Crafted 3M Automotive | 6195 | Scotch 48 Thread Sealant Tape, 1/2 Inch

Specifications

• Manufacturer: 3M
• Model Number: 6195
• Product Name: Scotch 48 Thread Sealant Tape
• Material: PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) fluorocarbon resin
• Color: White
• Width: 1/2 inch
• Length: 260 inches
• Thickness: 3 mil
• Weight: 0.15 lbs
• Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 1 inches
• Operating Temperature Range: -450°F (-268°C) to 500°F (260°C)
• Tensile Strength: 5.9 lb/in
• Elongation at Break: 26%
• Water Absorption: Zero
• Flammability: Non-flammable

Key Features

• PTFE Fluorocarbon Resin Construction: Manufactured from milky white unfused polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) fluorocarbon resin, ensuring chemical inertness and high stability across a broad temperature spectrum.
• Dual-Action Performance: Functions as both a reliable thread sealant, providing a leak-resistant barrier, and a lubricant, allowing for easier assembly and subsequent disassembly of threaded pipe joints.
• Extensive Temperature Tolerance: Designed to maintain its integrity and sealing properties in extreme environments, with an operating temperature range from -450°F (-268°C) to 500°F (260°C).
• Leak-Resistant Seal: Effectively creates a secure, leak-resistant seal on pipe threads, suitable for various fluid and gas applications.
• Non-Adhesive Film: This conformable film adheres to threads without using an adhesive, simplifying application and removal while preventing permanent sticking.

Applications

• Sealing threaded pipes within diverse plumbing systems.
• Industrial pipe fitting installations for water, air, and gas lines.
• Connections requiring chemical resistance.
• High-pressure oxygen lines, with recommended ventilation for use above 400°F (204°C).
• General maintenance and repair tasks involving threaded components.

Benefits

• Ensured System Integrity: Provides a robust, leak-proof seal on threaded connections, significantly reducing the risk of fluid or gas leakage and associated costs.
• Extended Component Lifespan: Its inherent lubricating qualities prevent galling and seizing of threads, facilitating smooth disassembly and contributing to the longevity of pipes and fittings.
• Versatile Performance: Offers reliable functionality across a wide range of environments due to its chemical inertness and stable performance across extreme temperatures, serving diverse industrial and residential needs.
• Simplified Installation and Maintenance: The tape’s conformability and dry application streamline installation, while its lubricating properties simplify future servicing by preventing joints from sticking.
• Enhanced Safety: Approved for use on high-pressure oxygen lines, which contributes to safer operating conditions in specific critical applications.