Ptfe Thread Seal Tape Heat Resistance

Ptfe Thread Seal Tape Heat Resistance

1.Ptfe Thread Seal Tape Heat Resistance — commonly known as "Teflon tape", "PTFE tape" or "plumber's tape" — is a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) film cut to specified widths for use in sealing pipe threads.

2.Ptfe Thread Seal Tape Heat Resistance is wrapped around the exposed threads of a pipe before it is screwed into place.

3.Since Ptfe Thread Seal Tape Heat Resistance is malleable, deformable and impermeable, it acts a little like putty under compression, being forced into small gaps between threads in order to create an air- and watertight seal when threaded into a joint.

Q: Are there any tips on using PTFE thread sealing tape?

A: First, with plastics try to avoid using a female threaded adapter because it is very easy to split when over tightened (with thread sealing tape it is easy to over tighten). Wrap your PTFE thread sealing tape "with" the treads - that is... pipe in left hand, PTFE thread sealing tape right, roll on clock-wise. Generally at least 3 times. Sometimes adding thin coating of a good quality thread compound on top of the PTFE thread sealing tape helps seal joints even better. Caution: Do not over apply, excessive tape may actually weaken the connection

Q: How many wraps of Pipe wrap tape do I need to use for my buried gas pipe?

A: Most codes require 40 mil protection and so, depending on the thickness of your tape, you will need to apply several layers of tape to the entire length of your pipe that is going to be buried. We do recommend that you check your local codes to make sure you have the most up-to-date information on codes. Also, make sure that you wrap any place where the epoxy has been chipped by the pipe vice or pipe wrench as this will corrode quickly if you don't.