AP Armaflex Sheet & Roll
AP Armaflex Sheet & Roll
AP Armaflex Sheet & Roll
• Indoor Air Quality-friendly: Fiber-free, formaldehyde-free, The recommended temperature usage range for AP Armaflex
low VOCs, nonparticulating Sheet & Roll Insulation is -297°F to +220°F (-183°C to +105°C)
according to method of application. With full adhesive coverage
• Quiet: Noise blocking and vibration damage attachment, the surface to which it is applied may operate
• Durable: No fragile vapor retarder to a limit of 180°F (82°C). When used for pipe insulation with
adhesive adhering seams and joints only, AP Armaflex Sheet can
Description be applied to lines that will operate to a limit of 220°F (105°C).
On cold systems, insulation thicknesses have been calculated to
AP Armaflex Sheet and Roll Insulation is a black flexible control condensation on the insulation outer surface, as shown
elastomeric thermal insulation. It is furnished with a smooth in the table of thickness recommendations.
skin on one side which forms the outer exposed insulation
surface. The expanded closed-cell structure makes it an AP Armaflex Sheet and Roll Insulation meets the energy code
efficient insulation. It is manufactured without the use of CFC’s, requirements of International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
HFC’s or HCFC’s. All AP Armaflex products are made with and ASHRAE for R-Value 4.2 at 1˝ wall thickness and
Microban® antimicrobial product protection for added defense R-Value 8 at 2˝ wall thickness.
against mold on the insulation. It is also effective for reducing
HVAC noise. Application
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P Armaflex Sheet is supplied in flat sheets 36˝ x 48˝ AP Armaflex Sheet and Roll is installed using one of our
(.915m x 1.22) in nominal wall thicknesses of 1/8˝, 1/4˝, 3/8˝, Armaflex adhesives: Armaflex 520, 520 Black or, where a low
1/2˝, 3/4˝, 1˝, 1-1/2˝* and 2˝* (3, 6, 10, 13, 19, 25, 38 and V.O.C. adhesive is required, Armaflex 520 BLV or Armaflex
50mm) Spray Contact Adhesive. For application to large, flat or curved
metal surfaces such as ducts, very large pipes, tanks and
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P Armaflex Roll is supplied in 48˝ wide (1.22m) vessels, full adhesive coverage is used. For application as
continuous rolls in nominal wall thicknesses of 3/8˝, 1/2˝, pipe insulation and fitting covers, only the seams and joints are
3/4˝, 1˝, 1-1/2˝* and 2˝* (10, 13, 19, 25, 38 and 50mm). Also adhered with Armaflex adhesive. 520 Adhesives are contact
available in 60˝ (1.53m) in 1˝ thickness adhesives; therefore, in all cases, both surfaces to be joined are
coated with adhesive. Exterior ductwork must be pitched to
Factory Mutual (FM) Approvals
allow rainwater to run off the insulation.
AP Armaflex is approved through continuing supervision For many applications, Armaflex needs no supplementary
by Factory Mutual Approvals to consistently provide actual protection. Additional vapor-retarder protection may be
values on these key performance criteria for mechanical necessary on very-low-temperature surfaces or piping where
system insulation: the insulation is exposed to continually high humidity conditions.
• Thermal Conductivity: 0.25 BTU-in/hr. ft2 °F AP Armaflex is designed for installation above ground.
• Water Vapor Transmission: 0.05 perm-inch Outdoors, a weather-resistant protective finish is to be applied
and Armaflex WB Finish is recommended. Armaflex insulation
• Fire Rating: will not contribute significantly to fire
products must be installed according to “Installation of Armaflex
(simulated end-use testing)
Insulations” brochure. Proper installation is required to assure
As tested by ASTM E 84 “Method of Test for Surface Burning Armaflex insulation performance.
Characteristics for Building Materials”, AP Armaflex in wall
thickness up to and including 2˝ (50mm) has a flame-spread Specification Compliance
index of less than 25 and a smoke-developed index of less
AP Armaflex Sheet & Roll Insulation developed to meet:
than 50.
ASTM C 534, Type II — MIL-P-15280J, FORM S
Note: Numerical flammability ratings alone may not define the
performance of products under actual fire conditions. They are provided Sheet Grade 1 MIL-C-3133C (MIL STD 670B),
only for use in the selection of products to meet limits specified. ASTM C 1534 Grade SBE 3
ASTM E 84, NFPA 255, UL 723 MEA 107-89M
CAN/ULC S102 UL 181
ALL ARMACELL FACILITIES NFPA 90A, 90B UL 94 5V-A, V-0, File E 55798
IN NORTH AMERICA ARE
ASTM G21/C1338 UL 84
ISO 9001:2000 CERTIFIED.
ASTM G22 City of Los Angeles – RR 7642
ASTM D 1056, 2B1
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Physical Properties
Notes
Specifications Values Test Method ➀W hen AP Armaflex Sheet is
installed by adhering butt joints
Thermal Conductivity, and seams only, the upper
Btu • in./h • ft2 • °F (W/mK) temperature limit is 220°F (105°C)
75°F Mean Temperature (24°C) 0.25 (0.036) using 520, 520 black, or 520 BLV
90°F Mean Temperature (32°C) 0.256 (0.037) ASTM C 177 or C 518 Adhesive.
Sizes – Roll 48˝ (1.22mm) and 60˝ (1.53m)† ** For applications of -40°F to
-297°F (-40°C to -183°C), contact
Width Thickness (nominal) x 3/8˝ x 100´ (10mm x 30.5m) Armacell.
Length
1/2˝ x 70´ (13mm x 21.4m)
Performance approved through
3/4˝ x 50´ (19mm x 15.2m) continuing supervision by Factory
— Mutual Approvals.
1˝ x 35´ (25mm x 10.7m)
1-1/2˝ x 25´ (38mm x 7.6m)
2˝ x 18´ (50mm x 5.4m)
† 1˝ thickness only
3
Density, Typical Range 3.0 - 6.0 lbs./ft.3 ASTM D 1622 or D 1667
Thickness Recommendations
For Controlling Outer Insulation Surface Condensation
(Based upon available manufactured thicknesses and not intended to supercede any state or local building codes.)
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