Foil Tape
What’s the difference between HVAC tape backings?
Understand HVAC tape backings at a glance—foil, film, and cloth each offer different levels of flexibility, durability and environmental resistance, making the right choice critical for achieving reliable, code-compliant sealing in HVAC applications.
By: Lisa Zierfuss
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5 Tapes Every HVAC Contractor Needs in their Toolbox
January 22, 2018
Every true craftsman knows that it is essential to be prepared for everything the job might throw at them, and in the HVAC field, there is no limit to the unexpected. Different materials and environments demand the use of different types of tape, and coming unprepared to the job at hand can lead to tape…
How is tape used to seal reflective insulation on HVAC systems?
June 28, 2017
The ability of reflective insulation on HVAC ducts hinges on the effectiveness of the tape used to seal it. Installing reflective insulation to achieve a high R-value when it is used on HVAC ductwork involves taping 2-3 inch wide strips of reflective insulation around the circumference of the air duct along the length of the…
How is foil tape used in abatement jobs?
March 17, 2017
While typically thought of for use in HVAC jobs, foil tapes are also useful for abatement and restoration applications involving metal and sheet metal repair, such as sealing up ductwork after a hole has been cut into it to check for water damage after a fire or flood. UL Listing (code compliance) is the most…