Selection guide

Cold / Cryogenic insulation

 APPLICATION
With cold insulation it is imperative to prevent moisture from entering the insulation system, as this will reduce the
system’s performance and in the event of freezing, could even disrupt the insulation. The greater the temperature
difference between ambient and process temperature, the greater the “pull” of moisture to the pipe/vessel surface, and
consequently, the greater the need for an effective and durable vapor barrier system.

 SOLUTION
STI Co., Ltd. provides total solutions to prevent the ingress of moisture into cold insulation systems operating at
temperatures down to –196 °C. STI Co., Ltd. vapor barriers offer total protection without any seams, overlaps or joints to
cause short- or long-term failures. This is especially important on bends, T-junctions, vessels, etc.

Sealant - All circumferential and longitudinal joints are sealed with a STI Co., Ltd. sealant or adhesive. In the case of
multiple insulation layers, usually only the outer layers are sealed.
Vapor Barrier - Over the outer insulation surface a STI Co., Ltd. vapor barrier mastic is applied in two layers, with a
reinforcement fabric wrapped in the first layer prior to application of the second layer. Often different
colors are used to ensure proper coverage. This STI Co., Ltd. protective covering is referred to as the
primary vapor barrier. In the case of multiple insulation layers, the inner insulation layer(s) is/ are
usually covered with a secondary vapor barrier i.e. Vapor Stop Foil (with Vapor Stop Tape to cover the
joints/ overlaps).
Insulation Endings/ Stops - In cryogenic insulation systems all insulation endings e.g. flanges and valves, are protected
with STI 9066 E.C Adhesive / Coating.
Metal Jacketing - Where metal jacketing is used over the insulation, the overlaps are sealed with a STI Co., Ltd. metal
sealant.

 TECHNICAL SUPPORT
This selection guide covers the best practice for most situations. If you need additional information please contact our
R&D Center. Based on our engineered solutions we can advise on specific details, application and engineering.
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 PRODUCTS SUMMARY
Product Solvent Water Service Product
STI Code
Name based based temp. (°C) Description

PRIMARY VAPOR BARRIER

6038/39 E.V.B Mastic ◈ -50 ~ 121 A tough, flexible, fire-resistive elastomeric finish
for protection of thermal insulation. It is also
6056/57 E.V.B Coating ◈ -50 ~ 121 used as a vapor barrier finish for fittings.

6090/91 F.E.V.B Mastic ◈ -50 ~ 121 A tough flexible fire-resistive elastomeric finish
for protection of outdoor thermal insulation. It is
an excellent vapor barrier for low temperature
6095/96 F.E.V.B Coating ◈ -50 ~ 121 insulation on tanks, pipe work, vessels,
ductwork, and fittings.
It is tough, durable, high solids vapor barrier
asphalt cutback mastic. Because of its low
6025 A.C Mastic ◈ -40 ~ 93 vapor permeance, it is an ideal surface coating
for low temperature insulation on outdoor
applications.
It is a tough, durable, high solids vapor barrier
and weather-coating for the protection of
thermal insulation in outdoor service. Its
excellent weather and fire resistance makes it
6505 F.R.A.C Mastic ◈ -40 ~ 121 suitable for use in place of conventional asphalt
cutback mastic. It is an ideal surface coating for
low temperature insulating applications where
the insulation used is not affected by mild
solvents.
It is a two part black elastomeric coating
designed for use in cryogenic and specific
E.C Adhesive / chemical resistance applications. It is suitable
9066 ◈ -196 ~ 121 for application to polyurethane foam, cellular
Coating
glass and fibrous glass insulations in
conjunction with aluminum, steel, wood and
masonry construction materials.
It is non-flammable when wet and has a mild
3090/91 W.V.B Mastic ◈ -40 ~ 121 latex “paint type” odor. It is designed for heavy
duty/industrial use over insulation on pipes,
vessels, ducts, and equipment operating below
3080/81 W.V.B Coating ◈ -40 ~ 121 ambient temperatures. It may also be used
indoors.
3500/01 W.G.P.B Mastic ◈ -40 ~ 121 It is fire-resistive and features ease of
application, non-flammability, non-toxicity, mild
4500/01 W.G.P.B Coating ◈ -40 ~ 121 odor, insulation compatibility, good package
stability, plus excellent outdoor durability.

SECONDARY VAPOR BARRIER

Secondary Vapor Barrier Foil. Multi-layer foil of
4000 S.V.B Foil - - -80 ~ 150 12/25/12 micron Pet/Aluminum/Pet foil. Joints
covered with Vapor Stop Tape.

SCRIM REINFORCEMENT

4200 S.G.C #10 - - 250 10Ⅹ10 fiber glass reinforcement scrim with
excellent dimensional stability.

4224 S.F.C Fabric - - 121 9Ⅹ8 polyester scrim with a PVA finish.
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SEALANT
It is a one component, elastomeric based
product used as a vapor barrier sealant in the
joints of cellular glass and urethane foam board
9550 B.V.B Sealant ◈ -196 ~ 93 stock insulations. It remains soft and flexible,
preventing damage to the insulation due to
thermal cycling through a wide range of
temperatures.
It is a fire resistive, flexible butyl elastomeric
based vapor barrier sealant. It is designed for
9544 E.V.B Sealant ◈ -196 ~ 150 sealing joints in insulation (except poly-styrene
foam), metal, and masonry wherever
maintenance of a water-tight and air-tight seal is
required.
It is a gray vapor barrier sealant designed for
use with rigid thermal insulation including
3045 V.B Sealant ◈ -80 ~ 150 polystyrene foam. It remains flexible and tough
in joints and will not shrink or crack during
repeated cycles of high and low temperatures.

ADHESIVE
It is a fast-setting, water- resistant adhesive for
sealing the laps of vapor barrier jackets. Also
used for bonding materials to a variety of
8575 W.R.S Adhesive ◈ - 196 ~ 93 surfaces in applications where immediate
adhesion and high initial adhesive strength are
required. Especially for bonding two
impermeable surfaces.
It is a quick-setting, non-flammable, fire-
resistive, synthetic elastomeric adhesive used
8520 Q.S Adhesive ◈ - 196 ~ 93 to adhere duct wrap, fibrous glass or mineral
wool insulations to galvanized steel and
aluminum air conditioning or hot air ducts,
where a fire-resistive dry film is required.
It is water based polyvinyl acetate emulsion
adhesive with typical quick-setting properties,
used extensively for adhering and sizing canvas
W.P.A.E and glass cloths, and other types of fabric
8142W ◈ - 40 ~ 93 covering over thermal insulation installed
Adhesive/Coating
indoors. It presents a neat white cleanable
finish, and will not change color with age.
Cotton fabrics shrink tight and smooth onto the
insulation.
It is a two-component, high-strength
thermosetting urethane adhesive containing no
8184 PU Adhesive ◈ -196 ~ 150 flammable solvents. It is designed to bond
various types of low-temperature insulation to
themselves and to metal and masonry
substrates.
It is a chemically-curing composition which
develops high tensile strength and adhesion, at
room temperature, to a variety of surfaces
8277 H.S.C Adhesive ◈ -196 ~ 121 including metal, wood, and masonry. It is
supplied at virtually 100% solids enabling
immediate bonding between non-porous
surfaces without solvent entrapment problems.

OTHER OPTION - ANTI ABRASION

3016 W.A.A Coating ◈ -196 ~ 121 Coating for cellular.

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