DC5040 has been evaluated for use as a fire-protective coating for wood-based products. The coating has been evaluated as part of a fire-resistance-rated assembly and for interior finish. The fire resistance, surface burning characteristics, durability, and effects on mechanical properties of the I-joist comply with the intent of the provisions of the following codes and regulations:
- 2018, 2015 and 2012 International Residential Code® (IRC)
Product Listing
DC5040 is a water based thin film intumescent coating used to provide fire resistance to engineered wood framing members such as I-Joists.
- ASTM E119 “Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials”.
- ASTM E84 “Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials”.
- ASTM E84 “Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials”, extended 20 minutes.
- ASTM E2768 “Extended Duration Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials (30 Min Tunnel Test) “.
Technical Documents
DC5040 Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Ensuring Paint Variable Viscosity
CA 1350 VOC (Compliance for Schools and High Occupancy)
Warranty
Safety Data Sheets
DC5040 Safety Data Sheet SDS USA
Certified Applicator Program
DC5040 is a water based thin film intumescent coating providing fire resistance to I-Joist and engineered wood framing members. Applied to the I-Joist only, once the I-Joist are installed, DC5040 provides equivalence to the 2-by-10-dimension lumber prescribed in Section R302.13, Exception 4 of the 2015 IRC® and Section R501.3, Exception 4 of the 2012 IRC®.
DC5040 has been fire tested in accordance with a full-scale ASTM E-119 and meets the fire testing requirements of ICC-ES AC14.
SAVE MONEY USING DC5040
National averages confirm that the cost per sq. ft. to install a coating vs. ½” Gypsum is about the same. Given the fact that, when using DC5040, all you must coat is the I-Joist you reduce the square footage required to be protected by 20-30% over the installation of Gypsum and hence reduce the overall cost by 20-30%!!
| Finish Color | Flat White |
| V.O.C. | 37 g/L |
| Solids By Volume | 67% |
| Specific Gravity | 1.35+/-0.05 g/cc |
| Drying Time | @77° F & 50% R.H. – To touch 1 – 2 hours, to recoat, if required, 2 to 4 hours |
| Flash Point | None |
| Reducing or Cleaning | Water |
| Shelf Life | 1 year from date of manufacture in unopened containers and stored at 10°C to 27°C (50°F to 80°F) |
| 5 Gal. Container Weight | 58 lbs. |