# Technical

## GET INTO THE SPECIFICS

# Technical Details of CosyPanels®

Looking for more detail around the technical specifications of our CosyPanels® Panels? Look no further, below are the specs of every panel. Not sure what these mean? Learn more about the [British Standards Institution](https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/), [DIN standards](https://www.en-standard.eu/din-standards/) and [ISO standards](https://www.iso.org/standards.html)

## Technical Specs of Conservatory Roof Insulation Panels

When choosing materials for your home, it’s crucial to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Home improvement companies who prioritise compliance with internationally recognised standards, such as those set by ISO and BSI, demonstrate a commitment to using materials that are not only reliable but also aligned with industry best practices. Below, we’ve compiled a list of key standards related to insulation and building materials. These standards ensure that the materials used in [conservatory roof insulation](https://cosypanels.co.uk/) project are fire-resistant, thermally efficient, durable, and environmentally sound, giving you peace of mind and long-lasting comfort. If you’re looking for information on thermal efficiency of insulation panels, we have an in-depth guide on the [U-values](https://cosypanels.co.uk/u-value-epc-explained/) and related matters.

**Parameters of External Layers | PVC**

**Property**

**Norm**

**Density**

ISO 1183

**Tensile Strength**

DIN EN ISO 527

**Elongation at Break**

DIN EN ISO 527

**Modulus of Elasticity**

DIN EN ISO 527

**Water Absorption**

DIN 53495

**Shorea Hardness**

MSZ EN ISO 868

**Average Coefficient of Thermal Elongation**

DIN 53752

**Reaction on Fire**

DIN 4102-1 (D)
NFP 92-501 (F)
BS 476 PART 7 (GB)

**Proper Surface Resistance**

DIN 53482

**Gluing**

–

**Printing**

–

**Parameters of Internal Layers | XPS Core**

**Property**

**Norm**

**Density**

–

**Factor of Thermal Conductivity**

DIN EN 13169

**Compressive Stress at Compression 10%**

DIN EN 826

**Flammability classification**

DIN 4102
DIN EN 13501-1

**Dimensional Changes at 90% humidity 70°C**

DIN EN 1605

**Deformation under load 40 kPa and 70°C**

DIN EN 1605

**Water absorption at long-term immersion**

DIN EN 12087

**Water absorption at long-term immersion**

DIN EN 12088

**Resistance to freeze and thaw cycles**

DIN EN 12091

**Linear Expansion Factor**

DIN 53752

**Temperature Range**

DIN 53752

**Construction**

**Outer Layer**

PVC

**Core Layer**

Extruded Polystyrene-rigid foam insulation

**Safety Tests**

**Physical Shock**

Pendulum test / DIN EN 12600 class 1

**Fire Safety**

Tested to DIN EN 13501-1 / class of fire E

**Resistance Tests**

**Increased Impact Resistance**

DIN EN ISO 179 DIN 53 453

 **Weather Resistance**

–

**UV Resistance**

DIN EN ISO 4892 & RAL-GZ 716/1

**Mositure Resistance**

–

**CFC and HCFC**

–

## BSI and ISO Standards Overview

This is a summary of ISO and BSI standards related to insulation materials.

