SMART (PIR) Panels V/s Expanded Polystrene (Thermocol)
| PROPERTIES | SMART PIR PANELS | THERMOCOL | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 15 mm | 40 mm | - |
| Length | Upto 4000 mm | Upto 2000 mm | More length, thus lead to faster installation. |
| Width | 1200 mm | 1000 mm | More width, thus faster installation. |
| Density | More than 48 Kg/m3 | Less than 18 Kg/m3 | Higher is Better |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.019 W/m.K | 0.040 W/m.K | Lower is Better |
| R Value | 0.750 (m2.K)/W | 0.625 (m2.K)/W | Higher is Better |
| U Value (1/R) | 1.333 W/(m2.K) | 1.60 W/(m2.K) | Lower is Better |
| Fire Retardant Rating | BS 476, Part 6, Class 0 | Class 1 | Class 0 is Better |
| Water Absorption | 0.03% | More than 2% | Lower is Better |
| Biological | No fungus growth | Fungus growth | - |
| Green Building Product | Yes | No | - |
| Service Temperature | -40oC to 150oC | -10oC to 110oC | More service range of PIR |
| Surface | With both side Kraft Paper or with Aluminium Foil on either side. | Nil | - |