Partition system for residential projects.
Knauf Isolator can be used in the residential or commercial sectors to provide high sound isolation and privacy in a dry wall construction.
Features and benefits:
To be installed in accordance with Knauf recommendations and British standards BS 8212-1995 and BS 8000-8:1994.
Sockets and switches require either baffle box details or Knauf Putty Pads. Sacrificial wall linings should be considered where multiple penetrations occur.
Uniclass 2015 | |
CAWS | K10/30 Metal stud K10/125 Metal stud partition system |
Product Reference | Isolator for Residential Projects: Isolator ILR1/13 |
Framing | - |
Stud configuration | 50 mm Knauf 'C' stud, 0.55 gauge50 mm Knauf 'C' stud, 0.7 gauge |
Framing centres | 300 mm400 mmFor areas to receive a ceramic tiled finish. 600 mmStandard. |
Head/ Floor channel | 52 mm Knauf ‘U’ ChannelUtilising 52 mm Knauf Deep Flange 'U' Channel if deflection allowance is specified. |
Fixing | Knauf Nailable plugs at maximum 600 mm centresWhere alternative fixings are used to meet performance constraint confirmation is required from supplier. |
Lining | - |
Type | Two layers of 15 mm Knauf Soundshield Plus to each side |
Horizontal board joints | Knauf Flat Fixing Plate |
Lining fixings | Knauf Performance Plus ScrewsTo be used with Knauf Performance Plus and Knauf Soundshield Plus boards. Knauf Screws |
Perimeter Sealing | Two continuous beads of Knauf Sealant on Head/ Floor ChannelsKnauf Intumescent and Acoustic Mastic |
Insulation | Two layers of 25 mm Knauf Earthwool Acoustic Roll |
Head condition | Structural soffit |
Deflection allowance | To be determined by a structural engineer. Consult manufacturer for information. |
Head track fillets | Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
Head insulation detail | RequiredNot required |
Finishing | Taped and Jointed for a Seamless finish using Knauf Jointing ProductsTaped and skimmed with Knauf Finishing PlasterKnauf RMF [Ready Mixed Finishing] in accordance with General clauses |
Standard product features | Fire resistance (BS 476: Parts 20 and 22 Integrity and Insulation): 90 minutes. Acoustic rating (when tested to BS EN 10140-2:2010): 63 Rw dB. Partition thickness: 170 mm (excluding finishes). Maximum partition height (based on limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa): 2600 mm. Duty rating (BS 5234: Part 2 Section 1.6.2 and 1.6.3): Severe. |
Product Options | Framing: - Stud configuration: Use Knauf ‘C’ Studs at corners and abutments where required. Bracing of ‘C’ studs at maximum 1200 mm centres (if required). Head insulation detail: Knauf Earthwool Building Slab Insulation RS60 retained by Knauf 25 x 50 mm angle sections at head of partition (to be used for 120 minutes fire resistance - Integrity and Insulation). Consult manufacturer for information. |
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