Resin & Color Selection Guide
The choice of resin depends on the application of the product. FGP offers a wide variety of standardized resins, rated and/or based on chemical
resistance. All resins are fire retardant and meet minimum ASTM E84 Flame Spread, Class 1 rating of 25 or less. To compliment your design project,
FGP offers options in a variety of colors. Custom color options may be available upon request.
| Resin |
Resin Base |
Description |
Corrosion
Resistance |
Flame Spread
Rating ASTM E84 |
Product |
Standard
Colors |
Maximum
Temperature |
| Type V |
Vinyl Ester |
Superior Corrosion Resistance & Fire Retardant |
Excellent |
Class 1 (25 or Less) |
Molded & Pultruded |
|
200° F |
| Type GP |
General Purpose |
Moderate Corrosion Resistance & Fire Retardant |
Moderate |
Class 1 (25 or Less) |
Molded |
|
150° F |
| Type F |
Isophthalic Polyester |
Food Grade Corrosion Resistance & Fire Retardant |
Very Good |
Class 1 (25 or Less) |
Molded |
|
150° F |
| Type I |
Isophthalic Polyester |
Industrial Grade Corrosion Resistance & Fire Retardant |
Very Good |
Class 1 (25 or Less) |
Molded & Pultruded |
|
150° F |
| Type XFR |
Isophthalic Polyester |
Moderate Corrosion Resistance & Fire Retardant |
Moderate |
Class 1 (10 or Less) |
Molded |
|
150° F |
| Type P |
Phenolic |
Low Smoke & Superior Fire Resistance |
Very Good |
Class 1 (5 or Less) |
Molded & Pultruded |
|
300° F |
Standard Colors:
Light Grey
Dark Gray
Green
Yellow
Reddish-Brown
VINYL ESTER (TYPE V) - Withstands frequent and direct contact in extreme chemical environments. Ideal for use in caustic and acidic environments such as chemical plants, waste water treatment and plating applications.
GENERAL PURPOSE ISOPHTHALIC POLYESTER (TYPE GP) - A great, low-cost resin used in environments such as dairies, food processing plants and walkway applications.
FOOD GRADE ISOPHTHALIC POLYESTER (TYPE F) - Ideal for environments in the food and beverage industry, where grating may frequently be wet or exposed to harsh cleaning products.
PREMIUM ISOPHTHALIC POLYESTER (TYPE I) - An industrial strength resin great for environments where grating may occasionally be in contact with harsh chemicals due to splashes or spills.
EXTRA FIRE RETARDANT ISOPHTHALIC POLYESTER (TYPE XFR) - Offering an added level of fire safety for critical areas with increased fire potential. (Sparking equipment, welding, etc.)
PHENOLIC (TYPE P) - The best choice for environments where fire resistance, low smoke and low toxic fumes emissions are critical, such as oil refineries, ships, train decks and tunnels.