The Advance PRS10 Closure Tape is used to seal gas fire closure plates — the plate surrounding the fireplace opening around the fire — in place of adhesives or sealants. BS 5871 Part 1, Clause 10.3.2.1A requires this type of tape rather than an alternative sealant for this application, and this tape meets the British Gas PRS10 Issue 2 specification that clause refers to.
It's a polythene cloth tape coated with Surefire thermosetting rubber-resin adhesive, which adheres to aluminium, plaster, brick and concrete — the range of surfaces typically encountered around a closure plate. The adhesive has a working temperature range of 5°C to 100°C, and if temperatures behind the closure plate exceed safe limits, it thermosets and leaves a visible residue, giving an engineer a clear indication that something needs investigating at a subsequent service visit. Under normal operating conditions, it doesn't leave residue.
A writeable surface allows the installing engineer's name and the completion date to be recorded directly on the tape, useful for reference at future service visits. It's suitable for use with first, second and third family gases, and is non-corrosive, so it won't rust, stain or corrode the metal or masonry surfaces it's applied to.
BS 5871 specifically requires PRS10-compliant tape for sealing a gas fire closure plate, rather than a general-purpose adhesive or sealant, making this the correct product for that job rather than an optional upgrade. The Surefire adhesive doubles as a heat-exposure indicator — if it thermosets and leaves a residue, that's a visible sign at the next service that temperatures behind the plate have exceeded safe limits. The writeable surface is a small but practical addition, giving a quick way to record who fitted it and when, directly at the point of installation.
Order the Advance PRS10 Closure Tape – 50mm x 25m online today.
| Brand | Advance Tapes |
|---|---|
| Product Code | AT293 |
| Product Type | Gas Fire Closure Plate Sealing Tape |
| Compliance | PRS10 Issue 2, BS 5871 Part 1 (Clause 10.3.2.1A) |
| Gas Compatibility | 1st, 2nd and 3rd Family Gases |
| Width | 50mm |
| Length | 25 Metres |
| Colour | Grey |
| Temperature Range | 5°C to 100°C |
| Adhesive | Surefire Thermosetting Solvent-Free Rubber Resin – Heat Indicator |
| Adhesion Surfaces | Aluminium, Plaster, Brick, Concrete |
| Writeable Surface | Yes – Engineer Name and Installation Date |
| Application | Self-Adhesive – Hand Application, No Tools Required |
| Suitable For | Indoor Use – Behind Gas Fires, Convector Heaters, Back Boilers |
