No, ARC Rainscreen Barrier is supplied 25mm narrower than the cavity width to provide the air flow required behind certain cladding systems. The provided ARC Spacer Spikes ensure the correct airspace is maintained during fitting.
ARC Rainscreen Barrier has been designed to provide a two hour fire rating where continuous vertical airflow is required behind a rainscreen cladding system.
| Third-party certification | Chiltern International Fire IF12020. |
| Insulation | Rockfibre mineral wool |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.035W/mK |
| Fire integrity | Up to 2 hours |
| Test standard | BS EN 1363-1:1999. |
Does ARC Rainscreen Barrier need to have compression?
No, ARC Rainscreen Barrier is supplied 25mm narrower than the cavity width to provide the air flow required behind certain cladding systems. The provided ARC Spacer Spikes ensure the correct airspace is maintained during fitting.
I require a different air space to 25mm
ARC Rainscreen Barrier is currently only available to suit a 25mm air space.
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