### BSI Standards:

1. **BS 5422:2023** – *Thermal insulating materials for pipes, tanks, vessels, ductwork, and equipment operating within the temperature range –40 °C to +700 °C — Method for specifying*
    - Describes methods for specifying requirements for thermal insulating materials on various equipment within the specified temperature range.
2. **BS EN 13162:2012+A1:2015** – *Thermal insulation products for buildings — Factory-made mineral wool (MW) products — Specification*
    - Specifies requirements for factory-made mineral wool products used for thermal insulation in buildings.
3. **BS EN 16012:2012+A1:2015** – *Thermal insulation for buildings — Reflective insulation products — Determination of the declared thermal performance*
    - Specifies methods for determining the declared thermal performance of reflective insulation products used in buildings.
4. **BS 3958** – *Thermal insulating materials*
    - A multi-part standard covering specifications for various thermal insulating materials, including calcium silicate preformed insulation and bonded mineral wool slabs.
5. **BS 5970:2012** – *Thermal [insulation](https://cosypanels.co.uk/how-cosy-panels-work-conservatory-insulation/) of pipework, ductwork, associated equipment, and other industrial installations in the temperature range of -100°C to +870°C — Code of practice*
    - Provides a code of practice for the thermal insulation of various industrial installations within the specified temperature range.
6. **BS EN ISO 12241:2022** – *Thermal insulation for building equipment and industrial installations — Calculation rules*
    - Aligns with ISO 12241:2022, providing calculation rules for thermal insulation in building equipment and industrial installations.
7. **BS EN ISO 23993:2010** – *Thermal insulation products for building equipment and industrial installations — Determination of design thermal conductivity*
    - Specifies methods for determining the design thermal conductivity of thermal insulation products used in building equipment and industrial installations.
8. **BS EN ISO 7345:2018** – *Thermal performance of buildings and building components — Physical quantities and definitions*
    - Defines physical quantities and definitions related to the thermal performance of buildings and building components.
9. **BS EN ISO 9229:2020** – *Thermal insulation — Vocabulary*
    - Provides vocabulary for terms used in thermal insulation, aligning with ISO 9229:2020.
10. **BS 476** – *Fire tests on building materials and structures*
    - A series of standards specifying fire testing methods for building materials and structures, including fire resistance, surface spread of flame, and smoke production. It is widely used to evaluate fire performance in construction.
11. **BS EN ISO 12628:2022** – *Thermal insulating products for building equipment and industrial installations — Determination of dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation*
    - Specifies methods for determining the dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation, aligning with ISO 12628:2022.

### ISO Standards:

1. **ISO 4898:2018** – *Rigid cellular plastics — Thermal insulation products for buildings — Specifications*
    - Specifies requirements and testing methods for three categories of rigid cellular plastics used as thermal insulation in buildings.
2. **ISO 2219:2010** – *Rigid cellular plastics — Determination of compressive creep under specified load and temperature conditions*
    - Describes methods for determining the compressive creep of rigid cellular plastics under specified load and temperature conditions.
3. **ISO 22097:2023** – *Thermal insulation for buildings — Reflective insulation products — Determination of thermal performance*
    - Provides procedures for determining the thermal performance of reflective insulation products used in buildings.
4. **ISO 16478:2023** – *Thermal insulation products — Exterior insulation and finish systems — Specifications*
    - Specifies requirements for exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) used as exterior wall cladding systems.
5. **ISO 4892** – *Plastics — Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources*
    - Details methods for exposing plastics to laboratory light sources to assess their resistance to weathering.
6. **ISO 12576-1:2001** – *Thermal insulation — Insulating materials and products for buildings — Conformity control systems — Part 1: Factory-made products*
    - Specifies conformity control systems for factory-made thermal insulating materials and products used in buildings.
7. **ISO 12241:2022** – *Thermal insulation for building equipment and industrial installations — Calculation rules*
    - Provides rules for calculating heat-transfer-related properties of building equipment and industrial installations, predominantly under steady-state conditions.
8. **ISO 17738-1:2017** – *Thermal insulation products — Exterior insulation and finish systems — Part 1: Materials and systems*
    - Outlines requirements for exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) used as exterior wall cladding systems, including water-resistive barrier systems.
9. **ISO 9229:2020** – *Thermal insulation — Vocabulary*
    - Defines terms used in the field of thermal insulation to ensure consistent terminology.
10. **ISO 1183** – *Plastics — Methods for determining density of non-cellular plastics*
    - Specifies methods for determining the density of non-cellular plastics by various techniques, including the immersion, liquid pycnometer, and titration methods, used to assess material properties and quality control.
11. **ISO 12628:2022** – *Thermal insulating products for building equipment and industrial installations — Determination of dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation*
    - Specifies methods for determining the dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation.