MaxShield® Tank Car

Passive Fire Protection Refractory Ceramic Fiber Blankets

MaxShield Tank Car blanket is made from long strand spun, high purity ceramic fibers to create a high strength, flexible product designed for use on DOT-111, CPC-1232 and DOT-117 tank cars.

MaxShield Tank Car blankets have been specifically manufactured to comply with the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Transport Canada (TC) Thermal Protection requirements for rail cars transporting crude oil, ethanol and other hazardous and flammable liquids.

MaxShield Tank Car blanket is listed on the FRA Thermal Protection System list and have been tested for pool fire and torch fire conditions as outlined in 49 CFR Part 179.

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Physical Properties

Maximum Use Temperature
2300⁰F (1260⁰C)
Continuous Use Temperature
2150°F (1177°C)
Chemistry
Alumina, Silica
Composition
RCF (Refractory Ceramic Fiber)
Shrinkage @ 2400°F / 24 hrs
Average Fiber Diameter

Key Features

Meets 49 CFR 179 pool fire and torch fire Conditions
Listed on the Thermal Protection System list
High strength, minimal space and weight
Used on DOT 111,117 and CPC-1232 tank cars
Available in scroll wrap packaging, special sizes, and combo roll format

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