Features & Applications
Applications for the Tape
The most common applications for the aluminum foil tape include:
- sealing joints and seams of foil-faced insulation materials (UL 723 classified, CAN/ULC-S102)
- seaming foil faced insulation
- seaming FSK systems (Foil Scrim Kraft systems)
Features of the Tape
Features of the aluminum foil tape include:
- initial quick stick
- outstanding sealing and patching performance
- maximum conformability
- low MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate)
- mold resistant
- paper liner is easy to remove
- coated with a flame-retardant solvent acrylic adhesive
Tape Adhesive
The tape has an acrylic adhesive.
Weather Resistance
The aluminum foil tape is weather resistant:
- can be used indoors and outdoors
- superior stick at normal operating temperatures
- great performance at low temperatures
Tape Sizes
The aluminum foil tape is available in the following sizes:
- 2 inches by 50 yards / 48 mm x 46 m
- 3 inches by 50 yards / 72 mm x 46 m
Tape Colors
The aluminum foil tape is available in silver.
Who Uses the Tape
The tape is most commonly used by:
- insulation contractors
- HVAC contractors
- general contractors
- appliance contractors
- automotive shops
ECHOtape Part Number
The part number for this tape is MT-A7772.
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