The Q Acoustics QI65CF is a fire and acoustic hood designed to cover the rear of Q Acoustics QI65 and IC165 in-ceiling speakers. Required by UK Building Regulations for many new-build and renovation projects, the hood maintains the fire rating integrity of the ceiling into which the speaker is installed, enabling 30-minute or 60-minute fire rating to be preserved. It has been independently tested at the UK Building Test Centre and complies with Part B (fire safety) and Part E (resistance to sound) of the Building Regulations.
Fire & Acoustic Protection
The QI65CF is constructed from woven glass fabric with a starch weave lock finish. This material provides excellent fire resistance, with a flash ignition point of 315–370°C and an auto-ignition point of 370–427°C. The hood remains stable across a wide operating temperature range of −40°C to +120°C, ensuring reliable performance in all typical installation environments.
Beyond fire protection, the hood serves as an effective acoustic barrier. When fitted over the rear of the speaker, it reduces the transmission of sound to adjacent rooms by approximately 10dB across the mid to high frequency range. This makes it a practical solution for multi-storey dwellings, conversions, and any installation where sound isolation between floors is important.
Installation
The QI65CF features integrated fixing points and a flexible design that accommodates straightforward installation in both new construction and retrofit projects. Its compact, lightweight construction allows for easy handling within ceiling voids. The hood is designed specifically for circular in-ceiling speakers in the Q Acoustics QI65 range and the IC165 model.
Q Acoustics Fire Hood Range
The QI65CF sits within a range of six fire and acoustic hoods from Q Acoustics, each sized for a specific speaker model or range. Other hoods in the range include the QI50CF (for QI50 and IC125 models), QI80CF (for QI80 and QI80 SUB), QI65RF (for QI65R), QI80RF (for QI80R), and QI65LCRF (for QI80LCR).
| Compatibility | Q Acoustics QI65 & IC165 in-ceiling speakers |
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| Fire Rating | Maintains 30 or 60-minute ceiling fire rating |
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| Compliance | UK Building Regulations Part B & Part E; tested at UK Building Test Centre |
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| Acoustic Reduction | Approx. 10dB (mid to high frequency range) |
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| Diameter | 290mm |
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| Depth | 100mm |
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| Fabric | Woven glass fabric, 0.40mm thickness, 430 g/m² |
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| Warp Count | 1360 d’tex |
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| Finish | Starch weave lock |
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| Flash Ignition Point | 315–370°C |
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| Auto-Ignition Point | 370–427°C |
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| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +120°C |
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| Sold As | Single hood |
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