12.5mm Knauf Fire Panel Plasterboard ǀ FireShield delivers superior fire resistance for demanding applications. This specialist board features enhanced additives that make it ideal for Knauf Performer partition systems protecting escape routes, Knauf Shaftwall installations, Knauf MF ceiling solutions, or any project demanding exceptional fire performance.

Instantly recognisable by its distinctive pink paper surface, the 12.5mm Knauf Fire boards accepts ready-mixed finishes, conventional plaster, or immediate decoration. Pair it with Knauf's complete system of metal components, jointing materials, and fixings for maximum effectiveness.

When installed as part of a Knauf system, this 12.5mm Fire Plasterboard achieves up to 120 minutes of fire protection. Performance is validated through rigorous testing and backed by Knauf's System Performance Warranty, delivering structural assurance and client confidence.

The enhanced fire-resistant specification makes it particularly valuable for applications demanding elevated fire performance, including domestic separating walls, garage spaces, and corridor installations.

Product specification

• Brand: Knauf
• Model: 12.5mm Fire Resistance Plasterboard
• Thickness: 12.5mm
• Board Length: 1800mm
• Board Width: 900mm
• Board Dimensions: 1,800mm x 900mm x 12.5 mm
• Board Coverage: 1.62m2
• Board Weight: 16.20kg
• R-Value: 0.05m2K/W
• Thermal Conductivity: 0.24 W/mK
• Colour: Pink
• Material: High-quality Gypsum
• Profile: Square Edge (S.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

This 12.5mm Fire resistant plasterboard delivers outstanding fire protection, making it an excellent solution for commercial environments including offices and retail centres. It performs equally well in residential settings such as kitchens and newly constructed garages.

Installation requires Knauf Drywall Screws combined with Knauf's full jointing and finishing system, including Knauf Airless Finishes for professional results.

This Fire Panel board is fully recyclable alongside other gypsum materials.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Substantially improved fire resistance versus standard plasterboard
• 0.5 hours - 4 hours fire resistance (depending on thickness)
• Contains glass fibre to maintain the integrity of board in fire

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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