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    Compare R-value and temperature range to find the insulation material that best suits your application.

    Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation Sheets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation Sheets.
    An economical alternative to rubber foam insulation—trim these sheets to fit pipe with unique shapes and sizes. Like rubber foam, it repels moisture to keep temperatures stable and protect pipes from corroding. However, it's less flexible.
    Coatings—Add a coating of acrylic paint to repel moisture and protect against UV and ozone damage.
    Contact Adhesives—Secure insulation to pipes and seal gaps between sections.
    Pipe Insulation
    Coatings
    Contact
    Adhesives
    Plain Backing
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Each
    Each
    Each
    1/4"36"4-330 to 21010.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F1.5Flexible93265K440000004530K1830000004463K211000000
    3/8"36"4-330 to 2101.50.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F1.5Flexible93265K45000004530K183000004463K21100000
    1/2"36"4-330 to 21020.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F1.5Flexible93265K46000004530K183000004463K21100000
    3/4"36"4-330 to 21030.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F1.5Flexible93265K47000004530K183000004463K21100000
    1"36"4-330 to 21040.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F1.5Flexible93265K48000004530K183000004463K21100000
     

    Rubber Foam Pipe Insulation Sheets and Strips

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Rubber Foam Pipe Insulation Sheets and Strips.
    Highly flexible, these sheets and strips are easy to cut and fit around custom shapes and large-diameter pipes. They repel moisture to keep temperatures stable and protect pipes from corroding, extending your system's life.
    Buna-N/PVC Foam—Lightweight and durable, this foam also withstands exposure to oil.
    Neoprene Foam—Stands up to water, sunlight, oxidation, and oil in short, shaded pipe runs. If insulation is exposed to direct sunlight for long periods, add a coating (sold separately) or wrap it in a jacket.
    Adhesive Backing—Press onto pipes to install insulation without needing to hold it in place as you apply tape or contact adhesives.
    Coatings—Add a coating of acrylic paint to repel moisture and protect against UV and ozone damage.
    Contact Adhesives—Secure insulation to pipes and seal gaps between sections.
    Pipe Insulation
    Coatings
    Contact
    Adhesives
    Plain Backing
    Adhesive Backing
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Buna-N/PVC Foam
    1/8"2"30 ft.0.50.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible———0-30 to 1805541K110000004530K1830000004463K211000000
    1/4"36"4 ft.10.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible-295 to 2209349K9000000-30 to 1809349K26000004530K183000004463K21100000
    3/8"36"4 ft.1.50.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible-295 to 2209349K100000-30 to 1809349K28000004530K183000004463K21100000
    1/2"36"4 ft.20.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible-295 to 2209349K200000-30 to 1809349K22000004530K183000004463K21100000
    3/4"36"4 ft.30.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible-295 to 2209349K300000-30 to 1809349K330000004530K183000004463K21100000
    1"36"4 ft.40.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible-295 to 2209349K400000-30 to 1809349K240000004530K183000004463K21100000
    1 1/2"36"4 ft.60.25 BTU/hr @ 75° F4.5Flexible-295 to 2209349K5000000-30 to 1809349K350000004530K183000004463K21100000
     
    Neoprene Foam
    1/2"36"4 ft.20.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F4Flexible-55 to 2309349K103000000———04530K183000004463K21100000
    1/2"48"70 ft.20.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F4Flexible-55 to 2309349K1400000000———04530K183000004463K21100000
    1"36"4"40.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F4Flexible-55 to 2309349K1100000———04530K183000004463K21100000
     

    High-Temperature Basalt Fabric Pipe Insulation Strips

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. High-Temperature Basalt Fabric Pipe Insulation Strips.
    Made of volcanic rock, these strips withstand temperatures up to 1200° F. Even in high temperatures, they remain flexible enough to bend around pipe and fittings. They're a good choice for exhaust pipes, heat exchangers, and boilers.
    Plain Backing
    Wd.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    3/64" Thick
    1"1,2000.032.44 BTU/hr @ 900° F1.75Flexible15, 25, 50, 1001727T1200000
    2"1,2000.032.44 BTU/hr @ 900° F1.75Flexible15, 25, 50, 1001727T140000
     

