Kingspan K8 Cavity Board Insulation Installation Guide

: June 13, 2024
: Kingspan

Table of Contents

Kingspan K8 Cavity Board Insulation
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
PRODUCT FEATURES
Typical Constructions and Total R-values
Product Details
Installation Instructions
- General Requirements
- Handling and Storage
ABOUT COMPANY
References
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Kingspan K8 Cavity Board Insulation

Product Information

Product Name: Kingspan Kooltherm K8 Insulation
Installation Guide: Included
Manufacturer: Kingspan
Product Type: Super high performance rigid thermoset phenolic insulation
Core Material: Fibre-free, closed cell insulation
Facing Material: Low emissivity foil facings
Manufacturing: No CFC or HCFC used, zero ODP and low GWP
Compliance: Compliant with AS/NZS 4859.1:2018, CodeMark-certified for NCC compliance
Country of Origin: Australia

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Ensure the supporting structure is in good condition and suitable for insulation installation.
Step 2: Measure the area where insulation is required and determine the thickness needed (25mm or 40mm).
Step 3: Cut the Kingspan Kooltherm K8 Insulation boards to fit the measured area.
Step 4: Place the insulation boards in the desired location, ensuring a tight fit and proper coverage.
Step 5: Secure the insulation boards in place using appropriate fasteners or adhesive, if necessary.
Step 6: Repeat steps 3-5 for all areas that require insulation.
Note: Follow any additional instructions provided by the manufacturer or relevant building codes and regulations.

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PRODUCT FEATURES

Super high performance rigid thermoset phenolic insulation
Fibre-free, closed cell insulation core
Clear cavity is maintained –resists moisture penetration
Low emissivity foil facings significantly increase the thermal resistance of the cavity
Easy to handle and install
No CFC or HCFC used in manufacture
Has zero ODP and low GWP
Compliant with AS/NZS 4859.1:2018
CodeMark-certified for NCC compliance
Made in Australia

Typical Constructions and Total R-values

Double Brick Cavity Wall

Thermal Performance
NCC 2019 prescribes different methods to determine Total R-value Calculations for Volume 1 and Volume 2.

Assumptions

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.

Brick / Block Cavity Wall

Product Details

Product Description

Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board is a super high performance, fibre-free rigid thermoset closed cell 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.
Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board is manufactured without the use of CFCs/HCFCs and has zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming Potential (GWP).

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

Product R-value

Specification Guide

Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board
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 ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007 and ISO 50001:2011 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.

Standards and Approvals
Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board is manufactured to the highest standards and certified under the following management systems:

Product Testing

Fire Performance

Installation Instructions

Durability

If correctly applied, Kingspan Kooltherm® products can be expected to have a long life of service.
Their durability depends on the supporting structure and the conditions of its use.
Kingspan Kooltherm® products are warranted for a period of 10 years for both residential and commercial installations.
Subject to the terms of the complete Kingspan Kooltherm® warranty document which is available upon request or downloadable from www.kingspaninsulation.com.au.

Environmental Data

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

INSTRUCTION

Installation should be in accordance with AS 3999:2015, Section 4
Safety Requirements for Insulation Installation.

Construct the inner leaf to at least an appropriate level to allow installation of Kingspan Kooltherm® K8 Cavity Board to proceed.
Remove excess mortar and mortar droppings from exposed edges of any installed insulation boards.
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.
Ensure that each board is firmly abutted with adjacent boards and penetrations so that there are no gaps in the insulation layer.
Leave 100mm clearance around any heat producing electrical fittings and 50mm clearance around hot flues (refer to relevant manufacturers instructions).
The outer leaf is then built up to the level of the top of the boards and the process is repeated.
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.

General Requirements

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.
Packaging
According to quantity, the boards are supplied in packs, labelled and shrink- wrapped in polythene.

Handling and Storage

Storage
The packaging of Kingspan Kooltherm® should not be considered adequate for long term outdoor protection. Ideally boards should be stored inside a building. If, however, outdoor storage cannot be avoided then the boards should be stacked clear of the ground and covered with an opaque 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, they 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, to 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).