| Product Data | |
|---|---|
| Declared Thermal Conductivity (λ-Value) | 0.023 W/m.K at 23oC (insulant thickness 25 – 44 mm) |
| Emittance (Foil Face) | E0.06 |
| Product Dimensions | 1200 mm x 514 mm (0.61 m2) Other dimensions available upon enquiry. Minimum order quantities apply. |
| Nominal Product Thickness | 25, 40 mm Other thicknesses available upon enquiry. Minimum order quantities apply. |
Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board
Product Code
Description
Rigid Cavity Wall Insulation
Kingspan Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board is a high performance, fibre-free rigid insulation suitable for cavity wall applications. It has a thermoset phenolic insulation core, sandwiched between two layers of reflective, low emissivity composite foil autohesively bonded to the insulation core during manufacture. This reflective, low emissivity surface improves the thermal resistance of any cavity adjacent to the board.
- Made in Australia
- Clear cavity is maintained
- CodeMark-certified for NCC compliance
- CFCs/HCFCs free, zero Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP), and low Global Warming Potential (GWP)
- Product Data Table
- R-values
- Specifications
- Installation Instructions
- Downloads
- Testing and Data Table
Assumption and Key
NCC 2019 prescribes different methods to determine Total R-value Calculations for Volume 1 and Volume 2.
The R-values shown are Total R-values for the building element as required by the Energy Provisions of the National Construction Code, calculated in accordance with AS/NZS 4859.2 2018.
Kingspan Kooltherm® products are manufactured, tested and packaged in conformance with AS/NZS 4859.1:2018.
Examples shown are suitable for NCC Class 1 & 10a housing and Fire-Resisting Construction Type C walls in NCC Class 2 – 9 buildings. For Fire-Resisting Construction Type A & B walls in NCC Class 2 – 9 buildings a Performance Solution is required. Please contact Kingspan Insulation Technical Services on 1300 247 235 or email technical@kingspaninsulation.com.au for further guidance.
Product R-values
| Nominal Product Thickness | Declared Product R-value |
|---|---|
| 25 mm | R1.10 |
| 40 mm | R1.75 |
Double Brick Cavity Wall
System R-value
| Insulation Thickness | Heat Flow In | Heat Flow Out |
|---|---|---|
| 25 mm | RT2.2 | RT2.3 |
| 40 mm | RT2.9 | RT2.9 |
Brick / Block Cavity Wall
System R-value
| Insulation Thickness | Heat Flow In | Heat Flow Out |
|---|---|---|
| 25 mm | RT2.2 | RT2.2 |
| 40 mm | RT2.8 | RT2.9 |
Specification Clause
The cavity wall insulation shall be CodeMark-certified Kingspan Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board mm thick, with a tested smoke obscuration of not more than 100 m2/kg, comprising a CFC/HCFC–free and zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) rigid thermoset phenolic insulation core faced on both sides with reflective, low emissivity composite foil manufactured under a management system certified to BS/I.S. EN ISO 9001:2008, BS/I.S. EN ISO 14001:2004 and BS/I.S. OHSAS 18001:2007 by Kingspan Insulation Pty Ltd and shall be installed in accordance with the instructions issued by them. A Project Specific Warranty provided by Kingspan Insulation must be submitted.
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Handling & Storage
Storage
The packaging of Kingspan Kooltherm should not be considered adequate for outdoor protection. Boards should be stored inside a building. If, however, temporary outdoor storage cannot be avoided then the boards should be stacked flat on a level base, clear of the ground, and completely protected from inclement weather through use of a polythene sheet or weatherproof tarpaulin. Boards that have been allowed to get wet should not be used.
Resistance to Solvents
The insulation core is resistant to short-term contact with petrol and with most dilute acids, alkalis and mineral oils. However, it is recommended that any spills be cleaned off fully before the boards are installed. Ensure that safe methods of cleaning are used, as recommended by suppliers of the spilt liquid. The insulation core is not resistant to some solvent-based adhesive systems, particularly those containing methyl ethyl ketone. Adhesives containing such solvents should not be used in association with this product. Damaged boards or boards that have been in contact with harsh solvents or acids should not be used.
