HVAC INSULATION

MICROLITE® FSK
FSK-FACED FORMALDEHYDE-FREE TM FIBERGLASS DUCT WRAP

DATA SHEET

DESCRIPTION
Microlite® FSK Formaldehyde-free™ duct wrap insulation is a lightweight, highly
resilient, blanket-type thermal insulation. The insulation blanket is manufactured
from rotary-process fiberglass bonded with a formaldehyde-free resin.

AVAILABLE FORMS
Microlite Formaldehyde-free™ insulation is available in a variety of densities,
thicknesses and roll lengths. It is supplied with an FSK (foil-scrim-kraft) vapor barrier
facing to meet installed performance requirements, with a 2" (51 mm) stapling tab.
Microlite FSK is 48” (1219mm) wide.

USES
Microlite insulation is recommended as thermal insulation for the exterior of HVAC
systems or other spaces or surfaces where temperature control is required.

LIMITATIONS
Microlite FSK duct wrap is not recommended for use on duct systems in service
at temperatures above 250°F (121°C). It should not be used in weather-exposed SURFACE BURNING CHARACTERISTICS
applications without proper protection. Microlite insulation meets the Surface Burning Characteristics and Limited
Combustibility of the following standards:
STORAGE Standard/Test Method
Microlite FSK duct wrap should be kept clean and dry during storage, transport, • ASTM E84 Maximum Flame Spread Index 25
installation, and system operation. • UL 723 Maximum Smoke Developed Index 50
• NFPA 90A and 90B
FACING INFORMATION • UL Guide No. 40 U8.3. Card R3711
FSK Aluminum Foil • CAN/ULC S102
Reinforced with fiber glass scrim laminated to UL-rated kraft. Note: Faced materials are tested as composite products (insulation, adhesive and facing).
Permeance: 0.02 perms*
*Per ASTM E96, Procedure A for facing material prior to lamination. After lamination, permeance SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE
values may be higher. ASTM C1290 Type 75, 100, & 150
ASTM C553*
GENERAL PROPERTIES Type I, Type II Type 75 & 100
Temperature (max.) – ASTM C411 250°F (121°C) Type I, Type II, Type III Type 150
For faced material: 250°F (121°C) maximum temperature.
*
Water vapor sorption – ASTM C1104 <5% by weight
Corrosivity with steel – ASTM C665 Does not accelerate ASTM C1136s†
Fungi resistance – ASTM C1338 Does not breed or promote Type II FSK Facing
Replaces HH-B-100B, Type II.
†

Canada: CGSB 51-GP-11M

STANDARD THICKNESSES AND PACKAGING NYC MEA 40-75-M
100’ Roll 75’ Roll 50’ Roll 45’ Roll 35’ Roll 30’ Roll
(31 m) (23 m) (15 m) (13.7 m) (10.6 m) (9.14 m) SUSTAINABLE BUILDING CERTIFICATIONS
Type Thickness, in (mm) GREENGUARD® Certified
GREENGUARD® GOLD Certified
75 1 (24)*, 1 1/2 (38) 2 (51), 2⅕ 3 (76), 4 2­/5 5 3/4 (146) 7 (178)
FORMALDEHYDE FREE Validated
(56) (112)
GREENGUARD® Certified products have
100 1 1/2 (38) 2 (51) _ been screened for more than 10,000 vola-
tile organic compounds (VOCs) and meet
150 _ 1 1/2 (38) 2 (51) stringent standards for low chemical emis-
sions based on established criteria from key
*1” for Canadian use only public health agencies. This product is also
Note: Additional thicknesses, widths and other lengths available on special order. Contact Regional Sales Office a UL Validated Formaldehyde-Free product,
for availability.
meeting recommendations established by
the California Air Resources Board and the
RECYCLED CONTENT EPA to use building materials and insulation
made without formaldehyde.

AVERAGE 26% RECYCLED CONTENT

POST-CONSUMER

HVAC-448 08/19/22 (Replaces 05/01/22)

