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Are the insulator materials prone to failure over time because of heat/sun?

April 26, 2017failure heat insulator Materials prone Sun time

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Are the insulator materials prone to failure over time because of heat/sun?

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The insulators are formed of HDPE (High Density Poly-Ethylene) and Polycarbonate, depending on the particular application within the Aegis system. (Nearly all installations utilize both types of insulator material.) The insulators are UV stabilized and designed to last more than 10 years under normal use. Damaged insulators can be easily replaced by a facility’s maintenance staff without the use of specialty tools. Both HDPE and Polycarbonate have melting temperatures of over 400 degrees Fahrenheit, so distortion due to heat is not an issue.