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DIVISION:07 00 00—THERMAL AND MOISTURE The Classic, Classic Max and Classic Eco insulations are
PROTECTION for use in Type V construction under the IBC and dwellings
Section:07 21 00—Thermal Insulation under the IRC; fire-resistance-rated construction when
installed in accordance with Section 4.5; and in Types
REPORT HOLDER: through IV construction when installed in accordance with
Section 4.6.
ICYNENE,INC. The Classic Plus insulation are for use in Type V-B-
6747 CAMPOBELLO ROAD construction under the IBC and nonfire-resists ce-rated
MISSISSAUGA,ONTARIO L5N 21_7 construction under the IRC.
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(905)363.4040 3.0 DESCRIPTION
www.icynene.com 3.1 General:
EVALUATION SUBJECT: 3.1.1 Classic and Classic Max: Icynene Classic and
Classic Max are low-density, open-cell, polyurethane foam
ICYNENE CLASSIC, CLASSIC MAX, CLASSIC ECO AND plastic insulations and air barrier systems that are
CLASSIC PLUS 100 percent water-blown with an installed nominal
density of 0.5 pcf (8 kg/m3). The insulations are two-
1.0 EVALUATION SCOPE component, spray-applied products. The two components .
Compliance with the following codes: of the insulation are polymeric isocyanate (A-Component,
also known as Base Seal ) and proprietary resin
■ 2012 and 2009 International Building Code®(IBC) (B-Component, Classic or Classic Max Resin). When
i ■ 2012 and 2009 International Residential Code®(IRC) stored at temperatures between 506F (10°C) and 100°F
(380C),the components have a shelf life of six months.
■ 2012 and 2009 International Energy Conservation 3.1.2 Classic Eco:The Icynene Classic Eco foam plastic
Code (IECC) insulation is two-component, low-density, open cell, spray-
' ■ 2013 Abu Dhabi International Building Code(ADIBC)t applied, foam plastic with a nominal density of
1The ADIBC is based on the 2009 IBC.2009 IBC code sections referenced 0.5 pcf(8 kg/m3). The polyurethane foam is produced by
in this report are the same sections in the ADIBC. combining a polymeric isocyanate (A component) and
■ Other Codes(see Section 8.0) proprietary resin, Classic Eco(B component).When stored
at temperatures between 50OF (10°C) and 100°F (38°C),
Properties evaluated: the components have a shelf life of six months.
■ Surface burning characteristics 3.1.3 Classic Plus: The Icynene Classic Plus foam
■ Physical properties plastic insulation is two-component, low density,open cell,
spray-applied, foam plastic with a nominal density of
■ Thermal performance(R-values) 0.7 pcf(11 kg/m3). The polyurethane foam is produced by
■ Attic and crawl space installation combining a polymeric isocyanate (A component) and
proprietary resin, Classic Plus (B component). When
■ Fire resistance stored at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) and 100°F
■ Air permeability (38°C),the components have a shelf life of twelve months.
■ Noncombustible construction 3.2 Surface Burning Characteristics:
2.0 USES 3.2.1 Classic and Classic Max: When tested in
accordance with ASTM E84/UL 723, at a thickness of
Icynene Classic, Classic Max, Classic Eco.and Classic 6 inches (152 mm) and a nominal density of 0.5 pcf
Plus are used to provide thermal insulation in buildings and (8 kg/m3), Icynene Classic and Classic Max have a flame
to seal areas such as plumbing and conduit penetrations spread index of 25 or less and a smoke-developed index
against air infiltration. The insulations are for use in wall of 450 or less.Thicknesses of up to 71/2 inches(190.5 mm)
cavities and floor assemblies; and in attic and crawl space for wall cavities and 111/2 inches (292 mm) for ceiling
installations as described in Section 4.4. cavities are recognized based on room corner fire testing
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in accordance with NFPA 286, when covered with equipment specified by Icynene, Inc. The foam plastic
minimum 1/2-inch-thick (13 mm) gypsum board or an must not be sprayed onto a substrate that is wet, or
equivalent thermal barrier complying with the applicable covered with frost or ice, loose scales, rust, oil or grease.
code. Greater thicknesses of insulation are recognized as The foam plastic insulation must not be used in electrical
described in Section 4.4.1.2.1, outlet or junction boxes or in contact with rain or water,
3.2.2 Classic Eco: When tested in accordance with and must be protected from the weather during and
ASTM E84/UL 723, at a thickness of 6 inches (152 mm) after application. Where the insulation is used as air-
and a nominal density of 0.5 pcf(8 kgtrn), Icynene Classic impermeable insulation, such as in unvented attic spaces
Eco has a flame spread index of 25 or less and a smoke- regulated by IRC Section R806, the insulation must be
developed index of 450 or less. Greater than 6-inch installed at a minimum thicknesses noted in Section 3.4.
