FIBEROCK® Aqua-Tough™ is the ideal multi-attribute and multi-functional panel for high traffic areas, wet areas, fire rated and acoustic applications. FIBEROCK® Aqua-Tough™ panels are a unique, paper-less homogenous gypsum fibre board that includes a fire, mould and water-resistant core for superior durability and performance. Easy to cut and install, minimal wastage, these panels are highly effective and durable in wet and dry environments alike.
Physical Properties
- Board Thickness: 12.70mm, 15.88mm (1/2", 5/8" IMP)
- Sheet Size: 1219mm x 2438mm (4'x8' IMP)
- Surface finish: Smooth, paper-less
- Edge Profiles: Recessed Edge Mass 11.7 kg/m2 nominal (12.70mm) 15.1kg/m2 nominal (15.88mm)
- Fire Hazard Properties: Group 1 and average specific extinction area less than 250 m2/kg –in accordance with NCC Specification C1.10 Fire Hazard Properties – Floors, Walls and Ceilings
- Combustibility: Non Combustible material as tested to AS 1530.1-1994
- VOC: Less than 0.5mg/m3 TVOC
- GECA: Yes
- Manufacture: Manufactured in USA to meet the requirements of ASTM C1278
- Availability: Refer Knauf Sales Office for product range and availability
Applications
- Gymnasium
- Hospitals/mental health
- Education
- Hotels
- Museums/art gallery
- Shopping centres
- Commercial buildings
- Correctional facilities
- High end residential
Features and Benefits
- Exceptional impact resistance; when compared with plasterboard linings
- Fire rated wall systems up to 60 minutes (single layer) and 120 minutes (2 layers)
- High mass gives superior noise control, including inter-tenancy rated systems
- Excellent substrate for paint and tiles and a number of abrasion resistant coatings
- Paperless board means no paper face to scratch, tear, de-laminate or feed mould
- Suitable fixtures can be attached to linings without the need to screw into studs or noggings
- Water resistance superior to plasterboard linings
- Mould resistance superior to plasterboard linings
- Certified, recycled content of 95%
