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  What does “K” factor mean for Insulation? Thomas Cipriani – Product Specialist at Robco The K factor expresses the amount of heat transferred by a chosen material at a specific temperature. The higher the temperature, the higher the amount of heat is transferred. To determine the K Factor, we use the Thermal Conductivity rating of the material or ability to conduct heat. Usually, insulation materials have a K Factor of less than one. The lower the K factor, the better the insulation. HOT face / COLD face: Exposed side / absorbed heat. When we know the temperature of exposure and the Thermal Conductivity of the material we can determine the temperature on the outside of the insulation that will be exposed. _____________________________________________________________________ Que signifie le facteur « K » pour l'isolation ? Thomas Cipriani - Spécialiste produit chez Robco Le facteur K exprime la quantité de chaleur transférée par un matériau choisi à une