Microporous Insulation Shapes
| Color: | Grey |
|---|---|
| Classification Temperature: | 950℃ |
| Typical Density: | ~320kg/cm3 |
| Compression Strength (10% deformation): | ≥0.3MPa |
| Shrinkage, full soak @ (°C*12h): | ≤2 %(950) |
| Shrinkage, one side @ (°C*12h): | ≤0.5 %(950) |
Brief of Microporous Insulation Shapes
Microporous Insulation Shapes are advanced insulation solutions specifically designed for applications where standard insulation falls short. These shapes excel in complex, geometrically challenging spaces that require both precision and tailored insulation. Engineered to offer an exact fit, they ensure maximum thermal efficiency and comprehensive coverage, even in the most intricate configurations.
Manufactured with high-quality microporous materials, these shapes significantly reduce heat loss, providing optimal insulation performance. Each shape can be customized according to specific requirements and is meticulously crafted to match custom drawings, making them ideal for use in industries like aerospace, power generation, and high-temperature manufacturing.

- Technical Parameters
| Grade | Unit | MIP-Shape | MIP-Granule | |
| Color | Grey | Grey | ||
| Classification Temperature | ℃ | 950 | 950 | |
| Main Composition | SiO2 SiC | SiO2 SiC | ||
| Typical Density | kg/cm3 | ~320 | ~250 | |
| Compression Strength (10% deformation) | MPa | ≥0.3 | ||
| Shrinkage, full soak @ (°C*12h) | % | ≤2 (950) | ≤2 (950) | |
| Shrinkage, one side @ (°C*12h) | % | ≤0.5 (950) | ||
| Thermal Conductivity | 200℃ | W/m.K | 0.025 | 0.027 |
| 400℃ | 0.031 | 0.035 | ||
| 600℃ | 0.037 | 0.049 | ||
| 800℃ | 0.042 | 0.068 | ||
Application of Microporous Insulation Shapes
Steel and Metallurgy: Ideal for ladles, tundishes, and reheat furnaces, where consistent insulation reduces heat loss and improves energy efficiency.
Glass Manufacturing: Widely applied in feeder kit, channel, melting tanks, regenerators, and annealing lehrs, where high thermal efficiency and stability are critical.
Aluminum Processing: Used in holding and melting furnaces, microporous boards enhance heat retention, optimizing energy use and reducing operational costs.
Cement Industry: Essential for rotary kilns, preheaters, and coolers, helping to maintain controlled temperatures and improve kiln efficiency.
Petrochemical and Power Generation: Commonly used in reactors, reformers, and power station boilers to ensure stable insulation in highly reactive and high-temperature processes.


Key Features of Microporous Insulation Shapes
Custom Precision Fit: Microporous shapes are engineered to exact specifications, ensuring a seamless fit in complex geometrical spaces where traditional insulation may fall short.
Adaptable to Irregular Spaces: Designed to effortlessly fill gaps and uneven surfaces, microporous granules provide thorough insulation coverage for optimized thermal control.
Consistent Performance in Demanding Applications: Crafted for specialized insulation needs, these materials uphold structural integrity and insulation quality even under rigorous conditions.
Lightweight & Space-Efficient: With a low-density structure, these insulation products are easy to install, offering effective thermal protection without adding excess weight or bulk.
What makes Microporous Panel Thermal Conductivity Lower Than Still Air?
Microporous insulation products leverage their unique nanoporous structure and the synergistic effects of various additives to remarkably inhibit heat transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation across a wide range of temperatures. This superior performance positions them ahead of traditional insulation materials such as mineral wool, perlite, insulating bricks, calcium silicate, and ceramic fibers, as well as aerogel felts. Notably, in most temperature ranges, the thermal conductivity of microporous insulation products is lower than that of static air.
Key features and benefits of microporous insulation materials include:
- Nanoscopic Structure: The small particle size reduces contact area, significantly decreasing heat transfer via conduction.
- Nanoporous Composition: Pore diameters around 20nm effectively trap gas molecules, virtually eliminating internal convection.
- Anti-Infrared Properties: Incorporation of anti-infrared powders blocks and reflects infrared radiation, especially effective at high temperatures, further reducing heat transfer.
These combined properties make microporous materials exceptionally efficient for thermal insulation, offering unparalleled performance across various industrial and high-temperature applications.

Related Products
Firebird offers a range of products including rigid boards & panel, flex felts & blanket, custom shapes, and granules, each differing in fabrication method to cater to diverse working environments and specific application needs.
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