Application instructions
Before applying, the surface must be free from oil, solvent, water and dust. For best product performance, apply the tape at room temperature between 15°C and 35°C.
Aluglass insulation tape
Scudoflex Aluglass Hot Melt Tape
Aluminium glass cloth tape with hot melt adhesiveHigh-strength aluminium glass cloth closing and sealing tape with high-performance hot melt adhesive for Scudoflex and Gladitor Building Products insulation systems.
Aluminum foil + Glass fiber cloth reinforcementBacking
-20 to +90°CTemperature range
30 ydStandard roll length
Product overview
Reliable closing and sealing for XLPE systems.
Scudoflex Aluglass Hot Melt Tape is a specialized high-performance tape featuring an aluminum-glass fiber cloth backing combined with an aggressive hot melt adhesive and protected by an easy-release silicone paper liner. Proudly brought to you by Gladitor Building Products, it provides exceptional reinforcement, excellent thermal reflection, and superior vapor barrier performance for demanding HVAC and industrial insulation applications.
Product benefits
Features
- Aluminum-glass fiber cloth backing provides a strong structural reinforcement and excellent reflection of both heat and light.
- High-performance hot melt adhesive ensures aggressive initial tack and permanent bonding strength.
- Low moisture vapor transmission rate offers an outstanding vapor barrier for insulation systems.
- Good weather fastness and high tensile strength designed for heavy-duty operational environments.
- Compatible with various substrates including fiberglass, mineral wool, aluminum, and metal surfaces.
Recommended use
Applications
- Recommended as a closing and sealing tape for Scudoflex and Gladitor Building Products insulation systems.
- Duct board joints and seams joining and sealing in industrial pipe thermal insulation.
- Laminating parts of air-conditioning and HVAC ducting systems.
- Joining foil-faced materials and rock wool insulation.
- General-purpose holding, patching, and sealing applications for indoor and outdoor use.
Technical data
Product specification
| Property | Unit | Specification | Test method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backing thickness | microns | 100 ± 5 | ASTM D3652 |
| Total thickness | microns | 140 ± 5 | ASTM D3652 |
| Adhesion to steel | g/inch | ≥ 1500 | ASTM D3330 |
| Tensile strength | N/inch² | ≥ 12000 | ASTM D3759 |
| Elongation at break | % | ≥ 5 | ASTM D3759 |
| Shear test | hours | ≥ 96 | ASTM D3654 |
| Roll ball tack | mm | ≤ 110 | ASTM D3121 |
| Temperature range | N/A | -20 to +90°C | — |
Construction
BackingAluminum foil + Glass fiber cloth reinforcement
AdhesiveHigh-performance hot melt adhesive
ColourShiny silver
LinerWhite release paper
Standard sizes
| Width (mm) | Length (yd) | Rolls / box |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | 30 | 24 |
| 72 | 30 | 16 |
| 96 | 30 | 12 |
Product document
Technical datasheet
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Storage
Store under normal room temperature and 50% RH in the original packaging.
Product expiry
Use within 12 months from the date of manufacturing.
Technical note
The values shown are results of standard laboratory tests and are subject to variation. Users should determine the suitability of the product for its intended purpose.