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Reflective Insulation and Radiant Barrier
Dramatically reduces heat gain and heat loss in your home!
MicroFoil is a clean, non-toxic, easy to install, patented, self-taping RADIANT BARRIER that provides increased comfort, energy efficiency and savings, and lower heating and cooling costs.
MicroFoil effectively reflects a heat source as opposed to absorbing and dissipating it as fiberglass insulations do. This reflectivity works both ways: radiating summer heat outward and retaining winter heat inside. What's more, MicroFoil is made with MicroFoam that has a melting point of 320° F.
Benefits and Specs
Reflects Heat -
MicroFoil effectively reflects a heat source as opposed to absorbing and dissipating it as fiberglass insulations do. This reflectivity works both ways: radiating summer heat outward and retaining winter heat inside.
Easy to Use - (New Patented Self-Taping) - Because MicroFoil is made with plies of MICROFOAM (an extremely low-density, flexible polypropylene foam), it is much lighter weight and easier to handle than other reflective or fiberglass insulation products.
Practically Eliminates - Bird and insect infestation.
Condensation Control - When installed correctly, MicroFoil provides an excellent thermal and vapor barrier, greatly reducing condensation build-up.
Simple, Safe Installation - MicroFoil requires only a pair of scissors or utility knife and a staple gun. It does not require masks or long clothing for installation.
MicroFoil rolls are available with foil on both sides, or with foil on one side and fire retardant white polypropylene backed foil on the other side. Rolls come in 48" or 72" widths.
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MicroFoil has a patented self-sealing tape on a foil flange running along one edge to make installation fast and easy. A utility knife and a
staple gun are the only tools necessary. No need for protective clothing and masks. MicroFoil does not contain hazardous chemicals or harmful
materials that cause itching or respiratory problems. MicroFoil is safe and easy to use.
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Comparison Chart
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Product Feature
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MicroFoil
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Others
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| R-Factor |
14.4 |
5.9 |
| Easy to install |
Yes |
No |
| Self-taping |
Yes |
No |
| Aluminum foil |
Yes |
No |
| Radiant barrier |
Yes |
Yes |
| Scrim reinforced |
Yes |
No |
| Puncture resistant |
90# per square inch |
68# per square inch |
| Clean |
Yes |
Yes |
| Non-toxic |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lightweight |
Yes |
Yes |
| Improved comfort |
Significant |
Some |
MicroFoil Technical Data
Typical Physical Properties/Product Composition:
- Core - 1/4" Thick Microfoam polypropylene
- Face - Reinforced, high purity aluminum foil
- Weight for this product is .86 ounce per square foot.
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Read This Before You Buy:
The chart shows the R-value of this insulation. R means resistance to
heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power. Compare insulation R-values before
you buy. There are other factors to consider. The amount of insulation you need depends mainly on the
climate you live in. Also, your fuel savings from insulation will depend on climate, the type and size of
your house, the amount of insulation already in your house, and your fuel use patterns and family size.
If you buy too much insulation, it will cost you more than what you’ll save on fuel. To get the
marked R-value, it is essential that this insulation be installed properly. |
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Roll Size: |
4' wide x 125' long
6' wide x 75' long |
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Surface Emissivity: |
.03 |
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Flame Spread Index-ASTM 84: |
20 |
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Smoke Development-ASTM 84: |
15 |
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Fire Rating-NFPA Spec 101: |
Class A/Class 1 |
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Puncture Resistance-psi, ASTM D 3420: |
90 |
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Tear-lbs., ASTM D 1922: |
1.9 - 2.8 |
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Water Vapor Transmission-grains/hr sqft, ASTM E96: |
.005 |
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Water Absorption lbs/sqft, FTMS 101B, Method 4035: |
.0003 |
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Fungus Resistance, mold growth-Mil E 8261A: |
None |
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Useable Temperature-deg F: |
-150 to +200 |
| R 14 downward with 2x6 wall cavity with 5/8" drywall one side and 5/8" OSB other side |
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R 7.4 as part of 2x4 wall cavity horizontal with 1/2" gypsum 1 side and 1/32" metal other side |
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