Since piping and ductwork is often run through plenum spaces, most mechanical insulation will need to have a 25/50 flame/smoke rating. A 25/50 rating is also required for any insulation installed on the outside or inside of a duct regardless if the duct is installed in a return air plenum or not.Jan 17, 2018
What is fire wrap made of?
Lightweight, Thin and Low-Profile Protection Our 3M™ Fire Barrier Duct Wrap 615+ (PDF, 332.91 Kb) is a fire-rated duct wrap consisting of an inorganic fiber blanket encapsulated with a scrim-reinforced foil. Because the blanket is adhered to the foil scrim it will resist wrapping and slumping.
Is pipe insulation heat resistant?
Fiberglass pipe insulation, by Owens Corning and Johns Manville, is for use on hot, cold, concealed and exposed piping in commercial building, industrial facilities and process or power plants. Fiberglass pipe insulation is designed for application temperatures from 0°F to 850°F (-18°C to 454°C).
Is pipe insulation fire rated?
Since piping and ductwork is often run through plenum spaces, most mechanical insulation will need to have a 25/50 flame/smoke rating. A 25/50 rating is also required for any insulation installed on the outside or inside of a duct regardless if the duct is installed in a return air plenum or not.Jan 17, 2018
What can I use to wrap a pipe?
Insulate pipes located in the attic and crawl space using pipe insulation, even if the climate where you live does not often have hard freeze conditions. You can also wrap pipes in heat tape or heat cables with a thermostat control.
Is pipe wrap flammable?
The round foam pipe insulation with a slit on one side that is used most often in residential applications is polyethylene or neoprene, both of which are classified as combustible.Dec 7, 2018