PlastiSpan® 40 Insulation
PlastiSpan 40 insulation is a closed cell expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation that meets or exceeds building code requirements for type XV insulation. 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.
- 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 - 4.5/inch @ 75 F and 4.9/inch @ 40 F
- 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
Insulation Properties | Units | ASTM Test | Type XIV | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Nominal Density | pcf | C303 | 2.50 | |
Compressive Resistance Minimum @ 10% deformation |
psi | D1621 | 40.0 | |
R-value per inch thickness at mean temperature |
40 °F | (ft2•hr•°F/Btu) | C518 | 4.8 |
75 °F | 4.4 | |||
Water Vapour Permeance Maximum |
Perm | E96 | 2.5 | |
Flexural Strength Minimum |
psi | C203 | 60 | |
Dimensional Stability Maximum |
% linear change | D2126 | 2.0 | |
Water Absorption Maximum |
% by volume | C272 | 2.0 | |
Oxygen Index Minimum |
volume % | D2863 | 24 | |
Density Minimum |
pcf | C303 | 2.40 | |
Flame Spread Index Maximum |
E84 | <25 | ||
Smoke-Developed Index Maximum |
<450 |