Intumescent Fire Collar for Plastic Pipes | QWR
Description
Description
The QWR Fire Collar consists of a continuous pressed stainless steel flexible shell containing high performance graphite based intumescent material which reacts under the influence of heat to exert pressure on the pipe as it softens to form a carbonaceous char which provides an effective insulation plug thus preventing fire passing through to the adjoining compartment.
The QWR Intumescent Fire Collar has been rigorously tested to BS EN 1366-3 (the fire resistance test standard for service penetrations) and classified to EN 13501-2 (fire classification of construction products and building elements). The QWR Intumescent Fire Collar has been fire tested in a variety of applications with some achieving 240 minutes* Integrity and Insulation fire resistance (EI 240), delivering a reliable penetration seal for plastic pipes through walls and floors.
The QWR Fire Collar has built in fixing lugs which are used to secure it to the structure.
*EI 240 was achieved using specific testing configurations. Please check the tested scope of application to ensure suitability for specific site conditions.
Standards & Approvals
Standards & Approvals
The QWR Intumescent Fire Collars should be used where a plastic pipe penetrates a fire-rated wall or floor.
- For vertical pipework, one unit is to be installed to the underside of the floor.
- For horizontal pipework, one unit is to be fitted to both sides of the wall.
The surface where the QWR Intumescent Fire Collar is fitted to must be clean and free of loose debris/dust. Any irregularities between the QWR and the supporting construction, and between the pipe and supporting construction, should be filled by applying QuelStop Intumescent Acrylic Sealant.
The aperture for the plastic pipe should be drilled as close as possible to the outside diameter of the plastic pipe, and aperture sizes are described in the “Specification Details” table shown further below on this page.
If the apertures are drilled too large, then additional Quelfire products such as QF2 Fire Protection Compound or QuelStop Fire Batt will be required, so care and communication between trades is the key to a simple installation.
The QWR Intumescent Fire Collar should be fed around the plastic pipe, securing the ends together by passing the tongues on one end through the slots on the other end. The tongues should then be bent back, and the unit secured to the structure using the correct fixings through all the lugs.
(It is not a tested solution to not use all the lugs, so space should be allowed for the fixing of the QWR Intumescent Fire Collar during design and installation of the pipework.)
A full set of installation details and a step-by-step guide are available, and we recommend you check all available data before commencing installation, but in principle, the QWR Intumescent Fire Collar can be fixed as follows:
- To concrete and masonry walls and floors using M8x60mm steel sleeve anchors.
- To plasterboard fire rated partitions using through bolts or M6x65mm steel hollow wall anchors (to suit the correct plasterboard thickness).
- To QuelStop Fire Batt using steel pigtail screws.
- To QF2 Fire protection compound using M6 X 36mm steel sleeve anchors.
*Please note that custom made items can expect to have longer lead times. Next working day is typical but can depend on outside factors not controlled by Quelfire.
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CE Mark
CE marking logo shows that a product meets the health, safety, and environmental requirements of the European Economic Area (EEA) and can be freely traded within the EEA market. CE marking is a voluntary requirement for passive protection penetration seals.
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BS EN 1366-3 tested
The Warringtonfire logo is evidence that this product was BS EN 1366-3 fire resistance tested at a Warringtonfire accredited test laboratory.
Product Info & Features
Product Information
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Composition | The QWR Fire Collars consist of a continuous pressed stainless steel flexible shell containing high-performance graphite-based intumescent material. This reacts under heat to exert pressure on the pipe as it softens, forming a carbonaceous char that creates an effective insulation plug, preventing fire from passing through to the adjoining compartment. The QWR Fire Collar also has built-in fixing lugs for secure installation. |
| Durability | Tested to Type X durability, meaning the QWR Fire Collars are suitable for installation in environments exposed to weathering. |
Features & Benefits
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Fire resistance tested to BS EN 1366-3
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Classified according to EN 13501-2
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Up to 4-hour integrity & insulation fire resistance rating (EI 240*)
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Approved for a variety of plastic pipe types including U-PVC, PE, HDPE, MDPE, ABS, SAN-PVC, PE-X & PP
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Available for 25-160mm diameter pipes
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Can be retrofitted
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Perf Type X durability rated product
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Compatible with the QuelStop System – QuelStop Fire Batt & QF2 Fire Protection Compound
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Tested for use on concrete and masonry floors & walls
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Tested for use on flexible walls – fire rated partition walls
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Tested on a plasterboard ceiling/timber floor in accordance with the principles of BS EN 1366-3
Product Information
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Composition | The QWR Fire Collars consist of a continuous pressed stainless steel flexible shell containing high-performance graphite-based intumescent material. This reacts under heat to exert pressure on the pipe as it softens, forming a carbonaceous char that creates an effective insulation plug, preventing fire from passing through to the adjoining compartment. The QWR Fire Collar also has built-in fixing lugs for secure installation. |
| Durability | Tested to Type X durability, meaning the QWR Fire Collars are suitable for installation in environments exposed to weathering. |
Features & Benefits
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Fire resistance tested to BS EN 1366-3
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Classified according to EN 13501-2
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Up to 4-hour integrity & insulation fire resistance rating (EI 240*)
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Approved for a variety of plastic pipe types including U-PVC, PE, HDPE, MDPE, ABS, SAN-PVC, PE-X & PP
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Available for 25-160mm diameter pipes
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Can be retrofitted
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Perf Type X durability rated product
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Compatible with the QuelStop System – QuelStop Fire Batt & QF2 Fire Protection Compound
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Tested for use on concrete and masonry floors & walls
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Tested for use on flexible walls – fire rated partition walls
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Tested on a plasterboard ceiling/timber floor in accordance with the principles of BS EN 1366-3
*Achieved using specific testing configurations. Please check the tested scope of application.