(152 mm)thicknesses of insulation are recognized, based The insulation can be installed in one pass to the
on the flame spread index of 25 or less, when the maximum thickness. Where multiple passes are required,
insulation is covered with minimum %-inch-thick (13 mm) the cure time between passes is negligible.
gypsum wallboard or equivalent thermal barrier complying 4.2.2 Classic and Classic Max: The insulation must be
with the applicable code. used in areas where the maximum service temperature is
3.2.3 Classic Plus: When tested in accordance with no greater than 180°F (82°C). The insulation must be
ASTM E84/UL 723, at a thickness of 4 inches (152 mm) applied when the temperature is at or above 14°F (-10°C)
and a nominal density of 0.7 pcf (11 kg/M), Icynene and be protected from the weather during and after
` Classic Plus has a flame spread index of 25 or less and a application.
smoke-developed index of 450 or less. Greater than 4.2.3 Classic Eco: The insulation may be used in areas
4-inch (102 mm)thicknesses of insulation are recognized, where the maximum service temperature is no greater than
based on the flame spread index of 25 or less, when the 180OF (820C). The insulation must be applied when the
insulation is covered with minimum '/2-inch-thick (13 mm) temperature is at or above 14°F (-10°C) and be protected
gypsum wallboard or equivalent thermal barrier complying from the weather during and after application.
with the applicable code. 4.2.4 Classic Plus: The insulation may be used in areas
3.3 Thermal Resistance: where the maximum service temperature is no greater than
Icynene Classic, Classic Max, Classic Eco and Classic 180°F (820C). The insulation o must be applied when the
Plus have thermal resistance (R-values) at a mean temperature is at or above 14 F (-10 C) and be protected
temperature of 75°F(24°C)as shown in Table 1. from the weather during and after application.
4.3 Thermal Barrier:
3.4 Air Permeability:
4.3.1 Classic and Classic Max:
Icynene spray-applied foam plastic insulations are
considered air-impermeable insulation in accordance with 4.3.1.1 Application with a Prescriptive Thermal
2012 IRC Sections R202 and R806.5 and 2009 IRC Barrier: Icynene Classic and Classic Max foam plastic
Sections R202 and R806.4, at the following thicknesses: insulations must be separated from the interior of the
inches(76 mm) building by an approved thermal barrier, such as 1/2-inch
■ Classic and Classic Max: Minimum, 3 inc
based on testing in accordance with ASTM hesE21 (7 (12.7 mm) gypsum wallboard installed using mechanical
fasteners in accordance with the applicable code, or an
■ Classic Eco: Minimum, 51/2 inches (140 mm)based on equivalent 15-minute thermal barrier complying with the
testing in accordance with ASTM E283. applicable code. When installation is within an attic or
■ Classic Plus: Minimum, 2 inches (51 mm) based on crawl space as described in Section 4.4, a thermal barrier
testing in accordance with ASTM E2178. is not required between the foam plastic and the attic or
crawl space, but is required between the foam plastic
3.5 Intumescent Coatings: insulation and the interior of the building. Thicknesses of
3.6.1 No Burn Plus XD: No Burn Plus XD intumescent ups to 71/2 inches (190.5 mm) for wall cavities and
coating is a latex-based coating supplied in 1-gallon (4L) 11 /2 inches (292 mm) for ceiling cavities are recognized
and 5-gallon (19L) pails and 55-gallon (208 L) drums. The based on room corner fire testing in accordance with NFPA286, when covered with minimum 1/cinch-thick (13 mm)
coating material has a shelf life of 12 months when stored gypsum board or equivalent thermal barrier complying with
in factory-sealed containers at temperatures between 40 F the applicable code.
(4.4°C)and 90OF(32.2°C).
3.6.2 DC 315: DC 315 intumescent coating is a water- 4.3.1.2 Application without a Prescriptive Thermal
based coating supplied in 5-gallon (19L) pails and Barrier or Ignition Barrier: The prescriptive 15-minute
55-gallon (208L) drums. The coating material has a shelf thermal barrier or ignition barrier may be omitted when
life of 24 months when stored in factory-sealed containers installation is in accordance with this section. The
at temperatures between 41OF(5°C)and 950F(350C). insulation and coating may be spray-applied to the interior
facing of walls, the underside or roof sheathing of roof
4.0 INSTALLATION rafters, and in crawl spaces, and may be left exposed as
4.1 General: an interior finish without a prescribed 15-minute thermal
barrier or ignition barrier. The thickness of the foam plastic
The manufacturer's published installation instructions and applied to the underside of the roof sheathing must not
this report must be strictly adhered to and a copy of these exceed 14 inches (356 mm). The thickness of the spray
instructions and this evaluation report must be available on foam insulation applied to vertical wall surfaces must not
the jobsite at all times during installation. exceed 6 inches (152 mm). The foam plastic must be
covered on all surfaces with DC 315 coating at a minimum
4.2 Application: thickness of 20 wet mils[13 dry mils(0.33 mm)],applied at
4.2.1 General: Icynene Classic, Classic Max, Classic Eco a rate of 1.25 gallons(4.7 L) per 100 square feet(9.2 m ).
and Classic Plus foam plastic insulations must be applied The coating must be applied over the insulation in"
on the jobsite using two-component, 1-to-1 ratio, spray accordance with the coating manufacturer's instructions
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and this report. Surfaces to be coated must be dry, clean, may be spray-applied to the underside of the roof
and free of dirt, loose debris and other substances that sheathing and/or rafters, as described in this section. The
could interfere with adhesion of the coating. The coating is thickness of the foam plastic applied to the underside of
applied in one coat with low-pressure airless spray the roof sheathing must not exceed 14 inches (356 mm).
