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    39 Products
    About Selecting Thermal Insulation
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    Compare R-value and temperature range to find the insulation material that best suits your application.

    Polyurethane Foam Insulation Sheets with Perforated Facing

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Insulation Sheets. Polyurethane Foam Insulation Sheets with Perforated Facing.
    These flexible sheets are good for insulating large enclosures.
    Vinyl Plastic Facing—The perforated vinyl plastic facing allows moisture to evaporate and resists cracking and fading.
    Plain Backing
    Adhesive
    Backing
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Insulation
    R Value
    Flexibility
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Facing
    Material
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    1/2"54"1.7Flexible-20 to 2000.3 BTU/hr @ 75° F2BlackFMVSS No. 302
    		Vinyl Plastic1, 2, 4, 109385K21000000———0
    1"54"3.3Flexible-20 to 2000.3 BTU/hr @ 75° F2BlackFMVSS No. 302
    		Vinyl Plastic1, 2, 4, 109385K23000009385K63000000

    Acid-Resistant Silica Insulation Sheets for Furnaces

    Commonly used in furnaces and engine compartments, these flexible silica fiber sheets resist corrosive acids. They perform best at temperatures above 1,000° F.
    10 lb/ft³ Density
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Insulation Sheets. Acid-Resistant Silica Insulation Sheets for Furnaces.
    Wd.
    Insulation
    R Value
    Flexibility
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Color
    Performance
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    1/4" Thick
    36"0.3Flexible0 to 2,0000.78 BTU/hr @ 800° FWhiteAcid Resistant2, 10, 2593435K41000000
     
    1/2" Thick
    36"0.6Flexible0 to 2,0000.78 BTU/hr @ 800° FWhiteAcid Resistant2, 10, 2593435K4300000
     
    1" Thick
    36"1.3Flexible0 to 2,0000.78 BTU/hr @ 800° FWhiteAcid Resistant2, 10, 2593435K4500000
     

    Spark- and Heat-Resistant Blankets

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Heat-Resistant Blankets. Spark- and Heat-Resistant Blankets.
    Drape these blankets over machinery or hang them from walls to protect your workspace from sparks. Made of flame-resistant materials, they won’t ignite when sparks fly into them. They also offer heat protection.
    Protects Against Sparks
    Image of Product. Fiberglass Roll. Front orientation. Heat-Resistant Blankets. Spark- and Heat-Resistant Blankets, Fiberglass, Spark Resistant, Heat Resistant, Roll.

    Fiberglass Roll

    Blankets that protect against sparks are often used for small welding jobs.
    Fiberglass—Fiberglass blankets are the most common choice for standard duty welding. They’re often used to insulate welded parts, such as pipes, to prevent cracking during cooling.
    Wd.,
    ft.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Thk.,
    mil
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Color
    Specifications Met
    Each
    Thermally-Insulating Fiberglass
     
    Roll
    315035631,000BeigeANSI/FM 4950, FM Approved6417T550000000
    515035941,000BeigeANSI/FM 4950, FM Approved6417T56000000
     

    Ceramic Fiber Insulation Sheets for Furnaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Insulation Sheets. Ceramic Fiber Insulation Sheets for Furnaces.
    The most common of our flexible high-temperature sheets, these are used to insulate furnaces. They also can be fabricated into gaskets. Insulation performs best at temperatures above 1,000° F.
    Without Binder—Sheets without binder don’t have a binder that can burn when installed, so they won’t produce a strong odor. They’re often used to vacuum heat treat furnaces. However, they’re weaker and more brittle than sheets with a binder.
    Temperature
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Min.
    Max.,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Color
    Each
    Without Binder
     
    1/16" Thick
    6"100Not Rated2,3000.10.43 BTU/hr @ 800° F9FlexibleWhite93285K310000000
    12"50Not Rated2,3000.10.43 BTU/hr @ 800° F9FlexibleWhite93285K32000000
    24"25Not Rated2,3000.10.43 BTU/hr @ 800° F9FlexibleWhite93285K33000000
     
    1/8" Thick
    12"50Not Rated2,3000.10.43 BTU/hr @ 800° F9FlexibleWhite93285K34000000
    24"25Not Rated2,3000.10.43 BTU/hr @ 800° F9FlexibleWhite93285K35000000
     

    Pipe Cradles for Loop Pipe Hangers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Cradles. Adhesive Mount.

