What type of foam is ArmaFlex?

What type of foam is ArmaFlex?

closed-cell foam insulation
AP ArmaFlex Tubes AP Armaflex, the world’s most recognized brand of closed-cell foam insulation, provides superior protection against thermal losses, condensation and moisture accumulation that leads to mold. It is the ideal choice for insulating mechanical piping systems.

What material is ArmaFlex?

AP ArmaFlex®, the original elastomeric closed-cell foam insulation, has been the chosen fiber-free mechanical insulation since its introduction in 1954. Superior condensation control and consistent thermal performance have made ArmaFlex the preferred insulating material for pipes and ductwork.

What is ArmaFlex used for?

Select closed-cell foam insulation: ArmaFlex is the closed-cell elastomeric insulation invented to prevent condensation, moisture intrusion and loss of thermal efficiency. Use the Armacell ArmWin™ program to calculate the insulation thickness needed to maintain the surface temperature above the dew-point temperature.

Is ArmaFlex rubber?

Armaflex rubber pipe insulation is a flexible, closed-cell and lightweight elastomeric rubber material designed to protect pipes against condensation, freezing, and energy loss. It can be used for insulating liquid cooling and heating lines.

What is the R-value of 1 ArmaFlex?

aP armaflex Sheet and roll Insulation meets the energy code requirements of International energy Conservation Code (IeCC) and aSHrae for R-Value 4.2 at 1” wall thickness and r-Value 8 at 2” wall thickness.

What temperature is armaflex good for?

The recommended temperature usage range for AP Armaflex Sheet is -297°F to +220°F (-183°C to +105°C) according to method of application.

What is the R value of 1 armaflex?

What is the R-value of 1 armaflex?

Does armaflex absorb water?

Does ArmaFlex insulation need an additional vapor retarder? No, the nature of closed-cell foam is that it will not absorb or wick moisture. No vapor retarder is required on indoor applications.

What is Armaflex insulation used for?

AP ArmaFlex and AP ArmaFex FS, the world’s most recognized brand of closed-cell foam insulation, provides superior protection against thermal losses, condensation and moisture accumulation that leads to mold. It is the ideal choice for insulating mechanical piping systems.

Why Armacell Armaflex ultra?

Armacell is constantly looking at ways to improve our products while making safety a top priority. Our new ArmaFlex® Ultra with FlameDefense™ technology resists burning and reduces smoke development. It is this commitment that elevated ArmaFlex Ultra to become the first elastomeric insulation Classified by UL to UL 723 at 25/50.

Is Armaflex moisture resistant?

Moisture-resistant AP Armaflex, however, maintains its physical and thermal integrity — for the life of the mechanical system! The original, elastomeric foam pipe insulation for refrigeration, HVAC and plumbing. Microban® antimicrobial product protection inhibits the growth of mold and mildew in the insulation*

What kind of glue do you use for Armaflex?

The Armaflex SF990 adhesive is suitable for gluing all Armacell insulation materials based on synthetic rubber (with the exception of HT/Armaflex and Armaflex Ultima). The Armaflex Ultima SF990 adhesive was specially developed for installing Armaflex Ultima and insulation materials based on Armaprene®synthetic rubber.