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    37 Products

    Natural Light Flaw-Detection Dye Kits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flaw-Detecting Dyes. Natural Light Flaw-Detection Dye Kits .
    Use colored dye to reveal cracks and surface flaws in most nonporous material. Flaws become visible under natural light and appear as a bright red color. Commonly used for weld inspecting.
    For Use On
    Includes
    Specs. Met
    Mil. Spec.
    Each
    Carbide, Cast Iron, Ceramic, Stainless Steel, SteelFour 16-oz. Aerosol Cans of Cleaner, Two 16-oz. Aerosol Cans of Developer, Two 16-oz. Aerosol Cans of Red DyeASTM E1417, SAE AMS2644MIL-STD-2132, MIL-STD-2711383T30000000
    Replacements for Flaw-Detecting Dyes
    Each
    1-11
    12-Up
    Cleaner1383T7000000000000
    Visible Red Dye1383T40000000000
    Developer for Visible Red Dye1383T50000000000

    UV Light Flaw-Detection Dye Kits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flaw-Detecting Dyes. UV Light Flaw-Detection Dye Kits.
    More sensitive than natural light kits, these kits use UV light with colored dye to detect cracks, seams, and pores on machined surfaces.
    Light
    For Use On
    Includes
    Bulb Type
    Wattage,
    W
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    Type
    Electrical
    Connection
    No. of
    Blades
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Specs. Met
    Mil. Spec.
    Each
    Carbide, Cast Iron, Ceramic, Stainless Steel, SteelOne 16-oz Aerosol Can of Fluorescent Green Dye, One 16-oz. Can of Developer, Two 16-oz. Aerosol Cans of Cleaner, UV LightUltraviolet5120Plug InStraight Blade39ASTM E1417, SAE AMS2644MIL-STD-2132, MIL-STD-2711387T46000000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Flaw-Detecting Dyes
    Each
    1-11
    12-Up
    Cleaner1383T7000000000000
    Developer for Fluorescent Green Dye1387T220000000000
    Fluorescent Green Dye1387T80000000000

    Leak-Detecting Dye for Water Systems

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Water Systems, Liquid, 1 pt. Container.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Water Systems, Liquid, 1 gal. Container.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Water Systems, Powder, 1 lb. Container Net Weight.

    Liquid,

    1 pt.

    Container

    Liquid, 1

    gal.

    Container

    Powder, 1 lb. Container

    Net Weight

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Water Systems, 2 Tablets.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Water Systems, 200 Tablets.

    2 Tablets

    200 Tablets

    Easy-to-see colors enable you to visually inspect for leaks without ultraviolet light.
    One gallon of water occupies 0.1337 cubic ft. Calculate the number of gallons a tank holds by dividing the tank volume by 0.1337.
    Tablets—Tablets are easy to use for small volumes of water, such as toilets and septic systems. They dissolve in five minutes. Tablets that come in a packet include instructions for detecting a toilet leak.
    Liquid—Liquid is a good choice for larger volumes of water, such as sewers. It disperses faster than tablets and powder.
    Powder—Powder is the best choice for the largest volumes of water, such as ponds, piping systems in power plants, and cooling towers.
    Fluorescent Orange, Fluorescent Red, and Fluorescent Yellow/Green—Fluorescent dye can be enhanced with a UV flashlight.
    Container
    Color
    Max. Amt. of
    Fluid Treated, gal.
    No. of
    Tablets
    Size
    Net Wt.,
    lb.
    Type
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Includes
    Each
    Tablets
    Blue42——PacketNSF/ANSI 60
    		Instructions1400T3300000
    Blue4,000200——JarNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T3200000
    Fluorescent Orange7,000200——JarNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T3100000
    Fluorescent Red12,000200——JarNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T4300000
    Fluorescent Yellow/Green12,000200——JarNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T1200000
     
    Liquid
    Blue12,500—1 pt.—BottleNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T3600000
    Blue100,000—1 gal.—JugNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T3700000
    Fluorescent Orange4,000—1 pt.—BottleNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T3400000
    Fluorescent Orange32,000—1 gal.—JugNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T3500000
    Fluorescent Red3,125—1 pt.—BottleNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T4400000
    Fluorescent Red25,000—1 gal.—JugNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T46000000
    Fluorescent Yellow/Green12,500—1 pt.—BottleNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T4500000
    Fluorescent Yellow/Green100,000—1 gal.—JugNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T4900000
     