equipment. The thickness of the spray foam insulation applied
4.3.2 Classic Eco: to vertical wall surfaces must not exceed 5.5 inches
(140 mm). The insulation must be covered on all surfaces
4.3.2.1 Application with a Prescriptive Thermal with one of the coatings described in Section 3.5. The
Barrier: Icynene Classic Eco polyurethane foam plastic coating must be applied over the insulation in accordance
insulation must be separated from the interior of the with the coating manufacturer's instructions and this report.
building by an approved thermal barrier of 1/2-inch-thick Surfaces to be coated must be dry, clean, and free of dirt,
(13 mm) gypsum wallboard or an equivalent 15-minute loose debris and other substances that could interfere with
thermal barrier complying with, and installed in accordance adhesion of the coating.The coating is applied in one coat
with, IBC Section 2603.4 or IRC Section R316.4, as with low-pressure airless spray equipment. The coating
applicable. must be applied to a thickness as follows:
4.3.3 Classic Plus: ■ No Burn Plus XD at a minimum thickness of 6 wet mils
4.3.3.1 Application with a Prescriptive Thermal (0.15 mm) [4 dry mils (0.1 mm) dry film thickness],
Barrier: Icynene Classic Plus polyurethane foam plastic applied at a rate of 0.4 gallon (1.5 l_) per 100 square
feet(9.2 m
insulation must be separated from the interior of the ).
building by an approved thermal barrier of 1/2-inch-thick ■ DC 315 at a minimum thickness of 4 wet mils (0.1 mm)
(13 mm) gypsum wallboard or an equivalent 15-minute [3 dry mils], applied at a rate of 0.3 gallon (1.1 Q per
thermal barrier complying with, and installed in accordance 100 square feet(9.2 m2).
with, IBC Section 2603.4 or IRC Section R316.4, as The coatings must be applied when ambient and
applicable. substrate temperature is at least 60°F (16°C)and no more
4.4 Attics and Crawl Spaces: than 95°F (350C).All other surfaces (including glass) must
4.4.1 Classic and Classic Max: be protected against damage from the coating. The
insulation may be installed in unvented attics when the
4.4.1.1 Application with a Prescriptive Ignition Barrier: foam plastic is applied at a minimum thickness of
When Icynene Classic and Classic Max foam plastic 3.5 inches (89 mm) as described in this section in
insulations are installed within attics where entry is made accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or 2009 IRC
only for service of utilities, an ignition barrier must be Section R806.4, as applicable.
installed in accordance with IBC Section 2603.4.1.6 and 4.4.1.2.2 Attics—Classic Max: When Classic Max is
IRC Sections R31 must
b and intent with
t applicable. The applied in unvented attics conforming to 2012 IRC Section
~1 ignition barrier must be consistent with the requirements
for the type of construction required by the applicable code R806.5 or 2009 IRC Section R806.4,the insulation may be
applied to the underside of roof sheathing and/or rafters to
and must be installed in a manner so that the foam plastic 1
insulation is not exposed. The Classic or Classic Max a minimum thickness of 3/2 inches (90 mm) and may be
insulation may be installed in unvented attics when the aplied to vertical wall surfaces to a minimum thickness of
foam plastic is applied at a minimum thickness of 3 inches 3/2 inches(90 mm). Maximum thickness on the underside
(76 mm) in accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or of roof sheathing or on vertical wall surfaces is 20 inches
2009 IRC Section R806.4, as applicable. (508 mm). The insulation may be left exposed to the attic
without a prescriptive ignition barrier or an intumescent
4.4.1.2 Application without a Prescriptive Ignition coating.
Barrier: Where Icynene Classic and Classic Max foam
plastic insulations are installed in an attic or crawl space The attic must have attic access complying with IRC
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without a prescriptive ignition barrier, accordance with Section R807, horizontally placed in the floor, and opening
Sections 4.4.1.2.1, 4.4.1.2.2, 4.4.1.2.3 and 4.4.1.2.4, the outward toward the living space. Items penetrating the roof
following conditions apply: deck or walls, such as skylight wells and vents, must be
covered with a minimum of 31/2 inches (90 mm) of the
1. Entry to the attic or crawl space is only for service of Classic Max insulation.
utilities and no storage is permitted. 4.4.1.2.3 Crawl Spaces: In crawl spaces, Icynene
