Pyrogel
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Description
A flexible Aerogel blanket insulation provides exceptional passive fire protection and superior thermal performance in an easy to install, lightweight format. I addition to maintaining a constant temperature, the Pyrogel is hydrophobic and breathable, thus allowing any covered material to maintain a constant environment even in moist, hot, or cold conditions. The flexible jacket are easily installed and jacketed. They are also reusable.
- Pyrogel XTF: passive fire protection blanket by Aspen Aerogels
- Pyrogel XT: high-temperature insulation blanket formed of silica aerogel and reinforced with a non-woven, glass-fiber batting by high-temperature insulation blanket formed of silica aerogel and reinforced with a non-woven, glass-fiber batting. Thermaxx Jackets]
Synonyms and Related Terms
Applications
- Fire prevention
- Thermal insulation
Risks
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Can withstand temperatures up to 1200C
- Very lightweight
Resources and Citations
- 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?
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerogel