Pyrogel

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Silica Aerogel
Supedium Incredible Aerogel

Description

A flexible Aerogel blanket insulation provides exceptional passive fire protection and superior thermal performance in an easy to install, lightweight format.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Applications

  • Fire protection
  • Thermal and sound insulation
  • Thickener

Risks

Physical and Chemical Properties

  • Can withstand temperatures up to 1200C
  • Very lightweight

Working Properties

  • Cannot be fashioned into shaped covers inhouse; must be sewn to measurement by the factory
  • Constructed 3-layer mat is very heavy, dense and hard to fold

Resources and Citations

  • Aspen Aerogels: Pyrogel
  • Praestegaard L., G. Sorig Thomsen, K. Woer 'Before the Fire: Experiments on Fire-Protecting Cover Materials', Studies in Conservation, Vol. 68 (1), pp. 1-8, 2023.
  • Skanacid A/S: www.skanacid.dk
  • Aerogel: What is Aeogel?

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