FSK Foil Tape

• Tape Description

  Our premium FSK Tape features a highly engineered, multi-layered Foil/Scrim/Kraft backing that delivers exceptional vapor control and mechanical durability. Each layer of the foil scrim kraft laminate serves a distinct protective purpose:

  • Aluminum Foil Outer Layer: Acts as a highly reflective shield against heat and light, while serving as an impenetrable barrier against moisture, vapor, and environmental degradation.
  • Reinforced Scrim Mid-Layer: Embedded between the foil and the adhesive is a high-strength fiberglass scrim matrix. This reinforcement gives the tape incredible resistance to punctures and tearing, ensuring structural longevity in demanding environments.
  • Kraft Paper Base Layer: Adds necessary structural bulk and reinforces the entire composition, contributing directly to the tape’s overall thermal and acoustic insulation properties.

  To ensure an unbreakable bond, the tape utilizes advanced adhesive configurations. It features a high-performance acrylic adhesive designed to maintain a permanent, airtight seal over a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels. Additionally, options with a high-tack synthetic rubber adhesive provide an aggressive instant bond, allowing the tape to conform effortlessly to irregular shapes and bond reliably to diverse substrates even in challenging cold climates.

• Features & Benefits

  • Advanced Multi-Layer Barrier: Combines aluminum foil, scrim, and kraft paper to deliver a comprehensive vapor barrier that actively reflects heat, light, and resists UV radiation.
  • High-Strength Tear Resistance: The heavy-duty foil-scrim laminate backing provides excellent resistance to tearing and puncturing during installation and long-term service.
  • All-Weather Adhesive Performance: Formulated to offer an excellent level of adhesion at elevated operating temperatures, as well as dependable bonding on a wide variety of substrates in cold climates.
  • Instant Airtight Bonding: The high-tack adhesive formulation forms an immediate, secure bond to metals, fiberglass sheets, and common building materials.
  • Flexible & Conformable: The tape is highly flexible, allowing it to easily conform to irregular shapes, curved ductwork, and uneven insulation surfaces.

Applications

• • HVAC & Ventilation Systems: Coating, insulating, and closing air ducts within the air conditioning and ventilation sector.
  • Vapor & Moisture: ControlRecommended for use as a permanent water vapor seal on rigid sheet metal ducts and insulation face joints.
  • Insulation Joining: Serving as the structural union for fiberglass sheets, duct board joints, and mineral wool blankets.
  • Cold Storage Sealing: Providing a robust insulation and moisture seal for specialized cold rooms and refrigeration units.
  • General Maintenance: Ideal for heavy-duty patching, sealing, and fastening applications across various structural building substrates.

• Tpae Properties

  PROPERTIES	METRIC	ENGLISH	TEST METHOD
  Backing Thickness	50Micron	2.0Mil	PSTC-133 / ASTM D 3652
  Total Thickness	90 Micron	3.6Mil	PSTC-133 / ASTM D 3652
  Adhesion to Steel	15N/25mm	52.5 Oz./In.	PSTC-101 / ASTM D 3330
  Tack Rolling Ball	20cm	8.0In.	PSTC-6 / ASTM D 3121
  Tensile Strength	120 N/25mm	27.3Lb/In	PSTC-131 / ASTM D 3759
  Elongation	3.0%	3.0%	PSTC-131 / ASTM D 3759
  Service Temperature	-20℃ to +80℃	-4℉ to +176℉
  Applying Temperature	+10℃ to +40℃	+50℉ to +105℉

• Tape Roll Size

  Finish Roll:

  50mm x 50m	2” x 55yds
  75mm x 50m	3” x 55yds

  Log Roll:1200mm x 50m
  Jumbo Roll:1200mm x 900m

   

FAQ:

Q1: What does "FSK" stand for in FSK Foil Tape?
A: FSK stands for Foil, Scrim, and Kraft. It represents the three layers of the tape's backing: an aluminum foil outer layer for heat reflection and vapor protection, an embedded fiberglass scrim matrix for tear resistance, and a kraft paper base for structural bulk and thermal/acoustic insulation performance.

Q2: Can this aluminum foil tape be used in cold weather conditions?
A: Yes. The tape is engineered with a high-quality adhesive capable of bonding to a wide variety of substrates even in cold climates, while also maintaining its performance and high level of adhesion at elevated temperatures.

Q3: Is this tape puncture-resistant?
A: Yes. Thanks to the high-strength scrim reinforcement embedded between the foil and adhesive layers, the tape resists tearing and puncturing, making it highly reliable for maintaining strong seals in harsh construction environments.

Q4: How does FSK tape help optimize HVAC system efficiency?
A: It is designed to perfectly match the facing of fiberglass duct boards and blankets. By sealing joints seamlessly, it acts as a permanent vapor and thermal barrier, preventing air leaks and moisture ingress to maintain the maximum efficiency of the insulation system.