Tripolymer Injection Foam Specifications
Tripolymer
® Injection Foam Insulation is a hybrid, belonging to one of the oldest groups of
synthetically-produced thermosetting compounds. Phenolics, as they are referred to, were first synthesized in
1907, in the form of Bakelite. Today, Phenolics are well known for their durability, structural integrity, and
extraordinary fire resistance. Phenolic materials are used extensively in electronics, automobiles, machine parts,
fire-proof coatings, waterproof adhesives, tools, jewelry and thousands of other commercial and household items.
When made into injection foam insulation, phenolics are one of the safest and most efficient thermal and acoustical insulation products available.
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Technical Data for Tripolymer Injection Foam Insulation
| Thickness |
ASTM Test Method |
Results |
| Fire Hour Rating |
ASTM E-119 |
2 Hours |
| Thermal Conductivity (1) |
ASTM C-177 |
|
| R, HR. Ft2 - °F/BTU |
|
|
| at 75 degrees mean |
|
4.8 |
| at 35 degrees mean |
|
4.8 |
| at 0 degrees mean |
|
5.1 |
| Surface Burning Characteristics |
ASTM E-84 |
|
| Flame Spread |
|
5 |
| Smoke Development |
|
0 |
| Fuel Contribution |
|
0 |
| Heat of Combustion |
ASTM D-240-73 |
6,435 btu per lb. |
| Corrosiveness |
DOE (e)(3) / HUD 6.2.8 |
No perforations
No pitting
Less than 0.05 g |
| Water Vapor Transmission |
ASTM C-355 |
|
| Perms in. |
|
15.9 – 16. 9 |
| Density |
ASTM D-1622 |
|
| Lbs./Ft.3 |
|
0.8-1.3 |
| Compression Strength |
ASTM D-1621 |
|
| Psi |
Proc A |
3.10 |
| Gel Time |
DDF (3)(8) / HUD 6.2.3 |
25 sec. |
| Fungi Resistance |
HUD Procedure |
No Growth |
| Toxicity |
FHSA |
Non-Toxic |
| Thickness |
At 35 degrees Mean Temp |
At 75 degrees Mean Temp |
| ¾” |
3.75 |
3.6 |
| 1” |
5.1 |
4.8 |
| 1-1/2” |
7.5 |
7.2 |
| 2” |
10 |
9.6 |
| 3-1/2” |
17.5 |
16.8 |
| 4” |
20 |
19.2 |
A. Manufacturing
Foam-in-place insulation shall be Tripolymer
® PRMIU or 105 manufactured by C.P. Chemical Company. Both
the A component (resin) and B component (catalyst) shall bear the manufacturing lot #, date and product descriptions
B. Material
The foam-in-place Tripolymer
® system shall consist of the A component (resin) and B component (catalyst) supplied by
C.P. Chemical. Thickness shall be in accordance with architectural drawings. The insulation shall have the following
physical properties:
- Density of.8 – 1.3 lb/ft.3
- Compressive strength Proc A 3-10 psi.
- Fire Characteristics ASTM E-84
Flame Spread 5
Smoke 0
Fuel Contribution 0
- Thermal Conductivity C-177. @74° F
K factor of 0.219 BTU in/hr – ft2 F
- Water Vapor Transmission ASTM C- 355
Permeability – perms-in 15.9 to 16.9
- Fire Hour Rating ASTM E- 119 – 2 Hrs.
C. Installation
Materials shall be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions through equipment manufactured by
C.P. Chemical and by a factory trained/certified insulation contractor with a current certification card.
Product Description
Tripolymer
® products are phenolic-based methylene linked synthetic polymers. They are made exclusively by
C.P. Chemical Company, Inc. The Tripolymer
® system
consists of two components: an aqueous resin solution (A) and foaming agent/catalysts (B). These materials
are ratioed together with compressed air in specially engineered metering and pumping equipment.
Installation
Tripolymer
® can be installed in any cavity through 1" – 2" holes or sprayed into new stud construction.
Initial set takes approximately 10 – 30 seconds. Final curing is within 48 – 72 hrs., depending upon thickness.
Tripolymer
® is a cold setting process independent of ambient temperatures. There is not further expansion once
the foam leaves the delivery hose.
Tripolymer
® is installed by C.P. Chemical's network of certified insulation applicators. Specially engineered equipment
have been designed by C.P. Chemical Company for the application of Tripolymer
® insulation and are required in the
installation of the foam.
Thermal Stability
There is no thermal degradation or reduction in R value over time with Tripolymer
® products . Most polyisocyanurates,
polyurethane, and expanded polystyrenes degrade over time, resulting in lower R values.
NOTE: Tripolymer
® is not a polyurethane, polyisocyanurate or expanded polystyrene product. It does not contain
any petrochemicals or fire retardant chemicals. Tripoylmer
®, when exposed to intensive heat or flame, does
not drip or produce smoke.
Limitations
This material should not be used against surfaces with temperature in excess of 212°F for prolonged periods of time.
The foam will not support compressive load nor should it be used for flotation, or underground without adequate protection.
Original Equipment Manufacturing
Tripolymer
® is an excellent product for continuous process manufacturing and original equipment manufacturing. Computerized
equipment for in-plant installations of Tripolymer
® is available. This equipment can be adapted for a number of OEW purposes.
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