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Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP) (10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm)

Ultra-thin, high-performance insulation panels with evacuated cores, delivering exceptional thermal resistance in 10-50 mm thicknesses; require careful handling to avoid puncture.

Atlas code
COM-PNL-INS-008
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Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP) (10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm)
At-a-glance signals

Ultra-thin, high-performance insulation panels with evacuated cores, delivering exceptional thermal resistance in 10-50 mm thicknesses; require careful handling to avoid puncture.

Overview
Executive summary

Vacuum insulated panels (VIPs) use a fumed-silica microporous core evacuated to a very low pressure and sealed in a multilayer barrier envelope. With initial thermal conductivity around 0.0043 W/mK and a design (aged) value of 0.007 W/mK from 20 mm thickness, VIPs deliver high R-values in 10-50 mm thicknesses. Panels are factory-finished and cannot be cut on site; puncture protection and careful detailing are critical.

Best when…
  • Exceptional thermal performance (R1.3-10.0 m²·K/W)
  • Minimal thickness (80% thinner than conventional)
  • Long service life (25-50 years)
  • Non-combustible core material (Class A1)
  • Stable performance over time
  • No settling or degradation
  • Suitable for all climate zones
  • Space savings increase lettable area
Top advantages
  1. 01 Exceptional thermal performance (R1.3-10.0 m²·K/W)
  2. 02 Minimal thickness (80% thinner than conventional)
  3. 03 Long service life (25-50 years)
  4. 04 Non-combustible core material (Class A1)
  5. 05 Stable performance over time
Top limitations
  1. 01 Cannot be cut or modified on-site
  2. 02 Vulnerable to puncture damage
  3. 03 5-10x cost premium over conventional insulation
  4. 04 Requires skilled specialist installation
  5. 05 Performance Solution pathway required for NCC
Technical
Physical ·8
Density
180-250 kg/m3 Typical range for VIP panels with fumed silica core.
Specific gravity
0.17
Porosity
95 %
Water absorption
0.1 %
UV resistance
requires protection // Barrier film degrades under UV
Chemical resistance
good // Inorganic core, stable pH neutral-alkaline
pH tolerance
6-9
Surface roughness
0.5 µm
Mechanical ·4
Compressive strength
0.15 MPa Approximately 150 kPa at 10% compression.
Flexural strength
0.64 MPa
Impact resistance
low // Puncture vulnerable
Creep resistance
excellent // Stable under constant load
Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon & energy ·4
Embodied carbon
8.5
Embodied energy
150 MJ/kg
Recycled content
0 %
Renewable content
0 %
Compliance & Fire
Fire performance ·1
Combustibility class
Non-combustible core (A1), combustible envelope // European classification
Cost & Lifecycle
Capex & lead time ·5
Material cost (range)
800-1300 // $/m² - Estimated from international data
Material cost (per unit)
40-65 // $/panel (600×400mm typical)
Lead time
4-6 weeks // International shipping
Annual maintenance
0
Market availability
special order // 4-6 week lead time
Service life & durability ·3
Expected lifespan
60 years Extrapolated service life depending on application.
Maintenance interval
0
Warranty period
20
Layer D

Where it's used

Space-constrained wall insulation
Roof and ceiling insulation
Floor insulation systems
Cool room and cold storage
Heritage building retrofits
Passive house construction
Thermal bridge mitigation
High-performance building envelopes
COM-PNL-INS-008 · Materials Atlas · CLAD Atlas data is reference-only. Verify against manufacturer specifications and current standards before specifying.