- Lightweight
- Hard exterior
- High heat resistant composite material
Specifications
The specifications of the Hard-Coat Insulation are as follows:
Applications
- Elbows
- Turbochargers
- Exhaust Tubing
- Exhaust Manifolds
Industries
- Aerospace
- Marine
- Defense
- Mining
Advantages
- Non flammable
- High temperature performance: Suitable for engine compartment components needing long-term exposure to high temperatures.
- Protects personnel from burns
- Long locating and more durable than removable insulation blankets - not prone to tearing, does not become brittle over time
- Conforms tightly to part
- Prevents fluids from igniting on hot engine and exhaust parts
- Can be used in limited space applications
- Lowers ambient temperature - cooler engine compartment, less heat stress on operators and maintenance personnel
Performance Data
Based on independent field testing. Exhaust temperature 1072 ºF (578 ºC). CAT C6.6 Engine
| Part |
Measured Temperature |
| Turbo Flange (Casting) - Uncovered |
600 ºF (315 ºC) |
| Turbo Insulated With Firwin HC |
120 ºF (48 ºC) to 250 ºF (121 ºC) |
| Manifold Insulated With Firwin HC |
135 ºF [57 ºC) to 250 ºF (121 ºC) |
