Where can I buy HEAT-SEAL STIK®?
Go to “Where to Buy” and enter your zip code. |
What is maximum pressure HEAT-SEAL STIK® will work to?
Answer: 600 psi. |
Can I use the HEAT-SEAL STIK® on aluminum?
Yes. HEAT-SEAL STIK® is designed for repairs on aluminum, copper, and other metals. |
Can I use the HEAT-SEAL STIK® on a potable water line?
Yes. It is NSF approved. |
What is the maximum size hole that the HEAT-SEAL STIK® will repair?
Answer: 1/8” |
How do you use HEAT-SEAL STIK®?
Follow the directions below after the leak is located: Pull a vacuum Mechanically clean the area with a knife or stainless steel brush. Do not use sand cloth or other products that will potentially leave a residue. The epoxy will not stick to the pipe but to the abrasive residue left behind. Heat adjacent to the leak (Do not put the flame directly on HEAT-SEAL STIK® as it will melt). Test the HEAT-SEAL STIK® by touching it to the metal as the flame is heating the surface. Keep the flame adjacent to the leak and once the HEAT-SEAL STIK® begins to melt rub thoroughly over the leak until covered. Allow the epoxy to room temperature or shock with a wet rag. Test the system with sure chek®, Visu-Glow or ALERT® leak detectors to verify the leak has been repaired. Recharge the system Remove cured epoxy from the stik with a knife before next use. Cured epoxy cannot be reused. |
Can I use the same HEAT-SEAL STIK® again?
Yes, cut the cured end of the HEAT-SEAL STIK® off before you using again. |
Where can I buy Slic-tite®?
Click on tab “Where to Buy” and enter your zip code. |
Can I use Slic-tite® at meat and poultry plants?
Yes, Slic-tite® is USDA approved for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants. |
Can I used Slic-tite® on plastic threads?
Yes. Slic-tite® can be used on all plastic and metal threaded connections. |
Can Slic-tite be used on gas connections?
Yes. Slic-tite® was engineered for most all services excluding Oxygen services. For Oxygen services, LA-CO® manufactures OXY-TITE®. For a comprehensive list refer to LA-CO’s thread sealant application chart, which is also located on page 9 of our Plumbing & Chemicals catalog. |
Can Slic-tite® be used on Oxygen service?
No. Use PTFE Thread Tape, Slic-tite® High Density PTFE Thread Tape or OXY-TITE®. Visit www.laco.com or the thread sealant category of our Plumbing & Chemicals catalog. |
Will Slic-tite® stain my clothes or hands?
No. Slic-tite® will wash off your hands with soap and water. Slic-tite® will come out of your clothes with regular laundry detergent. Like any other chemical on your clothes, try to wash your clothes as soon as possible to get the best results. |
How should I apply Slic-tite®?
Stir before using. Brush Slic-tite® liberally on male threads only. Brush across the threads to be sure the thread valleys are filled. Be sure not to over tighten the joints. |
What is the difference between Slic-tite®’s “grit” and other thread sealants’ “smooth” compounds?
LA-CO® developed Slic-tite® with the large particulate or “grit” to help prevent leaks by filling the voids or valleys better than microscopic or “smooth” compounds. The more PTFE, the better the lubrication and leak prevention. |
Does Slic-tite® set-up hard?
No, Slic-tite® was designed to be removed with little-to-no effort even 50 years later. Slic-tite® will be soft inside the threaded connection. Any material outside the threaded connection and exposed to air will get hard over time. The compound is virtually a no-set thread sealant. This differs greatly from the competition. |
Does Slic-tite® contain more PTFE than other thread sealants?
Yes, Slic-tite® contains more PTFE than most thread sealants for greater sealing power. |
Does LA-CO make other thread sealants?
Yes.
Slic-tite®
LA-CO LOC® Anaerobic
LEAK-TITE® Blue
PIPETITE® Paste
T-O-T®
OXY-TITE®
Cord of PTFE
Slic-tite® Stik
PIPETITE-Stick®
PLASTO-JOINT STIK®
Slic-tite® PTFE Thread Tape
Pipe Thread Tape of PTFE
Go to www.laco.com to view all other LA-CO products. |
Which thread sealant should I use for a particular service?
Please refer to LA-CO’s thread sealant application chart, which can also be found on page 9 of our catalog. |
Is Slic-tite® available in a stick?
Yes, Slic-tite® is available in a paste and stick
Slic-tite®
Slic-tite® Stik |
Where can I buy OXY-TITE®?
Go to “Where to Buy” and enter your zip code. |
Can I use OXY-TITE® on oxygen lines?
Yes, each batch meets the ASTM G-72 standards and is an inert thread sealant. |
Can I use PTFE Thread tape for oxygen lines?
Yes, but PTFE Thread Tape will not help prevent leaks when the copper has annealed due to excessive heat near the threaded connection during the brazing process. The OXY-TITE® compound was engineered similarly to Slic-tite®. It contains PTFE and other fillers to help fill the voids and cracks and prevents leaks. |
What is the sealing temperature for OXY-TITE®?
Sealing temperature: -320oF to 450oF (-196oC to 232oC). |