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Foil Scrim Kraft Insulation Facing

Posted on 05/25/2023

Foil Scrim Kraft Insulation Facing

Foil scrim kraft insulation facing, also known as FSK insulation facing, is a type of insulation material commonly used in the construction industry. DeYou Tape manufacturer the foil scrim kraft insulation facing with Aluminum Foil, Tri-directional Fiberglass (3-way scrim) and Kraft paper (50gsm/ 60gsm/ 100gsm). All 3 layers laminated together using a flame-retardant adhesive.

Foil Scrim Kraft Insulation Facing is a flame retardant, vapor-barrier, and facings for the insulation industry. It is most utilized with duct wrap, duct board and exposed surfaces of HVAC ductworks, exterior walls and ceilings. It can help to reduce heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer, making your home more energy-efficient. It can also help to reduce condensation and mold growth.

Foil Scrim Kraft Insulation Facing is laminated 5 layers of structure, the outer layer is Aluminum foil and Kraft paper. The middle layer is the Glass fiber layer double side coated with Flame-retardant adhesive, it increased tensile strength of FSK insulation, and the Aluminum foil and Kraft paper are firmly bonded.

Foil Scrim Kraft Insulation Facing as a laminated insulation facing protects insulation materials as like as a jacket. FSK insulation is most commonly used to exposed surfaces of Duct wrap, HVAC Ductwork, Exterior wall insulation, Metal building insulation, Pipeline insulation, Hot water tank insulation.

Benefits of using insulation facings:

It is a good insulator.
It is moisture resistant.
It is easy to install.
It is relatively inexpensive.

Drawbacks of using insulation facings:

It is not as effective as some other types of insulation, such as spray foam insulation.
It can be difficult to install in some areas, such as around windows and doors.

Overall, foil scrim kraft insulation facing is a good option for improving the energy efficiency of your home. It is easy to install and relatively inexpensive, and it can help to reduce heat loss and heat gain. However, it is not as effective as some other types of insulation, and it can be difficult to install in some areas.

 

Foil Scrim Kraft Insulation Facing Structure

 

Layer Composition

Description

Value (English)

Value (Metric)

Foil

Aluminum

0.28 mails

7 micron

Reinforcing-MD

Fiberglass

2 / inch

8 / 100mm

Reinforcing-XD

Fiberglass

3 / inch

12 / 100mm

Adhesive

Flame-Retardant

 

 

Kraft

F/R Treated

36.6 lbs / 3000 ft2

50gsm, 60gsm, 100gsm

Roll width

1.0m, 1.2m, 1.25m, 1.3m, 1.35m

Total length

60m-3500m

Paper core Dia

76mm

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