Duct Insulation - Reflectix Inc.

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Duct Insulation - Reflectix Inc.
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Reflectix Insulation
Solutions
For Today’s HVACR Professional
Duct Bubble Insulation
R-8.0, R-6.0, R-5.6 & R-4.0
Concrete Slab Insulation
Providing Technologically Advanced Products
and Accurate Information for the HVACR Professional
Table of Contents
Reflectix® HVACR Products:
Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
HVAC Applications:
Duct R-8.0 Big Bubble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Duct R-6.0, R-5.6 & R-4.2
Standard Bubble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Duct R-8.0 Poly Fiber “No Itch” . . . . . . 5
Duct - Outdoor Applications . . . . . . . . . 6
Pipe Wrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Return Air Panning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Water Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Residential Applications:
Attic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Crawl Space R-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Radiant Floor - Concrete Slab. . . . . . . . 8
Radiant Floor - Over Existing Floor . . . 8
Radiant Floor - Subfloor . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Radiant Floor - Wood Joists . . . . . . . . . 9
Additional Information:
Safety and Installation Guidelines . . . . 4
Testing and Certifications . . . . . . . . . . 11
Reflectix® is the Industry Leader!
We manufacture the highest quality, most extensively-tested, readily-available, reflective-based insulations and radiant barriers in the world! With Reflectix® products, there is no middleman. We are the
manufacturer and we operate with an ISO 9001:2008 Certified Quality System. Our testing and validation requirements are second to none. Distribution of our products is worldwide through Do-ItYourself Retailers, Contractor Sales Groups and Industrial/Commercial Building Product Suppliers.
What are the Advantages of Reflectix® Products?
Ease of installation and diversity of applications are two major advantages. Reflectix® Insulations and
Radiant Barriers are very easy to handle and install. All that is required are simple hand tools and
access to the installation area. Reflectix® products are some of the most diverse, energy conserving
building materials available, with over forty verified applications for residences, industrial/commercial
buildings and agricultural structures.
Reflectix, Inc.
#1 School Street (P.O. Box 108)
Markleville, IN 46056
Ph: (800) 879-3645 (US/Can)
(765) 533-4332
Fax: (765) 533-2327
Web: www.reflectixinc.com
www.facebook.com/ReflectixInsulation
Email: customerservice@reflectixinc.com
What About R-values?
“R” in R-value means the resistance to heat flow. For a reflective insulation to provide the most effective thermal performance (R-value), it must be installed with air spaces on (one or both of) the reflective side(s) of the product. The thermal value of the insulation system will vary depending on the size
of the air spaces and the direction of heat flow. This is why with one basic product, we can achieve several different R-values. The system R-values provide you with a more accurate performance report of
our product. You can feel confident specifying Reflectix® on your next job, knowing that we’ve left nothing to question.
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Reflectix HVACR Duct Insulation Products
Big Bubble Reflective Duct Insulation
Innovative New Product:
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “HVBB48075”
n R-8.0 with a 3/4” air space around the duct
n Requires less space than fiberglass to achieve an R-8.0
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Product Description:
Big Bubble Reflective Duct Insulation
n A reflective duct insulation with two outer reflective surfaces enclosing a 1” single big bubble layer
n Product is available in a 48 inch x 75 foot roll
n Printed code certification runs the length of the product
Standard Bubble Reflective Duct Insulation
Our Most Versatile Product:
✔ Product Ordering Prefix: “HVBP”
n R-6.0 with a 3/4” air space around the duct
n R-4.2 when wrapped loosely around the duct
Standard Bubble Reflective Duct Insulation
n Easy to handle and quick to install
Product Description:
n A reflective duct insulation consisting of two outer reflective surfaces enclosing two high strength
bubble layers
n Product is available in 12, 16, 24, 36, 48 & 60 inch widths by 50, 100 & 125 foot lengths
n Printed code certification runs the length of the product