    Powder
    Fluorescent Red60,000——1JarNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T38000000
    Fluorescent Yellow/Green120,000——1JarNSF/ANSI 60
    		—1400T52000000
     
    Lights
    Each
    UV Mini Flashlight for Fluorescent Dye1159N2000000

    Leak-Detecting Dye for Hydraulic Systems

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Hydraulic Systems.
    Easy-to-see colors enable you to visually inspect for leaks.
    Use 1 fl. oz. of dye for every 50 gallons of oil, solvent, wax, or other industrial fluid you're inspecting.
    Fluorescent Red and Fluorescent Yellow—Fluorescent dye can be enhanced with a UV flashlight.
    Container
    Color
    Max. Amt. of
    Fluid Treated, gal.
    Size
    Type
    Each
    Liquid
    Red2004 fl. oz.Bottle1400T23000000
    Red8001 pt.Bottle1400T10100000
    Blue2004 fl. oz.Bottle1400T2100000
    Blue8001 pt.Bottle1400T10300000
    Fluorescent Red2004 fl. oz.Bottle1400T2200000
    Fluorescent Red8001 pt.Bottle1400T102000000
    Fluorescent Yellow2004 fl. oz.Bottle1400T10400000
    Fluorescent Yellow8001 pt.Bottle1400T105000000
     
    Lights
    Each
    UV Mini Flashlight for Fluorescent Dye1159N2000000

    Leak-Detecting Dye Kits for HVAC Systems

    Image of Product. Dye Kit with Sealant. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye Kits for HVAC Systems, Liquid, Fluorescent Blue/Green.

    Dye Kit with Sealant

    Image of Product. Dye Kit. Front orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye Kits for HVAC Systems, Liquid, Fluorescent Yellow.

    Dye Kit

    With bright-colored dye and a fully equipped kit, you have everything you need to spot leaks in your HVAC system. These kits come with the correct amount of dye required for your system's size. Inject the dye into your system and scan it with the UV light—the dye is fluorescent, so it’s easy to spot most leaks right away. For small leaks, let the dye circulate for 24 hours and then inspect it again. Use the dye cleaner before you fix a leak. If the repair isn’t sufficient, you’ll be able to spot more dye.
    Four 0.5 oz. UV Dye and Sealant Containers—Kits with UV dye and sealant are formulated to seal hard-to-find leaks from the inside of your system. The dye and sealant formula is non-polymer and oil soluble, making it safe to stay in your system indefinitely. Reinforce seals from the outside for a permanent fix.
    ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 86 and ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 97—Kits that meet ANSI/ASHRAE adhere to standards for chemical stability.
    SAE J2297—Kits that meet SAE J2297 include dye that was originally made to detect leaks in automotive AC systems.
    Dyes
    Replacement Dyes
    Color
    For Max. HVAC System
    Size, BTU/hr
    Container
    Size, fl. oz.
    Includes
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    Liquid
    Fluorescent Blue/Green168,0000.5Four 0.5 oz. UV Dye and Sealant Containers, Adapter, Carrying Case, Cleaner, Hose Assembly, Injector, UV Light, UV Protective GlassesANSI/ASHRAE Standard 86, ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 977546N1300000007546N14000000
    Fluorescent Yellow760,0008One 8 oz. UV Dye Container, Adapter, Carrying Case, Cleaner, Hose Assembly, Injector, UV Light, UV Protective GlassesSAE J22977546N110000007546N1200000
     

    Leak-Detecting Dye for Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Systems

    Image of Product. Bottle. Side2 orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Systems, Liquid, Fluorescent Yellow, 160 gal. Maximum Amount of Fluid Treated.
    Image of Product. Jug. Side2 orientation. Leak-Detecting Dyes. Leak-Detecting Dye for Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Systems, Liquid, Fluorescent Yellow, 1,280 gal. Maximum Amount of Fluid Treated.

    Bottle

    Jug

    Detect leaks in fuel systems and storage tanks. Add this fluorescent yellow dye to your system and use a UV flashlight (sold separately) to illuminate leaks. Use 1 fl. oz. of dye for every 10 gallons of fuel.
    Container
    Color
    Max. Amt. of
    Fluid Treated, gal.
    Size
    Type
    Each
    Liquid
    Fluorescent Yellow1601 pt.Bottle7507N110000000
    Fluorescent Yellow1,2801 gal.Jug7507N12000000
     
    Lights
    Each
    UV Mini Flashlight for Fluorescent Dye1159N2000000
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