Supercourse 500 is a general damp-proof course (DPC) used to prevent moisture transfer between building materials.  It is also used as a concealed flashing for masonry veneer cladding. 

Manufactured using a single layer of black polyethylene, Supercourse 500 is tough, high-impact and tear resistant.  It is a suitable moisture impermeable alternative to bituminous DPC. 

Limitations

• Maximum weather or UV exposure in 30 days.
• Supercourse 500 is NOT a window flashing tape and NOT a thermal break product. 

Compliance

When Supercourse 500 is used and installed as a damp-proof course and/or concealed flashing behind masonry veneer walls, the product will meet or contribute to meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:

• Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1 (a), 50 years and B.2.3.2.
• Clause E2 External Moisture: Performance E2.3.2 and E2.3.3.  When used as flashing as part of a masonry veneer cladding system, Supercourse 500 will contribute to meeting the requirement of E2.3.2.  When used as a damp-proof course, Supercourse 500 will meet the requirements of E2.3.3.
• Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: Performancee F2.3.1.  Supercourse 500 meets this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people. 

More details can be found in Supercourse 500 BRANZ Appraisal 329 (2022). 

Durability

Supercourse 500 is expected to have a serviceable life in excess of 50 years when it is:

• Installed in accordance with Thermakraft's literature and BRANZ Appraisal. 
• Not over exposed to the weather or UV (not more than 30 days).
• Never exposed to chemicals or solvents that will degrade or affect polyethylene material. 
  

Product Warranty

Standard Thermakraft warranty applies. Refer to Thermakraft Warranty Statement for further details. This item is available online here or call 0800 806 595.