SOLITEX FRONTA WA
Highly permeable 3-ply wall lining membrane with monolithic TEEE membrane, suitable for closed façades
SOLITEX FRONTA WA
Highly permeable 3-ply wall lining membrane with monolithic TEEE membrane, suitable for closed façades
Advantages
- Strong, 3-ply structure for protecting the wall structure
- Protective function as a result of non-porous functional membrane that actively manages moisture
- High nail tear resistance
- For use behind closed façades
- 3 months of outdoor exposure
Application
For making walls externally windproof. Installation on boarding, wood-based panels and all insulation mats and boards.
Technical specs
| Material | |
| Protective and covering fleece | Polypropylene microfibre |
| Membrane | monolithic TEEE |
| Attribute | Norm | Value | Norm |
| Colour | black | ||
| Surface weight | EN 1849-2 | 100 ±5 g/m² ; 0.33 ±0.02 oz/ft² | EN 1849-2 |
| Thickness | EN 1849-2 | 0.45 ±0.05 mm ; 18 ±2 mils | EN 1849-2 |
| Water vapor resistance factor µ | EN ISO 12572 | 110 | EN ISO 12572 |
| sd-value | EN ISO 12572 | 0.05 ±0.02 m | EN ISO 12572 |
| g-value | 0.25 ±0.1 MN·s/g | ||
| Vapor permeance | ASTM E 96 | 65.6 US perms | ASTM E 96 |
| Reaction to fire | EN 13501-1 | E | EN 13501-1 |
| Exposure time | 3 months | ||
| Water column | EN 20811 | 10 000 mm ; 32' 10" | EN 20811 |
| Water resistance non-aged/aged* | EN 1928 | W1 / W1 | EN 1928 |
| Tensile strength MD/CD | EN 13859-2 (A) | 210 ±20 N/5 cm / 140 ±20 N/5 cm ; 24 ±2 lb/in / 16 ±2 lb/in | EN 13859-2 (A) |
| Tensile strength MD/CD aged* | EN 13859-2 (A) | 190 ±20 N/5 cm / 120 ±20 N/5 cm ; 22 ±2 lb/in / 14 ±2 lb/in | EN 13859-2 (A) |
| Elongation MD/CD | EN 13859-2 (A) | 90 ±10 % / 90 ±10 % | EN 13859-2 (A) |
| Elongation MD/CD aged* | EN 13859-2 (A) | 70 ±10 % / 70 ±10 % | EN 13859-2 (A) |
| Nail tear resistance MD/CD | EN 13859-2 (B) | 110 ±20 N / 140 ±20 N ; 25 ±4 lbf / 31 ±4 lbf | EN 13859-2 (B) |
| *) Artificial ageing by long term | EN 1297 / EN 1296 | passed | EN 1297 / EN 1296 |
| Flexibility at low temperature | EN 1109 | -40 °C ; -40 °F | EN 1109 |
| Temperature resistance | permanent -40 °C to 100 °C ; -40 °F to 212 °F | ||
| Thermal conductivity | 0.17 W/(m·K) ; 1.18 BTU·in/(h·ft²·F) | ||
| CE labelling | EN 13859-2 | available | EN 13859-2 |
Image gallery - Application guide
1. Installing the membrane
Roll out the membrane and use galvanised staples that are at least 10 mm wide and 8 mm long to fasten the membrane in the overlap area in a manner that protects against moisture. Install the membrane to stop approx. 4 cm short of adjacent building components so that a windtight bond can be applied here subsequently.
2. Overlapping the membranes
Clean the subsurface (dry and free of dust, silicone and grease).
Overlap the membranes by 10-15 cm so that they are watertight.
The printed markings are an aid to orientation.
Verklebung der Bahnenüberlappung bei connect-Bahnen mit den zwei integrierten Selbstklebezonen.
Verklebung fest anreiben (PRESSFIX), dabei auf ausreichenden Gegendruck achten.
4. Alternatively: Taping over the overlaps with TESCON INVIS
Tape TESCON INVIS system adhesive tape centrally to the overlap and stick it down bit by bit so that it is load and wrinkle free.
Rub adhesive joints firmly (PRESSFIX). Ensure that there is sufficient resistance pressure.
5. Sticking to rough or mineral surfaces (e.g. floorboard)
Clean the surface.
Apply a bead of ORCON F system adhesive – at least 5 mm thick (more in the case of very rough surfaces).
Lay the membrane with an expansion joint
and not pressing the tape down completely to allow for movement of the parts.
7. Sticking to windows
8. Sticking to windows
Stick the membrane to the window frame so that it is windtight using TESCON PROFECT.
Thanks to the split release paper it is possible to stick the tape first to the membrane and then, subsequently, to the window.
Alternatively use TESCON INVIS.
9. Sticking to cables and pipes
Place KAFLEX or ROFLEX sealing grommets over the cable or pipe and stick to the membrane.
The cable sleeves are self-adhesive.
Tape the pipe grommets to the membrane with TESCON INVIS.
10. Corner sealing
Corner adhesive tape TESCON PROFECT with split release paper for angles.
Prefold the tape into an L-shape, remove the first release paper and stick down the first side.
Then remove the remaining film and stick down the second side.
Alternatively use TESCON INVIS.
General conditions
SOLITEX FRONTA WA membranes are to be installed horizontally in a taut manner with no sagging.
The membrane must not be secured in areas where water collectively drains off.
The membrane can be used behind closed facades with at least 20 mm (1") of rear ventilation.
Additional measures during the building phase (e.g. covering with tarpaulin) should be taken in the case of occupied buildings or buildings that need particular protection. Covering with tarpaulin should also be considered in the case of extended interruptions to work.
System core components
SOLITEX FRONTA WA
Highly permeable 3-ply wall lining membrane with monolithic TEEE membrane, suitable for closed façades
SOLITEX FRONTA WA connect
Highly permeable 3-ply wall lining membrane with monolithic TEEE membrane, suitable for closed façades with 2 integrated self-adhesive sections
ORCON F
Multi-purpose joint adhesive glue
ORCON MULTIBOND
Rolls of joint adhesive for interior and exterior use
TESCON VANA
All-round adhesive tape with fleece backing
Additional solutions
TESCON PROFECT
Pre-folded corner adhesive tape
CONTEGA IQ
Intelligent plaster sealing tape for indoor and outdoor use
TESCON PRIMER RP
Solvent-free primer, no drying required
KAFLEX mono
Sealing grommets for 1 cable, Ø 4.8 - 12 mm (3/16”-1/2”)
ROFLEX 100
Sealing grommets for pipes Ø 100 - 120 mm (4”-4.75”)