How does the Clip Battens system work?

Knotwood Clip Battens use a two-part system. The bracket is fixed to the substrate first, then the batten clips onto the bracket to conceal all fixings for a clean, seamless finish.

Are Clip Battens non-combustible and suitable for fire-prone areas?

Yes. Knotwood Clip Battens are non-combustible and tested to AS/NZS 1530.1 and AS/NZS 1530.3. They also comply with AS/NZS 3959 for building construction in bush fire zones and carry a BAL-40 fire rating, making them suitable for high-risk bushfire-prone areas across Australia.

How do I maintain Clip Battens?

Periodic washing with a soft broom and pH-neutral detergent is all that is required. No painting, sealing, or specialist treatments are needed.

How do Knotwood Clip Battens hold up against real timber battens over 10 to 15 years?

Knotwood Clip Battens will not rot, warp, crack, or require recoating at any point in their life. The sublimated timber grain finish is backed by a 15-year performance warranty and tested to AAMA2604 standards for colour retention, humidity resistance, and chemical resistance. Timber battens in equivalent Australian exposures would typically require sanding, oiling, or replacement within that period.

Can the spacing between Clip Battens be adjusted?

Yes. Batten spacing is fully adjustable, and battens can be installed at multiple angles including 0°, 45°, 90°, and 135° using Knotwood’s octagonal clip head mounting system.

Are Clip Battens suitable for coastal environments?

Yes. Knotwood Clip Battens are sea salt and spray tested and cyclone impact tested, making them suitable for coastal and high wind load environments across Australia. For marine zone installations, 304 or 316 grade stainless steel fasteners are required, with an insulating barrier or rubber washer to prevent galvanic contact.

What BAL fire rating do Knotwood Clip Battens carry?

Knotwood Clip Battens carry a BAL-40 fire rating and comply with AS/NZS 3959 for building construction in bush fire zones. They are non-combustible, tested to AS/NZS 1530.1 and AS/NZS 1530.3, and are suitable for both residential and commercial exterior facades in high-risk fire areas across Australia.

Are pre-engineered span tables and technical documentation available for Clip Battens?

Yes. Knotwood provides pre-engineered span tables specific to substrate type and region, along with BIM files, CAD drawings, and project costing support. This documentation is available to architects, specifiers, and builders on request. Contact your Knotwood representative or visit knotwood.com.au for the full technical library.

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Clip-On Aluminium Battens

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Overview

Clip-On Aluminium Battens are Knotwood’s concealed-fix batten system, using a bracket-and-clip fixing for a clean, seamless run with no visible fasteners. It’s a fixing method built for projects where the batten itself is meant to be the focus, not the hardware holding it in place. Available across 25mm and 50mm suites, with over 20 shapes and sizes to choose from.

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Built to Perform

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Conceal Fixings

A Batten Bracket fixes to the substrate first, then each batten presses onto it until it clicks into place, concealing the fixing point entirely behind the batten face for a clean, seamless run with no visible hardware.

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Inspiration

The Finn

The Finn is anchored in its coastal setting. Venetian render recalls the softness of sand beneath bare feet, while enduring travertine reflects the strength of the headland. Curved Hinoki aluminium screens flow into matching soffits, creating sculptural harmony, tactile rhythm and a timeless coastal presence.

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Profiles

Suite

Batten Bracket
25 x 25mm (M)

KEB2525M

Batten Bracket
25 x 50mm (M)

KEB2550M

Batten Bracket
50 x 50mm (M) V2

KEB5050M-02

Batten Bracket
75 x 50mm (M)

KEB7550M

Batten
25 x 25mm (F) V2

KEB2525F-02

Batten
32 x 32mm (F)

KEB3232F

Batten
40 x 40mm (F)

KEB4040F

Batten
25 x 50mm (F) V2

KEB2550F-02

Dome Batten
32 x 50mm (F)

KEB3250FD

Dome Batten
32 x 75mm (F)

KEB3275FD

Batten
50 x 50mm (F) V2

KEB5050F-02

Dome Batten
50 x 54mm (F)

KEB5054FD

Batten
25 x 75mm (F) V2

KEB2575F-02

Angle Batten
50 x 80mm (F)