100 Linear Foot Rolls
Polyester “No Itch” Reflective Duct Insulation
Easy to Use and Install:
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “HVRP48050” & “HVRP48100”
n R-8.0 with a 3/4” air space around the duct
n Inhibits condensation on duct work
n Requires less space than fiberglass to achieve an R-8.0
Product Description:
Polyester “No Itch” Reflective Duct Insulation
n A reflective duct insulation with two outer reflective surfaces enclosing a 1” polyester fiber center
n Product is offered in 48 inch by 50 or 100 foot rolls
n Printed code certification runs the length of the product
All-Weather Outdoor Duct Insulation
Heavy Duty for Harsher Environments:
n R-6.0, R-5.6 and R-4.2
All-Weather Outdoor Duct Insulation
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “CDW48050”
n Use for outdoor, rooftop or exposed duct applications
n R-8.0 with (2) 3/4” air spaces around the duct
Product Description:
n Consists of two outer reflective surfaces enclosing two high strength bubble layers
(outer facing reflective layer is 10x thicker)
n Product is offered in a 48 inch x 50 foot roll
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Staple Tab Bubble Reflective Insulation
Designed for Wall and Floor Systems:
✔ Product Ordering Prefix: “HVST”
n Staple Tab provides ease of installation on 16” and 24” on-center applications
n Versatile and easy to install
Staple Tab Bubble Insulation
Product Description:
n A reflective insulation consisting of two outer reflective surfaces enclosing two high
strength bubble layers and staple tab edges
n Product is available in 16, 18, 24, & 48 inch widths by 50, 100 & 125 foot lengths
Concrete Slab Insulation
100 Linear Foot Rolls
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “DBWEF48125”
n Product consists of two outer white poly sheets that encapsulate a foil and two high strength bubble layers
n Available in a 48 inch x 125 foot roll
Reflecto-Pan - Return Air Duct Panning
Concrete Slab Insulation
Takes the Place of Metal Return Air Ducts:
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “HVRBP1610003” & “HVRBP2410002”
n For installation between floor joists, walls or ceiling cavities and open trusses
Product Description:
n A product consisting of two outer reflective surfaces enclosing two high strength bubble layers
n Product is available in 16 or 24 inch widths by a 100 foot length
Reflecto-Pan
n Printed code certification runs the length of the product
Pipe Wrap - Spiral
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “HVSPW0402512”, “HVSPW0602508” & “HVSPW0902505”
n R-4.0
n Made from our Standard Bubble product, and is available in 4, 6 & 9 inch widths by 25 feet
Radiant Barrier
Radiant Barrier
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “RB48125”
n Constructed of two outer 95% reflective films bonded together enclosing a heavy gauge poly scrim
n Product is offered in a 48 inch x 125 foot roll
2” Bubble Spacer
Spacers for Duct Products
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “HVSP02025”
n Two inch wide Standard Bubble product used to create air spaces - Available in a 2 inch x 25 foot roll
✔ Product Ordering SKU: “HVSPACER”
n Hard plastic corner spacers for use on rectangle ducts to create the required air spaces
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Plastic Corner Spacers
Spacer Options for:
R-8.0 Big Bubble
R-8.0
R-6.0 Standard
“No Itch”
Bubble
Poly
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Duct Insulation - Big Bubble
2” Spacer Perpendicular to Duct
R-8.0
Benefits:
n Requires less space than fiberglass to achieve R-8.0
(with 3/4” air space)
n Costs less to install
n Itch and fiber free
n Class A/Class 1 Fire Rated
n Inhibits condensation
2” Spacer Perpendicular to Duct
Recommended Products:
Big Bubble Duct Insulation, Product Ordering Code “HVBB48075”
(48”x 75’)
Three Installation Options - All Require a Spacer:
1. Spacer Perpendicular to Duct Direction
2” Spacer Candy Cane Crisscross
Spacer: HVSPW02025 (2”x 25’ Spiral Pipe Wrap)
• Double wrap and secure spacer to the duct at 24”to 36” intervals.
• Verify the circumference of the duct at the midpoint of a spacer
strip. Cut the insulation to this length plus 1”.
• Wrap the product around the duct overlapping the seams 1” to 2”.
Securely tape the linear and circumference seams with UL 181 Acrylic
Adhesive Foil Tape.
2” Spacer Candy Cane Crisscross
2. Spacer Wrapped in Candy Cane Fashion Crisscrossed
Spacer: HVSPW02025 (2”x 25’ Spiral Pipe Wrap)
• Double wrap the spacer in a candy cane crisscross fashion.
• To wrap product, refer to bullets 2 & 3 in Option #1 (above).
