Sealing Cable Ducts Using CSD RISE Rapid � Wet or Running Water Installations

By on 5th September, 2014

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The CSD RISE Rapid System 

The RISE Rapid system from CSD Sealing Systems provides an effective method of sealing cable ducts from wet or running water installations as well as being gas tight. Wet conditions or those where running water is present are considered the hardest to seal effectively.

CSD RISE Rapid duct seal is a duct sealing system that is constructed from FIWA sealant putty and provides an effective solution for sealing ducts.

The performance of FIWA, the silicone elastomer used in the RISE Rapid system, has been tested against a range of chemicals.

As many cable ducts are in locations that may come into contact with oil based chemicals, it is vital that the duct seal can withstand any contact that may be made.

Video: Contents Of The CSD RISE Rapid Duct Sealing System.

Sealing A Duct

When sealing a duct, it is imperative to ensure that it is both clean and dry. If not, the integrity of the duct seal could be compromised which would only exacerbate the need for initial sealing.

The CSD Aquastop is inserted behind the filler sleeves within watertight applications. The Aquastop is a sealant and provides an extra layer of water protection can be used with both the CSD RISE and RISE Rapid systems. Prior to application, the Aquastop must be warmed simply by hand.

This make the material more pliable and easier to install. 

Once the CSD Aquastop is installed, the RISE Rapid duct seal can be installed. This provides the full seal around the duct and protects the cable going through the duct from coming into contact with water or chemicals.

Pictured: CSD RISE Rapid Applications

Is FIWA Sealant Oil Resistant? 

In a word, yes. Exposure to oil can often have a degrading effect on a duct seal however the CSD RISE and RISE Rapid have been tested against contact with oil based products. The CSD test with petrol and diesel produced the following results:

• Petrol = 92% swelling after 30 days
• Diesel = 27% swelling after 30 days

After 4 days of drying, both FIWA samples shrank back to normal dimensions and the conclusion of these tests was that there was no damage through exposure to either liquid.

These results demonstrated that the contents of the CSD RISE and RISE Rapid duct seals were not compromised by the oil based products used, therefore protecting the cables inside the duct.

Video: CSD RISE Cable Duct Sealing Systems - Installation Video - Watertight, Gastight, Fireproof Sealing

Category:  Cable Transits & Duct Sealing

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