MATERIAL DATA SHEET

Aerogel-filled translucent panel (10mm, 15mm, 20mm aerogel layer; 24mm-32mm total unit)

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ATLAS CODE
COM-PNL-INS-002
Aerogel-filled translucent panel (10mm, 15mm, 20mm aerogel layer; 24mm-32mm total unit)
Category composite
Material Family Panelised
Regulatory Status Non-combustible
Density
100 kg/m³
Carbon (A1-A5)
120 kgCO₂e
Fire Class
Non-combustible
Lifespan
25 yrs
Description

Aerogel-filled translucent panels use silica aerogel insulation to deliver very low thermal conductivity (~0.016 W/m?K for aerogel-based boards) while maintaining daylighting. Kalwall?s translucent insulation packages, which can include Lumira? aerogel, list U?factors from 0.53 to 0.05 W/m??K and visible light transmission between 3?50%.

Primary Sectors
[Institutional][Industrial][Commercial][Residential][Healthcare]
Typical Uses
  • High-performance curtain wall systems
  • Museum and gallery daylighting
  • Industrial facility skylights
  • Commercial building facades
  • Passive house construction
  • Heritage building retrofits
  • Laboratory cleanrooms
  • Sports facility glazing
  • Cold storage facilities
  • Data centre envelope systems
Recycled Content 0
Renewable Content 0
Recyclability 30
Embodied Carbon 120 kgCO₂e
Embodied Energy 1500 MJ/kg
EPD Available No
Advantages
Lowest thermal conductivity of translucent materials (0.016 W/m·K)Maintains light transmission (3-50%) with superior insulationNon-combustible silica core (dimensional stability to 650°C)Excellent acoustic damping propertiesHydrophobic treatment prevents moisture damageUV blocking capability (<1% transmission)Museum-quality light diffusion25+ year service life expectancyLightweight compared to triple glazingNo thermal bridging in properly designed systems
Cautions
Premium cost (3-10x traditional glazing)Limited Australian suppliers and long lead times (12-16 weeks)No NATA-accredited test reports for Australian standardsRequires Performance Solution for NCC complianceFragile during handling and installationLimited BAL ratings without specific testingPotential for aerogel settling over timeRepair difficulty if damagedLimited recycling infrastructureHigh embodied energy from manufacturing
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES COM-PNL-INS-002
Density (Dry) 100 kg/m³
Specific Gravity 0.1
Porosity 95 %
Water Absorption 0.5 %
Hardness 15
Surface Roughness 5 μm
UV Resistance 99
Chemical Resistance 85
pH Tolerance 4-10
Compressive Strength 0.5 MPa
Tensile Strength 0.16 MPa
Flexural Strength 0.3 MPa
Shear Strength 0.2 MPa
Elastic Modulus 10 GPa
Yield Strength 0.4 MPa
Impact Resistance 5 J/m
Bearing Capacity 1 kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.2
Creep Resistance 60
Abrasion Resistance 20
Thermal Conductivity 0.016 W/mK
Thermal Resistance 0.9 m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 1000 J/kgK
Thermal Expansion 0.065 μm/m·K
Melting Point 1200 °C
Ignition Temperature 1200 °C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 35
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 0.95
Optical
Light Transmittance 3?50% VLT (Kalwall TI packages) %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 15 %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 45

Silica aerogel invented by Kistler in 1931. Building applications emerged in 1990s with development of granular forms. Lumira aerogel commercialised by Cabot Corporation 2003. First translucent panel systems by Kalwall 2004. Limited Australian adoption from 2010s primarily in specialty projects. Current market dominated by US and European manufacturers with minimal local production capability.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION COM-PNL-INS-002
Flame Spread Index 0
Smoke Developed Index 0
Combustibility Class Non-combustible
Ignition Temperature 1200 °C
Fire Resistance Rating 120 hours
Heat Release Rate 0 kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion 0
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 120 kgCO₂e/kg
Embodied Energy 1500 MJ/kg
Water Footprint 500 L/kg
EPD Available No
Recycled Content 0%
Renewable Content 0%
LEED Points 3
Circular Economy Score 2 /100
VOC Emissions 0.1 g/L
Skill Level Specialist glazier
Crew Size 3
Installation Time 4 hr/m²
Curing Time 0 hours
Setting Time 0.5 min
Temperature Range 5-35 °C
Humidity Range 20-80 %
Required Tools
Suction cup liftersNon-marring clampsPrecision cutting toolsVacuum handling equipment
Certifications Required
Glazier trade qualificationWorking at heights
Weather Limitations
High windHeavy rainExtreme temperatures
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY COM-PNL-INS-002
Material Cost 800-1500
Installation Cost 150-300
Annual Maintenance 5
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) 2000
Market Availability Import only
Lead Time 12-16 weeks weeks
Design Life 25 years
Warranty Period 10 years
Maintenance Interval 5 months
Service Temp Range -40 to 120 °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance 95
Dimensional Stability 98
Certifications Held
ISO 9001 (manufacturers)NFRC (US products)Cradle-to-Cradle (Lumira)No Australian certificationsLow VOCNo hazardous emissions
Fire Code Compliance
AS 1530.1 testing requiredAS 1530.3 assessment needed
Standards Compliance
Performance Solution required for NCCASTM C518 (thermal)ASTM C1363 (hot box)ASTM E903 (solar)ISO 8301 (thermal)ISO 9050 (light transmission)EN 673 (U-value)EN 410 (optical)

DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.

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