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Proofex Torchseal

3P & 4P

constructive solutions

Torch applied bitumen waterproofing


membrane
Uses

Properties
Test

Proofex Torchseal 3P & 4P are used as a waterproofing

Membrane thickness +/- 5%

and damp-proof membrane for:

4P
4mm

(ASTM D/51)

Concrete and timber roofs

Concrete floor slabs

Reinforcement base

180 gsm/m2
Polyester mat

Softening point (R + B) of the

Basement tanks, tunnels and subways

Car park deck slabs

Reinforced Concrete water excluding structures

1570C

coating mixture
(ASTM D/36)
Penetration (DOW) of coating

16 20 dmm

mixture (ASTM D5)

Advantages

3P
3mm

Flexibility at

low temperature

High strength reinforcement gives excellent resistance

(UEAtc)

to puncture and stress.

Tensile strength

Easily torch applied and bonds well to substrates.

Readily formed to contours.

Dimensionally stable.

No cracking

Longitudinal (UEAtc)

820 N/5cm

Transverse (ASTM D146)

600 N/5cm

Elongation of membrane

Description

Longitudinal (UEAtc)

50%

Transverse (ASTM D146)

60%

Tear resistance

Proofex Torchseal 3P & 4P are quality, torch applied,

Longitudinal (UEAtc)

180 N

membranes manufactured from premium grade heavily

Transverse (ASTM D4073)

180 N

modified bitumen, reinforced with a core of non-woven

Lap joint strength

polyester fabric. The core has a weight of 180 gms/m2, it

Longitudinal (UEAtc)

750 N

does not rot and is malleable.

Transverse (CGSB-37-GP56m)

550 N

Load strain

The core gives the membrane its excellent mechanical

Longitudinal (CGSB-37-GP56m)

properties, allows for good elongation, and affords high

Transverse

resistance to piercing. The chemical resistance of Proofex

Impermeability of the membrane

Torchseal 3P & 4P makes it particularly suitable for

to water (UNI 8202)

tanking applications in areas where aggressive ground

Water vapour permeability

water conditions prevail.

41,000
36,000
Absolutely
impermeable
Nil

(ASTM E96)

Specification
The waterproofing membrane shall be a high performance

Resistance to aging due to UV

No signs of

radiation (ASTM G53)

deterioration

torch applied 3mm / 4mm thick membrane, manufactured

Resistance to thermal hydro

No signs of

from

shock (ASTM G53)

deterioration

high

quality

polymer

modified

bituminous

compounds and reinforced with non woven polyester


fabric, weighing 180 g/m2.

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Proofex Torchseal
3P & 4P
Technical Support

Important: Bitumen should flow out of joint sides and then

Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance

seams need to be thoroughly sealed by smearing hot

high quality, construction products. In addition to a wide

bitumen with hot trowel to ensure watertightness. This will

range of quality products, Fosroc offers a technical

also help reduce raised ridges.

smeared with trowel to ensure watertight seal. Any lap

support package to specifiers and contractors which

Details

includes assistance with product selection and technical


advice from staff with unrivalled experience in the industry.

Some of the common details are available on the

Application Instructions

'Torchseal Details' datasheet. More are available on


request.

Tools

Durability

The tools and equipment required to apply Proofex

Durability when used as DPC Layer

Torchseal membrane include a propane gas torch with


related gas cylinder, a knife for cutting the membrane to

Proofex Torchseal will comply with the 50 year durability

size, a trowel with a rounded tip. Protective glasses and

requirements of the Building Code.

goggles are highly necessary when applying the gas

Durability when used as a roofing membrane

torch.
When used as a roofing membrane Proofex Torchseal will

Priming

have an estimated durability of 20 years when applied as

The surface of the area to be waterproofed should be free

a 2 layer system. It must however be checked annually for

of dust, dirt and protruding nibs. Porous substrates should

any damage, cracking etc. In other applications durability

be coated with Proofex Primer at an application rate of 5-

will vary depending on conditions and use. Contact Fosroc

for further details.

6m /litre according to the porosity of the surface. The


Proofex Primer should be allowed to dry until it is tack free

Limitations

prior to application of the membrane. All surfaces must be


re-primed if left for more than 24 hours prior to application

Only for uses as described in the Uses section of this

of Proofex Torchseal membranes.

datasheet. One layer systems are less durable than two


layer systems. Proofex Torchseal may be used for

Application

remedial roof applications.

The membrane is unrolled and placed in the correct

Because the conditions vary from site to site the durability

position where it is to be torched on later. During each

of Proofex Torchseal may be affected also and this must

stage, each roll must overlap the next layer at least 100

be checked prior to application of Proofex Torchseal.

mm.

Overheating of Proofex Torchseal will cause crystallization

The membrane is then re-rolled again without changing

and therefore affect the waterproof bond.

the given orientation, then it is slowly unrolled again, and


its surface lightly heated, transversely, by means of
propane gas torch, thus causing surface melting and
subsequent adhesion to the surface. End joints should be
made with a minimum of 150 mm overlap.
When used as a DPC, Proofex Torchseal should be
protected by Proofex Guardsheet for walls, and by using a
sand/cement screed or fibre cement boards for floors.
There are a variety of details on any one job. Refer to the
Proofex Torchseal Details datasheet.

constructive solutions

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Proofex Torchseal
3P & 4P
Estimating

Precautions

Supply

Health and Safety

Proofex Torchseal 3P & 4P:

1m x 10m rolls

Proofex Torchseal Membrane: There are no known health

Proofex Primer

20 & 200 litre drums

hazards associated with Proofex Torchseal in normal use.

Proofex Primer: Flammable. Keep away from sources of

Finish

ignition. No smoking. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with


Sand finish, uncoated plain membrane or slated (mineral)

skin and if swallowed.

surface available on request.


Avoid contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of vapour.
Sand or plain finish must be coated with Resene, Silvalusta, Shell Bituminous Aluminium paint, or equivalent to

Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face


protection. Use only in well ventilated areas.

maintain exterior durability.


Fire
Storage
Proofex Torchseal and Protection Board are flammable.
Proofex Torchseal has a shelf in excess of 12 months if
stored in a cool dry area.

Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke in the


presence of these products. Proofex Primer contains volatile
flammable solvents. Use only in ventilated areas, well away
from any ignition source
.

Important note

Fosroc Sdn. Bhd.


No 8 Jalan Trompet, 33/8
Seksyen 33, 40400 Shah Alam
Selangor, Malaysia
Branch Office:
215B Argyll Rd, 10050 Penang
Malaysia

www.fosroc.com

Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the
Supply of Goods and Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that any advice,
recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control
over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products, whether or
not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

telephone:
+60 3 5191 5660

fax:
+60 3 5191 6960

+60 4 228 7464

+60 4 228 0901

email:
malaysia@fosroc.com

2413-2005-AQ-SINRVA

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