o talk with a vari-
ety of our customers. These
discussions have been help-
ful in creating this brochure.
Included you will find an
installation guide, a simpli-
fied source of technical infor-
mation, and an idea resource with creative uses for Reflectix
®
.
Our goal is to inform consumers of the cost saving advantages
of using Reflectix
®
. To our customers, we say
Thank you!
and
to our new customers we say
Welcome!
We invite you to
explore this brochure and consider the many benefits that are
available to you as a Reflectix
®
user.
As always, we look forward to hearing from you. Your ques-
tions and comments are our best measure of success in serving
you!
Your friends at Reflectix
Over the years, Reflectix has collected and continues to col-
lect test data on the more popular applications using our insu-
lation products. This brochure is the culmination of that
research. On the following pages, we will discuss many of these
applications in detail including their R-values, additional ben-
efits and installation procedures.
Through the use of independent certified labs and govern-
ment approved laboratories, Reflectix conducted tests on com-
plete wall, floor, pipe and duct assemblies insulated with
Reflectix
®
. These tests have enabled us to provide you with the
most accurate and useful information possible on thermal per-
formance and system R-values.
System R-values report the thermal resistance of complete
assemblies, including insulation, studs, floor joists, furring
strips and any other building materials a particular application
may involve.
If you have questions on a specific application, call our toll
free number today, 1-800-879-3645 or visit our website at
www.reflectixinc.com.
REFLECTIX
®
INSULATION.
IT WORKS! ITS JUST THAT SIMPLE.
1
S A F E T Y T I P S
From All at Reflectix
®
Reflectix
®
Insulation is an ENERGY STAR qualified
product as a part of EPA's Home Sealing effort. ALWAYS
CHECK LOCAL BUILDING
CODES BEFORE INSTALLING REFLECTIX
®
. ALWAYS
USE EYE PROTECTION WHEN
USING STAPLE GUNS OR SCREW GUNS. ALWAYS
EXERCISE CAUTION AROUND
ELECTRICITY. ALWAYS
CHECK THE AREA YOU ARE
INSULATING AND MAKE ANY NEEDED
REPAIRS BEFORE BEGINNING. ANY
WORN WIRING SHOULD BE REPLACED
BEFORE INSTALLING REFLECTIX
®
. REFLECTIX
®
WAS DESIGNED TO WORK
BEST WHEN AN AIRSPACE OF 1/2 TO
3/4 HAS BEEN USED. MAKE SURE WORK AREA IS WELL VENTI-
LATED AND WELL LIGHTED. WHEN WORKING WITH REFLECTIX
®
PRODUCTS OUTDOORS, WEAR SUN
GLASSES. BE CAREFUL WHEN WORKING WITH
LARGE PIECES OF REFLECTIX
®
ON WINDY
DAYS. DO NOT WORK IN AREAS OF A BUILD-
ING, SUCH AS THE ATTIC, WHEN
TEMPERATURES ARE TOO HOT. Reflectix
®
is a technologically
advanced insulation material
ideal for the heating, cooling
and refrigeration industry.
Our products are recognized
for thermal performance,
easy installation, versatility
and environmental friendli-
ness. Reflectix
®
is an innova-
tive and unique product that has met the insulating demands of
homeowners, contractors and specifiers for over two decades.
Reflectix
®
utilizes reflective technology and offers a number of
remarkable advantages over traditional insulations.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Radiant heat, the major source of heat flow, is energy in the
form of infrared waves. It travels at the speed of light, even
through a vacuum, and is either transmitted through, absorbed
into, or reflected by any material it contacts. Air, water and
glass, for example, transmit visible light in varying degrees. A
white surface, such as snow, reflects it; and a black surface
absorbs it. Reflectix
®
Insulation reflects up to 97% of the radi-
ant energy striking its surface.
Conduction - Heat flow through material:
By passing from
molecule to neighboring molecule, heat can move through one
solid object to another, providing the two are touching. The
denser the material, the more conductive it is.
Convection - Heat flow via air movement:
Air motion can carry
heat from warmer surfaces to cooler ones. As air warms, it
expands, becomes lighter and rises. After it gives off to cooler
surfaces, the air cools, condenses, becomes dense and falls.
This occurs when there is enough room for the air to form con-
vective currents.
Radiation - Heat transfer via infrared waves, referred to as
radiant energy:
Like light, heat is transmitted by electromag-
netic wave motion. This is radiation. Heat can jump from warm
objects to cooler ones without heating the air between.
All About Reflectix
®
Insulation
2
WHAT ABOUT R-VALUES?
Most insulation companies do not test
beyond a product R-value, which is the
thermal resistance of the product only. For
a reflective insulation to be most effective, it
must be installed with airspaces. The thermal value of
the insulation system will vary depending on the size of the air-
spaces and the direction of heat flow. This is why with one basic
product, we can achieve several different R-values. The system
R-values provide you with a more accurate performance report
of our product.
