PSA1517CWA is a 72mm x 45 Metre 30 Micron Cold Weather Aluminium Foil Duct Tape with high-strength foil tape carrying a patented cold weather adhesive system. This tape is a vapour sealing tape for foil-faced insulation products.
The patented adhesive system makes it ideal for bonding at low and high temperatures and in environments of high humidity. Consequently, this foil tape is constructed specifically for use in extreme environments. This tape has been field tested for applications in temperatures as low as -20°C and stable up to 120°C.
The fact this aluminium foil tape is ideal for extreme environments ensures secure, reliable bonding in all conditions. As well as being secure and reliable, this foil tape continues to self-cross-link after application. This self-cross-link means the bond strength increases over time and ensures secure and reliable splices.
Product Construction

Product uses:
This Cold Weather Aluminum Foil tape is ideal for the following uses:
- Adhesive reinforcement
- Air sealing
- Electrical insulation
- Electrical work
- Extreme environments
- Flashing
- Heat insulation
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
- HVAC sealing
- Pipe insulation
- Protection against heat, water, and dust
- Sealing off vapours in fibreglass duct board and sheet metal ducts
- The construction industry
- Weatherproofing
- Wrapping high-temperature sensitive materials such as insulation cables and insulation instruments
- Other similar applications
50mm x 50 Metre 30 Micron (1.2 mils) Cold Weather Aluminium Foil Tape in use – Customer Pictures of Applications Using this Aluminium Tape

Pictures: Martin Catford
Ideal for jobs requiring the following:
Moisture resistance
Our ‘cold start’ patented acrylic adhesive is solvent-based and resistant to Moisture. What this means to you is that it can be applied even in cold, damp conditions.
Chemical resistance
Our ‘cold start’ patented acrylic adhesive is solvent-based and resistant to chemicals when in situ.
Flame resistance
Our ‘cold start’ patented acrylic adhesive is solvent-based and flame resistant, being class ‘O’ Certified. This certification ensures that the tape provides an additional level of protection in high-risk areas where limited combustibility is required.
Thermal conductivity
Our ‘cold start’ foil range is ideal when heat reflectance and thermal conductivity are required. These products are specifically formulated to protect sensitive components in various applications.
Heat reflectance
Our ‘cold start’ acrylic foil tapes are perfect for heat shielding in demanding applications. In situ, the product will help shield components sensitive to heat.
Good in bad weather
The ultimate in all-weather tapes. This tape excels in demanding temperatures from -40°C to 120°C.
Main features of the 30 Micron Aluminum Foil Tape include:
Solvent based adhesive
As a result of this foil tape being a solvent-based adhesive, it provides immediate waterproofing protection after application, even before they have dried. The waterproofing of this foil tape ensures that rain hitting it after the application is not a significant concern.
This tape is not damaged by freezing temperatures and better adheres to porous surfaces.
Ready to use
No extra on-site additives are required to apply this tape.
Excellence adhesion to wood-based sheathings
Ideal for light commercial products where excellent adhesion is required.
Additional information
Storage:
This tape should ideally be stored at temperatures of 16°C to 25°C.
Please note:
This aluminium foil tape is unsuitable for attaching Polystyrene to Polystyrene or for use with mesh.
30 Micron Foil tape technical details
| Technical data | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 2.4 mils | 0.06 mm |
| Peel Adhesion | 35 oz/in | 9.7 N/25 mm |
| Shear Strength | >24 hrs @ 2.2 psi | >24 hrs @ 15.2 kPa |
| Tensile Strength | 30 lb/in | 136 N/25 mm |
| Elongation | 5% | 5% |
| Service Temperature | -40°F to 250°F | -40°C to 121°C |
| Roll Size | 2, 21?2, 3, 4 in x 60 yards | 48, 64, 72, 99 mm x 55 m |
Application guide
Surface preparation is paramount for achieving the required bond when using this pressure-sensitive adhesive. Read our Surface Preparation and Application Guide for more information on how to apply this foil tape.
Require the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for this foil tape?
If you require the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for this aluminium foil tape, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will be happy to send it to you.
Do you require a Certificate of Conformance and traceability?
If you require a Certificate of Conformance, please contact us after ordering (either by phone or email) and we will get this sent out to you with your order.













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