KEB5080FA

Batten
25 x 100mm (F) V2

KEB25100F-02

Batten
25 x 150mm (F) V2

KEB25150F-02

Batten
50 x 100mm (F) V2

KEB50100F-02

Wide Batten
50 x 25mm (F)

KEB5025F

Wide Batten
75 x 25mm (F)

KEB7525F

Wide Batten
100 x 25mm (F)

KEB10025F

Wide Batten
150 x 25mm (F)

KEB15025F

Batten
50 x 150mm (F) V2

KEB50150F-02

Batten
50 x 200mm (F) V2

KEB50200F-02

Batten
75 x 150mm (F)

KEB75150F

Elliptical Batten
50 x 150mm (F)

KEB50150FE

Elliptical Batten
50 x 200mm (F)

KEB50200FE

Batten Joiner - 45º Angle
50mm

KEBJ50A

Batten Joiner
Back to Back 50mm x 100mm

KEBJ50100B

Batten Joiner Extension
50mm x 150mm

KEBJ50150X

Batten Bracket
25 x 9mm (M)

KEB259M

Batten Bracket - 25 x 25mm (M)

KEB2525M

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Customisation

Spacing

Vary batten spacing to create distinctive visual effects.

Sequencing

Combine different shapes and sizes to craft a unique look.

Colouring

Mix and match different timber colours to create realistic and dynamic timber looks.

Arched

Our battens can flex around curves and arches, opening up creative possibilities for unique and organic designs.

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Specification

Product Details.

Material

Tempered Extruded Aluminium Alloy.
*See individual profile specification sheets for exact alloy and temper.

Country of Origin

Australia

Australian resourced and produced from local supply chains, which adds to our quality and minimises disruption from logistics and manufacturing delays.

Length

6500mm

Finish

Sublimated Wood Grain surface with a Powder Coated Base.

Availability

Lead times can vary between 2–4 weeks, depending on the time of year. Contact us for an accurate estimate.

Warranty Life

Backed by a standard 15 year warranty and up to 25 years on selected finishes. See our warranty page for the terms that apply to this profile.

Maintenance

Periodic washing with a soft broom and water, using a pH neutral detergent.

Sustainability

Recyclable Aluminium
Non-Chromate Pre-Treatment
VOC free Powder Coat

Performance Requirements.

Weather Standards

AS/NZS 4040.3-2018 - Wind Actions Testing - Non-Cyclonic & Cyclonic Regions.

AS 1562.1:2018 - Design & Installation Requirements.

AS/NZS 4284 - Testing Of Building Facades.

Fire Standards

AS 1530.1-1994 - Combustibility testing for materials.

AS/NZS 1530.3-1999 - Methods of fire testing on materials.

AS 3959 (BAL40) - Building construction in bushfire prone areas.

Structural Design Standards

AS/NZS 1170.1-2002 - Structural design Part 1: Permanent, imposed and other actions.

AS/NZS 1664.1-1997 - Aluminium structures.

Performance Standards

AS/NZS 1866 - Aluminium alloy extrusions.

Weather Standards

AS 4040.3-1992 - Wind actions testing, non-cyclonic and cyclonic regions.

FAQs

What are Clip-On Aluminium Battens?

Clip-On Aluminium Battens are Knotwood’s batten system that fixes to a wall or ceiling using a concealed two-part bracket-and-clip system. A Batten Bracket secures to the substrate first, then each batten presses onto the bracket until it clicks into place, concealing every fixing point behind the batten face for a clean, uninterrupted finish with no visible hardware. Knotwood Clip Battens are available in architectural-grade timber-look and solid-colour finishes.

How does the concealed clip fixing system work?

The Batten Bracket is fixed to the substrate first, then the batten presses or clips onto the bracket until it locks into place, so the fixing point sits entirely behind the batten face. Because no screw or bolt penetrates the batten’s visible surface, the finished run shows only the batten profile, with no fastener holes, heads or caps interrupting the look.

Where are Clip-On Aluminium Battens most commonly used?

Clip-On Aluminium Battens suit any application where the batten finish is the visual focus and visible fixings would detract from it. Common applications include facades and feature walls requiring a seamless, uninterrupted look, architectural screens, and ceiling batten runs where a smooth, consistent appearance matters from below.

Can the spacing and angle of Clip-On Aluminium Battens be adjusted?