2. There are no interconnected attic, crawl space or Classic and Classic Max insulations may be spray-applied
basement areas. to vertical walls and the underside of floors,as described in
3. Air in the attic or crawl space is not circulated to other this section. The thickness of the foam plastic applied to
parts of the building. the underside of the floors must not exceed 14 inches
(356 mm). The thickness of the spray foam plastic
4. Combustion air is provided in accordance with IMC insulation applied to vertical wall surfaces must not exceed
Section 701. 31/2 inches (88.9 mm). The foam plastic does not require
5. Attic ventilation is provided when required by IBC an ignition barrier or a coating.
Section 1203.2 or IRC Section R806, except when 4.4.1.2.4 Use on Attic Floors:When used on attic floors,
air-impermeable insulation is permitted in unvented Icynene Classic and Classic Max foam plastic insulations
attics in accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or may be installed at a maximum thickness of 111/2 inches
2009 IRC Section R806.4, as applicable. (292 mm)between joists in attic floors.The insulation must
6. Under-floor(crawl space)ventilation is provided when be separated from the interior of the building by an
required by IBC Section 1203.3 or IRC Section approved thermal barrier.The coatings specified in Section
R408.1,as applicable. 4.4.1.2.1 and the ignition barrier in accordance with IBC
Section 2603.4.1.6 and IRC Section R316.5.3, may be
4.4.1.2.1 Attics — Classic and Classic Max: In attics, omitted.
Icynene Classic and Classic Max foam plastic insulations
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4.4.2 Classic Eco: Icynene Classic Eco insulation may be installed in
4.4.2.1 Application with a Prescriptive Ignition Barrier: unvented attics when i he foam plastic is applied at a
When Icynene Classic Eco is installed within attics or crawl minimum thickness of 5/2 inches(140 mm)as described in
spaces where entry is made only for service of utilities, an this section, in accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5
ignition barrier must be installed in accordance with IBC or 2009 IRC Section R806.4,as applicable.
Section 2603.4.1.6 and IRC Sections R316.5.3 and 4.4.2.2.2 Crawl Spaces: In crawl spaces, Icynene
R316.5.4, as applicable. The ignition barrier must be Classic Eco insulation may be spray-applied to vertical
consistent with the requirements for the type of walls and the underside of floors, as described in this
construction required by the applicable code and must be section. The thickness of the foam plastic applied to the
installed in a manner so that the foam plastic insulation is underside of the floors must not exceed 14 inches
not exposed. Icynene Classic Eco may be installed in (356 mm). The thickness of the spray foam plastic
unvented attics when the foam plastic is applied at a insulation applied to vertical wall surfaces must not exceed
minimum thickness of 5.5 inches (140 mm) in accordance 31/2 inches (88.9 mm). The foam plastic does not require
with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or 2009 IRC Section an ignition barrier or a coating.
R806.4, as applicable. 4.4.2.2.3 Use on Attic Floors: Icynene Classic Eco
4.4.2.2 Application without a Prescriptive Ignition insulation may be installed at a maximum thickness of
Barrier: Where Icynene Classic Eco insulation is installed 51/2 inches (152 mm) between joists in attic floors when
in accordance with Sections 4.4.2.2.1, 4.4.2.2.2 and covered with one of the coatings applied as described in
4.4.2.2.3,the following conditions apply: Section 4.4.2.2.1. The insulation must be separated from
1. Entry to the attic or crawl space is to service utilities, the interior of the building by an approved thermal barrier.
and no storage is permitted. 4.4.3 Classic Plus:
2. There are no interconnected attic or crawl space 4.4.3.1 Application with a Prescriptive Ignition Barrier:
areas. When Icynene Classic Plus is installed up to a maximum
3. Air in the attic or crawl space is not circulated to other thickness of 4 inches (102 mm) within attics or crawl
parts of the building. spaces where entry is made only for service of utilities, an
ignition barrier must be installed in accordance with IBC
4. Combustion air is provided in accordance with IMC Section 2603.4.1.6 and IRC Sections R316.5.3 and
Section 701. R316.5.4, as applicable. The ignition barrier must be
5. Attic ventilation is provided when required by IBC consistent with the requirements for the type of
Section 1203.2 or IRC Section R806, except when construction required by the applicable code and must be
air-impermeable insulation is permitted in unvented installed in a manner so that the foam plastic insulation is
attics in accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or not exposed. Icynene Classic Plus may be installed in
2009 IRC Section R806.4,as applicable. unvented attics when the foam plastic is applied at a
minimum thickness of 2 inches (51 mm) in accordance
6. Under-floor(crawl space)ventilation is provided when with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or 2009 IRC Section
required by IBC Section 1203.3 or IRC Section R806.4, as applicable.
R408.1, as applicable. 4.4.3.2 Application without a Prescriptive Ignition
4.4.2.2.1 Attics and Crawl Spaces: In attics and crawl Barrier: Where Icynene Classic Plus insulation is installed
spaces, Icynene Classic Eco insulation may be spray- in accordance with Sections 4.4.3.2.1, 4.4.3.2.2, and
applied to the underside of the roof sheathing and/or 4.4.3.2.3,the following conditions apply:
rafters, the underside of wood floors, and vertical surfaces,as described in this section. The thickness of the foam 1. Entry to the attic or crawl space is to service utilities,
plastic applied to the underside of the top of the space and no storage is permitted.
must not exceed 131/2 inches (343 mm). The thickness of 2. There are no interconnected attic or crawl space
the spray foam plastic insulation applied to vertical wall areas.
surfaces must not exceed 51/2 inches (140 mm). The foam 3. Air in the attic or crawl space is not circulated to other
plastic must be covered on all surfaces with one of the parts of the building.
coatings described in Section 3.5. The coating must be
applied over the Icynene Classic Eco insulation in 4. Combustion air is provided in accordance with IMC
accordance with the coating manufacturer's instructions Section 701.
and this report. Surfaces to be coated must be dry, clean, 5. Attic ventilation is provided when required by IBC
and free of dirt, loose debris and other substances that Section 1203.2 or IRC Section R806, except when
could interfere with adhesion of the coating. The coating is air-impermeable insulation is permitted in unvented
applied in one coat with low-pressure airless spray attics in accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 or
equipment. The coating must be applied to a thickness as follows: 2009 IRC Section R806.4,as applicable.
