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Manufactured in the USA Thread Sealant Tape

TFCO Inc. manufactures a complete line of PTFE Thread Sealant Tapes for practically any application. Our goal here at TFCO is to manufacture the best PTFE Thread Sealant Tape in the world at the best possible price. We manufacture numerous grades of tapes in varying densities, thicknesses and colors, which can be used in general purpose, demanding, or critical services. Whether you are trying to seal water, steam, pure oxygen, or anything in between, we’ve got a thread sealant tape for you.

  • All of the below tapes are MANUFACTURED IN THE USA at our facility in La Porte, IN
  • All of our tapes can be used on METAL or PLASTIC piping

In addition to our superior quality tapes, we offer the following options:

  • Private labeling on most tapes, including printed or labeled spools and/or shells
  • Point-of-purchase packaging
  • Custom packaging such as:
  •      Special box sizes and quantities
  •      Sleeved packs

Below are our various thread sealant tape offerings. Please contact us if you need assistance in selecting just the right tape.

 
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White Thread Sealant Tape

TFCO PTFE Thread Sealant Tape, Readi-Seal™, is the ideal solution for sealing threaded metal and plastic pipe connections up to 2" diameter. Our thread sealant tape provides a tight seal while providing natural lubrication to prevent galling of the threads. Made of 100% virgin PTFE, it is resistant to most common chemicals, and is rated for temperatures from -450 deg F to +550 deg F. Available in 4 different widths and 3 densities, our tapes can be used in general purpose applications such as water and air, or difficult applications such as acids and pure oxygen

       

Available Sizes
 
Size Available Densities Box Quantities*
12 48 72 144
1/4" x 260"
       x 520"
High / Premium         X
X
X
X
1/2" x 260"
       x 520"
         x 1296"
Standard / High / Premium

X
X
X
X
  X
X
X
3/4" x 260"
       x 520"
         x 1296"
Standard / High / Premium  

X
X
X
X
  X
X
X
   1" x 260"
       x 520"
         x 1296"
Standard / High / Premium  

X
X
X

  X
X
X
   2" x 520"
         x 1296"
Standard / High / Premium   X
X
  X
X
 
        *Other Quantities available upon request
Specifications
 
  Standard
Density
High
Density
Premium
Density
Application General Purpose Demanding Critical
Thickness 0.0030 in min 0.0035 in min 0.0035 in min
Density 0.5-0.7 g/cc 0.8-1.0 g/cc 1.2-1.4 g/cc
Pressure 2,000 psi 10,000 psi 10,000 psi
Temperature -450 F to +550 F -450 F to +550 F -450 F to +550 F
pH Range 0-14 0-14 0-14
FDA Compliance 21 CFR 177.1550 21 CFR 177.1550 21 CFR 177.1550
Specifications MIL-SPEC T27730A MIL-SPEC
T27730A
MIL-SPEC T27730A
A-A-58092
Types of Pipe Metal &
Plastic
Metal &
Plastic
Metal &
Plastic

       Features

  • Easy Installation - several wraps around the male threads and you're done.
  • Chemically Resistant – made of 100% PTFE; compatible with almost any process fluid (except molten alkalis and elemental fluorine)
  • MIL-T27730A and FDA 21 CFR 177.1550
  • Unlimited Shelf Life, No Age Deterioration, Non-Hardening
  • Manufactured in the United States of America.
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Purple Maxx™ Heavy-Duty Thread Sealant Tape

** Purple-Colored Thread Sealant Tape is a registered trademark of TFCO Incorporated **

TFCO Purple Maxx™ Thread Sealant Tape is the workhorse of our heavy-duty tapes. Purple Maxx™ Tape is thicker and denser than most other tapes, and can be used in virtually any application up to 10,000 psi. It provides a tight seal while providing natural lubrication to prevent damage of the threads. Made of 99.5% virgin PTFE (a pigment is added for coloring), it is resistant to most common chemicals, and is rated for temperatures from -450 deg F to +550 deg F. Purple Maxx™ Tape can be used in virtually any application (except Oxygen). It can also be used in gas lines where local codes do not require yellow gas line tape. Purple Maxx’s™ unique color prevents it from being confused with lighter tapes.

    

Available Sizes
 
Size Basic Part No. Box Quantities
6 12 24 48 72 144
1/2" x 260" TS50HD260VI X X
1/2" x 520" TS50HD520VI     X   X
  1/2" x 1429" TS50HD1429VI         X   X
3/4" x 260" TS75HD260VI         X   X
3/4" x 520" TS75HD520VI         X   X
  3/4" x 1429" TS75HD1429VI     X   X   X
   1" x 260" TS1HD260VI         X   X
   1" x 520" TS1HD520VI         X   X
     1" x 1429" TS1HD1429VI     X   X   X
   2" x 520" TS2HD520VI     X   X   X
     2" x 1429" TS2HD1429VI X   X   X  
   
Specifications
 
Application Virtually all except Oxygen
Thickness 0.0035 in min
Density 0.8 g/cc
Pressure 10,000
Temperature -450 F to +550 F
pH Range 0-14
Specifications MIL-SPEC T27730A
Types of Pipe Metal & Plastic

       Features

 
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Special Service Colors Thread Sealant Tape

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Gas Line Thread Sealant Tape

Our PTFE Gas Line Thread Sealant Tape, Readi-Seal™, is a heavy-duty, full-density tape that permits quick, clean and economical sealing of threaded pipe connections. Its full density makes it ideal for gas lines and other applications requiring the best possible seal. The tape is made of 99.5% virgin PTFE (a pigment is added for coloring) PTFE, with only a pigment additive for coloring. Its yellow color helps to distinguish it from lower density, general purpose thread sealant tapes.