3. HV Spacers Affixed to Corners (as depicted above - rectangular
ducts) - Spacer: HVSPACER
• Insure the duct is free of dust and dirt. Affix the HV Spacers to all 4
corners of the duct at 36” intervals. Verify the circumference of the
duct over the top of the spacers.
• To wrap product, refer to bullets 2 & 3 in Option #1 (above).
Note: For all applications, do not leave exposed duct or space where
Corner Spacers / Cross Section
air can enter between the duct and the Reflectix®.
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Duct Insulation
Standard Bubble
Duct Insulation
Polyester Fiber
R-6.0, R-5.6 and R-4.2
R-8.0
Benefits:
Benefits:
n Costs less to install
n Itch and fiber free
n Class A/Class 1 Fire Rated
n Itch free, easy to install and handle
n Requires less space than fiberglass to achieve R-8
n Does not promote the growth of mold or fungi
(with 3/4” air space)
n Class A/Class 1 Fire Rated
Recommended Products:
Bubble Duct Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “HVBP”
n Inhibits condensation
Recommended Products:
Polyester Fiber Duct Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix “HVRP”
R-6.0 Refer to page 4: “Duct Insulation - Big Bubble”
• Install the product per instructions provided by one of the three
Three Installation Options - All Require a Spacer:
installation options.
1. Spacer Perpendicular to Duct Direction
Spacer: HVSPW02025 (2”x 25’ Spiral Pipe Wrap)
R-5.6 Refer to page 4: “Duct Insulation - Big Bubble”
• Double wrap and secure spacer to the duct at 24”to 36” intervals.
• Install the product per instructions provided by either Installation
• Verify the circumference of the duct at the midpoint of a spacer
Method #1 or Installation Method #2. Exception: Only one layer of
strip. Cut the insulation to this length plus 1”.
spacer strip is required to net the R-5.6 benefit.
• Wrap the product around the duct overlapping the seams 1” to 2”.
R-4.2
Securely tape the linear and circumference seams with UL 181 Acrylic
• Verify the circumference of the duct. Cut the insulation to this
length plus 1”. Wrap the product around the duct overlapping the
seams 1” to 2”. Securely tape the linear and circumference seams
Adhesive Foil Tape.
2. Spacer Wrapped in Candy Cane Fashion Crisscrossed
Spacer: HVSPW02025 (2”x 25’ Spiral Pipe Wrap)
• Double wrap the spacer in a candy cane crisscross fashion.
with UL 181 Acrylic Adhesive Foil Tape.
• To wrap product, refer to bullets 2 & 3 in Option #1 (above).
Note: For all applications, do not leave exposed duct or space where
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air can enter between the duct and the Reflectix .
3. HV Spacers Affixed to Corners (as depicted above - rectangular
ducts) - Spacer: HVSPACER
• Insure the duct is free of dust and dirt. Affix the HV Spacers to all 4
corners of the duct at 36” intervals. Verify the circumference of the
duct over the top of the spacers.
• To wrap product, refer to bullets 2 & 3 in Option #1 (above).
Note: For all applications, do not leave exposed duct or space where
air can enter between the duct and the Reflectix®.
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Duct Insulation - Outdoor
Pipe Wrap
R-8.0, R-6.0, R-5.6 and R-4.2
R-4.0
Benefits:
Benefits:
n Outside layer of foil is a heavier gauge material designed to
n Easy to handle and costs less to install
better weather the elements
n Fiber free and costs less to install
n Not affected by moisture or humidity
n Reduces condensation on cold pipes
n Does not compress, collapse or disintegrate
Recommended Products:
Recommended Products:
Spiral Pipe Wrap, Product Ordering Prefix “SPW”
Duct Insulation Outdoor, Product Ordering Code “CDW48050”
Linear Pipe Wrap, Product Ordering Prefix “LPW”
Installation Instructions:
Spiral Pipe Wrap Installation Instructions:
• Refer to page 5 (left column) “Duct Insulation - Standard Bubble”
• Spiral wrap the product overlapping a minimum of 1/2” inch
• R-8.0 - an option with (2) 3/4” air spaces around the duct
• Securely tape the seams with a Reflectix® Foil Tape. (Goal is an
air-tight, snug seam seal.)
Review These Important Safety
Guidelines Prior to Installation:
Linear Pipe Wrap Installation Instructions:
• Cut the Pipe Wrap into manageable lengths (approximately 8’).
n ALWAYS check local building codes before starting.