■ No Burn Plus XD at a minimum thickness of 10 wet mils 6. Under-floor(crawl space)ventilation is provided when
(0.3 mm) [6 dry mils (0.2 mm)], applied at a rate of required by IBC Section 1203.3 or IRC Section
0.63 gallon(2.4 L)per 100 square feet(9.2 m2) R408.1, as applicable.
■ DC 315 at a minimum thickness of 8 wet mils (0.2 mm) 4.4.3.2.1 Attics: In attics, Icynene Classic Plus insulation
[6 dry mils (0.2 mm)], applied at a rate of 0.5 gallon may be spray-applied to the underside of the roof
(1.9 L)per 100 square feet(9.2 m2) sheathing and/or rafters, the underside of wood floors, and
vertical surfaces, as described in this section. The
The coating must be applied when ambient and thickness of the foam plastic applied to the underside of
substrate temperature is at least 60°F (16°C) and no more the top of the space must not exceed 14 inches(356 mm).
than 95°F(35°C).All other surfaces (including glass)must The thickness of the spray foam plastic insulation applied
be protected against damage from the coating. to vertical wall surfaces must not exceed 8 inches
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(203 mm). The foam plastic insulation must be covered on (51 mm) long and spaced 24 inches (610 mm) on center
all exposed surfaces with DC315 intumescent coating at a along the studs. The stud cavity contains Icynene Classic
minimum thickness of 4 wet mils (0.1 mm) [3 dry mils or Classic Max insulation nominally 2 inches(51 mm)thick.
(0.08 mm)], applied at a rate of 0.25 gallon (0.95 Q per Axial loads applied to the wall assembly must be limited
100 square feet (9.2 m ). The coating must be applied to the least of the following:
over the Icynene Classic Plus insulation in accordance with
the coating manufacturer's instructions and this report. ■ 1,805 pounds(8029 N)per stud.
Surfaces to be coated must be dry, clean, and free of dirt, Design stress of 0.78 F'c.
loose debris and other substances that could interfere with
adhesion of the coating.The coating is applied in one coat ■ Design stress of 0.78 Pc at a maximum I,/d of 33.
with low-pressure airless spray equipment.
4.5.1.3 Assembly 3 (Floor/Ceiling): Minimum nominally
The coating must be applied when ambient and 2-by-10 [11/2 by 9 /4 inches (38 mm by 235 mm)] Douglas
substrate temperature is at least 60°F (16°C) and no more fir, No. 2 grade wood joists spaced 24 inches(610 mm)on
than 95°F(35°C).All other surfaces(including glass)must center, with minimum 1-by-3 [3/4 by 21/2 inches (19.1 by
be protected against damage from the coating. 64 mm)] spruce bridging at mid-span. Floor decking
Icynene Classic Plus insulation may be installed in must be minimum 1/2-inch-thick (12.7 mm) exterior grade
unvented attics.when the foam plastic is applied at a plywood installed perpendicular to joists and fastened with
minimum thickness of 2 inches (51 mm) as described in 2-inch-long(51 mm)ring shank nails 6 inches(152 mm)on
this section, in accordance with 2012 IRC Section R806.5 center at the joints and 12 inches (305 mm) on center at
or 2009 IRC Section R806.4, as applicable. the intermediate joists. Plywood joints must occur over
4.4.3.2.2 Crawl Spaces: In crawl spaces, Icynene joists. Icynene Classic or Classic Max insulation must be
Classic Plus insulation may be spray-applied to vertical applied to the underside of the plywood deck between the
walls and the underside of floors, as described in this joists to a depth of 5 inches (127 mm). Two layers ofminimum 5/e-inch-thick (15.9 mm), Type X gypsum
section. The thickness the foam plastic applied to the wallboard must be attached perpendicular to the joists on
underside of the floorss must not exceed 14 inches the ceiling side of the assembly. The first layer must be
(356 mm). The thickness of the spray foam plastic attached with 11/4-inch-long (32 mm), Type W drywall
insulation applied to vertical wall surfaces must not exceed screws, spaced 24 inches (610 mm) on center. The
8 inches mm). The insulation must be covered with second layer must be applied perpendicular to the joists,
DC-315 coating
g is described in Section 4.4.3.2.1. offset 24 inches(610 mm)from the base layer.The second
4A.3.2.3 Use on Attic Floors: Icynene Classic Plus layer must be attached with 2-inch-long (51 mm), Type S
insulation may be installed at a maximum thickness of drywall screws spaced 12 inches (305 mm) on center.
13 inches (330 mm) between joists in attic floors. The Additional fasteners must be installed along the butt joints
insulation must be separated from the interior of the of the second layer, securing the two layers together.
building by an approved thermal barrier. The insulation These fasteners must be 1 1/2-inch-long (38 mm), Type G
does not require an ignition barrier or a coating. drywall screws placed 2 inches (51 mm) back from each
4.5 One-hour Fire-resistance-rated Assemblies: end of the butt joint and spaced 12 inches (305 mm) on
center. The wallboard joints on the exposed side must be
4.5.1 Classic and Classic Max: treated with paper tape embedded in joint compound and
4.5.1.1 Assembly 1 (Limited Load-bearing Wood Stud topped with an added coat of compound, and the fastener
Wall): Minimum nominally 2-by-4 [1112 by 31/2 inches heads must be coated with joint compound in accordance
(38 mm by 89 mm)]southern pine(G =0.55), No. 2 grade with ASTM C840 or GA-216.
