ICYNENE LD-R-50™

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Convective air movement inside cavities is Water Vapo r Permeance
1. PRODUCT NAME
virtually eliminated, providing more uniform
temperatures throughout the building. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is water vapor
permeable and allows moisture to diffuse
The result is superior quality construction, through the insulation and dissipate from
with higher comfort levels and lower the building envelope. It will not trap
heating and/or cooling costs. Energy moisture in materials to which it is applied.
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is a trademark for savings will vary depending on building
renewable based, light density, open celled, purpose, design, location, etc. Water vapor transmission properties:
flexible, all water blown polyurethane foam ASTM E96: 17 Perms @ 2”
insulation manufactured by Icynene Inc. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is applied by 1005 ng (Pa.s.m2)
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ spray formula is a 8 spraying the foam into an open wall,
kg/m3 (0.5 lbs/ft3) density, free rise, open crawl space, ceiling surface or cathedral Water Abs o rpti o n Pro perti es
celled material. ceiling. There it expands 100: 1 in a matter
of seconds to provide a flexible foam ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is hydrophobic and
2. MANUFACTURER blanket of millions of tiny air cells, filling therefore does not absorb or wick water.
building cavities and sealing cracks and Water can be forced into the foam under
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is made on site crevices in the process. pressure because it is open celled. Water
from liquid components manufactured by will drain by gravity, given favorable drying
Icynene Inc. Installation and on-site 4. TECHNICAL DATA potential and upon drying; all chemical and
manufacturing are supplied by independent (Based on Core Samples) physical properties are fully restored.
Icynene Licensed Dealers.
Renewabl e Co ntent Burn Characteri s ti cs
3. PRODUCT DES CRIPTION ASTM D6866 > 7%
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is a combustible
Thermal Perfo rmance product and is therefore, consumed by
Icynene’s next generation of high
flame, but will not sustain flame upon
performance products, ICYNENE
Thermal resistance R/in @ 75°F. removal of the flame source. It leaves a
LD-R-50™, is a renewable-based, 0.5 lb.,
ASTM C518: R3.7 hr. ft2 °F/BTU charcoal residue. It will not melt or drip.
100% water-blown foam insulation and air
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is subject to all
barrier material. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ Heat Flow Reduction: applicable National/State and County
exceeds ICC-SAVE and USDA BioPreferred SM Through 1” = 75%
building codes regarding fire prevention and
standards for a renewable-based product. Through 3.5” = 93%
Through 5.5” = 95% requirements for Thermal Barrier coverings
Using high-yield castor oil material, a safe, Through 10” = 98% must be met as per the applicable building
natural ingredient also found in personal code having jurisdiction.
care products such as lip balm, ICYNENE LD-R-50™’s air–sealing
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ reduces the need for capability provides improved performance U.S.A. Specifications
petroleum-based polyol. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ over traditional air permeable insulations Surface Burning Characteristics as per
is an environmentally preferable product at equivalent R-values. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ ASTM E84*:
that is HFC-and PBDE-free and is 100% is not subject to loss of R-value due to Flame Spread <25
water-blown. aging, windy conditions, settling, convection Smoke Development <450
or air infiltration; nor will it be prone Fuel Contribution Zero
It insulates and air-seals in one step for to traditional moisture intrusion via Oxygen Index ASTM D2863 23%
maximum energy conservation while convective air flow. (Will not sustain flame)
minimizing the environmental impact *flame spread rating not intended to reflect hazards
during manufacturing and construction. Ai r Permeance/ Ai r Barri er / Ai r under actual fire conditions.
