Firestop Panel
Penetration Sealing for Fire and Smoke Containment

CharCoat FP

4-Hour Fire Rated Panel for Superior Passive Fire Protection

CharCoat FP is a high-performance firestop panel designed to maintain the fire resistance of walls and floors penetrated by building services such as cables, pipes, and ducts. Comprising a stone wool core sealed with CharCoat CC Coating on both faces, this panel provides a robust barrier against fire, smoke, and hot gases. It is engineered for use in demanding environments requiring up to 4 hours of fire protection.

Industries

Commercial Buildings

Industrial Plants

Infrastructure & Utilities

Power

Residential Buildings

What is CharCoat FP?

CharCoat FP is a high-performance firestop panel designed to maintain the fire resistance of walls and floors penetrated by building services such as cables, pipes, and ducts. Comprising a stone wool core sealed with CharCoat CC Coating on both faces, this panel provides a robust barrier against fire, smoke, and hot gases. It is engineered for use in demanding environments requiring up to 4 hours of fire protection.

How It Works

CharCoat FP leverages a stone wool core with excellent thermal insulation properties, combined with a specialized CharCoat CC Coating that forms a protective barrier. In a fire, the coating slows the heat transfer through the panel, reducing the rate at which the core heats up and acting as a heat sink for conductive penetrations like metal pipes. When paired with CharCoat IS Intumescent Sealant, it ensures a tight seal around services, preventing the passage of flames, smoke, and toxic gases. The system is rigorously tested to meet global fire safety standards.

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Certifications & Fire Test Performance

ULEU
EOTA
CE

 Standard/Test

Result

Fire Resistance Ratings

Up to 4 hours (240 minutes) for electrical cables and PVC/steel pipe penetrations.

Test Standards

Tested per EN 13501-2 for fire resistance in supporting constructions.

Key Features & Advantages

Fire Resistance: Up to 4 hours protection.

Versatile: Seals cables, metal & plastic pipes.

Eco-Compliant: Meets BREEAM M1, low emissions.

Non-Combustible: Stone wool core prevents fire spread.

Easy Install: Pre-coated boards save time.

Durable: CharCoat CC adds fire & smoke resistance.

Safe: No PBT/vPvB substances.

Long Life: 18 months shelf life (5°C–35°C).

Applications / Where to Use

Electrical cable penetrations in commercial and residential buildings.

PVC, steel, copper, and Alupex composite pipe penetrations in industrial and utility settings.

Mixed service penetrations in power plants and infrastructure projects.

Firestopping in flexible walls (minimum 75 mm thick) and rigid walls/floors (minimum 75 mm/150 mm thick).

Industries Served

Technical Specifications Table

Parameter

Value/Details

Fire Resistance

Up to 4 hours (EN 13501-2); EI 120 C/C (E 120) for Alupex pipes; E 120 for copper pipes

Application Method

Mechanical fixing with CharCoat IS Intumescent Sealant for service sealing

Coverage Rate

Coating: 1.3–1.4 kg/m²

Required Thickness (DFT)

Panel: 50 mm (standard); Coating: Factory-applied

Drying/Curing Time

Sealant: 3–6 days (depending on thickness and temperature); Max. 25 minutes (surface tack-free)

Color / Finish

White surface (coating), green core (panel)

Packaging Sizes/Formats

50 x 600 x 1200 mm panels; 64 pieces per pallet

Service Temperature

-30°C to +80°C (hardened); Application: -5°C to +50°C

VOC Content/Environmental

Compliant with BREEAM M1 Protocol; No PBT/vPvB substances

Certifications

EN 13501-2, BREEAM M1 Protocol

Downloads

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Information Videos

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Case Studies / Proof of Performance

Application of CharCoat CC on electrical cable trays in Nueva Vizcaya mining plant

Protecting Mineral Processing Infrastructure in the Philippines with 90-Minute Fire-Rated Cable Coating

Application of fire rated cable coating in Nueva Vizcaya mining processing plant

Securing Critical Electrical Infrastructure at a Philippine Mining Plant with 90-Minute Fire-Rated Cable Coating

CharCoat CC cable coating applied in Transgrid Central Sydney substation cable trench for passive fire protection and firebreak performance

Transgrid Central Sydney — Upgrading Fire Resilience in Australia’s Power Backbone with CharCoat CC

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Sustainability / Environmental Information

CharCoat FP is designed with environmental responsibility in mind

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