Yes. Batten spacing is fully adjustable, Knotwood’s adjustable batten spacers allow the gap between battens to be customised from 25mm up to 40mm on the 25mm suite, or up to 50mm on the 50mm suite. Battens can also be installed at multiple angles, 0°, 45°, 90° and 135°, using Knotwood’s octagonal batten clip head, which inserts into the mounting track at the chosen angle.

Are Clip-On Aluminium Battens suitable for coastal environments?

Aluminium is corrosion resistant, and the concealed clip position protects the fixing point from direct weather exposure, which matters on a coastal or high-humidity site. Wind loading depends on the height, the batten spacing and the exposure of the site rather than on the material, so it is set by the structural design. For marine zone installations, 304 or 316 grade stainless steel fasteners are required, with an insulating barrier or rubber washer to prevent galvanic contact. Send us your site location and wind region and we will confirm the fixing detail.

Are Clip Battens non-combustible and suitable for bushfire-prone areas?

Knotwood Clip Battens are non-combustible and tested to AS 1530.1 and AS/NZS 1530.3 for combustibility and early fire hazard properties. Bushfire construction is assessed against AS 3959 using the Bushfire Attack Level for your site, and compliance is determined by the assembly rather than the material alone. Send us your BAL rating and the application and our technical team will confirm what we can supply.

How do I maintain Clip-On Aluminium Battens?

Periodic washing with a soft broom and water, using a pH-neutral detergent, is all that’s required. No painting, sealing or specialist treatments are needed.

How do Clip Battens compare with real timber battens over 10 to 15 years?

Knotwood Clip Battens do not rot, warp, crack or need recoating. The sublimated timber grain finish is tested to AAMA 2604 for humidity resistance and chemical resistance. Timber battens in equivalent Australian conditions would typically need sanding, oiling or replacement within that period. Backed by a standard 15 year warranty and up to 25 years on selected finishes. See our warranty page for the terms that apply to this profile.

What finishes are available on Clip-On Aluminium Battens?

Knotwood Clip-On Aluminium Battens are available in traditional solid powder coated colours and in a sublimated timber grain surface, the same architectural-grade finish range used across Knotwood’s aluminium systems. That means battens can be specified alongside cladding or screens on the same project with a consistent finish. The full range is on our finishes page.

How do Clip Battens compare with Flip Battens and Panel Battens?

All three systems share the same aluminium construction and architectural-grade finishes. The difference is the fixing method and design intent. Clip Battens prioritise a seamless, no-visible-fastener finish. Flip Battens offer a two-tone design by allowing each batten to be flipped to reveal a second colour. Panel Battens are engineered for larger-span applications such as wide commercial facades and expansive ceiling runs.

Can Clip-On Aluminium Battens be used on both walls and ceilings?

Yes. The clip fixing system suits both wall and ceiling installations. On walls it delivers a seamless facade or feature wall finish, and on ceilings it produces a consistent, smooth batten run from below. The bracket fixes to the substrate in both cases, but the substrate itself differs, and a ceiling run also has to account for services above it. Send us your ceiling or wall detail and our technical team will confirm the bracket spacing and fixing method for it.

Is technical documentation available for Clip Battens?

Yes. Knotwood provides pre-engineered span tables specific to substrate type and region, along with BIM files, CAD drawings and project costing support for tenders. This documentation is available to architects, specifiers and builders on request, contact your Knotwood representative for the full technical library.

How do I get a sample or quote for Clip Battens?

You can request a sample or quote directly from this page using the buttons above. Knotwood supplies across Australia and can advise on the right fixing system and finish for your specific project.

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FAQs

What are Clip-On Aluminium Battens?

How does the concealed clip fixing system work?

Where are Clip-On Aluminium Battens most commonly used?

Can the spacing and angle of Clip-On Aluminium Battens be adjusted?

Are Clip-On Aluminium Battens suitable for coastal environments?

Are Clip Battens non-combustible and suitable for bushfire-prone areas?

How do I maintain Clip-On Aluminium Battens?

How do Clip Battens compare with real timber battens over 10 to 15 years?

What finishes are available on Clip-On Aluminium Battens?

How do Clip Battens compare with Flip Battens and Panel Battens?

Can Clip-On Aluminium Battens be used on both walls and ceilings?

Is technical documentation available for Clip Battens?

How do I get a sample or quote for Clip Battens?

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