Material Composition
Core Material: Made of certified bio-soluble mineral wool, providing lightweight durability and superior acoustic properties
Surface Finish: Smooth, white laminated or painted acoustic fleece finish for clean appearance, light reflectance, and easy maintenance
Some variants feature washable and anti-microbial surfaces for hygiene-sensitive areas like hospitals and laboratories
Panel Options and Edge Designs
Thermatex Thermofon tiles are offered in several edge types for compatibility with suspended ceiling systems:
Board edge – standard square-edge panel
Tegular 15/90 – standard tegular design for slight reveal on grid lines
Tegular 24/90 – deeper tegular edge for visual depth in ceilings
Sizes and Weight
Panel Sizes: 600×600 mm and 1200×600 mm, with special sizes available upon request
Weight: Approximately 2.9 kg/m², making them lightweight and easy to install.
Thickness: 15 mm across all variants
Acoustic Properties
Sound Absorption:
- NRC rating of 0.85 and sound absorption coefficient αw of 0.80, class B performance, providing high acoustic comfort
- Sound Attenuation: DNFW of 28 dB and CAC of 29 dB, improving privacy and reducing noise in open-plan areas
These properties make it suitable for areas like offices, learning environments, libraries, lecture theatres, and large circulation spaces
Fire and Safety Features
- Thermatex Thermofon tiles have excellent fire performance, classified as A2-s1, d0 according to European standards and meeting Class 0/1 as per BS 476 for buildings
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This ensures built-in fire protection for commercial and public spaces. Light Reflectance With a light reflectance (LR) of 0.88, these tiles enhance natural and artificial lighting within a space, contributing to energy efficiency and a bright ceiling environment Knauf
Additional Technical Properties
Thermal Conductivity: λ = 0.040 W/mK, contributing to moderate thermal insulation
Humidity Resistance: Suitable for RH up to 95%, ensuring stability in varying indoor environments
Clean Room Compatibility: ISO 4 rating, suitable for controlled environments such as laboratories
Sustainability: 42% eco-classified content with Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort® GOLD certification