• Place the white side of the product towards the pipe.
n ALWAYS check the area you are insulating and make any
• The product has a double-sided tape with a liner down one edge.
needed repairs. Any worn wiring should be replaced.
n ALWAYS make sure work areas are well ventilated and well
lighted.
n ALWAYS use eye protection when operating a staple gun.
n ALWAYS use caution and common sense when using a staple
gun. Be aware of where electrical wiring is located. Stapling
• Pull the two edges snugly around the pipe and overlap with the
taped edge on top.
• Traverse down the pipe removing the liner as you securely tape
the outside (taped) edge over and onto the lower edge. (Goal is an
air-tight, snug seam seal.)
into a wire can cause severe shock or death. NEVER staple
into electrical wiring.
n ALWAYS be careful working with large pieces of Reflectix® on
windy days.
n When installing Reflectix® on bright sunny days, it is best to
wear sun glasses.
n Do not work in areas such as attics when temperatures are
too hot.
n Visit our website at www.reflectixinc.com for additional
product and installation information.
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Return Air Duct Panning
Water Heater
Benefits:
R-4.5
n 30% to 40% less costly than sheet metal and corrugated
Benefits:
aluminum panels
n Class A/Class 1 Fire Rated
n Itch and fiber free
n Not affected by moisture or humidity
n Cost less to install
n Class A/Class 1 Fire Rated
Recommended Products:
Reflecto Pan, Product Ordering Codes “HVRBP1610003 &
Recommended Products:
HVRBP2410002”
Reflective Bubble Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix “HVBP”
Installation Instructions:
Installation Instructions:
• Staple Reflecto Pan between the floor joist, or to the side of the
• Cut three 2” wide strips of the Reflectix® Double Insulation product at
floor joist. Open web trusses are acceptabled.
twice the circumference of the water heater (utilized as spacers).
• Start at the end of the house and staple Reflecto-Pan to the sub-
• Attach the three strips (doubled) around the circumference of the
floor just behind the return air grate.
water heater (top, bottom and middle).
• Install print side out.
• Cut the Reflectix® at a width equal to the height of the water heater.
• Staple Reflecto-Pan to the bottom of the floor joist every 2” to 3”.
Secondly, cut the product to a length equal to the circumference meas-
Additional approved attachment methods include steel staples, sheet
ured on the outside of the spacers plus 1”.
metal screws and roofing nails.
• Wrap the Reflectix® around the water heater and tape the vertical
• Seal the seams with UL 181A tape with an acrylic adhesive.
seam with UL 181 Acrylic Adhesive Foil Tape.
Important Information: Sheet metal has traditionally been used for
• Trim product around pressure valve and cut on both sides of thermo-
both stud cavity and joist space plenums. However, code does not
stat housing to create a flap type cover for easy access. Additionally, cut
specify types of materials allowed for panning. Check your local
product away from the cover of the lower access panel.
codes before installation for compliance in your area.
Note: All Water Heaters: Refer to owners or operating manual and follow any instructions provided for insulating the unit.
For more information,
applications and product
submittals, please visit
our website at
www.reflectixinc.com.
Note: Electric Water Heaters Only: Cut a circular section of the product
the size of the top of the water heater. Trim to accommodate
wires, pipes and relief valve. Next, tape (UL 181 Acrylic Adhesive Foil
Tape) the circular (product) section to the top of the water
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Radiant Floor
in a Concrete Slab
Radiant Floor Over
an Existing Floor
R-1.1
R-1.1
Benefits:
Benefits:
n Easy to handle and install
n Promotes even heat distribution
n Promotes even heat distribution
n Vapor retarder
n No nesting characteristics for insects
n Increases system efficiency
Recommended Products:
Recommended Products:
Concrete Slab Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “DBWEF”
Concrete Slab Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “DBWEF”
Installation Instructions:
Installation Instructions:
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• Unroll the Reflectix Concrete Slab Insulation product over the
• Unroll the Reflectix® Concrete Slab Insulation product over the
base material prior to pouring the concrete.
existing floor prior to pouring the concrete (white poly side up). Cut
• Butt the seams of the product and seal with 3” wide white poly
the product flush with the walls.
tape.
