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QI RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL
General Information
RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL inverted roof insulation are a rigid, closed cell type Extruded polystyrene board with integral high density skin.
RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL inverted roof insulation has a Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP), a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of less than 5 and an A rating in accordance with the Green Guide to Specification. For use with suitable Inverted Roof Waterproofing systems.
Suitable applications
RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL is suitable for use in roofs, roof terraces, enclosed balconies over heated space and insulated walkways in an inverted roof construction. When used in the inverted roof constructions listed in the Fire Performance section below roof constructions incorporating RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL achieve Broof(t4) Classification to BS EN 13501-5 as required by Approved Document B 2019 edition, Section B4, Limitations on roof coverings.
RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL is not suitable for use in inverted roof applications on specified attachments such as projecting open balconies, projecting enclosed balconies, recessed open balconies or recessed enclosed balconies.
RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL is not suitable for use in warm roof applications (where the waterproofing is installed above the insulation board)
Fire Performance
As a roofing system for roofs, roof terraces, enclosed balconies over heated space and insulated walkways
In accordance with Annex of Commission Decision 2000/553/EC, when used in an inverted roof specification including an inorganic covering of either loose laid gravel with a thickness of at least 50mm or a mass ≥ 80 kg/m², sand/cement screed to a thickness of at least 30mm, or cast stone or mineral slabs of at least 40mm thickness a roof system incorporating RAVATHERM XPS X 500 SL can be considered to be unrestricted under the national Requirements (Classification Broof(t4) to BS EN 13501-5:2016).
Resistance to foot traffic
The product, in conjunction with the specified ballast layer, can accept limited foot traffic associated with maintenance operations (BBA Certificate No.13/4995).
Durability The product will have a life of at least 25 years under normal circumstances.
For full information regarding installation and specification please see Product Data Sheet.
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Quantum Insulation Limited
Holland House, Valley Way, Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire
LE16 7PS
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