    

Available Sizes
 
Size Basic Part No. Box Quantities
6 12 24 48 72 144
1/2" x 260" TS50FD260Y X X
1/2" x 520" TS50FD520Y     X   X
3/4" x 260" TS75FD260Y         X   X
3/4" x 520" TS75FD520Y     X   X   X
   1" x 260" TS1FD260Y         X   X
   1" x 520" TS1FD520Y     X   X   X
Specifications
 
Application Gas line
Thickness 0.0040 in min
Density 1.4-1.6 g/cc
Pressure 10,000 psi
Temperature -450 F to +550 F
pH Range 0-14
Specifications MIL-SPEC T27730A
Types of Pipe Metal & Plastic

       Features

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Nickel-Filled Thread Sealant Tape

Our Nickel-Filled PTFE Thread Sealant Tape, Readi-Seal™, is a thick, premium-density tape that permits quick, clean sealing of threaded stainless steel pipe connections. Its PTFE base provides natural lubrication of the joint, while its nickel filler prevents galling of the threads which is common in stainless steel assemblies. At 4-mil thick, it is the ideal solution for sealing stainless steel threaded joints. The tape also contains a grey pigment for easy identification, and distinguishes it from lower density, general purpose thread sealant tapes.

    

Available Sizes
 
Size Basic Part No. Box Quantities
6 12 24 48 72 144
1/2" x 260" TS50PD260Ni X X X
1/2" x 520" TS50PD520Ni X   X   X
3/4" x 260" TS75PD260Ni     X   X   X
3/4" x 520" TS75PD520Ni     X   X   X
   1" x 260" TS1PD260Ni     X   X   X
   1" x 520" TS1PD520Ni     X   X   X
Specifications
 
Application Stainless Steel Piping
Thickness 0.0040 in min
Density 1.2-1.4 g/cc
Pressure 10,000 psi
Temperature -450 F to +550 F
pH Range 0-14
Specifications MIL-SPEC T27730A
Types of Pipe Metal & Plastic

       Features

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Oxygen Thread Sealant Tape

Our PTFE Oxygen Line Thread Sealant Tape, Readi-Seal™,  is a heavy-duty, premium-density tape that permits quick, clean and economical sealing of threaded pipe connections. Its premium density makes it ideal for oxygen lines and other applications requiring the best possible seal. The tape is made of 99.5% virgin PTFE (a pigment is added for coloring) PTFE, with only a pigment additive for coloring. Its green color helps to distinguish it from lower density, general purpose thread sealant tapes.

Meets military specification A-A-58092 and can be used in liquid and gaseous oxygen service up to 2,000 psi.

    

Available Sizes
 
Size Basic Part No. Box Quantities
6 12 24 48 72 144
1/2" x 260" TS50PD260GN X X
1/2" x 520" TS50PD520GN     X   X
3/4" x 260" TS75PD260GN         X   X
3/4" x 520" TS75PD520GN     X   X   X
   1" x 260" TS1PD260GN         X   X
   1" x 520" TS1PD520GN     X   X   X
Specifications
 
Application Oxygen
Thickness 0.0035 in min
Density 1.2-1.4 g/cc
Pressure 10,000 psi
Temperature -450 F to +550 F
pH Range 0-14
Specifications MIL-SPEC T27730A
Types of Pipe Metal & Plastic

       Features

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Water, Steam Thread Sealant Tape

Our Pink PTFE Thread Sealant Tape, Readi-Seal™, is a heavy-duty, high-density tape that permits quick, clean and economical sealing of threaded pipe connections. Its high density makes it ideal for water and steam lines and other applications requiring the best possible seal. The tape is made of 99.5% virgin PTFE (a pigment is added for coloring) PTFE, with only a pigment additive for coloring. Its pink color helps to distinguish it from lower density, general purpose thread sealant tapes.

    

Available Sizes
 
Size Basic Part No. Box Quantities
6 12 24 48 72 144
1/2" x 260" TS50HD260P X X
1/2" x 520" TS50HD520P     X   X
3/4" x 260" TS50HD520P         X   X
3/4" x 520" TS50HD520P         X   X
   1" x 260" TS1HD260P         X   X
   1" x 520" TS1HD520P         X   X
Specifications
 
Application Water, Steam
Thickness 0.0035 in min
Density 0.9-1.1 g/cc
Pressure 10,000 psi
Temperature -450 F to +550 F
pH Range 0-14
Specifications MIL-SPEC T27730A
Types of Pipe Metal & Plastic

       Features

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