Duct insulation shall be installed in accordance with the following requirements:
- A vapor retarder having a maximum permeance of 0.05 perm [2.87 ng/(s • m2 • Pa)] in accordance with ASTM E 96, or aluminum foil with a minimum thickness of 2 mils (0.05 mm), shall be installed on the exterior of insulation on cooling supply ducts that pass through unconditioned spaces conducive to condensation except where the insulation is spray polyurethane foam with a maximum water vapor permeance of 3 perm per inch [1722 ng/(s • m2 • Pa)] at the installed thickness.
- Exterior duct systems shall be protected against the elements.
- Duct coverings shall not penetrate a fireblocked wall or floor.