SuperFOIL Pipe Insulation 80mm x 7.5m - Pipe and Duct Lagging Foil Wrap

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Foil Covered Pipe Insulation is water repellant but should be used with an additional waterproof covering. When used in the open, a protective coating such as PIB is recommended for this. If reaching a 90-degree sharp bend, take the knife and cut the pipe insulation at a 45-degree angle. Then put the two pieces of insulation over each side of the 90-degree bend in the pipework, and twist them so that the two ends fit together flush. Then use duct tape or insulating tape to secure them together. Pipe insulation is a low-cost way to boost your energy efficiency in your home. By inexpensively insulating pipes you can insulate your central heating domestically to increase its performance and you can prevent pipework from freezing in loft spaces for example. Pipe insulation, or pipe lagging as it’s commonly known, can also provide some acoustic qualities by dampening noise made by fluid travelling through a pipe.

Insulating a pipe with a sleeve of foam pipe insulation is relatively straightforward, but certain steps should be followed to ensure the pipe insulation performs well. What you’ll need: As well as these features, rubber pipe insulation is relatively resistant to mould and bacteria growth which occurs in humid environments, and some rubber pipe insulation products also have anti-microbial protection built in to provide extra protection. Self-seal pipe insulationEffective insulation means HVAC systems don’t have to work as hard to maintain the operating temperature of the unit, thereby reducing energy consumption. To ensure you have the correct size of pipe insulation, measure the diameter of a visible section of pipework. Choose the size of pipe insulation that is most suitable for your pipework diameter. Then measure the length of pipes that you’re going to insulate, to calculate how much insulation you require. Warm water – insulation prevents heat loss, saving energy when water travels between a boiler or heating system to central heating units. Another point at which foam pipe insulation needs cutting is at T branches within the plumbing system. To create a piece of insulation that covers a T branch, cut a 90-degree wedge out of the main section of pipe insulation. This will allow the insulation to be fitted on the main pipe with space for the other pipe to branch off. Then take a separate piece of insulation, and cut the end with two 45 degree angles, to form a point. This point then should fit neatly into the 90-degree cutout in the main piece of insulation. Then, just tape the joints together to ensure no heat loss occurs. Rain/waste water – cold water pipe insulation prevents the formation of condensation which can cause corrosion or damage to the surrounding structure and can also reduce unwanted noise.

Once you reach a corner or bend in the pipework, there are a couple of options for installing the pipe insulation. To install pipe wrap insulation, tape one end of the insulation to the pipe. Then wrap the insulation around the pipe, aiming for tight spiral loops with overlaps of half an inch or more. As hot or cold water has quite a long way to travel throughout a building, it is crucial it maintains its required temperature as much as possible. During this process, it passes many spaces where additional heating or cooling is unavailable, meaning non-insulated pipes can heat up or cool down – with all the negative consequences that can occur as a result of poorly insulated or un-insulated services. When you reach the end of a pipe or the end of the insulation, simply tape the insulation into place.Rubber pipe insulation such as Armaflex from Armacell is a closed-cell, elastomeric rubber pipe insulating system. Most commonly used to prevent condensation and humid environments from occurring, rubber pipe insulation tends to have high water resistance. However, it can also be used for thermal insulation as it has low thermal conductivity. As the focus on reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency grows, insulating the pipes within a building has become more important. Although often forgotten about, insulating pipes within your home can not only reduce your energy bills but also help to keep your home warmer and more efficient and avoid issues that can become costly. Table of contents:

Insulating pipes within the home can provide several benefits, and pipe insulation can be used on both hot and cold pipes. Reduce heat loss High-quality p ipe insulation in HVAC systems maintains the optimum temperature of fluids or gasses transported around a building or facility. Water pipe insulation, or heating pipe insulation, can also prevent bacteria and mould from growing on pipes, which can affect how long they perform for and the areas surrounding them. If pipes begin to grow mould in a timber frame building they could spread this into the wood or even into surrounding insulation. We supply our portfolio of insulation to all kinds of businesses including air conditioning engineers, plumbers merchants and builders, as well as to the casual DIY-er! Pipe Insulation Features and Benefits:Pipe wrap insulation is often seen as an easier alternative when working on insulating a complex plumbing system. This is because it is a straightforward insulation process, and pipe wrap insulation can fit around joints and bends easily without any extra work. Cold water – insulation keeps the temperature low and can protect against condensation, ensuring it is delivered at its required temperature. Pipe wrap insulation can also be manufactured from a variety of materials but is installed by wrapping it around the pipe like tape, instead of fitting over as a solid form, like foam insulation. One form of pipe wrap insulation is foil-faced bubble membrane insulation, which is supplied in a tape form. A good choice to reduce the potential of cold pipes from freezing, but can also be used to retain the heat in hot pipes. On hot pipes, pipe insulation will prevent heat from being lost to the surrounding area, keeping the temperature of the water around 2 degrees higher than it would be without the pipe insulation. This means that less energy is required to heat the water, which in turn reduces the cost of your utility bills. Prevent freezing Constructed from various materials including mineral wool fibre or Phenolic Foam with a foil covering. Foil-faced pipe insulation is usable on high-temperature pipes at temperatures up to 700C. Insulation prevents heat loss from pipes thus saving money.