- studs spaced 16 inches (406 mm) on center with a base 4.5.1.4 Assembly 4(Non-loadbearing Steel Stud Wall):
layer of 1/2-inch-thick (12.7 mm) wood fiber sound board Nominally 6-inch-deep (152.4 mm), No. 18 gage,
installed horizontally on each face with vertical joints galvanized steel studs spaced 16 inches (406.4 mm) on
located over the studs,attached with 6d box nails,2 inches center, are friction-fit into No. 18 gage galvanized steel
(51 mm) long and spaced 24 inches (610 mm) on center floor and ceiling track with a layer of 5/8-inch-thick
along the studs, and a second layer of 5/8-inch-thick (15.9 mm),Type X gypsum board applied to the interior
(15.9 mm)Type X gypsum wallboard installed vertically on side with the long edge parallel to steel studs and secured
each face, at with 8d box nails, 21/2 inches(64 mm) using No. 6, 11/44rich-long (31.7 mm), self-drilling drywall
long and spaced 7 inches (178 mm) on center along the screws spaced 8 inches (203 mm) on center around the
studs. The stud cavity contains Icynene Classic or Classic perimeter and 12 inches (305 mm) on center in the field.
Max insulation nominally 2 inches(51 mm)thick. The gypsum board joints must be treated with vinyl or
Axial loads applied to the wall assembly must be limited casein, dry or premixed joint compound applied in two
to the least of the following: coats to cover all exposed screw heads and gypsum board
butt joints, and a minimum 2-inch-wide (51 mm) paper,
■ 1,805 pounds(8029 N)per stud. plastic, or fiberglass tape embedded in the first layer of
■ Design stress of 0.78 F'c. compound over butt joints of the gypsum board. The stud
cavity is filled with Icynene Classic or Classic Max
■ Design stress of 0.78 F'c at a maximum 1e/d of 33. insulation up to 6 inches (152 mm) thick. DensGlass0
4.5.1.2 Assembly 2 (Limited Load-bearing Wood Stud Exterior Sheathing, 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick, is installed
Wall): Minimum nominally 2-by-4 [1112 by 31/2 inches parallel to steel studs with vertical joints offset a minimum
(38 mm by 89 mm)]southern pine(G =0.55), No. 2 grade of 16 inches (406 mm) from the vertical joints of the
studs spaced 16 inches (406 mm) on center with two gypsum board and the horizontal joints offset a minimum of
layers of 1/2-inch-thick (12.7 mm) Type X gypsum 24 inches (610 mm) from the horizontal joints of the
wallboard installed vertically with joints staggered on each gypsum board. The sheathing is attached using No. 6,
face, attached with 8d box nails, 21/2 inches (64 mm) long 1 /4-inch-long (31.7 mm), self-drilling drywall screws
and spaced 7 inches (178 mm) on center along the studs spaced 8 inches (203 mm)on center around the perimeter
for the face layer and 6d cement coated box nails,2 inches and in the field. Hohmann & Barnard DW 10 brick ties,
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6 inches (152 mm) long by 1 1/2-inches (38 mm) wide, are inch of thickness
spaced 16 inches (406.4 mm) on center vertically on each
steel stud,and secured, using two 15/s-inch-long(41.3 mm) a Classic Eco: 168 Btu/fe (1.9 MJ/m2) per inch of
self-drilling screws, through 4-inch (102 mm) red clay brick thickness.
[3/2 inches (88.9 mm) by 2114 inches (57.1 mm) by 4.6.2 Exterior Face: Nominally 6-inch-deep (152 mm),
7/4 inches (197 mm)] laid in a running bond pattern with No. 18 gage, galvanized steel studs spaced 16 inches
Type S mortar, leaving a nominally 1-inch (25.4 mm) air (406 mm) on center, are fastened to No. 18 gage,
gap between the brick and the exterior sheathing. galvanized steel floor and ceiling track using No. 8,
Optional: It is permitted to add code-complying, /a-inch-long (22.2 mm), self-tapping pan head framing
expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene (XPS), screws. GP DensGlass® Exterior Sheathing, 1/2 inch
foil-faced, rigid polyurethane board stock or polyurethane (12.7 mm) thick, is installed over the exterior side of steel
spray foam on the exterior of the wall (between the studs with the long end perpendicular to the steel studs,
DensGlass' sheathed wall and the brick), while using No. 6, Type S, 11/4-inch (31.7 mm) long, self-tapping
maintaining the 1-inch (25.4 mm) air space. The length of bugle head screws spaced 8 inches (203 mm) on center
the brick ties must be increased to account for the around the perimeter and in the field. The stud cavity is
' thickness of the insulation. filled with Icynene Classic, Classic Max or Classic Eco
insulation to a nominal thickness of 6 inches(152 mm).
