Optima® XPC Extruded Plank Rainscreen
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CWCT Certificate
Certificate type
An aluminium extrusion plank rainscreen system with set flat face modules of 150mm, 190mm, 200mm, 225mm and 250mm. As well as a 150mm module castellated extruded aluminium plank rainscreen.
Application
The XPC is secretly fixed onto an extruded aluminium framework, horizontally, vertically or diagonally.
The aluminium planks are connected by an interlocking male and female joint, which offers a recess or hairline appearance.
Description
Robust secret-fix extruded aluminium plank system. Can be used as a ventilation at the base of a wall and the top, some ventilation can be introduced at the cross-plank joints by leaving a gap with the support structure behind to create backup. Comprises a 6063 T6 extruded plank panel, XPC carrier rails 'T&L' and adjustable helping hands brackets.
Features and benefits:
- Adjustable brackets.
- Also available in different standard widths; 150 mm, 190mm, 200 mm, 225 mm and 250 mm (to let manufacturer know what width).
- Recessed or hairline appearance.
- Secretly fixed onto an extruded aluminium framework, horizontally, vertically and diagonally.
- Ideal for refurbishments, where space is limited due to adjacent boundary restrictions.
- Superior deflection and impact resistance.
- All planks can interlock with each other.
- Seamless integration.
- Full range of Euroclass A1 and A2 - s1,d0 panels from 2mm to 4mm.
- Mechanical fixings
- Independently tested and certified to CWCT rigorous specification.
- Compliant to NHBC requirements.
- NBS Specifications available.
Consult the manufacturer to discuss bespoke detail proposals.
General information
Color | Beige Black Blue Bronze Brown |
Finish | Anodized Powder-coated |
Material | Aluminium |
Shape | Rectangle |
Length | Bespoke |
Width | Bespoke |
Height | Bespoke |
Warranty description | Manufacturer guidanceDependent on specified finish and location, consult manufacturer. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H92/120 Rainscreen cladding |
Specification data - Drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding systems
System performance | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements. |
Thermal insulation | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Breather membrane | |
Material | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Fasteners | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Secondary support structure | XPC carrier rails 'T&L' and adjustable helping hands brackets.Manufacturer guidanceConsult manufacturer for further details. |
Cavity fire barriers | |
Horizontal | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Vertical | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Cladding panels | |
Material | 150 mm-wide 6063 T6 aluminium, anodized.Guidance for specification option: Insert colour requirements. 150 mm-wide 6063 T6 aluminium, polyester powder-coated.Guidance for specification option: Insert colour requirements. Manufacturer guidancePlanks are 15 mm-deep (2.5 mm thick), and available up to 6400 mm long. Insert requirements or other details e.g. drawing reference or schedule. |
Panel joints | Recessed.Hairline.Manufacturer guidanceThe aluminium planks are connected by a simple interlocking male/female joint, which offers either a recessed or hairline appearance. Consult manufacturer for further details. |
Reveals | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Samples required | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
Configuration | Vertical panels. Horizontal panels. Diagonal panels. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | Europe |
Country of product manufacture | Europe |
Material | Aluminium |
Recyclability | Manufacturer guidancePrime aluminium. |
Recycled contentAs defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021 | 99 % |
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| Platform | Compatible | Version |
|---|---|---|
 Revit | - | 1 |
 IFC | - | 1 |
Third party certifications
Literature
CWCT Certificate for Sotech Optima XPC Extruded Aluminium Plank Rainscreen
Optima XPC System Details
Case studies
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