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Rockwool AFB (Acoustic Fire Batt) 16 in x 48 in

Rockwool AFB (Acoustic Fire Batt) 16 in x 48 in

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  • Last seen at $996.53 at Insulation4US on Nov 14.

Our take on the Rockwool AFB (Acoustic Fire Batt) 16 in x 48 in

ROCKWOOL AFB is a noncombustible stone wool batt made for wall and floor assemblies where sound control and fire resistance matter most. It is dimensionally stable and cut to friction-fit into stud and joist cavities, from party walls to plant and manufacturing walls. It comes in several thicknesses, from 1 in up to 4 in, with R-values from R4 to R16, so the same product covers retrofit and new construction. Against fiberglass batts it is denser and stiffer, which helps with low-frequency sound and holds its shape in a cavity; it is heavier to handle and costs more than ordinary thermal batts.

Best forParty walls and shared walls between unitsInterior wall and floor sound controlFire-rated wall and floor assembliesPlant and manufacturing wall partitions
Pros
  • Noncombustible stone wool
  • Dense, dimensionally stable batts friction-fit into cavities
  • Strong acoustic dampening, including low frequencies
  • Chemically inert, will not promote corrosion of metal framing
  • Available in many thicknesses for retrofit and new work
Cons
  • Heavier and itchier to handle than light fiberglass batts
  • Costs more than standard thermal insulation
  • R-value per inch is modest, so thick batts are needed for thermal targets
  • Not a vapor barrier and not a substitute for air sealing

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What reviewers say

Owners and installers who use AFB describe it as a dense, stiff batt that cuts noise through shared walls and holds itself in the cavity without fasteners. Complaints center on handling: it is heavy, dusty and rough on skin, and it costs more than ordinary batts.

What people mention
  • Sound dampeningPraisedUsers say it noticeably reduces noise through shared and party walls.
  • Friction fitPraisedDense batts hold themselves in the cavity and stay in place.
  • HandlingCriticisedInstallers find it heavy, dusty and rough on the skin.
  • CostCriticisedIt costs more than ordinary thermal batts.
  • Fire resistancePraisedBuyers value that it is noncombustible and adds fire protection.

About the Rockwool AFB (Acoustic Fire Batt) 16 in x 48 in

Rockwool AFB (Acoustical Fire Batt) is a batt insulation made from stone wool. It is designed for wall and floor systems where acoustical performance and fire resistance matter most. The batts are lightweight, noncombustible and dimensionally stable.

The batts are made for friction fit into wall partitions and other system applications, from party walls to plant and manufacturing walls. They cut easily and come in several thicknesses for retrofit and new construction.

The product is chemically inert, so it does not promote corrosion. It has low moisture sorption, repels water, and does not rot or promote the growth of mildew, fungi or bacteria.

Batt size
16 in x 48 in
Material
Stone wool, made from natural and recycled materials
R-value by thickness
1 in: R4; 1.5 in: R6; 2 in: R8; 2.5 in: R10; 3 in: R12; 3.5 in: R14; 4 in: R16; 5 in: R21; 6 in: R25
Coverage per bag
1 in: 170.7 sq ft; 1.5 in: 96 sq ft; 2 in: 85.3 sq ft; 2.5 in: 64 sq ft; 3 in: 85.3 sq ft; 3.5 in: 64 sq ft; 4 in: 64 sq ft; 5 in: 42.67 sq ft; 6 in: 42.67 sq ft
Batts per bag
1 in: 32; 1.5 in: 18; 2 in: 16; 2.5 in: 12; 3 in: 12; 3.5 in: 10; 4 in: 8; 5 in: 6; 6 in: 6
Fire performance
Noncombustible; melting point of approximately 2150°F (1177°C)
Acoustics
Excellent sound absorbency
Moisture resistance
Low moisture sorption; repels water
Corrosion
Chemically inert; non-corrosive
Environmental
CFC- and HCFC-free product and process
Application
Friction fit in wall partitions and wall/floor systems

Questions and answers

What is AFB used for?
It is stone wool batt for wall and floor systems where acoustics and fire resistance are the priority, such as party walls, plant walls and interior partitions.
How does it compare with standard fiberglass batts?
AFB is denser and stiffer, so it damps sound better and holds its shape in the cavity. It is heavier and costs more, and its R-value per inch is lower than some thermal products.
Which thickness should I choose?
Match the batt to the cavity depth and to your goal. Thin batts give R4 to R8, while 3.5 in and 4 in batts reach R14 and R16 for deeper stud and joist spaces.
Does it need a vapor barrier?
AFB is not a vapor barrier. Use it with the air and vapor control layer your assembly requires.
Will it corrode metal studs or fasteners?
No. The product is chemically inert and will not promote corrosion.
Can it be cut to fit?
Yes. It is dimensionally stable and cuts cleanly for a friction fit in stud and joist bays.
Where is the Rockwool AFB (Acoustic Fire Batt) 16 in x 48 in cheapest?
At Insulation4US, for $996.53, as of our latest check.

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