Fibreglass and Ceramic Fibre Ropes
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Ceramic Fibre Lagging Rope | Fibreglass Kitted Rope with Core | Fibreglass Medium Rope | Fibreglass Braided Round Rope | Fibreglass Square Rope | Braided Rectangular | E Glass Yarn | Ceramic Fibre Square | Ceramic Fibre Braided Round Rope | Tadpole Tape/Rope
Thermal fiberglass rope is used for high-temperature sealing, gasketing, and insulation in both domestic and industrial settings.
Acting as an asbestos replacement for sealing doors on wood/coal stoves, furnaces, boilers, ovens, and for pipe lagging, expansion joints.
Also for pollution control equipment due to its flexibility, durability, and resistance to heat.
| Key Applications Seals & Gaskets: Door seals for wood stoves, ovens, furnaces, and boilers; seals for expansion joints, filters, and duct flanges. Insulation: Lagging (wrapping) pipes, tanks, and valves to retain heat. Industrial Packing: Sealing mechanical components like pumps, valves, and rotary equipment in harsh environments. Caulking: Filling grooves and gaps in high-temperature applications. Specialty Uses: Core material for tadpole tapes and gaskets, seals for hot air hoods, and in refractory environments. Key Properties High Heat Resistance: Withstands continuous temperatures up to around 540°C (1000°F). Flexibility: Easily conforms to tight corners and channels. Durability: Resistant to moisture, chemicals (mild acids/alkalis), and steam. Asbestos Replacement: A safer alternative to asbestos in many applications |
Fibreglass Medium Rope - Medium, Compressible ~ 30%
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Fibreglass Knitted Rope with Core - Medium, Compressible ~ 30%
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Fibreglass Medium Rope - Medium, Compressible ~ 30%
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| Darco Stock Code | Description |
| DERM12/30 | 12mm Medium Rope x 30m Roll |
| DERM12 | 12mm Medium Rope x 50m Roll |
Fibreglass Braided Round Hard/Dense Rope - Compressible ~ 10%
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Fibreglass Square Rope - Hard - Compressible ~ < 5%
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Fibreglass braided Rectangular Packaging Rope - Hard - Compressible ~ < 5%
| Darco Stock Code | Description |
| DER30/20D/RECT | Fibreglass Braided Rectangular Dense Rope 30mm x 20mm x 7m roll |
| CFR25/30/WR/RECT | Ceramic Fibre Braided Rectangular Dense Rope Wire Reinforced 25mm x 30mm - Length: 1.6m piece |
Ceramic Square Rope - Hard/Dense - Compressible ~ < 5%
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Ceramic Fibre Braided Round Rope - Hard/Dense - Compressible ~ 10%
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| Darco Stock Code | Description |
| CFR06B/WR | 6mm x 100m Coil |
| CFR10B/WR | 10mm x 100m roll |
| CFR15B/WR | 15mm x 40m Coil |
| CFR20B/WR | 20mm x 30m Coil |
| CFR25B/WR | 25mm x 30m Coil |
TADPOLE TAPE / ROPE
Tadpole tape is a specialized thermal gasketing used to create high-temperature seals on doors, access ports, and flanges for equipment like furnaces, ovens, boilers, and wood stoves.
Preventing heat and gases from escaping by using a compressible bulb for sealing and a tail for attachment, available in various heat-resistant materials.
| Key Uses & Applications Sealing Doors & Access Points: Its primary function is sealing openings on industrial ovens, furnaces, incinerators, kilns, and even domestic heaters. Flange & Gasketing: Used as a gasket where low bolt force is applied, such as on crucible lids or ladle seals in aluminum casting. High-Temperature Environments: Ideal for containing hot gases and providing insulation in extreme heat, often up to 1000°F (538°C) or higher depending on the material. How it Works (Bulb & Tail) The Bulb: A dense core (fiberglass, ceramic, or metal mesh) wrapped in fabric that compresses under pressure to form an airtight seal. The Tail: A flexible strip that extends from the bulb, used to fasten the tape in place with fasteners, clips, or adhesive. Materials & Types Materials: Commonly made from fiberglass, silica, or ceramic fibers for high heat resistance, with cores of stainless steel or Inconel. Styles: Available in different configurations, including conventional (centered tail), tangential (tangent tail), and double-tail designs |
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DARCO Tadpole Tape / Rope (Imported) TT/20/20/30/1.6/HT Tadpole Tape - E Glass Heat Treated 20mm Bulb x 20mm Tail x 1.6mm Tail Thickness x 30m roll (Imported) N.B. Larger than 25 mm diam rope infill and special requirements - P.O.A. | |
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 DARCO Tadpole Tape / Rope (Locally Made) Custom Cover fabric typically DEF1200V/E, DEF1150RLS or Similar, infill bulb typical DERM or DEKCR medium density ropes commonly 12 mm to 25 mm diam, tails typically 20 to 50 mm per client request. |
