Aerogel Insulation for LNG and Cryogenic Applications
Flexible aerogel insulation materials can be evaluated for cryogenic pipes, equipment and cold-service systems where low-temperature performance, condensation control and installation space are important.
Project challenge
Cold-service systems need insulation selection that considers low temperature, condensation control, vapor-barrier continuity, joints and mechanical protection.
Information to collect
- Service temperature
- Pipe or equipment size
- Target insulation thickness
- Vapor barrier design
- Outdoor or indoor exposure
Applicable technical data
| Property | Reported value | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Cryogenic blanket service range | -200 °C to 125 °C | Supplied RT-AT-L table. |
| Cryogenic conductivity | 0.0125 W/(m·K) at -159 °C | Supplied RT-AT-L table. |
| Listed thicknesses | 6 mm / 10 mm | Supplied RT-AT-L table. |
Verification steps
- Confirm service temperature, equipment dimensions, available thickness and exposure.
- Define vapor barrier, mechanical protection and termination details.
- Review the selected grade and complete system against project requirements.
System limits
- This summary is not a complete LNG-system insulation or vapor-barrier design.
- Water-vapor ingress, supports, joints and jacketing must be designed for the actual operating cycle.
Documentation and project review
Match the document set to the selected grade, substrate, test method and complete system build.
Request applicable documentationLast reviewed: 09 August 2026.
Application FAQ
Does hydrophobicity remove the need for a vapor barrier?
No. Vapor-barrier design should be made for the full cold-service system and its operating conditions.