Ch. 8 * (Firestopping) Flashcards
Secondary functions of fire stop seals
Resists explosion
Compartmentation
Passive
Surviving fire test
Component dimensions
Anchoring
Fire-qualified components (selection)
Except “cost”
Qualified electrical apparatus
Except “conduit”
F rating
Hose stream
L rating
Air leakage
W rating
Water leakage
Additional fire stop testing
Except “fire stops do not add to load bearing capacity of structure”
Fire stop categories
Mechanical
Non-mechanical
Sleeve systems provide
Except “cable management”
Poke-through test methods
Small-scale fire
Mechanical and electrical integrity
Use putty when ___
Future entry is required
Putty
Pad
Putty Pads have ___
Excellent sound attenuation properties
Intumescent
Swell
Endothermic
Absorb
Ablative
Hard char
Fire stop caulk is best for ___
Permanent installations
Silicone foams are used for ___
Large openings
Pillows
Temporary
Bags
Poultry fencing
Glass fiber melting point
1200° F
Firewall penetrations should not exceed ___
16 sq” in a single stud bay
100 sq’ of total wall area