TECHNICAL INFORMATION
A semi durable flame retardant finish for cotton fabric.
GENERAL PROPERTIES
- Gives a semi durable flame retardant finish on cellulosic woven and knitted fabric.
- Meets the requirements of the Furniture Regulations Schedule 3, using BS 5852 Crib 5 on cotton interlining after a water soak according to BS 5651.
- Passes the cigarette and match ignitability tests with BS 5852 on cotton after a water soak.
- Has good thermal stability and therefore can be dried at temperature up to 160ºC, without yellowing.
- Can be combined with selected thermoplastic resins, self-cross linking resins, softeners and wetting
agents.
- Is fast to dry cleaning with solvents.
- Does not cause corrosion.
- Free of halogens, heavy metals and formaldehyde.
- Does not require a catalyst.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
| Appearance |
Colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Chemical Constitution |
Organic compound |
| pH |
6.0 - 7.0 |
| Density (20°C) |
1.18 g/cm3 |
| Solubilty |
Soluble in cold water in all proportions. |
| Storage |
Can be stored for at least 12 months in closed containers at ambient temperatures |
SPECIAL ADVICE
- Flamgard FMB is capable of withstanding a water soak, but is not resistant to a machine-washing cycle.
- In order to obtain the maximum effect, the bath pH must be adjusted between 6 and 7 with acetic acid.
- The treated fabric must be fully dried prior to the to the baking stage in order to avoid loss of chemicals.
PROCESSING
Preparation of the cloth is important in order to achieve full hydrophility. The addition of a small amount of wetting agent is advised.
Flamgard FMB should be added to the bath under stirring.
It is important that drying is carried out at between 100ºC and 130ºC, followed by final baking at 150ºC for 5 minutes or up to 160ºC for 1-2 minutes.
APPLICATION
Flame Retardant Furnishing Fabric (BS5852, Cigarette and Match)
| 300 - 600 g/l |
Flamgard FMB |
| 1.0 - 2.0 g/l |
Bioterge JR |
When a combined Easy Care finish is required, small amounts of a melamine formaldehyde resin such as Durapret MF can be used. It should be noted that glyoxal resins must not be used.
Flame Retardant Interlining (Schedule 3 BS 5852, crib 5)
| 600 - 800 g/l |
Flamgard FMB |
| 1.0 - 2.0 g/l |
Bioterge JR |
PACKAGING
120 Kg Plastic Drum
Note:
The information is not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which we assume legal responsibility nor as permission or recommendation to practice any patented invention without a license. It is offered solely for your consideration, investigation and verification. |
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