Kraft-faced R-30 for 16 in. o.c. high-R attic and floor cavities
Key features
10 in. labeled thickness at distributor-listed R-30 performance
Next Gen handling per manufacturer line for cleaner overhead installs
Technical specifications
| R-Value | 30.0 |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 10.0 in |
| Width | 16.0 in |
| Length | 48.0 in |
| Coverage | 58.67 sq ft/pack |
| Material | Fiberglass (PINK Next Gen), kraft-faced |
| Fire rating | ASTM C665 Type I; glass fibers ASTM E136 noncombustible when unfaced. Kraft facing is combustible—follow OC guidance for ICC construction types and rated assemblies. |
| Sound rating | Cavity-fill fiberglass improves typical assembly STC versus an empty cavity; final acoustic performance is assembly-dependent. |
| Density | Light-density flexible batt per ASTM C665 manufacturer listings; see TDS for product-specific values. |
| Thermal conductivity | Nominal R-value at labeled thickness; see manufacturer TDS (ASTM C518) for tested conductivity. |
| Framing width | 16 in. width for 16 in. on-center joist or stud spacing |
| Construction type | Wood-frame and light-gauge metal-frame cavity construction |
| Application area | Attics, floors, and roof/ceilings; wood- and metal-framed cavities per code and Owens Corning literature. |
Product details
About 58.67 square feet per package (IDI-listed coverage). Primary use: 16 in. on-center assemblies needing R-30-class cavity performance with factory kraft facing for coordinated vapor-retarder installation.
ME24 lists 10 in. labeled thickness, 16 in. width, and 48 in. length on IDI Insulation. The 16 in. module aligns with common 14-1/2 in. clear bays in residential joist layouts, while the 48 in. course length supports four-foot planning in attic floors and between-floor ceilings. Kraft facing is a system layer: staple flanges per manufacturer guidance, face the correct side of the assembly for your climate package, and never treat kraft as a finished interior surface.
IDI markets Next Gen handling benefits and GREENGUARD Gold certification for this listing. Installation quality still requires full loft, split batts around obstructions, and honest detailing at rim bands and stair stringer pockets where compressed fiberglass silently kills modeled performance.
Technical statements for fire performance, recycled content, and conductivity belong in the PINK Next Gen Fiberglas insulation product data sheet linked from IDI—attach that PDF to submittals alongside distributor dimensions and coverage for ME24.
Documents & certifications
Technical data sheet
Manufacturer-tested R-value, coverage, fire notes, and handling—use for submittals, RFIs, and field QA.
Download PDF (opens in new tab)Certifications & compliance
GREENGUARD Gold certified per IDI product listing; UL Environment EPD per manufacturer family documentation; California Title 24 Article 3 insulating materials where applicable.
Frequently asked questions
ME24 versus E56—both are R-30 kraft batts?
ME24 versus E56—both are R-30 kraft batts?
Framing width and coverage differ. ME24 is distributor-listed at 16 in. wide with about 58.67 square feet per package; E56 is 24 in. wide with about 88 square feet per package per IDI. Pick the SKU that matches stud or joist spacing.
Can I use ME24 in metal framing?
Can I use ME24 in metal framing?
Owens Corning literature supports wood- and metal-framed cavity applications for PINK Next Gen batts, but commercial energy models may need extra attention to thermal bridging—coordinate with your consultant.
How should I estimate bags?
How should I estimate bags?
Divide net insulated area by about 58.67 square feet per package and add a realistic waste factor for openings and odd cuts.
Is the kraft facing a complete air barrier?
Is the kraft facing a complete air barrier?
No. It is primarily a vapor retarder and facing layer. Design and seal your air barrier system separately.