K-FLEX TITAN
is a flexible, co-extruded jacketed composite insulation designed to provide high durability and weather resistance for outdoor piping systems. It combines a closed-cell elastomeric foam core with a factory-applied UV resistant polymeric jacket, eliminating the need for additional protective coatings.
Superior Weather Resistance
Provides excellent UV protection and resists damage from rain and extreme temperatures without the need for field-applied paint or cladding.
Mechanical Durability
The proprietary copolymer jacket protects against mechanical abuse, including incidental impacts or pulling onto pipework through a tight hole.
One-Step Installation
Designed for quick application, the material is highly flexible and can be “pushed, pulled, or yanked through walls” without tearing.
Extreme UV Resistance
Investing in K-FLEX ST AL CLAD leads to significant savings in the long term due to the once-off installation for outdoors and high traffic areas that carry impact risks.
Thermal Efficiency
Features a low thermal conductivity and an expanded closed-cell structure that inherently resists moisture vapor intrusion, preventing condensation and energy loss.
Meets US Code Compliance
Suitable for 2012–2021 IECC residential and commercial code requirements for outdoor exposure and carries an ASTM E84 25/50 fire rating (up to 1″ thickness).
Common Applications
- HVAC Linesets: Ideal for protecting outdoor refrigerant lines in residential and commercial systems.
- VRF Systems: Rated for continuous service temperatures up to 220°F (104°C) with spikes up to 250°F (121°C), meeting the requirements of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) specifications.
- Direct Burial: Can be used in direct burial applications if the lines are above the water table and installed within a PVC conduit to prevent compaction.
- Flexible Hose Protection: Used to enhance the weather and abuse resistance of various flexible hose applications.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Fire Rating: DL-s3, d0 [Euro Class 0]
- Temperature Range: Standard K-FLEX TITAN is rated from -70°F (-57°C) up to +230°F (+110°C).
- Vapor Permeability: The jacket material has a vapor permeance of ≤0.05 perms, acting as a Class I vapor retarder.
- UV Resistance: Successfully tested to 5,000 hours under ASTM G154 artificial aging with no deterioration to the surface condition.