12.5mm Knauf Fire Panel Plasterboard ǀ FireShield delivers exceptional fire protection performance for demanding applications. This fire-rated plasterboard features specialist additives that make it the ideal choice for Knauf Performer partition systems protecting escape routes, Knauf Shaftwall installations, Knauf MF ceiling solutions, and projects where superior fire performance is essential.

Instantly recognisable by its distinctive pink paper surface, the 12.5mm Knauf Fire boards accepts ready-mixed finishes, conventional plaster, or paint-ready decoration. Pair it with Knauf's comprehensive selection of metal framing, jointing compounds, and fixings for best results.

When installed as part of a Knauf system, 12.5mm Knauf Fire Plasterboard achieves up to 120 minutes of fire protection. Performance is verified through rigorous testing and backed by the Knauf System Performance Warranty, delivering building certification and confidence for your project.

The enhanced fire-resistant specification makes it particularly suitable for applications demanding superior fire performance, including domestic party walls, garage spaces, and circulation areas.

Product specification

• Brand: Knauf
• Model: 12.5mm Fire Resistance Plasterboard
• Thickness: 12.5mm
• Board Length: 2400mm
• Board Width: 1200mm
• Board Dimensions: 2,400mm x 1,200mm x 12.50mm
• Board Coverage: 2.88m2
• Board Weight: 28.80kg
• R-Value: 0.05m2K/W
• Thermal Conductivity: 0.24 W/mK
• Colour: Pink
• Material: High-quality Gypsum
• Profile: Tapered Edge (T.E)
• Board weight and density: 12.5mm - 10kg/m2 - 800kg/m3 & 15mm - 12kg/m2 - 800kg/m3
• Building Regulations: Approved ǀ Class 0
• Finish: Strong paper liners
• Applications: Partitions ǀ Drylining
• Compliance (to BS EN 520 Classification): Type A & F
• Reaction to fire: The National Classification is "Limited combustibility" but the European Classification is rated as "A2".
• Decoration: Plaster Finish ǀ Direct Decoration
• Features: Superior Fire Protection
• Manufacturer: Knauf Drywall®

Application / Installation

The 12.5mm Fire resistant plasterboard superior fire characteristics make it an outstanding solution for commercial environments such as offices and retail facilities. It performs equally well in residential settings, particularly in kitchens and newly constructed garage applications.

Installation requires Knauf Drywall Screws and completion with Knauf's full jointing and finishing system, including Knauf Airless Finishes.

12.5mm Fire Panel is fully recyclable alongside other gypsum-based products.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Significantly higher fire resistance versus standard plasterboard
• 0.5 hours - 4 hours fire resistance (depending on thickness)
• Incorporates glass fibre reinforcement to preserve board structure during fire exposure

CERTIFICATES

• Compliance: EN 520, Types A and D
• Categorized as Gypsum Type X

The test methods refer to

• ASTM E119
• BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000
• BS 1230 : Part 1 1985
• non combustible to BS 476: Part 4

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