K-FLEX Bituminous Conglomerate Tape
Premium Bituminous Sealing Tape for Outdoor Insulation
K-FLEX Bituminous Conglomerate Tape is a heavy-duty self-adhesive bituminous tape engineered for demanding outdoor and underground pipe insulation applications. This professional-grade tape provides exceptional insulation, weatherproofing, and mechanical resistance, making it ideal for protecting pipe systems in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and plumbing installations.
Primary Applications
- Pipe insulation and condensation prevention – Essential for pipes, fittings, and tubing in HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing systems
- Outdoor pipe insulation protection – Weatherproofing layer for exposed elastomeric insulation systems
- Underground pipework – Protects insulation from moisture, soil contact, and mechanical damage
- Multi-layer applications – Self-adhesive to itself, allowing multiple layers without additional fasteners or adhesives
Composition & Construction
Polymer-based material containing butyl rubber, asphalt, and granulated cork (55% by volume). Contains no fibres. Black colour with a grainy, rubber-like consistency.
Key Features
- Self-adhesive – Adheres to most clean, dry surfaces and to itself without additional gluing
- Soft and pliable – Easily molded around fittings and connections
- UV resistant – Retains flexibility and adhesion after prolonged UV exposure
- Wide temperature range – Service temperature from -30°C to +100°C
- Durable construction – Specific weight 0.99 ± 0.05 g/cm³, tensile yield 2,688 bar
- Indefinite shelf life – When stored under normal warehouse conditions
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Width | 50 mm |
| Length | 9 m or 15 m |
| Service Temperature | -30°C to +100°C |
| Colour | Black (ASTM D1729) |
| Specific Weight | 0.99 ± 0.05 g/cm³ (ASTM D297) |
| Solids Content | >99% by weight (ASTM C771) |
| Tensile Yield | 2,688 bar (ASTM C907) |
| Elongation to Break | >2 inches (TP-019) |
Ideal for mechanical contractors, HVAC installers, and maintenance professionals working with outdoor, underground, and demanding pipe insulation systems.
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