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Harvey™ PTFE Thread Seal Tape

Harvey™ PTFE Thread Seal Tape is an economy-grade, low-density tape for use on a wide range of threaded pipes. Made with virgin white PTFE construction for long lasting durability, it is non-flammable and safe for use on potable water applications. For more than 75 years, Harvey™ has offered a wide variety of products for the plumbing sector.

Available in 6 variations

Key Features & Benefits

• All-purpose plumber's tape tightly seals threaded pipe
• Made with virgin white PTFE construction for longevity
• Safe for potable water use
• For plastic, brass, copper, aluminum and iron piping
• Clean, positive seal on threaded connections
• Enables easy disassembly of joints
• Economy-grade, low-density tape
• Not for use with lines carrying oxygen
• Nonflammable material
• Meets Federal Specification T-27730A

Specifications

Color:	White
Brand:	Harvey
Set Speed:	Immediate
Product Type:	General Purpose

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Technical Resources (3)

• 02_Harvey_PTFE_Tape_Submittal_LCS1917.pdf
• FAQ
• LEED Green Sheet

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Available in 6 variations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum pipe size you can use thread tape on?

There are no limitations on the diameter of the pipe. You should always wrap the tape enough times around the male threads in order to fill the spigot (female threads). Any pipe sizes over 1¼” with pressure and fluids moving through it should have the male threads wrapped with tape and then the approved pipe joint compound spread over the tape.

How do I apply pipe thread tape, and are all the tapes applied the same way?

All ½”, ¾” and 1” wide tapes are installed the same way. After you select the proper size of tape for your thread, you will wrap in a clockwise motion, while keeping the tape at the bottom of the thread. For ½”, ¾” and 1” pipe threads you will only need to wrap the threads in a straight pattern 3 to 5 times around the male thread, if the tape width is the same size as pipe diameter. For 1¼” pipe threads and above or when tape width is smaller than pipe size, you will wrap 4 to 5 times starting at the end of threads and working up.     

Is Oatey White General Purpose thread seal tape safe to use on natural gas lines?

Yes. All Oatey thread sealant tapes will work on natural gas lines. Oatey does however recommend the use of yellow gas line thread tape with PTFE on all natural gas line installations, product #31403. The Oatey yellow gas line thread tape is approved by code for this application and the yellow color is a visual identifier that the correct tape was used in the application. 

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