AEROFLEX® tubes and sheets insulate and prevent condensation when used in operating temperatures down to -57 °C (-70 °F) and insulate against heat loss up to 125 °C ( 257 °F), Within these recommended operating temperatures, it will not affect the thermal efficiency and water vapor permeability of AEROFLEX® is unaffected. Below are brief explanations of AEROFLEX® characteristics and advantages:
a. Moisture Resistance
The Closed Cell Structure protects against moisture, and eliminates the need for a vapor barrier in most applications. However, under severe condition of high humidity (90% RH up), high temperature (32 °C up) and low ventilation such as underground piping, “AEROCOAT” (Acrylic Emulsion Paint) is recomended an additional vapor barrier coating.
b. Thermal Efficiancy
AEROFLEX® insulation, made from high quality synthetic eiastomers, has low density and closed cell structure. The products, therefore, have a stable low K factor of 0.25-0.27 (at 50-90 °F mean temperature) which can save energy consumption on any heating and cooling lines.
c. Flame and Smoke Proof
AEROFLEX® tube and sheet insulation has been specially compounded to meet the ASTM Standard No. D 635. U L- 94 V, JIS Standard No. K 6911 and other standards. The products have low smoke density while burning, and unlike other thermoplastic materials, AEROFLEX® will not melt nor drip flaming balls; therefore, it will not cause flame transfer.
d. Anti Vibrations and Resonance
The high elasticity of AEROFLEX® insulation minimizes vibrations and resonance inchilled water and hot water pipelines during operation.
e. Neat Appearance
The flexibility and smooth surface of AEROFLEX® offer a neat-finished appearance even at jonts,tees,elbows,and crosses. No decorative or protective coating is required for indoor and outdoor installations.
f. Flexibility and Space Saving
The flexibility of AEROFLEX® enables quick and easy installation on bent or irregular piping. Due to its low and stable thermal conductivity, AEROFLEX® requires a thinner wall than other rigid insulations. Therefore, lesser space is needed for installing AEROFLEX®.
g. Other Advantages
AEROFLEX® can be safely handled without causing skin irritation and health hazards. It has superior resistance to fungus growth, vermin or rodent attack, and other chemicals such as acids and alkalies. These make AEROFLEX® ideal for protecting pipings from corrosion caused by atmospheric agents and industrial arnbience.