can this be used with foam tube insulation?
139485
Yes. I have it hooked up under foam tube insulation. Keeps my water hose from freezing in the winter. Doesn't really get hot, just slightly above freezing.
139486
Yes, put the heat tape on first, then cover with the foam tube. I used that setup for years at our first home.
161401
Yes. The way I use all mine is to wrap an indoor outdoor temp sensor right in there with the heat tape. Then spray that foam insulation all around the set up. The sensor tells you what the temp is & I was pleasantly surprized at how much heat these things put out when you insulate them. Well above freezing.
404297
We would recommend closed cell foam for that application because closed cell is a vapor barrier as well as an air barrier. I would recommend the 600FR kit.
1978590
The directs say the following, " It is recommended that spray-foam insulation be used to cover all tank heaters after installation. ....... other types of insulation may be used as long as edges are securely taped to keep out moisture."
422529
That would probably work. The more insulation the better. I would use some kind of reflective like it type material for maximum heat. Good luck.
84009
really.....this 'magic' foam has a good use to insulate gaps where water or dirt cannot penetrate. You should immediately get advise from a licensed HVAC technician
180294
I bought this for the exact same purpose. and the answer is 'no'. You can't get it to stay close enough to the tub and the heat it produces is not suitable for under tank warmth ie the cable is thin and the heat localized .also the cable is only heated for a relatively short portion of its entire length. I ended up using heat tape with good results.
2150563
If u cant order one from the manufacturer, then i would fill the tube top with great stuff. It will "foam out" - simply trim off the excess for a water tite seal.
2141098
Having used this product I would say no, they would not stretch to that extent. I believe the ends would split and eventually the split would extend the length of the foam tube. I would search plumbing/refrigeration foam for that diameter or a supplier like McMaster Carr to get other ideas for covering the pole. Maybe butyl rubber tubing?
1679379
As long as the tube fits snugly through what you rig up, and there's good insulation around the edges to seal out the outside air, There's no reason it couldn't work.
1401720
I wouldn't suggest it. The container is only single wall plastic. No insulation around it at all
511497
I would check with the manufacturer to be safe, but I'm sure it wouldn't mess up the composition/effectiveness of the foam.
1222458
I would think so. Even the whole tube probably wouldn't cause trouble--but I would check with the manufacturer before I did that.
2188735
Yes to both. I recommend getting foam pipe insulation for the frame tubes and securing things in place with a few zip ties for added peace of mind.
1056200
I guess you could, but it would be overkill, very messy and alot of fumes. You might want to try expanding foam first
1091141
Sorry I have never used it for that, but I really don't think it would work. It is designed for fabric and works very well for that. I also used it to cut interfacing, and batting. Never have tried foam though.
952202
I believe it would. Spray it on and then hose off the foam. It will foam up and carry away the things plugging the radiator. It is an acid so wear gloves and eye protection. Make sure to have good ventilation when using