ArmaFlex Shield
Pre-jacketed flexible insulation with a tough moisture- and UV-resistant coating that stands up to extreme elements in outdoor applications.
Technical information ArmaFlex Shield
Brief description
- ArmaFlex Shield consists of an ArmaFlex insulation core with a flexible, factory-applied polymeric protective covering designed to prevent damage to the insulation from sunlight., installation, and physical abuse. --Available in continuous lengths or 6 foot lengths.
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Service temperature1,2,3 |
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R-Value for tubes4 |
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UL94 5VA | Pass at 1/4" (6 mm) thickness and above | UL94 5VA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
UL94 HF-1 | Pass at 1/4" (6 mm) thickness and above | UL 94 HF-1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
UL94 V-0 | Pass at 1/4" (6 mm) thickness and above | UL94 V-0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Resistance to water vapour | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Water vapor permeability | 0.03 Perm-in
(0.435 x 10⁻¹³) Kg/(s m Pa) | ASTM E96, procedure A, Meets Class 1 rating | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Water absorption | 0.2% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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UV resistance5 | Excellent: no deterioration | ASTM G1546 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Resistance to ozone | Good | ASTM D1149 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Outdoor use | ArmaFlex Shield meets the requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) for the protection of insulation installed outdoors. Its durable, outer covering resists damage due to sunlight and other outdoor
hazards including line trimmers used for lawn maintenance. 5-year limited warranty. No field applied protective coating or additional jacketing required. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1At -40 °F (-40 °C), the insulation becomes brittle. This hardening characteristic does not affect thermal efficiency or water vapor permeability. 2For temperatures below -40 °F(-40 °C), please contact our Customer Service Center. 3ArmaFlex Shield insulation can withstand temperatures as high as 250 °F (121 °C) when tested according to ASTM C411. 4Please refer to Technical Bulletin #1. 5ArmaFlex Shield meets the UV resistance requirements of ASTM C1775 which describes requirements for insulation protective jacketing used outdoors. 6Tested for 5000 hours. |