• Butt the seams of the product. Seal with 3” wide white poly tape.
Note: Utilize a flat edge taping tool to assure good adhesion on all
Note: Utilize a flat edge taping tool for good adhesion on all tape.
tape. Install Radiant Floor System per manufacturer’s specifications.
Install Radiant Floor System per manufacturer’s specifications.
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Reflectix® - The most diverse insulation product
for the home with over 20 proven applications.
Duct Spacers:
Left:
HVSP0202506
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Right:
HVSPACER
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Radiant Floor in
a Sub-Floor
Radiant Floor Wood Joists
Up to R-21
R-4.6
Benefits:
n Reflects 96% radiant energy back into sub-floor
Benefits:
n Product is dust and fiber free
n Directs heat into living space
n No nesting characteristics for insects
n Easy to handle and install
n Cuts with a utility knife
Recommended Products:
Recommended Products:
Double Reflective Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “HVBP”
Single Reflective Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “HVDBW”
Double Reflective Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “HVST”
1. Underside of Floor Joist - R-21:
Installation Instructions:
• Install product per “Crawl Space” application on page 10.
• Unroll the Reflectix® product over the existing floor (reflective side
• Butt the seams and seal with 2” wide Reflectix Foil Tape.
2. Inside Joist Cavity Air Space Dependent R-value / Radiant Reflector:
Note: Utilize a flat edge taping tool for good adhesion on all tape.
• Install a single layer of the Reflectix® Staple Tab product inside the
• Install Radiant Floor System per manufacturer’s specifications,
joist cavity. Allow 0.75” to 3.5” below the heating coils (as recom-
sleepers and new (top) subfloor.
mended by the manufacturer).
facing up). Cut the product flush with the walls.
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Examples of benefits based on air space depth above product:
• 0.75” air space = R-4.6 • 3.5” air space = R-8.2
Pictured:
Our Staple Tab
product easily and
accurately bends to
achieve the necessary
3/4” air space.
3. Inside Joist Cavity w/Mass Insulation Below Air Space Dependent R-value / Radiant Reflector:
• Install a single layer of the product inside the joist cavity above a
mass insulation batt. Utilize Reflectix® Staple Tab product (Refer to
method #2).
Note: Verify that this method is acceptable for the type of radiant
floor system being installed.
4. Inside Joist Cavity w/Mass Insulation Above R-2.7 to R-4.6:
• Install a single layer of the Reflectix® Staple Tab product to the
side of the floor joist below the mass insulation.
Examples of benefits based on an enclosed air space depth below
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Attic
Crawl Space
Radiant Barrier
R-21
Benefits:
Benefits:
n Blocks 95% of radiant energy from entering the home
n Fiber / itch free install
n Reduces a home’s AC usage by up to 10%
n Vapor / moisture retarder
n Improves efficiency of attic-mounted HVAC and ducts
n Perfect for retrofit
Recommended Products:
Recommended Products:
Radiant Barrier, Product Ordering Prefix: “RB”
Double Reflective Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “HVBP”
Note: Attic Radiant Barriers provide benefit on hot sunny days. For
Double Reflective Insulation, Product Ordering Prefix: “HVST”
this reason they are recommended primarily for installation in the
Southern Zone of the USA (due to the amount of AC usage) but will
Installation Instructions:
provide reduced heat gain into the home wherever they are
• Inspect the crawl space and make any needed repairs before
installed. Verify your location with our Zip Code Zone locator at
installing the Reflectix® Reflective/Bubble product.
www.reflectixinc.com/attic, or call (800) 879-3645.
• For floor joists that are 16” on-center, the installation is easiest
with the Reflectix® Staple Tab (ST) product.
Underside of Rafter Method (depicted above):
• Check the attic for any needed repairs. Unroll the Reflectix® as you
work and cut it to suitable lengths (8’ to 12’) with scissors or utility
knife. Allow for proper ventilation. Install product perpendicular to
the rafters with a 2” overlap on the seams (No taping required).
Staple to the rafters at 2” to 3” intervals. Leave a 2” to 3” gap on
each side of the roof peak and a gap at the lower edge of the roof
line. Staple to the face of the studs on gables and insure at least a
1” gap around all vents.
• Determine if there are pipes and ducts which hang below the floor
joists. They will need to be insulated. Reflectix® Pipe Wrap and Duct
Insulations are designed specifically for this use. There is no need to
wrap water pipes or duct work that fall between floor joists.
