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Proteus Low-K

Name: Proteus Low-K
Brand: Proteus Waterproofing
SKU: dtUcji6w1N1HQusCVGukj9

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Proteus Waterproofing

Water flow reducing layer.

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Application

Loose lay over inverted insulation.

Can be used in an Inverted Roofing system in conjunction with Proteus Pro-Therm XPS/EPS and/or Proteus Pro-Therm Upstand Board and gives improved U-values, without the need for an excessive thickness of insulation.

Description

Proteus Low-K is a water flow reducing layer, for use in an Inverted or Protected Membrane Roof. Conforms to CEN 1506946.

Features and benefits:

Improves the performance of inverted insulation, for any required U-value.
Waterproof.
Breathable.
Easy to handle.
Lightweight.
High water vapour permeability.
Strong micro porous polypropylene.
Recommended for use with Proteus Pro-Therm XPS Plus, Proteus Pro-Therm EPS Plus Premium & Proteus Pro-Therm Inverted VIP.
Resists attack by mould and fungus growth, and will not encourage insect attack.
UV–resistant and can be safely exposed on site for a period not exceeding four months.

General information

Color	White
Finish	Micro-textured
Material	Polypropylene
Shape	Rectangle
Length	100000 mm
Width	3000 mm
Height	0.17 mm Guidance for specification option: Thickness.
Warranty description	Other

Uniclass	Pr_25_57_65_60 Plastics sheetsPrimary
CAWS	Q37/335 Separation layer J31/390 Water flow-reducing layer J41/390 Water flow-reducing layer

SKU Code	INLOWKNEW

Specification data - Plastics sheets

Classification data
Material	Polypropylene.
Purpose	Water reducing layer.
Physical properties	-
Weight (minimum)	0.06 kg/m².
Dimensions	-
Thickness (minimum)	0.17 mm.
Width (minimum)	3 m.
Roll length (minimum)	100 m.
Water vapour transmission	0.01 Sd.
Fitting	Unroll across the direction of the slope/ fall.
Overlap	Minimum 300 mm, with the overlap covering the first sheet in the direction of fall.
Details	Use separate pieces at all vertical details and penetrations, at all times achieving 300 mm minimum overlap, and fit flush with top of finishes. Star cut the membrane at outlet positions and turn down into the insulation board.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials	No
Country of material origin	Europe
Country of product manufacture	Europe
Material	Polypropylene
Recyclability	Alongside waterproofing membrane, product can be disposed as mixed landfill waste or used in waste-to-energy incineration at its end-of-life stage.
Recycled content As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021	0 %