 HVAC INSULATION

MICROLITE® FSK
FSK-FACED FORMALDEHYDE-FREE TM FIBERGLASS DUCT WRAP

DATA SHEET
APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
The R-value will vary depending upon how much the insulation is compressed Insulation for Metal Ducts. All ducts shall be insulated on the outside with a
during installation. To obtain the published installed R-values, the insulation stretch- Formaldehyde-free™, flexible glass fiber blanket. Microlite Formaldehyde-free™
out should be determined using the following table: fiber glass duct wrap insulation should have a minimum installed R-value* of
_______, and a Type_____ facing. Insulation shall be furnished with a factory-
Duct Wrap Stretch-outs applied facing with a composite UL FHC rating of 25/50.
Installed *The minimum insulation installed R-value should be determined in accordance to the duct
operating and ambient conditions.
Labeled Compressed
Thick. (in) Thickness (in) Round Square Rectangular
1 0.75 P+ 7.0" P+ 6.0" P+ 5.0" THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY (ASTM C518)
1½ 1.125 P+ 9.5" P+ 8.0" P+ 7.0" k* k
2 1.50 P+ 12.0" P+ 10.0" P+ 8.0" Compressed Thickness Labeled Thickness
2⅕ 1.65 P+ 13.0" P+ 11.0" P+ 8.5" Type Btu•in/(hr•ft2•°F) W/m•°C Btu•in/(hr•ft2•°F) W/m•°C
3 2.25 P+ 17.0" P+ 14.5" P+ 11.5"
75 0.27 0.039 0.29 0.042
42­/5 3.30 P+ 24.5” P+ 21.0” P+ 19.0”
5 3/4 4.31 P+ 30.0” P+ 27.0” P+ 25.0” 100 0.25 0.036 0.27 0.039
7 5.25 P+ 36.0” P+ 33.0” P+ 31.0” 150 0.24 0.035 0.25 0.036
Conductivity at 75°F (24°C) mean temperature.
Stretch-outs include 2" (51 mm) for overlap. P = perimeter of duct to be insulated.
*Tested with material thickness compressed 25%.
Prepare overlap by removing approximately 2" (51 mm) of insulation from facing.
Stretch-out
Dimension

INSTALLED R-VALUES
Labeled
Thickness Installed “R”** Out-of-Package “R”
2" (51 mm) Type in mm (hr•ft2•°F)/Btu m2•°C/W (hr•ft2•°F)/Btu m2•°C/W
Overlap Type 75 - 0.75 pcf (12kg/m3)
Before applying duct wrap, sheet metal duct shall be clean, dry and tightly sealed 75 1 25 3.0 0.53 3.8 .67
at all joints and seams. 1½ 38 4.2 0.74 5.2 0.92
2 51 5.6 0.99 6.9 1.22
Wrap insulation around duct with facing to the outside so the 2" (51 mm) flap 2 ⅕ 56 6.0 1.08 7.5 1.33
completely overlaps facing and insulation at the other end of stretch-out. Insulation 3 76 8.3 1.46 10.3 1.81
shall be snugly butted. 42­/5 112 12.0 2.16 15.0 2.66
5 3/4 146 16.0 2.82 20.0 3.52
Secure seams with outward clinching staples placed approximately 6” (152mm) on 7 178 19.0 3.35 23.0 4.05
center or tape tabs of 8” or longer. If required, seal seam with pressure-sensitive
Type 100 - 1.00 pcf (16kg/m3)
tape designed for use with duct insulation. Insulation on the underside of ducts
100 1½ 38 4.5 0.79 5.6 0.99
spanning 24" (610 mm) or greater shall be secured with mechanical fasteners and
speed clips spaced approximately 18" (457 mm) on center. Fasteners should be 2 51 6.0 1.06 7.4 1.30
cut off flush after the speed clips are installed, and when required, sealed with the Type 150 - 1.5 pcf (24kg/m3)
same tape as specified above. 150 1½ 38 4.7 0.83 6.0 1.06
2 51 6.3 1.11 8.0 1.41
Adjacent sections of duct wrap insulation shall be snugly butted with the **Installed R-value calculated with a material thickness compressed to a maximum of
circumferential 2" (51 mm) tape flap overlapping and secured as recommended for 25% following recommended duct wrap stretch-outs.
the longitudinal seam. When a vapor seal is required, two coats of vapor retarder
mastic reinforced with one layer of 4" (102 mm) wide, open-weave glass fabric may
be used in lieu of pressure-sensitive tape.

North American Sales Offices, Technical specifications as shown in this literature are intended to be used as general
Insulation Systems guidelines only. Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet and product label prior to using this
product. The physical and chemical properties of Microlite FSK listed herein represent
Eastern Region & Canada typical, average values obtained in accordance with accepted test methods and are
P.O. Box 158 subject to normal manufacturing variations. They are supplied as a technical service
Defiance, OH 43512 and are subject to change without notice. Any references to numerical flame spread or
717 17th St. smoke developed ratings are not intended to reflect hazards presented by these or any
800-334-2399 other materials under actual fire conditions.
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