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ARBOStrip F42 – Medium Density Foam Compression Seal

ARBOPROTECT Pro®

ARBOStrip F42 is a medium density foam compression seal coated on one side with a strong acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive, designed for use as a weather seal, dust seal and dry glazing seal for internal doors, screens, opening lights, ventilators and make-and-break joints.

Unique properties of ARBOStrip F42

Supplied in roll form with a paper interleaf on the non-adhesive face, ARBOStrip F42 can be applied directly without stretching and is suitable for make-and-break joints and the weatherproofing and draught sealing of opening lights, ventilators and doors.

  • Medium density foam compression seal with strong acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive

  • Versatile – suitable as weather seal, dust seal or dry seal for internal doors and windows

  • Suitable for make-and-break joints and draught sealing of opening lights and ventilators

  • Excellent resistance to weather, oxidation, salt water, dilute alkalis and acids

  • Excellent UV resistance

  • Service temperature: -30°C to +70°C

Technical Specifications & Downloads

DescribtionPerformance
Colours:Black
Application temperature:+ 5˚C to + 45˚C
Service temperature:
- 30°C to + 70°C
Chemical Resistance: Excellent resistance to weather, oxidation, salt water, dilute alkalis and acids. Poor resistance to some solvents.
UV Resistance: Excellent
Hardness: 35-40 shore 00
Butt joints (movement in tension and compression): 50 %. 100 %.
Force required to compress: 3.5N/cm²
Compression required for weather seal. 30%
Compression deflection: 2.0N/cm² 5%
Water Absorption: 5% maximum
Joint DepthMinimum 10mm on porous substrates
Minimum 6mm on non-porous substrates
Maximum 10mm

Associated Products

ARBOStrip F90 - ARBOPROTECT Pro®

Dense PVC foam tape with strong acrylic adhesive for use as part of glazing systems and as a make-and-break seal.

ARBOSeal GZ Tape - ARBOPROTECT Pro®

Flat section preformed butyl glazing tape for compression joints in cladding, roofing and glazing of double-glazed units.

Easy Stick GS EPDM - ARBOPROTECT Pro®

Self-adhesive EPDM strip with fibreglass reinforcement and butyl underlay, 1.3mm thick, 20m reels in widths up to 1 metre.

ARBO® Primer 2650

A one-part solvent-based polyacrylate/silane blend primer for porous surfaces, for use with the ARBOSil and ARBOMeric ranges and ARBO® EPDM Membrane System.

ARBO® Cleaner 17

Xylene-based cleaner for the effective cleaning and degreasing of construction substrates prior to sealant application.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Why choose ARBOPROTECT Pro® ARBOStrip F42 for weather and compression sealing?
ARBOPROTECT Pro® ARBOStrip F42 is a medium density foam compression seal that provides excellent resistance to weather, oxidation, salt water and dilute alkalis and acids, combined with excellent UV resistance. With a Shore 00 hardness of 35–40, a compression requirement of 30% for weather sealing and 50% movement accommodation in butt joints, it is the correct choice for weather sealing, dust sealing, dry glazing and make-and-break joints in doors, screens, opening lights and ventilators.
 

2

What are the key benefits of ARBOPROTECT Pro® ARBOStrip F42?
Key benefits include: medium density foam with strong acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive; excellent UV resistance and weather resistance; service temperature of -30°C to +70°C; 30% compression required for weather seal performance; 50% movement accommodation in butt joints; water absorption of 5% maximum; available in 6mm, 9mm and 12mm widths at 3mm and 6mm thicknesses; and storage life of 12 months.
 

3

What applications are ARBOPROTECT Pro® products designed for?
ARBOPROTECT Pro® products provide weathertight, airtight and durable sealing solutions for façade openings, window and door frames, cavity walls, glazing systems and structural glazing fabrications. The range covers EPDM membranes, foam tapes, butyl strips and structural spacer tapes for both site and modular off-site construction applications.
 

4

How long is the service life of ARBOPROTECT Pro® membrane and tape products?
ARBOPROTECT Pro® EPDM membranes have an expected service life of up to 50 years under normal conditions. Foam tape and butyl strip products carry a service life of 20 years or more. All products should be stored in original packaging in a dry, cool environment away from direct sunlight. ARBOPROTECT Pro® EPDM membranes have an expected service life of up to 50 years under normal conditions. Foam tape and butyl strip products carry a service life of 20 years or more. All products should be stored in original packaging in a dry, cool environment away from direct sunlight.

5

Are ARBOPROTECT Pro® products compatible with sensitive substrates?
Yes. ARBOPROTECT Pro® EPDM-based products are solvent-free and compatible with sensitive substrates including natural stone, paint finishes, glass and concrete. They do not affect solvent-sensitive paint finishes and are compatible with the full range of ARBO® adhesives and sealants.

6

What technical support is available for specifying ARBOPROTECT Pro®?
ARBO® Technical Services provides guidance on product selection, substrate preparation, primer requirements and correct installation methods for the ARBOPROTECT Pro® range. Direct contact is available via ARBO® Technical Services for project-specific advice on substrate compatibility and application.

Explore the ARBO® Product Family

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Effective weather sealing solutions for interface applications, penetration sealing and structural joints.

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Bonding solutions for secure and durable adhesion across façade and construction substrates.

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Main Applications

ARBOStrip F42 are recommended for use as a weather seal, dust seal or dry glazing seal in internal doors and screens, and for draught sealing and weatherproofing of opening lights, ventilators and doors.

Weather Sealing

Provides a compression weather seal for opening lights, ventilators and doors, requiring 30% compression to achieve weather seal performance.

Dust Sealing

Effective as a dust seal for internal doors, screens and other construction openings

Dry Glazing

For dry glazing of internal doors and screens where a flexible, compression-fit foam seal is required.

Make-and-Break Joints

Suitable for make-and-break joint applications, accommodating 50% movement in butt joints (tension and compression).

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