Reflectix
®
also has an extensive bank of testing for fire safe-
ty, vapor transmission, mold and mildew resistance, emittance
and smoke density, along with a full line of physical properties
tests. Our products and applications have been evaluated by an
impressive and ever growing list of agencies including: BOCA,
ICBO, SBCCI, CCMC,* and the states of California, Wisconsin,
and Minnesota.
* BOCA: Building Officials and Code Administrators; ICBO: International Conference
of Building Officials; SBCCI: Southern Building Code Congress International; CCMC:
Canadian Construction Materials Centre
PRODUCT FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Reflectix
®
is a 5/16 thick, seven layer, reflective insulation
which is available in rolls of various widths and lengths. Two
outer layers of aluminum foil reflect 97% of radiant energy.
Each layer of foil is bonded to a tough layer of polyethylene for
strength. Two inner layers of insulating bubbles resist conduc-
tive heat flow, while a center layer of polyethylene gives
Reflectix
®
high reliability and strength. Some variations of the
product are used - staple tab and material backed with white
polyethylene are used to better suit chosen applications.
Non-toxic/non-carcinogenic Fiber free
Energy efficient
Reduce heating/cooling cost
Reflects 97% radiant heat
Environmentally safe
Vapor/radon retarder
Costs less to install
Lightweight and clean
Not affected by moisture and
No nesting characteristics
humidity
for birds/insects/rodents
Resists growth of fungi,
No need for protective
mold and mildew
garments or respirators
Permanent and
when installing
maintenance free
QS 9000 & ISO 9001 certified
manufacturing location
R-16.8 ?
R-16.8 ?
R-6.0?
T H E I N S U L A T I O N F O R A L L S E A S O N S ! 3
Plumbing/HVAC Ducts and Pipes
DUCT INSULATION - R-6
Energy costs can be greatly reduced by wrapping ducts with
Reflectix
®
virtually eliminating unnecessary heat loss, gain and
air leakage. Reflectix
®
helps to ensure consistent temperatures.
1)
Before installing Reflectix
®
, make sure all joints in sheet
metal ductwork are tightly sealed.
2)
Secure spacers every 24 to 36 around ducting, fastening
the spacers with UL181 approved HVAC foil tape. This will
provide the necessary air space for the most effective use of
Reflectix
®
. Reflectix
®
spacer product is recommended.
3)
Reflectix
®
Standard Edge material can then be cut to the
proper size and wrapped around the duct.
4)
Tape all seams with UL181 approved HVAC foil tape.
Note: In humid regions, Reflectix recommends wrapping the
duct with spacer strips before applying the insulation.
SPIRAL DUCT INSULATION - R-4
1)
Simply spiral around the duct, overlapping 1 as you go. Do
not leave any open air space or exposed duct.
2)
Fasten each end of Reflectix
®
to the duct using UL181
approved HVAC foil tape.
LINEAR PIPE WRAP - R-4
To help reduce condensation on cold pipes and heat loss on
hot pipes, wrap them with Reflectix
®
Insulation.
1)
Cut a length of pipe wrap from the roll that will be easy to
handle in your working area. Place the white side of the
insulation next to the pipe.
2)
Pre-shape the insulation by wrapping it around the pipe.
This will make the taping easier and help to form a better
seal.
3)
Remove the protective backing from the tape and overlap
the edge so it just covers the tape area. On small pipes this
will produce a loose fit and on larger pipes, a snug fit.
Insulation value is not affected by a loose or tight fit.
SPIRAL PIPE WRAP - R-4
1)
Simply spiral Reflectix
®
Pipe Wrap around your pipes, over-
lapping 1/2 as you go.
2)
Securely tape with UL181 approved HVAC foil tape around
each end of your wrapped product. This procedure provides
an air space that will aid the insulation value. Do not leave
any exposed pipe or space where air can enter between the
pipe and the wrap.
OUTDOOR DUCT INSULATION - R-6
Install Reflectix
®
Outdoor Duct Insulation on the exterior of
rectangular or round sheet metal ducts and spaces, or surfaces
where temperature and condensation must be controlled.
Reflectix
®
Outdoor Duct Insulation will save on labor expenses.
The insulation conforms to duct surface easily for faster instal-
lation.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCT:
DOUBLE BUBBLE STANDARD EDGE (HVBP)
Shown below:
A Rectangular Duct with a
Saddle Hanger
Shown below:
A Round Duct with a Wire or
Strap Hanger 4
RECOMMENDED PRODUCT:
DOUBLE BUBBLE (HV3DL)
Reflectix
®
Duct Liner is used to
insulate rectangular and round
heating, ventilating and air condi-
tioning ductwork. Reflectix
®
provides
acoustical and thermal efficiency
that reduces