{"product_id":"viper-wetrag-heatshield","title":"VIPER WETRAG HEATSHIELD","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1sn81dd\" data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e🧾 What it is:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"266\"\u003ereusable heat-blocking pad\u003c\/strong\u003e made from carbon-based absorbent material with a fiberglass core. It can be used:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1buh98l\" data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"388\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"358\"\u003eWet\u003c\/strong\u003e (for maximum heat absorption)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sxu1bn\" data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eDry\u003c\/strong\u003e (for lighter heat shielding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c5okp3\" data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"460\"\u003e🔧 What it’s used for:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eCommon in HVAC and plumbing when brazing or soldering near sensitive parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"354tvm\" data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eExpansion valves (TXVs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j9781m\" data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eService valves and line sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ess1it\" data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eElectrical wiring and controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eanhyw\" data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"665\"\u003ePlastic drain lines (PVC\/CPVC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r897j6\" data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"698\"\u003ePainted or finished surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b66ve0\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eInsulation and nearby framing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"737\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"oowtmi\" data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e⚙️ Key features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q4s5uy\" data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eRated up to about \u003cstrong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e2500°F heat resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6p9bw9\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eCan be soaked with water for extra heat protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5mc9uw\" data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eFlexible—wraps around pipes, valves, or fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lr2c2i\" data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eReusable and machine washable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16asrl9\" data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eDesigned specifically for torch work in tight spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ri34xr\" data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e🧠 Simple explanation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eIt’s basically a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003ehigh-tech “wet rag” that HVAC techs use to wrap around parts so they don’t get damaged while they’re using a torch nearby\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"atvu4l\" data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e⚠️ Important note:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1llbzv1\" data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eIt does \u003cstrong data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003enot replace safe torch technique\u003c\/strong\u003e—it only helps protect nearby parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1huz8eu\" data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eWorks best when kept \u003cstrong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eproperly wet during heavy heat exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1agu78w\" data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eNeeds full coverage (small pieces won’t protect well in high-heat situations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGIES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52411306049825,"sku":"RT420H","price":41.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1905\/1041\/files\/download_4_19c3ada0-a9cb-4509-8661-25a7c69fddbc.jpg?v=1778189307","url":"https:\/\/standardvmi.com\/products\/viper-wetrag-heatshield","provider":"Standard Plumbing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}