Thermal insulation cylinders and their use

Heat-insulating cylinders of steel have recently been used in public utilities and various industrial enterprises for thermal insulation of pipelines. Their size and production technology depend on the material used. Cylinders are made from materials such as:

• mineral wool;

• expanded polystyrene.

Produce two types:

• Like a pipe cut along. The length of each of them does not exceed 2 meters. The diameter varies from 18 to 160 millimeters.

• Of two parts that are mounted with an overlap offset for each other for higher tightness. They are produced with a length of 1.5 to 2 meters and a diameter of 32 to 530 millimeters.

Main characteristics of heat-insulating cylinders

Mineral wool heat-insulating cylinders are reliable in operation, easy to install and have a long service life.

The main characteristics of the cylinders are:

• high environmental safety during operation;

• long service life;

• resistance to various external factors;

• convenience when installing on the pipeline;

• the cost of acquiring and installing a cylinder is minimized, which allows you to save a budget.

Scope of heat-insulating cylinders

When comparing the specialists of all types of insulation, it was revealed that not everyone can withstand certain loads. So, for each application, the most suitable type of cylinder should be selected.

Thermal insulation cylinders made of polyethylene are recommended for use with small diameter pipes in enclosed spaces. This is due to the fact that this material quickly absorbs moisture, after which it becomes unusable.

Expanded polystyrene cylinders are the most versatile and popular heaters for pipelines. Polyurethane foam heat-insulating cylinders are a heater that differs from the rest in better quality. Such cylinders are resistant to rodents. They are best used for underground pipelines.

Advantages of the insulation cylinder

Thermal insulation cylinders have the following advantages:

• possess not only thermal, but also sound insulation;

• resistant to mechanical and chemical influences;

• good fire safety, resistance to ignition;

• good vapor barrier, contributing to the restoration of the properties of the cylinder after drying.

Due to a number of its advantages, thermal insulation cylinders are widely used in various fields.