illbruck ME003 Vapour Barrier
Verified by manufacturer 7 months ago
Three-ply co-extruded PE membrane developed as a vapour barrier.
Application
ME003 is applied to the framing system (SFS or Timber) in either the vertical or horizontal plane. Overlapping seams between layers to be no less than 100 mm, no maximum. Tape and adhesive are applied to all perimeter seams and terminated extents to complete the seal. Tape is applied to the overlapping seams between layers, the adhesive is not required. Do not affix ME003 to the internal face of a window or door frame. ME003 is terminated within the reveal and sealed to the structure. Use a proprietary internal perimeter sealing membrane such as ME508 or ME480 to close the tolerance gap between the frame, structure and VCL.
Description
Three-ply co-extruded polyethylene (PE) vapour barrier membrane used for protecting the construction and insulation by providing a vapour and air-tight seal. High grade granulates are used as its main constituents, which does not lower the sd-value (vapour diffusion - equivalent air thickness). This consequently offers comparable diffusion resistance properties to typical 160 µm PE vapour barriers despite its lower thickness.
Features and benefits:
- Flexible and tear resistant.
- Highly vapour retardant.
- Easy application due to low weight.
- Compatible with illbruck intelligent membranes and adhesives.
Can be used in conjunction with:
- OT301 adhesive - To bond the membrane to adjacent walls and floors to create a lasting air-tight and vapour-tight connection.
- ME315, ME316 and ME317 tapes - To seal the membrane overlaps on non-porous or other suitable surfaces.
For Technical Data Sheets and Safety Data Sheets, please refer to the illbruck website Download Centre.
General information
Color | Blue |
Material | Polyethylene |
Width | 1500 mm |
Warranty description | Manufacturer guidanceAny product which has been applied (a) in accordance with Tremco CPG UK Ltd written instructions and (b) in any applications recommended by Tremco CPG UK Ltd, but which is proved to be defective, will be replaced free of charge. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H92/780 Air and vapour control layer P10/310 Air and vapour control layer P10/60 Air and vapour control layer |
Product range |
Specification data - Plastics sheets
Material | Polyethylene (PE). |
Performance characteristics | |
Tensile strength (minimum) | To BS EN 12311-1, >150 N/50 mm.Guidance for specification option: Longitudinal/ transverse. |
Tear resistance | To BS EN 12310-1, >140 N. |
Physical properties | |
Colour | Blue. |
Weight (minimum) | 100 g/m². |
Dimensions | |
Thickness (minimum) | 110 µm. |
Width (minimum) | 1500 mm. |
Reaction to fire | To BS EN 13501-1, Class E; to DIN 4102-1, Class B2. |
Service temperature | -40 to +80ºC. |
Water vapour permeability | >107 m. |
Execution | Manufacturer guidanceRefer to the technical datasheet, standard details and the manufacturers' detailed method statement before commencing the application. Consideration should be given to sealing around HVAC services and electrical penetrations. |
Accessories | Sharp knife or cutting shears. Standard sealant gun. Straight edge or plumb line. Primer AT140 for the tape on porous surfaces. Pots and brushes for the primer. |