Submittal Sheet

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION: Oatey White Thread Seal Tape with Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) provides a clean, positive
seal on threaded connections. White Thread Seal Tape is an all purpose thread sealing tape and can be used with plastic,
brass, copper, aluminum, galvanized steel or black iron piping.
WHITE THREAD SEAL TAPE
WITH PTFE
COMMON APPLICATIONS
Oatey White Thread Seal Tape with PTFE can be used on
plastic, brass, copper, aluminum, galvanized steel or
black iron piping.
NOT FOR USE WITH LINES CARRYING OXYGEN.
Consult Oatey Technical Department for applications not
specifically referenced above.
INGREDIENT
Virgin PTFE
When used for the intended end use application, this
product is considered an “article” as defined in
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200(c).
APPROVALS AND LISTINGS
Meets Military Specification T-27730A, UL 31 RO and
7N15 MH18499
PRODUCT NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
PACK
CARTON WEIGHT
31199
½” X 260” White PTFE Thread Seal Tape
144
6 lbs.
31202
½” x 520” White PTFE Thread Seal Tape
144
7 lbs.
31212
¾” x 260” White PTFE Thread Seal Tape
144
6 lbs.
10/2005
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance White Tape
Density 0.709 to 0.825 g/c
3
Pressure Rating* 10,000 psi
Temperature Range -450° F to 500° F
Tensile Strength 1245 to 2500 psi
Thickness 0.0025” to 0.0035”
Shelf Life Indefinite
*Pressure rating is relative to the torque and quality of the threads
and the amount of tape used.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
For threads up to 1-½” diameter, use ½” width of thread
seal tape. For larger diameter threads, use ¾” width of
thread seal tape. Clean the male and female threads of
any oil or dirt. Apply the thread seal tape a minimum of
three wraps, using care to wrap in the direction of the
thread rotation. Be sure to keep tension on the tape while
wrapping. Do not overlap the tape on the ends of the
fitting.
PRECAUTIONS
Read all cautions and directions carefully before using this
product. Store spool in clean place and keep cover on the
spool when not in use.
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