4.5.2 Classic Eco (Non-loadbearing Steel Stud Wall): 4.6.3 Interior Face: Type X gypsum board, 5/a inches
Nominally 6-inch-deep (152 mm) deep, No. 18 gage, (15.9 mm) thick, is installed with the long dimension
galvanized steel studs spaced 16 inches (406 mm) on perpendicular to steel studs with No. 6, Type S, 11/4 inch-
center, are friction-fit into No. 18 gage galvanized steel long (31.7 mm), self-tapping, bugle head screws spaced
floor and ceiling track with r layer of 5/t inch-thick 8 inches (203 mm) on center around the perimeter and in
side with
t Type X gypsum board installed to the interior the field. The gypsum board joints must be treated with
side with the long edge parallel to steel studs and secured
using No. 6, 11/4-inch-long (31.7 mm), self-drilling drywall vinyl or casein, dry or premixed joint compound applied in
screws spaced 8 inches (203 mm) on center around the two coats to cover all exposed screw heads and gypsum
perimeter and 12 inches (305 mm) on center in the field. board butt joints, and a minimum 2-inch-wide (51 mm)
The gypsum board joints must be treated with vinyl or paper, plastic, or fiberglass tape embedded in the first
casein, dry or premixed joint compound applied in two layer of compound over butt joints of the gypsum board.
coats to cover all exposed screw heads and gypsum board 4.6.4 Exterior Wall Covering: Details of the exterior wall
butt joints, with a minimum 2-inch-wide (51 mm) paper, covering must be provided to the code official by the report
plastic, or fiberglass tape embedded in the first layer of holder, designer or specifier, with an engineering analysis
compound over butt joints of the gypsum board. The stud demonstrating that (1)the exterior wall covering conforms
cavity is filled with Icynene Classic Eco insulation up to to ASTM E136 and (2)the addition of the wall covering to
6 inches (152 mm) thick. DensGlass® Exterior Sheathing, the assembly described in this section does not negatively
112 inch (12.7 mm)thick, is installed parallel to steel studs affect conformance of the assembly with the requirements
with vertical joints offset a minimum of 16 inches(406 mm) of iBC Section 2603.6.
• from the vertical joints of the gypsum board and the 5.0 CONDITIONS OF USE
horizontal joints offset a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm)
from the horizontal joints of the gypsum board. The The Icynene Classic, Classic Max, Classic Eco and Classic
sheathing is attached using No. 6, 1 1/4-inch-long Plus spray-applied polyurethane foam plastic insulations
(31.7 mm), self-drilling drywall screws spaced 8 inches described in this report comply with, or are suitable
(203 mm) on center around the perimeter and in the field. alternatives to what is specified in, those codes listed in
Hohmann & Barnard DW 10 brick ties, 6 inches (152 mm) Section 1.0 of this report, subject to the following
long by 11/2 inches (38 mm) wide and spaced 16 inches conditions:
(406 mm) on center 5vertically on each steel stud, are 5.1 This evaluation report and the manufacturer's
secured, using two 1 /s-inch-long (41.3 mm) self-drilling published installation instructions, when required by
screws,through 4-inch(102 mm)red clay brick[3/2 inches the code official, must be submitted at the time of
(88.9 mm) by 2114 inches (57.1 mm) by 73/4 inches permit application.
(197 mm)] laid in a running bond pattern with Type S
mortar. A nominally 1-inch (25.4 mm) air gap is left 5.2 The insulation must be installed in accordance with
between the brick and the exterior sheathing. the manufacturer's published installation instructions,
this evaluation report and the applicable code. If there
Optional: It is permitted to add code-complying EPS, is a conflict between the installation instructions and
XPS, foil-faced, rigid polyurethane board stock or this report, this report governs.
polyurethane spray foam on the exterior of the wall 5.3 The insulation must be separated from the interior of
(between the DensGlass sheathed wall and the brick), the insulation
buildingb an a
while maintaining the 1-inch (25.4 mm) air space. The Y approved 15-minute thermal
length of the brick ties must be increased to account for the barrier,except as noted in this report.
thickness of the insulation. 5.4 Since the performance of Classic Max,when installed
4.6 Exterior Walls in Type I,11,III and IV Construction: in unvented attics without a code-prescribed ignition
barrier or an intumescent coating, is based on fire
4.6.1 General:When used on exterior walls of Types I, 11, performance of an unvented attic, the installation
III or IV construction, the assembly must comply with IBC must be approved by the code official as conforming
Section 2603.5 and this section, and the Classic, Classic with the provisions of Section 4.4.1.2.2 and
Max and Classic Eco insulations must be installed at a Conditions 1 to 5 of Section 4.4.1.2.
maximum thickness of 6 inches (152 mm). The potential 5.5 When Classic Max insulation is installed under
heat of Icynene insulations tested in accordance with Section 4.4.1.2.2 of this report, a certificate must be
NFPA 259 is as follows: placed in the attic stating that the foam plastic
■ Classic and Classic Max: 494 Btu/fie (5.6 MJ/m2) per insulation has been installed in accordance with
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Conditions 1 to 5 of Section 4.4.1.2 and the terms of 6.10 For Classic Max, an engineering evaluation, including
Section 4.4.1.2.2 of ESR-1826; any alterations to the full-scale fire testing, small-scale testing and fire
attic or insulation must be consistent with those modeling(Section 4.4.1.2.2).
requirements. 7.0 IDENTIFICATION
5.6 The insulation must not exceed the thicknesses and All packages and containers of Classic, Classic Max,
densities noted in this report. Classic Eco and Classic Plus insulations must be labeled
5.7 The insulation must be protected from the weather with the Icynene, Inc., name and address; the product
during and after application. name; component designation (A or B); the flame spread
5.8 The insulation must be applied by licensed dealers index and the smoke-developed index; the shelf life
and installers certified by Icynene, Inc. expiration date; the name of the inspection body(ICC-ES);
and the evaluation report number(ESR-1826).
