Non-adhesive, high-bulk, glass fiber tape withstands intense heat and flame and sheds molten splash immediately.
Pyrotape® is a knitted, high-bulk, glass fiber tape, heavily coated with our proprietary compound of iron oxide red silicone rubber. The specially designed compound sheds molten metal splash immediately, so very little heat transfer occurs.
Pyrotape® can withstand repeated exposures to molten steel, molten aluminum, and molten glass, up to 3000°F (1650°C).
Pyrotape® withstands continuous exposure to 500°F (260°C), up to 2000°F (1090°C) for 15-20 minutes, and up to 3000°F (1650°C) for 15-30 seconds.
When exposed to flame, the silicone rubber transforms into a crust, creating a protective SiO2 refractory layer.
Pyrotape® has an excellent modulus of elasticity and can wrap any diameter hose or cable—typically in a spiral wrap with a 50% overlap. Can be installed without disconnecting hoses or cables.