    Strong-Grip Pipe Insulation Tapes

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Strong-Grip Pipe Insulation Tapes.
    Seal joints and gaps in your line in seconds. This tape wraps around irregular shapes, tight bends, small-diameter pipes, and other hard-to-reach areas where you need a quick fix.
    Vinyl Foam with Foil Jacket—Prevent condensation from forming. The foil jacket repels moisture while also shielding pipes from dirt, dust, and minor scuffs.
    Butyl—Flexible enough to wrap around pipe without tearing or cracking.
    Buna-N/Neoprene/Vinyl Foam—This combination repels moisture to prevent condensation, drip formation, and mold growth.
    Cork Rubber—A layer of cork resists oil, reduces vibration, and dampens sound.
    Adhesive Backing
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Flexibility
    Each
    Vinyl Foam with Foil Jacket
    1/8"2"30-40 to 1802Not RatedFlexible6801K21000000
     
    Butyl
    1/8"2"30-30 to 17520.14 BTU/hr @ 75° FFlexible4476K200000
     
    Buna-N/Neoprene/Vinyl Foam
    1/8"2"30-40 to 160Not Rated0.3 BTU/hr @ 75° FFlexible6801K2200000
     
    Cork Rubber
    1/8"2"3020 to 190Not Rated0.25 BTU/hr @ 75° FFlexible93855K1100000
     

    Fiberglass Pipe Insulation Sheets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Fiberglass Pipe Insulation Sheets, Foil Jacket.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Fiberglass Pipe Insulation Sheets, Kraft Paper Jacket.

    Foil Jacket

    Kraft Paper Jacket

    Cut custom shapes to fit pipe that runs hundreds of degrees hotter than rubber and polyethylene foam insulation can handle. They're often used near hot water supply and steam lines.
    Foil Jacket—Form a barrier that repels moisture and protects against dirt, dust, and minor scuffs. The surface also reflects heat to reduce heat gain on cold lines and heat loss on hot ones.
    Kraft Paper Jacket— A lightweight jacket shields insulation from dust, minor scratches, and wear during handling.
    Insulation Tapes—Wrap around pipe insulation to seal shut.
    Pipe Insulation
    Insulation Tapes
    Plain Backing
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Each
    Each
    Foil Jacket
    1"36"20-60 to 4503.70.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F3Flexible9333K71000000076145A19000000
    1 1/2"36"20-60 to 4505.60.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F3Flexible9333K7300000076145A1900000
    2"36"20-60 to 4507.40.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F3Flexible9333K7500000076145A1900000
     
    Kraft Paper Jacket
    1"36"20-60 to 4503.70.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F3Flexible9333K9100000076755A6700000
    1 1/2"36"20-60 to 4505.60.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F3Flexible9333K9300000076755A6700000
    2"36"20-60 to 4507.40.27 BTU/hr @ 75° F3Flexible9333K9500000076755A6700000
     

    Tight-Space Silica Aerogel Pipe Insulation Sheets and Strips

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Tight-Space Silica Aerogel Pipe Insulation Sheets and Strips.
    Squeeze into pipe racks, equipment skids, and other crowded spaces without sacrificing thermal protection. Extremely thin and lightweight, this insulation flexes into spaces where other insulation can't fit. For added durability, layer multiple pieces, wrap it in foil, or opt for a laminate top.
    Laminate Top—Laminate protects insulation so it holds up in cryogenic environments, even as temperatures fluctuate.
    Plain Backing
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Each
    Without Laminate Top
    3/16"1 1/2"58"32 to 1,2001.20.16 BTU/hr @ 75° F12.5Flexible9590K12000000
    3/16"12"26"-290 to 3901.90.11 BTU/hr @ 75° F8Flexible9590K100000
    3/16"12"26"32 to 1,2001.20.16 BTU/hr @ 75° F12.5Flexible9590K3100000
    3/16"58"5 ft.32 to 1,2001.20.16 BTU/hr @ 75° F12.5Flexible9590K13000000
    13/32"1 1/2"58"32 to 1,2002.50.16 BTU/hr @ 75° F12.5Flexible9590K2100000
    13/32"12"26"32 to 1,2002.50.16 BTU/hr @ 75° F12.5Flexible9590K3200000
    13/32"58"5 ft.32 to 1,2002.50.16 BTU/hr @ 75° F12.5Flexible9590K22000000
     
    With Laminate Top
    3/16"58"5 ft.-290 to 2501.60.12 BTU/hr @ 75° F10Flexible9590K28000000
    13/32"12"26"-290 to 2503.20.12 BTU/hr @ 75° F10Flexible9590K2500000
    13/32"58"5 ft.-290 to 2503.20.12 BTU/hr @ 75° F10Flexible9590K26000000
     

    Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramic Fiber Pipe Insulation Strips

    Withstands the highest temperatures of all our pipe insulation. Made of ceramic fiber, this insulation won't melt, sag, or degrade in extreme heat. It's often used in ovens, furnaces, steel mills, and other demanding environments.
    Alkaline Earth Silicate Ceramic Fiber with Foil Jacket—Withstands temperatures up to 2100° F. A foil jacket protects against dirt, dust, moisture, and minor scuffs. Its surface also reflects heat to keep temperature loss from pipes to a minimum.
    Calcium Aluminum Silicate Ceramic Fiber—Strong and durable, this insulation stays in place for many years without degrading.
    Ceramic Alumina Fiber—Handles higher heat and keeps the temperature of your line steadier than our other ceramic fiber insulation. It's ideal for your hottest applications, such as steam reformers and furnace piping.
    Adhesive Backing—Install insulation without having to hold it in place—simply position and secure it using band clamps or other components of the assembly. Apply while cool. Heat above 400° F starts to weaken the adhesive, but the insulation's temperature rating remains unaffected.
    Plain Backing
    Adhesive Backing
    Wd.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    Alkaline Earth Silicate Ceramic Fiber with Foil Jacket
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramic Fiber Pipe Insulation Strips, Alkaline Earth Silicate Ceramic Fiber with Foil Jacket.
     
    1/4" Thick
    1"2,1000.30.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K13000000———0
    2"2,1000.30.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1400000———0
    3"2,1000.30.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1500000———0
    6"2,1000.30.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1600000———0
    12"2,1000.30.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1700000———0
     
    1/2" Thick
    1"2,1000.70.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K9100000———0
    2"2,1000.70.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K9200000———0
    3"2,1000.70.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K9300000———0
    6"2,1000.70.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1100000———0
    12"2,1000.70.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1200000———0
     
    1" Thick
    1"2,10010.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1800000———0
    2"2,10010.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K1900000———0
    3"2,10010.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K2100000———0
    6"2,10010.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K2200000———0
    12"2,10010.73 BTU/hr @ 800° F8Flexible129379K2300000———0
     
    Calcium Aluminum Silicate Ceramic Fiber
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramic Fiber Pipe Insulation Strips, Calcium Aluminum Silicate Ceramic Fiber.
     
    1/32" Thick
    1"1,5000.040.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K1000000
    1 1/2"1,5000.040.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K2100000
    2"1,5000.040.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K400000
    2 1/2"1,5000.040.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K2200000
    3"1,5000.040.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K700000
     
    1/16" Thick
    1"1,5000.080.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K200000
    1 1/2"1,5000.080.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K2300000
    2"1,5000.080.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K500000
    2 1/2"1,5000.080.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K2400000
    3"1,5000.080.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K800000
     
    1/8" Thick
    1"1,5000.20.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K300000
    2"1,5000.20.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K600000
    3"1,5000.20.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K9000000
     
    1/4" Thick
    1"1,5000.30.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K14000000
    2"1,5000.30.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K15000000
    3"1,5000.30.82 BTU/hr @ 800° F35Flexible———0254057K16000000
     
    Ceramic Alumina Fiber
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramic Fiber Pipe Insulation Strips, Ceramic Alumina Fiber.
     
    1/32" Thick
    1"2,3000.070.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K8100000———0
    2"2,3000.070.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K8200000———0
    2 1/2"2,3000.070.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K3500000———0
    3"2,3000.070.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K8300000———0
     
    1/16" Thick
    1"2,3000.10.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K8400000———0
    1 1/2"2,3000.10.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K3600000———0
    2"2,3000.10.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K8500000———0
    2 1/2"2,3000.10.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K3700000———0
    3"2,3000.10.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible5087575K8600000———0
     
    1/8" Thick
    1"2,3000.30.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K87000005087575K23000000
    1 1/2"2,3000.30.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K38000005087575K24000000
    2"2,3000.30.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K88000005087575K25000000
    2 1/2"2,3000.30.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K3900000———0
    3"2,3000.30.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K89000005087575K26000000
     
    1/4" Thick
    1"2,3000.50.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K3200000062 1/287575K27000000
    2"2,3000.50.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K33000000———0
    3"2,3000.50.48 BTU/hr @ 800° F12Flexible2587575K34000000———0
     
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