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ARBO® XL 1075

A high-quality general purpose intumescent sealant with acoustic properties. When subject to flame, ARBO® XL 1075 intumesces and chars, blocking the passage of fire and smoke. ARBO® XL 1075 has good adhesion to a wide variety of common construction substrates without the need of a primer.

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Unique properties of ARBO® XL 1075

Good adhesion to a wide variety of common construction substrates without the need for a primer. Paintable with water-based paints within 3 hours of application.

  • One-part, water-based acrylic sealant

  • Intumesces under flame to provide resistance to fire and smoke

  • Helps reduce sound transmission through joints

  • Fire resistance up to 4 hours independently verified (BS EN 1366-4:2021)

  • Tested in joints up to 50mm wide

  • Paintable – with water-based paints after 3 hours, gloss paints after 12 hours

Sizes

Description/StandardPerformance
Classification (BS EN ISO 11600)F/G – 7.5P
Fire Testing (BS EN 1366-4:2021)Warrington Report No. 533703 / Fire Testing Ref. 383575
Skin Time at 20°C/65 % RH5-10 minutes
Application Temperature-5°C to +40°C
Service Temperature:-10°C to +70°C
Typical Shore A Hardness25-30
Cure Rate at 20°C/65 % RHDependent upon sealant depth, ambient temperature and humidity.
Chemical ResistanceFair resistance to most dilute acids and alkalis. Poor resistance to organic solvents
UV Resistance:Not Applicable
PaintabilityPaintable with water-based paints 3 hours after application.
Paintable with gloss paints 12 hours after application
Movement Accommodation (butt joints) 10%. Up to 240 min fire integrity – consult ARBO® Technical Services
Movement Accommodation (lap joints)20%

Associated Products

Arbosil 1070 - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

One-part low modulus fire-resisting silicone sealant with up to 4 hours independently verified fire resistance.

Arbosil 1071 - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

One-part low modulus fire-resisting acoustic silicone sealant with up to 4 hours independently verified fire resistance.

ARBOSeal Intumescent Tape

Preformed intumescent strip that intumesces and chars under flame to block the passage of fire and smoke.

ARBO® FR-RS - ARBOSHIELD Pro®

Class B reaction to fire self-adhesive and providing a permanent waterproof, airtight seal for all windows and structural opening plus interface detailing. Suitable for a wide range of substrates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Why choose ARBO® XL 1075 for fire joint sealing?
ARBO® XL 1075 is the only water-based acrylic sealant in the ARBO® fire-resistant range that combines intumescent fire resistance with acoustic properties. It has been independently tested to BS EN 1366-4:2021 with fire resistance up to 4 hours in joints up to 50mm wide. Its water-based formulation makes it paintable and easy to use on a wide range of substrates without primer.

2

What are the key benefits of ARBO® XL 1075?
Key benefits include: fire resistance up to 4 hours (BS EN 1366-4:2021); acoustic properties that reduce sound transmission; intumescent action blocking fire and smoke; good adhesion to common substrates without primer; paintability with water-based paints after 3 hours; and a service life of 15 years+.

3

What is the ARBOSHIELD Pro® Fire-Resistant Façade System?
It is a complete, innovative solution for façade and apertures that brings together a ground-breaking group of products into one cohesive range. The system combines industry-leading fire safety (with up to Class A2-s1,d0 reaction to fire) with W1-rated resistance to water penetration and airtightness.

4

What products are included in the complete ARBOSHIELD Pro® range?
Alongside the innovative self-adhesive EPAM® perimeter seal, the complete system includes a Class A W1 Breather Membrane, a Class A Air & Vapour Control Layer, Class A High-Tack Sealing Tapes, and a Class B W1 Breather Membrane.

5

Which types of projects is the ARBOSHIELD Pro® range suitable for?
The system is ideal for both new build and refurbishment projects across commercial, industrial, residential, and retail buildings. Because of its consistency and ease of installation, it is also an excellent choice for modular and off-site factory-built construction projects.

6

Why choose ARBOSHIELD Pro® over traditional façade sealing methods?
The range has been developed to answer specifiers’ requirements for the highest verifiable fire safety while providing significant time and cost savings. The system avoids the mess, waste, and labour-intensive installation times associated with traditional pasted methods.

Explore the ARBO® Product Family

Sealants

Sealants for reliable movement joint, perimeter and weatherproof sealing in a wide range of applications.

Weather Protection

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

Adhesives

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

Accessories

Caulking Guns, Nozzles, Knives, Scrapers, G Clamps etc.

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Main Applications

ARBO® XL 1075 are recommended for internal fire joints in fire resistant doors and partitions, and joints in blockwork and brickwork where acoustic and fire performance are required.

Fire Resistant Doors & Partitions

Seals internal fire joints in fire-resistant doors and partition systems to resist the passage of fire and smoke.

Blockwork & Brickwork Joints

For use in blockwork and brickwork joints where low movement accommodation is required alongside fire resistance.

Acoustic Joints

Reduces sound transmission through joints where acoustic performance is specified alongside fire resistance.

Internal Fire Joints

General purpose fire joint sealing for internal applications where up to 4 hours fire resistance and movement accommodation of 15% is required.

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Complete solutions for your façade challenges

The ARBOShield Pro® fire-resistant systems range offers a fully compatible suite of membranes, seals, and adhesives. Whether for new builds, refurbishments, high-rise residential developments, or modular construction – our cohesive product family provides the highest level of safety, weatherproofing, and compliance for your projects.

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