Reflectix® will provide adequate insulating without extra wrapping.
• Begin at one end of the house and staple the first course of
product to the top of the band board or the subfloor (also terminating this course in this fashion).
• Insert the first course of product half way up into the joist cavity
Rafter/Truss Cavity Method:
and staple the edge of the product to the side of the joist. The goal
Southern Zone of USA ONLY - Verify location recommendation with
is to split the joist cavity into two approximately equal enclosed air
our zip code zone locator at www.reflectixinc.com/attic, or contact our
spaces.
Customer Service Group at (800) 879-3645.
• Follow this step with a second course of product on the bottom sur-
• Staple directly to the decking (in between rafters/trusses).
face of the joist. Face staple the edge of the product to the bottom of
the floor joists. Seal seams with Reflectix® Foil Tape to create a vapor
Between the Trusses (Reflective/Bubble Product):
barrier. At each end of the joist cavity, staple the product up to the
• Install Staple Tab (HVST) product to the side of the trusses or
band board.
rafters (No product in contact with decking).
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Testing & Certifications
Testing and Certification Documents
All tests on Reflectix® Insulation products are performed at either nationally approved independent laboratories or at leading universities. Tests are
performed to current American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Standards when a standard exists.
Testing results on our Reflective Insulation (Reflective/Bubble/Bubble/
Reflective) product are listed below. For any additional testing information
for this product (or any other), please refer to our website at
www.reflectixinc.com, or feel free to call our Customer Service Group at
(800) 879-3645.
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Nominal Thickness . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16” (.312)
Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.771 oz./ft2
Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . -60O to 180O F
Flame Spread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less than 25*
Smoke Development . . . . . . . . Less than 50*
Perm. Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02**
Puncture Resistance. . . . . . . . . . 60 lb./in.***
Vapor Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02
Mold and Mildew . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Growth
Emittance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .04
Tensile Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7 N/mm
Pliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Cracking
Hot Surface Performance. . . . Passed (250O F)
Note: Not for use in direct contact on surface temperatures that are
180O F or greater.
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Resistance to fungi or bacteria: Reflectix does not promote the growth of
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Thermal Performance ASTM C1363
Thermal Performance of Wall Systems ASTM C1363
Thermal Performance ASTM C335
Thermal Performance of Crawl Space ASTM C1363
Hot Surface Performance ASTM C411
Heat Transfer (Heat Flow Up, Down, Horizontal) ASTM C1363
Thermal Performance of Reflectix® and Fiberglass in Walls ASTM C1363
Heat Transfer of Air-Handling Ducts with Reflectix®
Flame Spread and Smoke Density ASTM E84
Fungus Resistance Mil-Std 810B Method 508
Pliability Test
Sound Absorption Test ASTM C423-90a and ASTM E795-83
Sound Transmission Loss ASTM E90-90 and ASTM E413-87
Water Vapor Transmission ASTM E96
Tensile Strength
Emittance Testing
Thermal Performance of Water Heater Jackets
Intertek: Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials ASTM E84-08
(Taped Joint Detail) Test Report # 3166908SAT-012
Intertek: Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials ASTM E84-08
(Unslit) Test Report # 3166908SAT-011
R&D Services: Resistance to the Growth of Fungi ASTM C1338-00 Test Report
# RD072713FR
State of California
State of California Licensed Insulation Manufacturer
State of Minnesota: Filed with Minnesota Insulation Standards
Program
State of Wisconsin: Wisconsin Material Approval, Safety and Buildings
Division Approval # 920088-1
R&D Services Emittance Testing
R&D Services: Physical Properties Sheet Width, Length, Pliability, Water Vapor
Permanence and Aged Water Vapor Permanence
R&D Services: Water Vapor Transmission Test ASTM-E96 (Dessicant Method)
For more information,
applications and product
submittals, please visit
our website at
www.reflectixinc.com.
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Reflectix, Inc. #1 School Street • P.O. Box 108 Markleville, IN 46056 • Ph: (800) 879-3645 (US/Can) • (765) 533-4332 • Fax: (765) 533-2327
Web: www.reflectixinc.com • www.facebook.com/ReflectixInsulation • Email: customerservice@reflectixinc.com
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