OH&S
Kingspan Insulation products are chemically inert and safe to use. A Product Safety Information Sheet is available from Kingspan Insulation Pty Ltd.
Please note that the reflective surfaces on this product are designed to enhance their thermal performance. As such, the will reflect light as well as heat, including ultraviolet light. Therefore, if these boards are being installed during bright or sunny weather, it is advisable to wear UV protective sunglasses or goggles and if the skin is exposed for a significant period of time, protect bare skin with a UV block sun cream.
Foil facings are conductive to electricity – avoid contact with un-insulated electrical cables and fittings.
Installation must be in accordance with AS 3999 Bulk Thermal Insulation Installation and AS 3000 Electrical Installations (Wiring Rules).
Cutting
Cutting should be carried out either by using a fine toothed saw, or by scoring with a sharp knife, snapping the board over a straight edge and then cutting the facing on the other side. Ensure accurate trimming to achieve close-butting joints and continuity of insulation.
Cavity Wall
Installation should be in accordance with AS 3999:2015, Section 4 – Safety Requirements for Insulation Installation.
1. Construct the inner leaf to at least an appropriate level to allow installation of Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board to proceed.
2. Remove excess mortar and mortar droppings from exposed edges of any installed insulation boards.
3. Offer the Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board to the external face of the internal leaf and secure in place with a retaining disc/clip on each wall tie. Wall tie structure and positioning must be in accordance with the requirements of the NCC.
4. Ensure that each board is firmly abutted with adjacent boards and penetrations so that there are no gaps in the insulation layer.
5. Leave 100mm clearance around any heat producing electrical fittings and 50mm clearance around hot flues (refer to relevant manufacturers instructions).
6. The outer leaf is then built up to the level of the top of the boards and the process is repeated.
7. Ensure that a residual cavity of at least 40 mm is maintained in accordance with the moisture penetration provisions set out in the masonry structures standard AS 3700 as called up in the NCC Volume 1, Section B1.4
| Downloads | |
|---|---|
| Download Brochure (PDF) | Download |
| Pricing and Where to Buy | Download |
| Request Technical Support | Download |
| Project Specific Warranty | Download |
| CAD PDF – Double Brick Cavity Wall_Kooltherm K8 | Download |
| CAD DWG – Double Brick Cavity Wall_Kooltherm K8 | Download |
| BIM 2016 – Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board | Download |
| BIM 2017 – Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board | Download |
| BIM 2018 – Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board | Download |
| BIM 2019 – Kooltherm K8 Cavity Board | Download |
| PSI – Kooltherm Range | Download |
Management Standards
| Standard | Management System |
|---|---|
| ISO 9001:2015 | Quality Management |
| ISO 14001:2015 | Environmental Management |
| ISO 45001:2018 | Health and Safety Management |
| ISO 50001:2011 | Energy Management |
Product Testing
| Characteristic | Standard | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Compressive Stress | AS 2498.3 | Typically exceeds 100 kPa at 10% compression |
| Water Vapour Resistance | BS EN 12086:1997 / I.S. EN 12086:1998 | > 35 MN·s/g |
Fire Performance
| Test | Test Method | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Ignitability Flame Spread Heat Release Smoke Release |
AS 1530.3 | Spread of Flame Index: 0 Smoke Development ≤ 3 |
Environmental Data Table
| Aspect | Characteristic |
| Recyclability | Non-contaminated insulation site waste is recyclable, but there are currently no facilities in Australia to process returned material |
| Re-usability | Re-usable if removed with care (long term of service expected) |
| Water Use | No water used in Kingspan Insulation’s manufacturing process |
| Blowing Agent Global Warming Potential (GWP) | Manufactured with a blowing agent that has low GWP |
| Blowing Agent Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) | Manufactured with a CFC/HCFC-free blowing agent that has zero ODP |
| Packaging | Contains 0% recycled product Polythene wrap and EPS skids 100% recyclable |
