Microfoil™.
Reflective Foil Insulation
MicroFoil reflective insulation is a thin, lightweight, 97% Radiant and 99.995% Vapor Barrier. R-14.4, faced with reinforced, high purity aluminum foil on both sides (foil x foil).
MicroFoil has our patented 1" self-taping foil flange running down one edge (48" and 72" widths only) with an additional 1" flange running down the opposite edge the entire length (16" and 24" rolls have staple flanges on both sidesfor inside joist/wall cavities).
#1 Reflective foil insulation to use under metal roofs, in attics, walls, and with radiant infloor heating systems. MicroFoil ™ is a clean, non-toxic, easy to install, self-taping radiant barrier that provides increased comfort, energy efficiency, and savings.
MicroFoil ™ effectively reflects a heat source as opposed to absorbing and dissipating it as fiber glass insulations do. This reflectivity works both ways: radiating summer heat outward and retaining winter heat inside.
The MicroFoil Advantage
Technical Data
Physical Properties- Rolls size
- 16" wide x 125' long
- 24" wide x 125' long
- 48" wide x 125' long
- 72" wide x 125' long
Available with foil /foil or foil/white sides for exposed areas
- Product Composition
- Core - ¼thick microfoam polypropylene
- Face - Reincorced SCRIM, high purity Aluminum foil
Weight - .86 ounce per sq. ft
Surface Emmissivity - .03
Flame Spread Index ASTM 84 - 20
Smoke Development ASTM 84 - 15
Fire Rating Spec 101 NFPA - Class A/ Class 1
Puncture Resistant ASTM D3420 - 90 psi
Tear ASTM D 1922 - 1.9-2.8
Water Vapor Transmission ASTM E 96 - .005 grains/hr.sq.ft
Water Absorption FTMS 101B Mehod 4035 - .0003 lbs/sqft
Fungus/ Mold Growth Mil E 8361A - NONE
Useable Temp - -150F to +280F
R- Heat Flow Resistance
- ASTM C 236 Hot box test
- Roof Downward - R 14.4
- Roof Upward - R 7.4
- Wall Horizontal - R 10.2
- Reflectivity - .97
Independent testing by US Testing Laboratories
When installed correctly, MicroFoil™ provides an excellent thermal and vapor barrier, greatly reducing condensation buildup.
- MicroFoil does not contain hazardous chemicals or harmful materials that cause itching or respiratory problems.
- Condensation control
- Scrim reinforced for strength and durability
- Lighter and easier to handle than other products
- Provide equal or better insulation properties when compared to 2-3" fiberglass. With airspace on both sides allows for optimum insulating value
- Tested to ASTM standards for thermal superiority and burn resistant - Flame spread Index: 0, Flame Development: 15
Product Feature |
MicroFoil |
Others |
R-Factor |
14.4 |
5.9 |
Easy to install |
Yes |
No |
Self-taping |
Yes |
No |
Aluminum foil |
Yes |
No |
Radiant barrier |
Yes |
Yes |
Scrim reinforced |
Yes |
No |
Puncture resistant |
90# per sq inch |
68# per sq inch |
Clean |
Yes |
Yes |
Non-toxic |
Yes |
Yes |
Lightweight |
Yes |
Yes |
Improved comfort |
Significant |
Some |
Fire Resistant |
YES |
BURNS EASILY |
Water Transmission |
NO .005 |
YES .02 |
Water Absortion |
.0003 |
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