FILL-RITE 2.5 INCH Backer Rod Closed Cell (27 units of 2.5" x 72") 162 Feet

A backer rod is a black round extruded closed cell polyethylene backer rod with a water-resistant outer skin. It’s suitable as backup material for construction joints and sealant applications. We offer grey FILL-RITE 2.5-inch backer rod closed cells (27 units of 2.5" x 72") that are 162 feet. Use it for curtain wall joints, precast concrete coping, partitions, and much more.

The grey FILL-RITE 2.5-inch backer rod closed cells (27 units of 2.5" x 72"), which are 162 feet, are chemically inert and will resist oil, gasoline, and most solvents.

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SPECIFIC USES INCLUDE

• Expansion joints
• Highway joints
• Curtain wall joints
• Pavement joints and repairs
• Partitions
• Window and door applications
• Precast concrete coping
• Glazing
• Log home chinking
• Parking Decks

LIMITATIONS

Backer Rod should be installed with a roller or blunt, flat-sided tool. Please follow sealant manufacturer specifications for recommended sealant width and depth ratio. For best results, do not puncture, fold or overly stretch the product. The product is made with a water-resistant outer skin, therefore where moisture resistance is important, care should be taken not to puncture this outer surface skin.

TECHNICAL DATA

Density: 1.3-1.9 lbs/ft3

Water Absorption: less than 0.5% by volume

< 0.03 grams/cc

Temperature range: -90F to 190F

Compression Recovery: > 90%

Compression Deflection: 5 psi

Tensile Strength: > 29 psi

Meets standards ASTM D5249 type 3 and ASTM C1330 type C