The Ultimate Guide: What is a Vacuum Insulated Panel?

Energy efficiency and insulation are very important nowadays. Vacuum insulated panels (VIP) are very good at this.The insulation effect is fantastic and it is also particularly space-saving. It’s used a lot in building and industrial insulation scenarios. Today we’re going to talk about vacuum insulation panels and look at their construction, advantages, and applications. Knowing this will help you choose the right Insulating Materials.

What is VIP?

Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP) is a very Insulating Material. It consists of three components: core material, gas barrier/facer foil, and a getter/desiccant. The core material is encapsulated by an airtight membrane. The membrane has ultra-small pores of only 10-100 nanometers. After the VIP vacuum, the pressure is only 0.22-3 mbar. Thermal conductivity is super low, only (2.1- 3.9mW/(mK). Its thermal insulation is particularly impressive. Under the same thickness, the heat insulation capacity is ten times that of traditional materials. VIP’s heat insulation relies on the vacuum environment, the less gas, the better the heat insulation.

How VIPs Work

• There are three types of heat transfer: conduction, convection, or radiation. Conduction transfers heat by the vibration of solid molecules; convection transfers heat by the flow of fluids; and radiation transfers heat by electromagnetic waves without a medium.
• Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP) is a highly efficient Insulating Material. It consists of a core material and a shell. The core material is non-porous or fibrous. The outer shell is impermeable and creates a vacuum environment with low air pressure.
• In a vacuum, there are virtually no gas molecules, and both conduction and convection are difficult to occur. Conduction requires molecules to collide, and there are no molecules in a vacuum, so heat cannot be transferred; convection requires gas flow, and there is no gas in a vacuum, so convection cannot transfer heat.
• Although the vacuum prevents conduction and convection, radiation is still present, and the outer shell of the VIP has a highly reflective coating that reflects most of the radiant heat and reduces heat loss.
• Vacuum-insulated panels are very thin and highly insulated. It is suitable for use where there is little space but efficient insulation is needed, such as refrigerators and building insulation.

Key Features and Benefits

Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP) is the best in insulation. It has many features and advantages.

• Thermal efficiency: VIP’s airtight membrane can be vacuum sealed. Insulates against air. Very low thermal conductivity. Thermal insulation is excellent. It also has a low emissivity coating on the surface that further reduces heat loss and provides reliable insulation.
• Ultra-Thin Design: VIP is very thin and is especially suitable for places where space is limited. For example, tight building spaces or buildings that need to be renovated. It does not have to increase the thickness of the building. It can have a very good thermal insulation effect without affecting the appearance and function of the building.
• Light weight: VIP is much lighter than other insulation materials. It is easy to carry and install. It is especially suitable for remodeling or renovation projects. It can simplify the construction process, saving time and cost.
• Lifespan: It also has a long lifespan. Structurally stable and not easily degraded. Insulation can be maintained for a long time without frequent replacement.
• Excellent moisture resistance: VIP’s vacuum-sealed structure prevents moisture penetration. Reduce the risk of mold growth and corrosion. Moisture-related problems are basically nothing to worry about.
• Environmental protection and energy saving: VIP’s excellent thermal insulation performance can significantly reduce the heating and cooling load of the building. It saves energy and also reduces greenhouse gas emissions. The environmental impact is low and some components can be recycled.

VIP has many functions and applications in building insulation, refrigeration, transportation and packaging. Insulation needs are met.

Applications: 

Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP) is an insulating material. It has low thermal conductivity. It has low thermal conductivity, good thermal insulation effect, thin thickness, and very energy saving.

• In the field of home appliances:It is commonly used in refrigerators, freezers, hot water boilers, etc.VIP can insulate the equipment well without increasing the external dimensions, and it can also hold more things.
• In the construction industry:Nowadays, the construction industry has higher and higher requirements for energy saving. It can be used to insulate floors, external walls, roofs, terraces, attic hatches, and stairs, and is particularly suitable for places with little space.
• Refrigerated transport sector:refrigerated trucks and transport systems use it and cannot do without VIP. It allows cold chain transportation to maintain a stable temperature for a long time.
• In the medical and pharmaceutical sector:VIP is also very common, for example, in the packaging of medicines and vaccines. In the case of the global transportation of the New Crown vaccine, the VIP was a great help.

Vending machines, cold storage units, refrigerators, freezers, and wine coolers also use VIPs, which provide reliable insulation to keep food and beverages fresh. In addition to these, vehicles such as cars, trains, ships, and airplanes are also insulated with VIP. It provides great insulation solutions for a variety of transportation scenarios.

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