Cast In Fire Collar / Cast In Device | QuelCast
Description
Description
The QuelCast cast-in 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 QuelCast cast-in 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, metal pipes and cables in concrete floors**.
By eliminating the need for post-pour drilling, the QuelCast cast-in fire collar helps protect installers from hazards associated with heavy drilling and falling debris. Its integrated lid prevents accidental falls into the open hole, ensuring a safer working environment on-site.
*EI 240 was achieved using specific testing configurations. Please check the tested scope of application to ensure suitability for specific site conditions.
**Tested in solid concrete floors. Please speak to Quelfire’s technical team for information on how the product can be used in floor systems such as hollow core or profile composite deck floors.
Standards & Approvals
Standards & Approvals
The standard QuelCast is 250mm high to suit a 250mm deep concrete slab but they can be reduced or extended to suit differing slab depths – this is a service that Quelfire offer in house so that the product is delivered to site ready to install, however it can be done on site too.
For instances where the slab depth is between 250 and 150mm, the process is: Remove the cap, Cut the top off with a saw, replace the cap and finally, we recommend sealing the cap with self-adhesive tape to ensure no concrete seepage.
For instances where the slab depth is greater than 250mm the QuelCast is fitted with an extension tube. To install these the process is: Remove the cap, insert the tube over the QuelCast body pushing down until fully seated, measure up from the base, cut the extension tube with a sharp saw or knife, replace the cap and finally, we recommend sealing the cap with self-adhesive tape to ensure no seepage.
Simple installations steps:
- Mark the formwork with a cross where the pipe is to pass through the floor
- Position the QuelCast Cast In Fire Collar as required (the centre line marks on the QuelCast Collars and Manifold help to position in the correct location)
- Attach to the formwork using screws or nails through the holes in the 4 corners of the unit
- Pour the concrete to the required depth
- On completion of concrete curing, remove all formwork and shuttering
- Remove the cap from the top of the QuelCast Collar
- Place the pipe through the QuelCast Collar
Additional instructions for QuelCast50:
When the correct diameter pipe is installed in the correct QuelCast, no backfill or sealant is needed. For QuelCast50, cable bunches, and instances where smaller diameter pipes are fitted inside larger collars, a mineral wool seal backfill is required inside the QuelCast, surrounding the service(s) tightly.
For 110mm diameter pipes inside a QuelCast110, and 160mm diameter pipes inside a QuelCast160, no backfill is required.
For more in depth installation information refer to the QuelCast Installation Guide.
*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 | QuelCast Fire Collars are constructed from a robust polypropylene material and contain a high-performance intumescent material that reacts under the influence of heat. This reaction exerts pressure on the pipe as it softens, forming a carbonaceous char that creates an effective insulation plug, preventing smoke and fire from passing through to the adjoining compartment. |
Features & Benefits
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Quick & simple installation
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Up to a 4-hour Integrity & Insulation fire resistance rating (EI 240*)
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Available to suit 50mm, 110mm & 160mm plastic pipes (Other pipe diameters may also be suitable*)
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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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Suitable for uninsulated copper, steel or cast-iron metal pipes*
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Suitable for cables*
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Type X durability rated product
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Strong lid to carry foot traffic and light access equipment
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No backfilling generally required*
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Compact footprint allows for closer positioning of service penetrations*
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Suitable for 150mm or thicker concrete floors**
Product Information
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Composition | QuelCast Fire Collars are constructed from a robust polypropylene material and contain a high-performance intumescent material that reacts under the influence of heat. This reaction exerts pressure on the pipe as it softens, forming a carbonaceous char that creates an effective insulation plug, preventing smoke and fire from passing through to the adjoining compartment. |
Features & Benefits
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Quick & simple installation
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Up to a 4-hour Integrity & Insulation fire resistance rating (EI 240*)
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Available to suit 50mm, 110mm & 160mm plastic pipes (Other pipe diameters may also be suitable*)
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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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Suitable for uninsulated copper, steel or cast-iron metal pipes*
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Suitable for cables*
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Type X durability rated product
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Strong lid to carry foot traffic and light access equipment
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No backfilling generally required*
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Compact footprint allows for closer positioning of service penetrations*
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Suitable for 150mm or thicker concrete floors**
*Achieved using specific testing configurations. Please check the tested scope of application.
**Tested in solid concrete floors. Please speak to Quelfire’s technical team for information on how the product can be used in floor systems such as hollow core or profile composite deck floors.
Specification Details
| Product Code | Base Dimensions | Description | Qty. Per Box |
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| QUELCAST50 | 152 x 152 mm | QuelCast50 Cast In Fire Collar to suit 50mm pipes | 8 |
| QUELCAST110 | 152 x 152 mm | QuelCast110 Cast In Fire Collar to suit 110mm pipes | 8 |
| QUELCAST160 | 222 x 222 mm | QuelCast160 Cast In Fire Collar to suit 160mm pipes | 4 |
| QUELCAST-MANIFOLD | 320 x 320 mm | QuelCast Manifold Recess Former | 4 |
| Product Code | Base Dimensions | Description | Qty. Per Box |
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| QUELCAST50 | 152 x 152 mm | QuelCast50 Cast In Fire Collar to suit 50mm pipes | 8 |
| QUELCAST110 | 152 x 152 mm | QuelCast110 Cast In Fire Collar to suit 110mm pipes | 8 |
| QUELCAST160 | 222 x 222 mm | QuelCast160 Cast In Fire Collar to suit 160mm pipes | 4 |
| QUELCAST-MANIFOLD | 320 x 320 mm | QuelCast Manifold Recess Former | 4 |
Standard Installation Detail Examples
| File | |
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| QC-CF150-01 | Plastic Pipes Penetrating a Rigid Floor | View |
| QC-CF150-02 | Plastic Pipes Penetrating a Rigid Floor | View |
| QC-CF150-03 | Undersized Plastic Pipes Penetrating a Rigid Floor | View |
| QC-CF150-04 | Cluster of Plastic Pipes Penetrating a Rigid Floor | View |
| QC-CF150-08 | Empty QuelCast Penetrating a Rigid Floor | View |
Browse More Tested Details
We have listed just five examples of tested details using the QuelCast, 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: QuelCast Cast in Fire Collar
In this video, Alec Purdie (Technical Manager) gives a detailed overview of the QuelCast Cast in Fire Collar. The QuelCast is a CE marked product, installed at the early stages of a project, which prevents the spread of fire through plastic and cable penetrations in concrete floors.
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Burning Questions | EP 3: Quelfire Products
In Burning Questions Episode 3, the challenge between Alec Purdie (Technical Manager) and Glenn Hutchins (Business Development Manager) draws to a close as they go head-to-head on Quelfire products. But who will be crowned winner?
Frequently Asked Questions About QuelCast
What is the QuelCast Cast In Fire Collar designed for?
What is the QuelCast Cast In Fire Collar designed for?
The QuelCast Cast In Fire Collar is specifically designed for plastic pipe penetrations through concrete floor slabs.
It is cast directly into the concrete slab during construction.
What sizes are available?
What sizes are available?
QuelCast Cast In Fire Collars are available for plastic pipe diameters from 50mm to 160mm.
They are designed as standard for 250mm deep concrete slabs, but we can supply extension tubes on request to accommodate different slab thicknesses.
Custom diameters or collar lengths may also be available – contact us to discuss your project requirements.
Where can I find installation guidance?
Where can I find installation guidance?
You can find installation instructions in the list of files above. If in any doubt, please contact our technical team.