5.9 Use of the insulation in areas where the probability of Intumescent coatings are identified with the
termite infestation is 'very heavy" must be in
accordance with IRC Section R318.4 or IBC Section manufacturer's name and address,the product trade name
2603.8,as applicable. and use instructions.
5.10 Jobsite certification and labeling of the insulation must 8.0 OTHER CODES
comply with IRC Sections N1101.4 and N1101.4.1 8.1 Scope:
and IECC Sections 303.1.1 and 303.1.2, as In addition to the codes referenced in Section 1.0, the
applicable. products recognized in this report were evaluated for
5.11 A vapor retarder must be installed in accordance with compliance with the requirements of the following codes:
the applicable code. ■ 2006 Intemational Building Code®(2006 IBC)
6.12 Icynene Classic, Classic Max, Classic Eco and ■ 2006 International Residential Code®(2006 IRC)
Classic Plus foam plastic insulations are
manufactured in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, under ■ 2006 International Energy Conservation Code® (2006
a quality control program with inspections by ICC-ES. IECC)
6.0 EVIDENCE SUBMITTED 8.2 Uses:
6.1 Data in accordance with the ICC-ES Acceptance The products comply with the above-mentioned codes as
Criteria for Spray-applied Foam Plastic Insulation described in Sections 2.0 to 7.0 of this report, with the
(AC377), dated November 2012 (editorially corrected revisions noted below.
April 2013).
■ Application with a Prescriptive Ignition Barrier: See
a 6.2 Reports of tests in accordance with AC377 Appendix Sections 4.4.1.1 (Classic and Classic Max) 4.4.2.1
X [Classic and Classic Max (Section 4.4.1.2.1); (Classic Eco) and 4.4.3.1 (Classic Plus), except attics
Classic Eco (Section 4.4.2.2.1) and Classic Plus must be vented in accordance with 2006 IBC Section
(Sections 4.4.3.2.1 and 4.4.3.2.3)] and Appendix C 1203.2, and crawl space ventilation must be in
[Classic and Classic Max (Section 4.4.1.2.3); and accordance with 2006 IBC Section 1203.3, as
Classic Eco(Section 4.4.2.2.2)]. applicable. Additionally, an ignition barrier must be
6.3 Test reports on air leakage rate in accordance with installed in accordance with 2006 IRC Section R314.5.3
ASTM E283(Classic Eco). or R314.5.4,as applicable.
6.4 Test report on air leakage rate in accordance with ■ Application without a Prescriptive Ignition Barrier:
ASTM E2178 (Classic, Classic Max and Classic See Sections 4.4.1.2 (Classic and Classic Max), 4.4.2.2
Plus). (Classic Eco) and 4.4.3.2 (Classic Plus), except attics
must be vented in accordance with 2006 IBC Section
6.5 Reports of room corner fire testing in accordance with 1203.2 or 2006 IRC Section R806, and crawl space
NFPA 286 (Classic, Classic Max, Classic Eco, and ventilation must be in accordance with 2006 IBC Section
Classic Plus). 1203.3 or 2006 IRC Section R408,as applicable.
6.6 Test reports in accordance with ASTM El19(Classic, ■ Jobsite Certification and Labeling: See Section 5.10,
Classic Max and Classic Eco). except jobsite certification and labeling must comply
6.7 Test report in accordance with NFPA 285, and related with 2006 IECC Sections 102.1.1 and 102.1.11, as
engineering analysis (Classic, Classic Max and applicable.
Classic Eco). ■ Protection Against Termites: See Section 5.9, except
6.8 Reports of tests in accordance with NFPA 259 use of the insulation in areas where the probability of
(Classic,Classic Max and Classic Eco). termite infestation is "very heavy" must be in
accordance with 2006 IRC Section R320.5.
6.9 Reports of fire tests in accordance with ASTM E970
(Classic, Classic Max and Classic Plus).
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TABLE 1-THERMAL RESISTANCE(R VALUES)
R-VALUE(°P-ft2•h/Btu)
THICKNESS Classic and Classic Max Classic Eco Classic Plus
(inches)
1 3.7 3.7 4.0
2 7.4 7.4 8.0
3 11 11 12
3.5 13 13 14
4 14 14 16
5 18 18 20
5.5 20 20 22
6 22 22 24
7 25 25 28
7.5 27 27 30
8 29 29 32
9 32 32 36
9.5 34 34 38
10 36 36 40
11.5 41 41 42
13.5 — 49 54
14 50 50 56
For SI: 1 inch=25.4 mm,1°F•ft2•h/Btu=0.176110°K•m2/W.
'R-values are calculated based on tested K values at 1-and 3.5-inch thicknesses.
2R values greater than 10 are rounded to the nearest whole number.
5
r