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FIRSTFLEX Foam Tube

DESCRIPTION FIRSTFLEX Tube has everything you would want or expect from closed-cell pipe insulation – flexibility, moisture resistance, low thermal conductivity, and built-in vapor retarder. Plus, it’s made with a proprietary blend EPDM rubber that makes it uniquely durable when exposed to...

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DESCRIPTION

FIRSTFLEX Tube has everything you would want or expect from closed-cell pipe insulation – flexibility, moisture resistance, low thermal conductivity, and built-in vapor retarder. Plus, it’s made with a proprietary blend EPDM rubber that makes it uniquely durable when exposed to moisture and environmental stresses.

Wide range of sizes and thicknesses to meet energy codes and condensation control requirements.

KEY BENEFITS

• Efficient, low-thermal conductivity

• Long lasting – Excellent UV AND Moisture Resistance

• Indoor Advantage™ Gold Certified for low chemical emissions (VOCs)

• Environmental Product Declarations (EPD’s)

• Health Product Declarations (HPD’s)

• No CFCs, HFCs, HCFCs, PBDEs, formaldehyde, nitrosamine or fiber

APPLICATIONS

Pipe Insulation: Foam tubes are commonly used to insulate pipes in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They prevent heat loss or gain, reduce energy costs, and prevent pipes from freezing in cold weather.

Air Conditioning and HVAC Systems: Foam tubes are utilized for insulating refrigerant lines and HVAC ducts. Proper insulation ensures energy efficiency and prevents condensation, which can lead to damage over time.

Plumbing: Foam tubes can be applied to insulate plumbing pipes, both for hot and cold water lines. They help maintain water temperature and reduce the risk of pipes sweating.

Ductwork Insulation: Foam tubes are used to insulate joints and seams in HVAC ductwork. Insulating ducts improves energy efficiency by preventing heat loss or gain as air travels through the system.

Soundproofing: Foam tubes are used in soundproofing applications to dampen noise and vibrations. They can be installed around pipes and other structures to reduce the transmission of sound.

Cushioning and Padding: Foam tubes serve as excellent cushioning materials. They are used in packaging to protect fragile items during shipping and handling. They are also used in sports equipment, medical devices, and automotive applications for padding and protection.

Child Safety: Foam tubes, often referred to as edge guards or corner protectors, are used to cushion sharp edges and corners in homes and childcare facilities, providing safety for children.

Construction and Home Improvement: Foam tubes are used in construction and home improvement projects for various purposes, such as insulating gaps around windows and doors, providing cushioning in construction joints, and acting as weatherstripping.

Aquariums and Pools: Foam tubes are used as padding and insulation around the edges of aquariums and pools. They provide cushioning and prevent injuries when people or objects come into contact with the edges.

Automotive: Foam tubes are used in automotive applications for insulating wires and cables, providing cushioning in interior components, and dampening vibrations in various parts of the vehicle.

Industrial Applications: Foam tubes are used in various industrial applications where cushioning, insulation, or protective padding is needed, such as in conveyor systems and manufacturing equipment.