{"product_id":"exoracing-diy-weldable-exhaust-heat-shield-kit-1000mm-x-600mm","title":"Exoracing DIY Weldable Exhaust Heat Shield Kit 1000mm x 600mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA universal fabrication kit for building your own stainless-skinned exhaust heat shielding. It pairs a 1000mm x 600mm embossed 304 stainless steel sheet, 0.1mm thick, with a 1000mm x 600mm adhesive-backed high-temperature thermal insulation sheet, 4mm thick, so the shield can be shaped around the exhaust component you want to cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbossed 304 stainless steel sheet, 1000mm x 600mm and 0.1mm thick, in a washable embossed finish, supplied with a 4mm adhesive-backed high-temperature insulation sheet of the same size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe insulation is manufacturer-rated for continuous exposure to temperatures up to 980°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 4mm insulation helps contain heat closer to its source, while the embossed 304 stainless outer layer protects the insulation and creates a lightweight fabricated finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials can be cut and formed around exhaust manifolds, turbo manifolds, exhaust joints, downpipes, catalytic converters, wastegate pipework and suitable custom exhaust sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAimed at race, rally, track and fast-road applications, as well as high-end road and show builds where a fabricated stainless finish is preferred over exposed exhaust wrap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck before you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo separate maximum short-duration temperature figure is advertised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid cleaning products or methods that could damage the stainless, seams or insulation underneath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe insulation is applied directly to the heat source in separate sections and is not designed to be removed and reused as a complete clamshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a beginner-level installation or a first metalworking project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA universal fabrication kit rather than a pre-shaped or vehicle-specific heat shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal fabrication product; measure before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth sheets measure 1000mm x 600mm, but the amount required depends on the size and complexity of the component; measure the area and allow extra material for curves, trimming and approximately 20mm of overlap at every stainless seam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex shapes may require multiple stainless strips, separate insulation sections and additional overlapping seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kit should not be treated as a universal replacement for exhaust wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold primarily for heat management, with no specific power or exhaust-flow increase guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe stainless sheet and freshly cut edges are extremely sharp and can cause serious injury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEX-HS-WELD-1000X600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications from Exoracing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"spec-table-wrap\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Specification \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Details \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUniversal weldable exhaust heat shield fabrication kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmbossed 304 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Sheet Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000mm x 600mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdhesive-backed high-temperature thermal insulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation Sheet Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000mm x 600mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Temperature Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer-rated for continuous exposure up to 980°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Stainless Overlap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Weld Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 50mm to 80mm, with closer spacing where required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLogo Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x brushed stainless steel Exoracing logo plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLogo Plate Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour spot welds per plate, with one tack at each corner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWashable embossed stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut, form and resistance spot weld\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUniversal fabrication product. 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