect against real-world fire threats in industrial, marine, and commercial environments—both indoors and outdoors.
When exposed to fire or heat above 175°C, CharCoat CC expands up to 600–700%, forming a thick, protective intumescent char that insulates and shields the cable. This self-sacrificing layer prevents flame spread, inhibits oxygen access to the cable surface, and retains circuit integrity.
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Standard/Test
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Result
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IEC 60331-11 / 60331-21
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90 min @ 750°C & 1100°C on HV Power Cable (5kV–8kV)
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ASTM E84 (UL723)
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Flame Spread: 0, Smoke Developed: 15
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Radiant Heat Test
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127 minutes at 957°C – No failure
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BS6853 / BS476 Part 6 & 7
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Class “0” flame spread; low smoke and toxicity
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LOI (ASTM D2863)
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89 – Exceptional flame retardance
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Salt Water Immersion
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Passed
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Rodent Resistance
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Passed
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LEED Credit
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VOC Content: 19g/L (Compliant)
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UV Stability (ASTM G155)
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100% UV resistant – 25 years exterior durability
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Parameter
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Value / Details
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Fire Resistance
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Up to 90 minutes @ 750°C and 1100°C
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Application Method
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Brush, roller, or airless spray
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Coverage Rate
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~3.82 kg/m² (1.6mm DFT)
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Required DFT
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1.6mm (Fire), 0.5mm (UV only)
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Drying Time
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Touch dry: 2 hrs, Full cure: 24–72 hr
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Color / Finish
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White, matte finish
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Packaging
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22.5 kg (5 gallon plastic pails)
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Service Temperature
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-40°C to +60°C (post-cure)
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VOC Content
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19 g/L (LEED-compliant)
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Shelf Life
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18 months (unopened)
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Certifications
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ETA per ETAG 026-2 and 3, EN ISO 10140-2:2010, EMICODE EC1PLUS
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CharCoat CC is water-based, non-toxic, halogen-free, and low VOC for a safer work environment and easier regulatory compliance.
