What are the Applications of Tyvek Paper?
Tyvek Paper is a composite wrapping material that is used as a desiccant. It is also used as a housewrap, a synthetic material used to protect buildings during construction. The material is difficult to tear, but can easily be cut with scissors or a knife. Here are the top applications of T40 paper: 1. Construction and Engineering Large sheets of Tyvek paper are frequently used as "housewrap," to provide an air barrier between the outer cladding of a structure and the frame, insulation, etc. The paper allows water vapor to pass yet restricting air infiltration. The paper was also used to cover and protect the Reaction Control System (RCS) thruster ports from water and debris during the latter years of the Space Shuttle program. 2. Government Use Tyvek paper is often used by the United States Postal Service for some of its Priority Mail and Express Mail envelopes. New Zealand used it for its driver's licenses from 1986 to 1999. Costa Rica,