PTFE Tape
12m x 12mm x 0.075mm
PTFE stands for polytetrafluoroethylene. It is a synthetic fluoropolymer widely used across a range of industries and applications. PTFE tape is a simplistic yet highly versatile lubricating material and thread sealant. It is mainly used in ductwork and piping applications and is also known as thread seal tape and plumber's tape. It is essential to use thread tape for those household brass fittings unless a rubber seal or gasket is in place. It is very low friction material. Adding a layer of PTFE tape around joint threads can help to provide a tighter seal and increase the ease of both screwing mating parts together and uncoupling them in the future.
PTFE tape is available in a range of different colours, sometimes used to signify particular characteristics. However, the meaning behind each colour varies depending on geography, so it is important to check you are using the correct colour code for your location.
As well as different sizes and conforming to specific standards, PTFE tape must be of a suitable grade for the industry or application where it will be used. It should also be noted that some manufacturers and industries classify tape by the colour of the reel rather than the tape itself.
Generally, white sealing tape (one of the most common varieties) is used for standard plumbing applications whereas yellow Teflon™ tape is used with gas.
Technical Specifications
Conforms to BS 7786 1995 grade L and one wrap will therefore give a gas-tight seal to 29 bar (430 lbf/in sq.) on a quarter inch BS 21 tapered brass thread in combination with a parallel collar. With different materials, pipe diameters or thread types two or more wraps may be necessary and the pressure pass level may change.
DOES CONTAIN HYDROCARBON:
Widths: 12mm, 25mm
Length: 12 metres
Tape Thickness: 0.075 mm
Temperature: Up to 250 deg. C
Colour: White
CAUTION: PTFE in any product is completely stable up to 250 deg. C. Decomposition begins to occur, slowly, above 250 deg. C and remains slow at temperatures below 400 deg. C. At temperatures above 400 deg. C the speed of decomposition increases. Care should be taken to avoid contact with naked flames, particularly in enclosed areas as the resultant fumes can cause temporary flu-like symptoms.
Except where indicated otherwise, the above figures are average values and should not be regarded as maximum values for specification purposes. The company reserve the right to improve products and change specifications which may alter the performance. We advise the customer to test the material required to ensure the suitability of intended application.
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