{"product_id":"adhesive-aluminium-foil-tape-48mm-2-x-50m","title":"Aluminium Foil Tape 48mm x 50m – Seal Insulation Joins, Pipework \u0026 Ducting in Your Campervan","description":"\u003cp\u003eA roll of aluminium foil tape is one of those small things that makes a big difference to a professional-looking, properly finished van build. Use it to seal the joins in your insulation, lag your pipework and patch any nicks or tears, so you're left with a neat, continuous finish behind your lining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy use foil tape in your van?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're using foil-faced insulation, every join and cut edge is a gap. Taping the seams gives you a continuous reflective surface, helps keep warmth in during winter and heat out in summer, and stops your insulation lifting or peeling as you work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also handy for wrapping pipes and heater ducting, and for covering off any damaged areas of foil. It's flexible enough to mould around awkward corners and uneven surfaces, and the strong acrylic adhesive bonds to metal, wood, glass, plastics and foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e aluminium foil with a strong acrylic adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlame, water and UV resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent reflective surface\u003c\/strong\u003e for both heat and light\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonds well\u003c\/strong\u003e to metal, wood, glass, foam and plastics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it moulds to uneven surfaces and corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to tear and cut to length\u003c\/strong\u003e by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for indoor and outdoor use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoHS and REACH compliant, halogen free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoll size: 48mm x 50m\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColour: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Aluminium foil with paper release carrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdhesive: Acrylic emulsion based\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal thickness: 50 micron (0.05mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTensile strength: 12 N\/cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdhesion to steel: \u0026gt;4 N\/cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElongation: 10–20%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoll back tack: \u0026gt;3 (ball no.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTemperature rating: -15°C to +70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I get the best finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe the surface clean and dry first, then peel back the backing a little at a time as you go rather than exposing the whole length. Press down firmly and rub the edges flat with your fingers or a flat tool to remove air bubbles and activate the adhesive. Working in short sections stops the foil crinkling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere should I use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsulation seams, foil-faced panels, pipework and ducting are ideal. It's not a sealant, so it won't replace butyl tape or seam sealer on roof or bodywork joins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it near my heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tape is rated to +70°C, so keep it away from exhausts, flues and any part of a heater that runs hotter than that. It's fine on the cooler warm-air ducting runs, but check your heater's fitting instructions first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as HVAC tape?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. \"Foil tape\", \"aluminium tape\" and \"HVAC tape\" are all the same thing. This is the same tape used by heating and ventilation installers, just sold in a size that suits a van conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor most vans, one roll covers all your insulation seams and pipework with plenty to spare. Only tape the joins that need it, and there's no need to cover whole panels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiravans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57476460216700,"sku":"SILVER-TAPE","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/3011\/7685\/files\/SILVERTAPE.jpg?v=1789994063","url":"https:\/\/www.kiravans.co.uk\/products\/adhesive-aluminium-foil-tape-48mm-2-x-50m","provider":"Kiravans","version":"1.0","type":"link"}