PlastiSpan 40 insulation is a closed cell expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation that meets or exceeds the requirements of CAN ULC S701.1, Standard for Thermal Insulation, Polystyrene, Boards and Pipe Covering. PlastiSpan 40 insulation closed cell structure resists water absorption (less than 2% water absorption) so it will retain its R-value even in applications where severe temperature differentials occur.

PlastiSpan 40 insulation provides a minimum compressive resistance of 276 kPa (40 psi). The high compressive resistance makes it ideal for use in applications where heavy loads are expected such as low temperature freezer floor or highway construction. Due to its high compressive strength, PlastiSpan 40 insulation resists compressive creep and fatigue to deliver specified compressive resistance on the long term.

PlastiSpan 40 Insulation is code listed with CCMC 12426-L and exceeds the requirements of CAN ULC S701.1, Type 3.

PlastiSpan 40 insulation complies with the requirements of CAN/ULC-S701, Standard for Thermal Insulation, Polystyrene, Boards and Pipe Covering, the National Standard of Canada for expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation.

  • Available in 2x8 ft, 4x8 ft; 2 ft high bundles
  • 1, 1 ½, 2, 2 ½, 3 in. plus special order sizes and thicknesses to meet job sizes
  • Meets/exceeds all building code requirements
  • Thermal resistance - RSI 0.75/25 mm (R-value 4.30/inch)
  • Closed cell insulation resists moisture
  • Easy to cut and install
  • Maintains R-value
  • Compressive Strength 40 psi
  • No thermal drift
  • Less than 2% water absorption

Material Properties of PlastiSpan® 40 Insulation

Material Property Test Method Units Property Values
Compressive Resistance
Minimum @ 10% Deformation
ASTM
D1621
kPa
(psi)
276
(40)
Compressive Modulus
Minimum
ASTM
D1621
kPa
(psi)
10000
(1450)
Thermal Resistance
Minimum RSI per 25mm (R per inch)
ASTM
C518
m20C/W
(ft2•h•0F/BTU)
0.75
(4.3)
Flexural Strength
Minimum
ASTM
C203
kPa
(psi)
414
(60)
Shear Strength
Minimum
ASTM
C273
kPa
(psi)
207
(30)
Water Vapour Permeance
Maximum
ASTM
E96
ng/(Pa.s.m2)
(Perms)
130
(2.25)
Water Absorption
Maximum
ASTM
D2842
% By Volume 2.0
Dimensional Stability
Maximum, 7 Days @ 70± 2℃ (158±40F)
D2126 % Linear Change 1.5
Limiting Oxygen Index
Minimum
D2863 % 24
Thermal Resistance Values at Additional Reference Mean Temperatures
Thermal Resistance
Minimum RSI per 25mm (R per inch)
ASTM
C518
0C (0F)

m20C/W
(ft2•h•0F/BTU)
-3.9 (25)

0.84
(4.8)
-10 (14)

0.87
(5.0)

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