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Product Overview:
Thermafiber® Aluminum Foil and FSK Tapes are designed to provide a vapor seal for seams and edges of foil-faced insulation, particularly in curtain wall buildings. These tapes are known for their exceptional adhesion across various weather conditions and their ability to conform to irregular surfaces and corners. They are UL 723 listed and available in multiple widths for different applications.

Applications:
The tapes are used in conjunction with foil-faced FireSpan™ Curtain Wall Insulation to create a vapor barrier in building envelopes. FSK Tape is specifically used to seal the edges of a mullion cover before securing it with Thermafiber's patented Impasse® Spiral Anchors.

Specifications:

Aluminum Foil Tape: Available in widths of 2.5" and 3", with a length of 50 yards per roll.
FSK Tape: Available in widths of 2", 3", 4", and 6", with a length of 50 yards per roll.
Minimum order quantity is one case, with other sizes available upon request.

Standards Compliance:

ASTM C 1136
UL File Number R10984
U.S. Coast Guard Aluminum Foil Tape (CGA #164.112/63/0)
British Standard BS 476: Part 7, Class 1 and Part 6, Class 0

Installation Instructions:

Ensure the surface is clean and free of oils, dust, and dirt.
Remove the release liner gradually and press the adhesive firmly onto the insulation facing.
Wipe the tape firmly from the center outwards using the provided tool to ensure maximum surface contact.
Cut and fit the tape as needed, following the same wiping instructions.

Technical Data:

Thickness: 3.25 mils (0.08255 mm) for Aluminum Foil Tape, 6.5 mils (0.165 mm) for FSK Tape.
Adhesion: 96 oz/inch width (27.1 N/2.5cm) for peel, 50 oz/inch width (14.2 N/2.5cm) for loop tack.
Tensile Strength: 27 lbs/inch width (122 N/2.5cm) for Aluminum Foil Tape, 40 lbs/inch width (178 N/2.5cm) for FSK Tape.
Temperature Resistance: Low -25°F (-32°C), High 260°F (127°C) for Aluminum Foil Tape.
Flame Spread: 5, Smoke Developed: 10 (ASTM E 84).

Additional Information:
Thermafiber provides technical and engineering assistance, including CAD drawings, engineering judgments, and LEED® Credit Information. For further inquiries, contact their technical services department.

Notice:
Thermafiber, Inc. limits its liability to the replacement of defective goods and advises users to determine product suitability for their specific applications.

Catalog excerpts

Insulation Tapes Thermaber® Aluminum Foil & FSK Tape + Provides vapor seal for seams and edges of foil faced insulation + Exceptional adhesion in hot, moderate, and cold weather + Easily conforms to irregular surfaces and corners + UL 723 Listed + Available for toploading on truckloads of Thermaber products or LTL shipment + Available in a variety of widths Aluminum Foil and FSK Tapes are used in curtain wall buildings like these in New York City. The tapes work in conjunction with foil faced FireSpan™ Curtain Wall Insulation to create a vapor barrier for the building envelope. ™ FSK Tape is used to seal the edges of a mullion cover (FireSpan™ 90) prior to mechanically securing the mullion cover with Thermaber’s patented Impasse® Spiral Anchors.

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Thermafiber® Aluminum Foil & FSK Tape Product Options: THERMAFIBER Aluminum Foil and FSK Tapes are engineered to provide a vapor seal between curtain wall mullions and FSP faced FireSpan™ curtain wall insulation or other foil faced Thermafiber insulation products. Coated with a special cold weather, acrylic, pressure sensitive adhesive system that combines superior quick stick at normal temperatures with superior low temperature performance. Recommended for use down to -25° F as well as normal and very high temperatures. These are the ultimate in cold weather tapes. • Aluminum Foil Tape, 2 Mil,...

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