Specification Details
| Product Code | Pipe Size (mm) | Approx. Space Needed Around Pipe (mm) | Recommended Hole Diameter (mm) | QWR Length (mm) |
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| QWR25/CE | 25Ø | 40 | 27Ø | 50 |
| QWR32/CE | 32Ø | 40 | 34Ø | 50 |
| QWR40/CE | 40Ø | 35 | 42Ø | 50 |
| QWR50/CE | 50Ø | 35 | 52Ø | 50 |
| QWR55/CE | 55Ø | 35 | 57Ø | 50 |
| QWR63/CE | 63Ø | 55 | 65Ø | 50 |
| QWR75/CE | 75Ø | 50 | 77Ø | 50 |
| QWR82/CE | 82Ø | 40 | 84Ø | 50 |
| QWR90/CE | 90Ø | 50 | 92Ø | 50 |
| QWR110/CE | 110Ø | 40 | 112Ø | 50 |
| QWR125/CE | 125Ø | 45 | 132Ø | 50 |
| QWR160/CE | 160Ø | 50 | 162Ø | 50 |
| Product Code | Pipe Size (mm) | Approx. Space Needed Around Pipe (mm) | Recommended Hole Diameter (mm) | QWR Length (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QWR25/CE | 25Ø | 40 | 27Ø | 50 |
| QWR32/CE | 32Ø | 40 | 34Ø | 50 |
| QWR40/CE | 40Ø | 35 | 42Ø | 50 |
| QWR50/CE | 50Ø | 35 | 52Ø | 50 |
| QWR55/CE | 55Ø | 35 | 57Ø | 50 |
| QWR63/CE | 63Ø | 55 | 65Ø | 50 |
| QWR75/CE | 75Ø | 50 | 77Ø | 50 |
| QWR82/CE | 82Ø | 40 | 84Ø | 50 |
| QWR90/CE | 90Ø | 50 | 92Ø | 50 |
| QWR110/CE | 110Ø | 40 | 112Ø | 50 |
| QWR125/CE | 125Ø | 45 | 132Ø | 50 |
| QWR160/CE | 160Ø | 50 | 162Ø | 50 |
Standard Installation Detail Examples
| File | |
|---|---|
| QWR-FW100-01 | Plastic Pipe Penetrating a Flexible Wall | View |
| QWR-FW100-04 | Plastic Vent Ducts Penetrating a Flexible Wall | View |
| QWR-FW100-05 | Data Cables Penetrating a Flexible Wall | View |
| QWR-PC230-01 | Plastic Pipe Penetrating a Plasterboard Timber Framed Ceiling | View |
| QWR-PC242-01 | Plastic Pipe Penetrating a Plasterboard Timber Framed Ceiling | View |
Browse More Tested Details
We have listed just five examples of tested details using the QWR Fire Collar, though there are more available. In total, our standard installation details library contains over 600 tested details across our full product range.
Videos
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Firestopping Product Spotlight: QWR Fire Collar
In this video, Alec Purdie (Technical Manager) highlights our QWR Fire Collar. The QWR is rated as type X durability which means it can be exposed to weathering. It has been tested in a variety of applications including both rigid and flexible walls and tested in conjunction with QuelStop Fire Batt including single batt, double batt, and pattress. It has also been tested on floors.
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Do All Fixing Lugs Need to Be Secured on the QWR Fire Collar?
We often get asked whether using only three of the four fixing points on the QWR110 Fire Collar, for instance, is acceptable. The simple answer is no – this is because the fire collar has been tested with a fixing in each of the fixing points. Therefore, should be installed as per the test evidence. Listen to Glenn Hutchins, Technical Client Relations Manager, explain more!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the QWR Fire Collar used for?
What is the QWR Fire Collar used for?
The QWR Fire Collar is designed to maintain fire compartmentation by sealing around plastic pipes that pass through fire-rated walls and floors, preventing the spread of fire and smoke.
How does the QWR Fire Collar work?
How does the QWR Fire Collar work?
The collar contains intumescent material that expands when exposed to heat. This expansion closes off the softened plastic pipe, creating a fire-resistant seal within the penetration.
How should the QWR Fire Collar be fixed in place?
How should the QWR Fire Collar be fixed in place?
It should be mechanically fixed to the wall or floor using appropriate fixings in all of the lugs, as per the tested detail.
Where can I find tested details?
Where can I find tested details?
Tested details for the QWR Fire Collar are available in the Quelfire Installation Details Library, which contains over 600 tested details across the product range.