Significantly reducing air leakage means Seal
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ contributes to a Bacteri al o r Fung al Gro wth and
healthier, quieter and more comfortable ICYNENE LD-R-50™ fills any shaped Fo o d Val ue
indoor environment, while reducing energy cavity, and adheres to most construction
consumption and related greenhouse gas materials, creating assemblies with very Independent testing conducted as per
emissions by as much as 50%. low air-permeance. Additional interior or ASTM C1338 showed that ICYNENE
exterior air infiltration protection is LD-R-50™ is not a source of food for
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ performance is less subject to applicable codes. mold; and as an air barrier, ICYNENE
installation sensitive than factory LD-R-50™ reduces the airborne
manufactured insulation materials. Air permeability of core foam: introduction of moisture, food, and mold
ASTM E283 data spores into the building envelope.
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is an effective <0.02 L/S-m2 @75 Pa for 3"
“breathing”, (Vapor Permeable), air barrier Env i ro nmental / Heal th / Safety
that can move with the building to maintain In all buildings, adequate mechanical
the air barrier characteristic against ventilation/air supply should be provided ICYNENE LD-R-50™ contains no HFCs or
energy-robbing air leakage for the life of for optimum IAQ (Indoor Air Quality). PBDEs. It has been thoroughly evaluated for
the building. See ASHRAE Guidelines. in-situ emissions by industry and
government experts.
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VOC emissions are below 1/100th of the MEET PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AS separate during storage and must be
safe concentration level (TLV) within OUTLINED IN THIS PRODUCT mixed thoroughly prior to use.
hours following the application of SPECIFICATION SHEET. SAVE AND
ICYNENE LD-R-50™. EXCEPT ANY EXCLUSIONS 12. INSTALLATION
REFERENCED IN THE WARRANTY. S PECIFICATIONS
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is CHPS E.Q.
2.2/Section 01350 Compliant and 8. TECHNICAL Refer to the Icynene Installer’s Manual
listed as such on the California High for expanded information.
Performance Schools (CHPS) Low Icynene Licensed Dealers and Icynene
Emitting Materials (LEM) Table. Under Inc. provide support on both technical
LEED guidelines, products that are and regulatory issues.
CHPS E.Q. 2.2/Section 01350
Compliant are considered 9. REGULATORY
Environmentally Preferable Products.
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ has been tested as
Not intended for exterior use. per the requirements of The International
Not to be installed within 3" of heat Code Council – Evaluation Service’s
emitting devices, where the temperature is AC377 and the data has been submitted
in excess of 200°F, as per ASTM C411, or for the preparation of an ESR report.
in accordance with applicable codes.
10. RELATED REFERENCES
5. INS TALLATIONS
All physical properties were determined through
ICYNENE LD-R-50™ is installed by a testing by accredited third part agencies. Icynene
network of Licensed Dealers, trained in Inc. reserves the right to change specifications in
the installation of ICYNENE LD-R-50™. its effort of continuous improvement. Please
Installation is generally independent of confirm that technical data literature is current.
environmental conditions. ICYNENE
LD-R-50™ can be installed in hot, humid 11. PACKAGING AND STORAGE
or freezing conditions. Surface preparation
is generally not necessary. Within seconds, Packaging - 208 L (55 U.S. gallon) open top steel
the foaming process is complete. drums
Component ‘A’ - 250kg (550 lb.) per drum
6. AVAILABILITY Renew-Base Seal - Polyisocyanate MDI
Component ‘B’ - 226 kg (500 lb.) per drum
Check regional Yellow Pages™ or contact ICYNENE LD-R-50™ - Resin
Icynene Inc. at 800-758-7325 or our
website at www.Icynene.com for a local Sto rag e
Icynene Licensed Dealer.
Renew-Base Seal (Component A) and
7. WARRANTY ICYNENE LD-R-50™ Resin (Component
B) ideally should be stored between 15ºC
WHEN INSTALLED PROPERLY IN (60ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Renew-Base
ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS, Seal (Component A) should be
THE COMPANY WARRANTS THAT protected from freezing and ICYNENE
THE PROPERTIES OF THE PRODUCT LD-R-50™ resin (Component B) will

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SR-003-01 January 2009 ICYNENE LD-R-50™ - US Product Specification Sheet