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Carlisle Sure-Tough EPDM Reinforced Membrane, 45/60/75-Mil, 5'–10' Wide Rolls Up to 200'
Regular price $1,140.00Carlisle Sure-Tough EPDM Reinforced Membrane, 45/60/75-Mil, 5'–10' Wide Rolls Up to 200'
Carlisle Sure-Tough is a polyester-reinforced EPDM roofing membrane offered in 45-mil, 60-mil and 75-mil thicknesses, with standard 10 ft. x 100 ft. sheets plus narrower 5 ft., 6.5 ft. and 8 ft. widths. Reinforcement gives about 60 percent greater puncture resistance than non-reinforced membranes, and fire retardants support UL Class A requirements on slopes up to 3 in. depending on assembly. Each roll is sold individually in Black.
Key Features:
- Puncture Resistance: Provides 60% greater resistance to punctures than non-reinforced membranes, as measured by ASTM D5635 and federal method 2031.
- Traffic Tough: Internal reinforcement offers excellent resistance to punctures, tears and scuffs caused by maintenance traffic.
- Multiple Thicknesses: Available in 45-mil, 60-mil and 75-mil thicknesses for varying performance and budget needs.
- Hail Performance: EPDM's elongation and weathering resistance provide superior hail damage resistance with a UL 2218 Class 4 rating.
- Cold Weather Flex: Stays flexible in extremely cold conditions and is dimensionally stable and heat resistant.
- Seamless Extruded Sheets: Extruded manufacturing yields seamless sheets that are UL Classified and FM Approved.
- System Compatibility: Pairs with Factory-Applied Tape seams and Carlisle pressure-sensitive flashing accessories.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Carlisle |
| Sell unit | 1 roll |
| Product line | Sure-Tough / Sure-Tough EPDM Kleen Reinforced |
| Available colors | Black (all listed items) |
| Available sizes | 18 variants: .045", .060" and .075" thicknesses in 5' x 100', 5' x 200', 6.5' x 100', 8' x 100' and 10' x 100' (and 10' x 50') rolls, some with 3" or 6" factory tape |
| Material | Polyester-reinforced EPDM |
| Color / finish | Black |
| Thickness | 45 mil (1.14 mm), 60 mil (1.52 mm), or 75 mil (1.9 mm) |
| Dimensions | Standard sheet 10' x 100'; also 5', 6.5' and 8' widths |
| Fire rating | Formulated with fire retardants; meets or exceeds UL Class A requirements for slopes up to 3", depending on the assembly |
| Hail rating | UL 2218 Class 4 hail damage resistance |
| Puncture resistance | 60% greater than non-reinforced membranes (ASTM D5635, federal method 2031) |
| Approvals | UL Classified and FM Approved seamless extruded sheets |
| Intended use | Low-slope commercial roofing membrane, including perimeter sheets for uplift ratings |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
The standard 10 ft. x 100 ft. roll covers about 1,000 square feet before laps; a 5 ft. x 100 ft. roll covers about 500 square feet. Plan roll counts from roof area, seam laps and the narrower perimeter widths used to meet uplift requirements.
Fit and Compatibility:
Part of the Carlisle EPDM roofing system and compatible with Factory-Applied Tape seam technology and Carlisle pressure-sensitive flashing accessories. Adhesives, primers, tapes, insulation and cover boards are sold separately.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What sizes are available?
A: 18 variants are listed: 45, 60 and 75-mil thicknesses in rolls from 5 ft. to 10 ft. wide and 50 ft. to 200 ft. long, some with factory-applied 3 in. or 6 in. tape.
Q: How much area does a roll cover?
A: A standard 10 ft. x 100 ft. roll covers approximately 1,000 square feet before lap deductions.
Q: Why choose reinforced over non-reinforced?
A: Reinforcement gives 60% greater puncture resistance and better resistance to tears and scuffs from maintenance traffic.
Q: Is it hail resistant?
A: Yes, EPDM's elongation and weathering resistance deliver superior hail damage resistance with a UL 2218 Class 4 rating.
Q: Does it meet fire requirements?
A: Sure-Tough is formulated with fire retardants and meets or exceeds UL Class A requirements for slopes up to 3 in., depending on the assembly.
Q: What seam options are available?
A: Factory-Applied Tape seam technology and Carlisle pressure-sensitive flashing accessories support high-quality seaming; some rolls ship with 3 in. or 6 in. tape.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
Pick 45-mil for economy, 60-mil as the workhorse thickness, and 75-mil where maintenance traffic or high-risk conditions demand maximum durability. The narrow 5 ft. and 6.5 ft. sheets are particularly useful as perimeter sheets to achieve certain uplift ratings. Plan seam layout so factory-tape options and Carlisle PS accessories match your crew's seaming workflow.
Large, heavy membrane rolls require multiple workers or lifting equipment to handle safely, and adhesive and primer work on EPDM needs ventilation and flammability precautions.
Order Carlisle Sure-Tough reinforced EPDM membrane in the thickness and width your roof system requires.
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