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	System of Measurement System of Measurement

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	Width Width

	Thickness Thickness

	Length Length

	Color Color

	White		Black
	Gray		Red
	Blue		Green
	Silver		Yellow
	Brown		Orange

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Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

	Type Type

Adhesive

Sealant

Thread Sealant

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

Less than 500° F

500° to 999° F

1,000° to 1,999° F

	For Joining For Joining

	For Maximum Thread Diameter For Maximum Thread Diameter

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

FDA Compliant

Mil. Spec.

MIL-A-A-58092 Type II

NSF/ANSI

	For Use Outdoors For Use Outdoors

Yes

	Formulation Formulation

	Minimum Temperature Minimum Temperature

	Maximum Pressure for Gases Maximum Pressure for Gases

	Material Material

Graphite

Plastic

	Maximum Pressure for Fluids Maximum Pressure for Fluids

1,000 to 2,999 psi

10,000 to 10,999 psi

Not Rated

	Density Density

	Manufacturer Manufacturer

Loctite®

	Clarity Clarity

Opaque

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

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About Structural Adhesives

About Sealant Flexibility

Non-Hardening Caulk

Also known as thumb-grade caulk, this forms a non-hardening, moisture-resistant seal that remains pliable.

Butyl rubber has a sticky, gummy consistency.

Butyl mastic has a clay-like consistency.

3M Butyl Rubber Strip

Butyl Rubber Strip

									Black
Mfr. Model No.	Wd.	Thick.	Lg., ft.	Tensile Strength	Hardness	Temp. Range, °F	For Joining	Number of Pieces		Each
08578	5/16"	5/16"	1	Not Rated	Not Rated	-20° to 200°	Metal Plastic Asphalt Composites Glass Masonry Wood	60	0000000	000000
5354	1/4"	1/8"	50	Not Rated	Medium Hard (Durometer 60A)	-50° to 190°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Glass Glass Wood Wood to Glass	1	0000000	00000
5354	1/4"	1/4"	25	Not Rated	Medium Hard (Durometer 60A)	-50° to 190°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Glass Glass Wood Wood to Glass	1	00000000	00000
5354	3/8"	1/8"	50	Not Rated	Medium Hard (Durometer 60A)	-50° to 190°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Glass Glass Wood Wood to Glass	1	0000000	00000
5354	3/4"	1/8"	50	Not Rated	Medium Hard (Durometer 60A)	-50° to 190°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Glass Glass Wood Wood to Glass	1	0000000	000000

Butyl Mastic Strip

							Brown		Gray
Dia.	Lg., ft.	Tensile Strength	Hardness	Temp. Range, °F	For Joining	Number of Pieces		Each		Each
3/16"	30	Not Rated	Not Rated	-30° to 150°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Glass Glass Masonry Wood	8	000000	00	00000000	00000
3/16"	45	Not Rated	Not Rated	-30° to 150°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Glass Glass Masonry Wood	8	00000000	00000	0000000	0000
3/16"	90	Not Rated	Not Rated	-30° to 150°	Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Glass Glass Masonry Wood	8	00000000	0000	0000000	0000

Caulking Tape

Press this adhesive-backed plastic tape into place for an immediate light-duty seal. It has a score line for easy installation in a corner.

PET Plastic with Butyl Rubber Adhesive
Wd.	Thick.	Lg., ft.	Reaches Full Strength	Tensile Strength	Hardness	Temp. Range, °F	For Joining	Color		Each
7/8"	1/4"	11	12 hrs.	Not Rated	Not Rated	55° to 80°	Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Glass, Masonry, Wood	White	0000000	00000

Thread Sealant Tape

Made of PTFE, this tape has a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding to make parts easy to assemble.

PTFE tape with graphite creates a better seal between threads than plain PTFE tape, which helps prevent fluid and gas leaks. The graphite attaches to the PTFE, so this tape does not emit harmful VOCs.

