GAF Materials Corporation
1361 Alps Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Tel: (800) 766-3411
Web site: http://www.gaf.com
RUBEROID®
TORCH
Description
RUBEROID Torch membrane is a tough, resilient modified bitumen membrane
manufactured to stringent GAF Materials Corporation specifications. Its
core is a strong, resilient, non-woven polyester mat that is coated with
weather resistant, APP polymer modified asphalt. The membrane is available
with smooth or granule surface.
Uses
RUBEROID TORCH is designed for new roofing and reroofing applications
as well as flashings. RUBEROID TORCH is also an ideal product for repairs
of built-up roofing membranes or other modified bitumen systems.
Advantages
• Guarantees are available for up to 15 years.
• Cost effective—the installed cost of RUBEROID TORCH is less than
most
single-ply systems on the market today.
• Lightweight—installed roof designs weigh less than 2 pounds per square
foot.
• Resilient—RUBEROID TORCH’s polyester mat core allows it to resist
splits and tears due to its pliability and elongation characteristics.
• Durable—specially formulated modified asphalt for lasting performance.
• RUBEROID TORCH is backed by GAF Materials Corporation, a company
with over 100 years in the roofing business.
• Available in smooth surface and six granular colors; black, white,
burnt sienna blend, cedar blend, slate blend, weathered wood blend.
Applicable Standards
• UL Approved for use in construction of Class A, B, or C roofs.*
• HUD Material Release No. 1216a
• BOCA Listed: Report No. 359
• SBCCI PST & ESI Listed
• FM Approved
• Dade County Product Approval
• New York City MEA's:
79-89 — Gravel Surfaced
81-89 — Gravel Surfaced
82-89 —Field Coated
• Meets ASTM D-6222, Type I
*See Ruberoid Application and Specification Manual or UL Directory for specific approval.
Product Data (Approximate)
Roll Size........................1 square (107 gross sq. ft.) (9.9m2)
Product Thickness.........0.160" (4mm)
Roll Wt.(Smooth).........87Ibs.(39.5kg)
Roll Wt.(Granule)........102lbs.(46.4g)
Typical Physical Properties
| Property | Test Method | Values |
| Tensile Strength @ 0F (nom.), lbf/in | ASTM D5147 | 90 |
| Elongation @0F (nom.), % | ASTM D5147 | 45 |
| Low Temperature Flexibility (max.), F | ASTM D5147 | 7 |
| Tear Strength (nom.), lbf | ASTM D5147 | 98 |
| Dimensional Stability, % | ASTM D5147 | <1 |