Polytex 145 AG
Polytex® 145 AG is a water-repellent and breathable non-woven membrane that features an aluminium top layer. The aluminium side has extra low emissivity, which means 97% of all infra-red radiation is reflected. Polytex® 145 AG is thus a completely watertight non-woven membrane which offers breathable protection to constructions while considerably improving insulation.
Polytex 145 AG
Polytex® 145 AG is a water-repellent and breathable non-woven membrane that features an aluminium top layer. The aluminium side has extra low emissivity, which means 97% of all infra-red radiation is reflected. Polytex® 145 AG is thus a completely watertight non-woven membrane which offers breathable protection to constructions while considerably improving insulation.
1.50 x 50 m Article no. 8215015000
3.00 x 50 m Article no. 8215030000
Applications
Polytex® 145 AG is used as a water-repelling and breathable membrane in facade and roof constructions. The membrane is used on the cold side of the construction. Polytex® 145 AG can be applied behind brickwork and closed-facade finishes. The reflective layer works best in poorly ventilated facades because they always feature an air cavity. Polytex® 145 AG can be applied directly against hard or soft surfaces. When Polytex® 145 AG is placed on roofs, its reflective properties only help to reduce heat build-up during the summer. In this case it is not possible to use a higher insulation score because the area under roof coverings is ventilated very effectively. Polytex® 145 AG protects the construction and ensures ideal insulation and moisture control.
Processing
Polytex® 145 AG can be applied directly against hard and soft surfaces.
The membrane should be applied so its printed surface faces the facade finish. Maintain a cavity of 20 to 40 mm for the best possible heat resistance. Apply Polytex® 145 AG in the same way as roof tiles. Keep an overlap of minimum 150 mm and maximum 200 mm. Use staples to attach Polytex® 145 AG to the construction. Use VAST-R® Aluminium tape basic to tape over staples and overlaps. Use VAST-R® Butyl tape and/or Tyvek® FlexWrap tape to make openings and joints wind- and watertight. VAST-R® Butyl tape must be placed under battens to create an effective water barrier, and to extend the lifespan.
Benefits
Limits the possibility that areas heat up in the summer
Improved insulation
Effective use of cavity behind the facade
Water-repellent, permeable and insulating
Highly pull- and tear-resistant
Specifications
Weight 143 gr /m²
Fire class E
Water tightness W1
Water vapour resistance <0.18 m
Water vapour transmission 120 g / m² / day
Tensile strength machine direction 260N / 50 mm
Tensile strength cross direction 160N / 50 mm
Elongation machine direction 80 %
Elongation cross direction 100 %
Tear resistance machine direction 130N
Tear resistance cross direction 160N
Temperature resistance -40°C/80°C
Construction phase 1 month
Emissivity (after aging) 0.03