Technical Specifications for Tripolymer Wall Insulation
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Tripolymer® Insulation?" The fact is you probably have, but let's face it; Foam Insulation
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Tripolymer® has been advertised extensively over the past 33 years on TV, on the Internet, and in
magazines, such as Popular Mechanics, Better Homes & Gardens, and numerous construction magazines and
trade journals.
Tripolymer® has also been demonstrated and used on the series, "This Old House", and various
other home improvement shows.
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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 Contributions 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.
For additional information, please contact C.P. Chemical.
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