X-Tech® Polyethylene foam concrete expansion/isolation joint material
X-Tech® is a construction grade polyethylene foam expansion joint filler material. Click here to find out more.
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X-Tech®
Polyethylene foam expansion/isolation joint material

X-Tech® is a construction grade polyethylene foam expansion joint filler material. It is used in lieu of asphalt impregnated fiberboard material when no sealant or cold applied sealants are specified. X-Tech® also meets or exceeds ASTM D-4819-88.

WHY SPEC THE X?

X-Tech® :

  • Has excellent durability.
  • Is extremely flexible and easy to use.
  • Is extremely lightweight and easy to handle.
  • Is extremely compatible with the price of fiberboard and is less expensive when a caulk joint is required.
  • Is an excellent choice for creating the perfect caulk joint.

X-Tech® is available in various thickness and widths and can be ordered in black or white colors.

 

Physical properties

 

 

Density:

1.8+/-
Cell structure: Closed
Absorption: .01%
Recovery : not less than 95%
Temperature resistance: -65° F to +170° F
R-Value: 3.0
Compressive strength: ASTM D-3575
25% deflection:   4.19 psi
50% deflection:   10.48 psi
Tensile strength in PSI: ASTM D-3575
Cross direction: 30.20

Machine direction:

60.46
 


X-Tech® is commonly used to isolate plumbing in slabs, to isolate gas pump islands, to buffer large indoor slabs, and in common everyday concrete projects.

 

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