DCT-W06-3
INTERNALLY INSULATED NON-COMBUSTIBLE MASONRY WALL WITH DRAINED CAVITY AND SMARTVAP INTERNAL AIR AND VAPOUR CONTROL LAYER
An exposed single skin masonry wall such as a concrete tilt slab internally insulated with non-combustible DCT VulcanWool stonewool insulation separated from the masonry by a drained and/or ventilated cavity. The ProctorPassive SmartVap must be taped and sealed to form a continuous air and vapour control layer to reduce internal moisture vapour from reaching and condensing on the masonry. This solution is a rarely used compromise where external insulation is not an option. This solution is a high risk strategy that relies on the perfect installation of the internal control layer and the effectiveness of the drainage cavity. Continuous mechanical ventilation to manage indoor moisture loads will be required in most climates. An independent hygrothermal calculation in accordance with AIRAH DA07 must prove suitability.
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DCT VulcanWool is a non-combustible high density mineral rock fibre stonewool insulation for use internally or as an external grade insulation with water shedding characteristics, designed for use in ventilated rainscreen facades and other thermal and acoustic wall, roof, floor and ceiling applications in residential and commercial buildings.
The insulation shall be DCT VulcanWool thickness [… mm] & density [… kg/m3] non-combustible (AS 1530.1) with a low (<1kg/m2) moisture absorption (EN 1609.) DCT VulcanWool Stonewool is manufactured under licence for DCTech.
ProctorPassive SmartVap is a light duty air barrier and variable vapour diffusion vapour control membrane.