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Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP) (10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm)

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ATLAS CODE
COM-PNL-INS-008
Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP) (10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm)
Category composite
Material Family Panelised
Regulatory Status Non-combustible core (A1), combustible envelope
Density
180-250 kg/m3
Carbon (A1-A5)
8.5 kgCO₂e
Fire Class
Non-combustible core (A1), combustible envelope
Lifespan
60 years
Description

Vacuum insulated panels (VIPs) use a fumed-silica microporous core evacuated to a very low pressure and sealed in a multilayer barrier envelope. With initial thermal conductivity around 0.0043 W/mK and a design (aged) value of 0.007 W/mK from 20 mm thickness, VIPs deliver high R-values in 10-50 mm thicknesses. Panels are factory-finished and cannot be cut on site; puncture protection and careful detailing are critical.

Primary Sectors
[Industrial][Residential][Transport & Infrastructure]
Typical Uses
  • Space-constrained wall insulation
  • Roof and ceiling insulation
  • Floor insulation systems
  • Cool room and cold storage
  • Heritage building retrofits
  • Passive house construction
  • Thermal bridge mitigation
  • High-performance building envelopes
Recycled Content 0
Renewable Content 0
Recyclability 20
Embodied Carbon 8.5 kgCO₂e
Embodied Energy 150 MJ/kg
EPD Available No
Advantages
Exceptional thermal performance (R1.3-10.0 m²·K/W)Minimal thickness (80% thinner than conventional)Long service life (25-50 years)Non-combustible core material (Class A1)Stable performance over timeNo settling or degradationSuitable for all climate zonesSpace savings increase lettable area
Cautions
Cannot be cut or modified on-siteVulnerable to puncture damage5-10x cost premium over conventional insulationRequires skilled specialist installationPerformance Solution pathway required for NCC4-6 week international lead timesLimited Australian technical dataNo field repair possible if damaged
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES COM-PNL-INS-008
Density (Dry) 180-250 kg/m3
Specific Gravity 0.17
Porosity 95 %
Water Absorption 0.1 %
Surface Roughness 0.5 μm
UV Resistance requires protection
Chemical Resistance good
pH Tolerance 6-9
Compressive Strength 0.15 MPa
Flexural Strength 0.64 MPa
Elastic Modulus 64 GPa
Impact Resistance low J/m
Bearing Capacity non-load bearing kN/m²
Creep Resistance excellent
Abrasion Resistance low
Thermal Conductivity 0.007 W/mK
Specific Heat Capacity 1000 J/kgK
Thermal Expansion 2 μm/m·K
Melting Point 1713 °C
Optical
Light Transmittance 0 %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 15 %

VIP technology matured in the 1990s for refrigeration, then expanded into building insulation in the 2000s. Australian use remains niche due to cost and detailing complexity, but adoption is growing for high-performance retrofits and space-constrained envelopes.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION COM-PNL-INS-008
Combustibility Class Non-combustible core (A1), combustible envelope
Toxicity of Combustion low
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 8.5 kgCO₂e/kg
Embodied Energy 150 MJ/kg
EPD Available No
Recycled Content 0%
Renewable Content 0%
VOC Emissions 0 g/L
Skill Level specialist
Crew Size 2
Installation Time 0.5 hr/m²
Curing Time 24 hours
Temperature Range 5-35 °C
Humidity Range 30-70 %
Required Tools
Precision measuring equipmentVacuum detection equipmentAdhesive application toolsProtective handling equipment
Certifications Required
Manufacturer training recommended
Weather Limitations
No wet weather installation
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY COM-PNL-INS-008
Material Cost 800-1300
Installation Cost 150-250
Annual Maintenance 0
Market Availability special order
Lead Time 4-6 weeks weeks
Design Life 60 years
Warranty Period 20 years
Maintenance Interval 0 months
Service Temp Range -70 to +80 °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance excellent
Dimensional Stability ±1mm
Certifications Held
German DIBt approval Z-23.11-1658Non-toxic per WHO guidelines
Fire Code Compliance
No DTS provisions - requires engineering assessment
Standards Compliance
NCC 2022 Performance Solution requiredASTM C1667-15 (VIP testing)ISO 10456:2007EN 13167:2012

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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