Thermal insulation materials are designed to reduce the rate of heat transfer, helping to maintain a consistent temperature within a specific environment. These materials work by trapping air or gas within their structure, creating a barrier between different areas of differing temperatures. They are commonly used in building construction to improve energy efficiency by reducing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer. Examples of thermal insulation materials include fiberglass, mineral wool, cellulose, and foam insulation. These materials vary in their insulating properties, cost, and environmental impact. They are essential in various industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and many others for their heat resistance and energy-saving properties.
Property | Test Method | Specification |
Density/(g/cm3) | ASTM F1315 | 0.9~1.0 |
Tensile Strength/Mpa | ASTM F152 | ≥1.5 |
Compressibility/% | ASTM F36 | ≥10 |
Recovery/% | ASTM F36 | ≥20 |
Weight Loss on Ignition, 800℃@1hr /% | ASTM F495 | ≤20 |
Thermal Conductivity, @RT, W/m.K | ISO 8302 | 0.09 Typical Value |
Heat Resistance: Thermal insulation materials are designed to resist heat transfer, helping to maintain a consistent temperature within a specific environment.
Energy Efficiency: By reducing heat loss in cold weather and heat gain in warm weather, these materials can significantly improve energy efficiency, leading to reduced energy costs.
Versatility: There are various types of thermal insulation materials, including fiberglass, mineral wool, cellulose, and foam insulation, each suitable for different applications and environments.
Sound Insulation: Besides thermal insulation, some of these materials also provide sound insulation, reducing noise transmission between rooms or spaces.
Fire Resistance: Some thermal insulation materials are fire-resistant, adding an extra layer of safety in case of fire.
Environmental Impact: Many thermal insulation materials are made from recyclable or sustainable sources, making them an environmentally friendly choice.
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With a density range of 0.9 to 1.0 g/cm3, our TL-GR-01 material offers a lightweight solution without compromising on performance. It provides excellent thermal insulation properties, ensuring minimal heat transfer and maximizing energy efficiency.
The material's tensile strength of ≥1.5 Mpa guarantees durability and reliability in demanding applications. It can withstand high levels of compression, with a compressibility of ≥10%, ensuring a tight and secure fit in various equipment and machinery.
Our TL-GR-01 material also boasts excellent recovery properties, with a recovery rate of ≥20%. This ensures that the material maintains its original shape and sealing capabilities even after compression, providing long-lasting and effective insulation.
With a weight loss on ignition of ≤20% at 800℃ for 1 hour, our TL-GR-01 material exhibits excellent heat resistance and stability. It can withstand high temperatures without significant degradation, making it suitable for applications in environments with extreme heat.
The thermal conductivity of our TL-GR-01 material, measured at room temperature, is an impressive 0.09 W/m.K. This low thermal conductivity ensures minimal heat transfer, resulting in improved energy efficiency and reduced heat loss.
A good thermal insulator is a material that resists the flow of heat, meaning it has low thermal conductivity. Here are the key factors that make a material a good thermal insulator:
1. Low Density:
Fewer Atoms and Molecules per Unit Volume: Low-density materials, like foams, have fewer particles that can transfer heat. This reduces the amount of heat that can be conducted through the material.
2. Air or Gas Pockets:
Trapped Air: Many good insulators, like fiberglass and foam, have small pockets of air or gas trapped within them. Air is a poor conductor of heat because its molecules are spaced far apart, limiting the transfer of energy through collisions.
Gas Insulation: Some insulators use gases like argon or xenon, which have even lower thermal conductivity than air, enhancing their insulating properties.
3. Poor Conductive Pathways:
Irregular Structure: Materials with an irregular structure, like wool, cork, or styrofoam, have a complex internal structure that disrupts the flow of heat, making it difficult for thermal energy to move through.
4. Non-metallic Nature:
Lack of Free Electrons: Unlike metals, good insulators are usually non-metallic, meaning they lack free electrons that can easily transfer heat. Materials like wood, plastic, and ceramics are good examples.
5. Low Specific Heat Capacity:
Less Energy Required to Change Temperature: Some insulating materials have low specific heat capacities, meaning they require less energy to change their temperature. This reduces the overall heat transfer within the material.
6. Thermal Reflectivity:
Reflective Surfaces: Some insulators, like reflective foils, work by reflecting radiant heat away rather than absorbing it. This reduces heat transfer by radiation.
Examples of Good Thermal Insulators:
Air and Gases: Air, argon, and other gases.
Foams: Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam), polyurethane foam.
Fibrous Materials: Fiberglass, mineral wool, and cotton.
Ceramics and Glass: Porous ceramics, aerogels, and glass wool.
These properties combine to slow down the transfer of heat, making the material an effective thermal insulator.