    Adhesive Mount

    Also known as pipe shields, cradles provide additional support and prevent insulation from tearing when routing insulated pipe through loop hangers.
    Adhesive Mount—Attach the cradle to the pipe's insulation with an adhesive strip.
    ID
    Inch
    Metric,
    mm
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thk.
    Each
    Adhesive Mount
     
    Galvanized Steel
    1 7/8"4812"2"1"1/32"9164T1100000
    2 3/8"6012"2 1/2"1 1/4"1/32"9164T130000
    2 7/8"7312"3"1 1/2"1/32"9164T150000
    3 1/2"8912"3 1/2"1 3/4"1/32"9164T170000
    4"10212"4"2"1/32"9164T210000
    4 1/2"11412"4 1/2"2 1/4"1/32"9164T230000
    5"12712"5"2 1/2"1/32"9164T250000
    5 9/16"14112"5 1/2"2 3/4"1/32"9164T270000
    6 1/8"15612"6"3"1/16"9164T290000
     

    Strut Channel Routing Saddles for Insulated Pipe

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Strut Channel Framing and Fittings. Strut Channel Routing Saddles for Insulated Pipe.
    Route pipe along strut channel without damaging the insulation. These saddles cradle pipe from below to evenly distribute the load. This keeps insulation from compressing over time, which prevents energy loss. Clip saddles onto channel to install.
    ID
    Inch
    Metric,
    mm
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thk.
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    For 1 5/8" Channel Width
     
    TPV Rubber
    2 1/4"5742012"2 3/8"4 9/16"1/16"-40 to 1752898N1100000
    3 1/4"8352012"3 3/8"5 9/16"1/16"-40 to 1752898N1200000
    4 1/4"10859512"4 3/8"6 9/16"1/16"-40 to 1752898N1300000
    5 1/4"13366012"5 3/8"7 9/16"1/16"-40 to 1752898N1400000
    6 1/4"15983012"6 3/8"8 9/16"1/16"-40 to 1752898N1500000
    8 1/4"2101,54012"8 3/8"11 1/16"1/16"-40 to 1752898N1600000
     

    Chemical-Resistant Cellular Glass Pipe Insulation

    Absorbs no moisture, so it’s immune to organic solvents, most acids, and corrosive environments. It's often used in chemical-processing systems and underground lines.
    Slit 90° Elbows
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Chemical-Resistant Cellular Glass Pipe Insulation, Slit 90° Elbows.
    Ready to fit over right-angle pipe bends. Just pull open the insulation and snap it around your pipe.
    Jackets—An added defense against moisture for pipes in damp outdoor and underground environments. These metal jackets keep moisture from sneaking past, preventing corrosion and temperature loss.
    Insulation Tapes—Wrap around pipe insulation to seal shut.
    Pipe Insulation
    Jackets
    Insulation Tapes
    ID
    For Pipe
    Size
    For Copper
    Tube Size
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Choose a Fitting
    Connection
    Each
    Each
    Each
     
    1" Thick Wall
    1 1/8"3/4
    		1
    		-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K7200000045565K31400000045565K315000000
    1 3/8"1
    		1 1/4
    		-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K730000045565K3140000045565K31500000
    1 5/8"1 1/4
    		1 1/2
    		-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K740000045565K3140000045565K31500000
    1 7/8"1 1/2
    		—-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K750000045565K3140000045565K31500000
    2 3/8"2
    		—-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K760000045565K3140000045565K31500000
     
    2" Thick Wall
    2 3/8"2
    		—-450 to 9006.90.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K1160000045565K3140000045565K31500000
     
    Slit Tees
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe Insulation. Chemical-Resistant Cellular Glass Pipe Insulation, Slit Tees.
    Ready to fit over pipe tees. Just pull open the insulation and snap it around your pipe.
    Jackets—An added defense against moisture for pipes in damp outdoor and underground environments. These metal jackets keep moisture from sneaking past, preventing corrosion and temperature loss.
    Insulation Tapes—Wrap around pipe insulation to seal shut.
    Pipe Insulation
    Jackets
    Insulation Tapes
    ID
    For Pipe
    Size
    For Copper
    Tube Size
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insulation
    R Value
    Heat Flow Rate
    @ Temp.
    Density,
    lb/ft³
    Flexibility
    Choose a Fitting
    Connection
    Each
    Each
    Each
     
    1" Thick Wall
    1 1/8"3/4
    		1
    		-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K15200000045565K31400000045565K315000000
    1 3/8"1
    		1 1/4
    		-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K1530000045565K3140000045565K31500000
    2 3/8"2
    		—-450 to 9003.40.29 BTU/hr @ 75° F7.5RigidThreaded, Weld Socket6140K1560000045565K3140000045565K31500000
     
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