GAF Materials Corporation
1361 Alps Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel: (800) 766-3411
Web site: http://www.gaf.com
RUBEROID®
TORCH PLUS
Description
RUBEROID TORCH PLUS membrane is a premium, heavy duty modified bitumen
membrane manufactured to stringent GAF Materials Corporation specifications.
Its core is a strong heavyweight, resilient non-woven polyester mat that
is coated with weather resistant, APP polymer-modified asphalt and surfaced
with mineral granules.
Uses
RUBEROID TORCH PLUS is designed for new roofing and reroofing applications
where long-term roof system performance is specified.
Advantages
Guarantees are available for up to 20 years.
Cost effectivethe installed cost of RUBEROID TORCH PLUS is less
than most single-ply systems on the market today.
LightweightinstaIled premium roof designs weigh less than 3 pounds
per square foot.
ResilientRUBEROID TORCH PLUS's heavyweight polyester mat core allows
it to resist splits and tears due to its pliability and elongation characteristics.
Durablespecially formulated modified asphalt gives RUBEROID TORCH
PLUS lasting performance.
RUBEROID TORCH PLUS is backed by GAF Materials Corporation, a company
with over 100 years in the roofing business.
Available with black or white granules.
Applicable Standards
UL Approved for use in construction of Class A, B, or C roofs.*
FM Approved
BOCA Listed: Report No. 359
SBCCI PST & ESI Listed
Dade County Product Approval
New York City MEA 191-91M
Meets ASTM D-6222, Type II, Grade G
*See Ruberoid Application and Specification Manual or UL Directory for
specific approval.
Product Data (Approximate)
Roll Size.................... 3/4 square (7m2)
Product Thickness..........0.197"(5mm)
Reinforcement.....................250 gram polyester mat
Roll Weight.................93 Ibs. (42.3 kg)
Typical Physical Properties
| Property |
Test Method |
Values |
| Tensile Strength @ 0F (nom.), lbf/in |
ASTM D5147 |
125 |
| Elongation @0F (nom.), % |
ASTM D5147 |
50 |
| Low Temperature Flexibility (max.), F |
ASTM D5147 |
7 |
| Tear Strength (nom.), lbf |
ASTM D5147 |
121 |
| Dimensional Stability, % |
ASTM D5147 |
<1 |