DUCT WRAP TM

RF-3000
Exterior Insulation of the HVAC Ducts

Description Specification Compliance

Owens corning faced or unfaced Duct wrap is an excellent Properties Test Method Value
thermal insulation blanket of glass fibers bonded with a
thermoset resin; it can endure temperatures up to 250°F Hot Surface Performance ASTM C 411 250ºF (121ºC)
(121°C).
Vapor Barrier Temperature Limit ASTM C 1136 150ºF (66ºC)
Uses and applications
Water vapor permeance¹ ASTM E 96 0.02 perm
Owens Corning Duct Wrap Insulation has several applica-
tions in commercial and residential heating, air-conditioning,
Water vapor sorption ASTM C 1104 < 3% at 120ºF (49ºC) 90% RH
and dual temperature ducts operating at temperatures from
40°F (4°C) to 250°F (121°C)
Fungi Resistance ASTM C 1338 Will not support or promote mold growth

This product, when installed in accordance with instructions, Flame spread: 25%
Surface burning characteristics² ASTM E 84 Smoke developed 50%
assures specified in-place thermal performance and
condensation control.
¹The water vapor permeance is supported by a quality certificate of the supplier of facing (only FSK-Foil-Scrim-Kraft facing).
²The surface burning characteristics of these products had been determined in accordance with the ASTM E 84. This standard should be used to measure
and describe the properties of materials, products, or assembles in response to heat and flame under controlled laboratory conditions and should not
be used to describe or appraise the fire hazard or fire risk of materials, products or assembles under actual fire conditions. However, results of this test
maybe used as elements of a fire risk assessment which takes into account all of the factors which are pertinent to an assessment of the fire hazard of a
particular use.Values are reported to the nearest 5 rating.

Features / Benefits
R Value Density Conductivity Thickness
Product
Assured thermal performance [ft 2 hr ºF/BTU] [lb/ft 3 ] [kg/m3 ] [BTU in/ft2 hr oF] [W / oC m] [in] [cm]
R-5.3 0.78 12.5 0.283 0.041 1.5 3.8
When installed in accordance with instructions, the
R-7 0.75 12.02 0.287 0.041 2 5.1
compression is controlled, and the Duct Wrap Insulation RF-3075
provides the specified thermal performance (See R-Value R-8 0.75 12.02 0.287 0.041 2.5 6.4
table). Operating costs are controlled due to reduction of R-10.5 0.75 12.02 0.287 0.041 3 7.6
heat loss or heat gain through the sheet metal duct walls. R-3.8 1.00 16.03 0.264 0.038 1 2.5
R-5.7 1.00 16.03 0.264 0.038 1.5 3.8
Enhanced comfort control
RF-3100 R-7.5 1.00 16.03 0.264 0.038 2 5.1
Duct wrap helps heating and cooling systems to deliver R-15 1.00 16.03 0.264 0.038 4 10.2
conditioned air to occupied spaces close to design tempera- R-22.7 1.00 16.03 0.264 0.038 6 15.2
tures. By conserving heating and cooling energy, HVAC
R-4.1 1.50 24.02 0.242 0.035 1 2.5
systems operate more efficiently with reduced loads.
RF-3150 R-6 1.50 24.02 0.242 0.035 1.5 3.8
retire, asegurando su valor R (Resistencia Térmica).
R-8 1.50 24.02 0.242 0.035 2 5.1
R-2 2.20 35.24 0.231 0.033 0.5 1.3
R-4.3 2.20 35.24 0.231 0.033 1 2.5
RF-3200
Presentation R-6.5 2.20 35.24 0.231 0.033 1.5 3.8
Flexible rolls, in three different types: R-8.7 2.20 35.24 0.231 0.033 2 5.1
Without vapor barrier

With vapor barrier: Aluminum foil or Foil/Scrim/Kraft (FSK) Width by vapor barrier
Thickness
Product Aluminum Foil FSK
[cm] [in] [cm] [in] [cm] [in]
2.5 1
3.8 1.5
RF-3075 61 24 122 48
5.1 2
6.5 2.5
Aluminum Foil 2.5 1
RF-3100 3.8 1.5 61 24 122 48
5.1 2
2.5 1
RF-3150 3.8 1.5 61 24 122 48
5.1 2
2.5 1
RF-3200 3.8 1.5 61 24 122 48
FSK 5.1 2
Thermal Conductivity
Application Advices
Before applying Duct Wrap, ducts shall be clean, dry and tightly sealed at all
joints and seams. Duct Wrap with FSK shall be cut to “stretch-out”
dimensions and a 2" (50mm) (approx.) piece of duct wrap removed from the
facing at the end of the piece of duct wrap to form an overlapping staple and
tape flap, as shown below.
Duct Wrap is installed over sheet metal ducts with duct wrap tightly butted
(BTU in/hr ft2 oF)

with facing outside. Overlap 2" (50mm) formed tape flap and facing at other
end of piece of duct wrap. If ducts are rectangular or square, install so
insulation is not excessively compressed at duct corners.

Seams shall be stapled 6" (150mm) (approx.) on center with outward

clinching staples. Adjacent sections of duct wrap shall be tightly butted with
the 2" (50mm) tape flap overlapping.

Where a vapor retarder is required, seal all seams joints, tears, punctures and
other penetrations with pressure-sensitive tape matching the facing (either
plain foil or FSK backing stock) or with glass fabric and mastic to provide a
vapor-tight system.
(oF)
(oC) Cloth duct tape of any color and finish using reclaimed rubber adhesives is
Temperature
Thermal conductivity of 75°F (24°C) mid tempreature.
not recommended for use on Duct Wrap FSK.

Where rectangular ducts are 24" (600mm) in width or greater, duct wrap
shall be additionally secured to the bottom of the duct with mechanical
fasteners such as pins and speed clip washers, spaced on 18" (425mm)
centers (maximum) to prevent sagging of insulation. It is neither necessary

Handling and Storage Advice

-Avoid mechanical abuse while storing and transporting
product.

-Do not expose the product outdoors.

-Keep the product packed until it is used.

-Stack three packages maximum.

-Leave the identification tag noticeable to be seen.

-Keep the first bed of product over a pallet.

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Technical information contained herein is furnished without charge or
obligation and is given and accepted at recipient’s sole risk. Because
conditions of use may vary and are beyond our control, Owens Corning
makes no representation about, and is not responsible or liable for the
accuracy or reliability of data associated with particular uses of any product
described herein. Nothing contained in this bulletin shall be considered a
recommendation.

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