			Max. Pressure, psi
Mfr. Model No.	Wd.	Lg., yd.	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Color		Each
3M PTFE
0.003" Thick.
547	1/4"	36	Not Rated	Not Rated	-40° to 170°	6"	White	0000000	000000
547	3/8"	36	Not Rated	Not Rated	-40° to 170°	6"	White	0000000	00000
547	1/2"	36	Not Rated	Not Rated	-40° to 170°	6"	White	0000000	00000
547	3/4"	36	Not Rated	Not Rated	-40° to 170°	6"	White	0000000	00000
547	1"	36	Not Rated	Not Rated	-40° to 170°	6"	White	0000000	00000

			Max. Pressure, psi							Each
Wd.	Lg., yd.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Specifications Met	Color		1-11	12-Up
PTFE
0.0032" Thick.
1/4"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1/2"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
3/8"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3/4"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	0000	0000
1/2"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	0000	0000
3/4"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	0000	0000
1"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	2"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	0000	0000
1 1/2"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	0000	0000
2"	14	0.7	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	4"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, MIL-T-27730, UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000

			Max. Pressure, psi
Wd.	Lg., yd.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Color		Each
ePTFE with Graphite
0.002" Thick.
5/8"	27	0.8	2,900	2,900	-400° to 500°	1 1/4"	Gray	0000000	00000

High-Density Thread Sealant Tape

This tape has a higher density than standard tape for a better seal between threads. Made of PTFE, it has a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding to make parts easy to assemble.

				Max. Pressure, psi
Mfr. Model No.	Wd.	Lg., yd.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Color		Each
3M PTFE
0.003" Thick.
48	1/2"	7	1.3	Not Rated	Not Rated	-450° to 400°	6"	White	0000000	000000

			Max. Pressure, psi							Each
Wd.	Lg., yd.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Specifications Met	Color		1-11	12-Up
PTFE
0.0032" Thick.
1/4"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1/2"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
1/4"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	Gray	0000000	0000	0000
3/8"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3/4"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	0000	0000
3/8"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3/4"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	Gray	0000000	0000	0000
1/2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	0000	0000
1/2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	Gray	0000000	0000	0000
3/4"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	0000	0000
3/4"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	Gray	0000000	0000	0000
1"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	2"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	0000
1"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	Gray	0000000	00000	0000
1 1/2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
1 1/2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	Gray	0000000	00000	00000
2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	4"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550 UL Listed C-UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
0.0035" Thick.
1/4"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	0000	0000
3/8"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
1/2"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
3/4"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
1"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
1 1/2"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000
2"	14	1.9	10,000	10,800	-450° to 550°	6"	MIL-T-27730 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed MIL-A-A-58092 Type II	White	0000000	00000	00000

			Max. Pressure, psi							Each
Wd.	Lg., yd.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Specifications Met	Color		1-11	12-Up
PTFE with Nickel Filler
0.0035" Thick.
1/4"	14	1.4	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1/2"	UL Listed C-UL Listed	Gray	00000000	00000	00000
3/8"	14	1.4	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3/4"	UL Listed C-UL Listed	Gray	00000000	00000	0000
1/2"	14	1.4	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1"	UL Listed C-UL Listed	Gray	00000000	00000	0000
3/4"	14	1.4	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	UL Listed C-UL Listed	Gray	00000000	00000	00000
1"	14	1.4	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	2"	UL Listed C-UL Listed	Gray	00000000	00000	00000
0.004" Thick.
1/4"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
3/8"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
1/2"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
3/4"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
1"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
1 1/2"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000
2"	14	1.9	10,500	11,500	-450° to 550°	6"	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105 FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600 UL Listed	White	0000000	00000	00000

Choose-a-Color High-Density Thread Sealant Tape

Use color to identify water, gas, and chemical connections. This tape has a higher density than standard tape for a better seal between threads. Made of PTFE, it has a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding to make parts easy to assemble.

			Max. Pressure, psi							Each
Wd.	Lg., yd.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		1-11	12-Up
PTFE
0.0032" Thick.
1/4"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1/2"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	00000	00000
3/8"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3/4"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	0000	0000
1/2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	0000	0000
3/4"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	0000	0000
1"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	2"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	00000	0000
1 1/2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	3"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	00000	00000
2"	14	1.2	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	4"	MIL-A-A-58092 Type II MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Green, Orange, Red, Yellow	00000000	00000	00000

Thread Sealant Cord

Wind this multifilament cord into the grooves of tapered pipe threads to quickly create a seal. It can be applied to metal pipe up to size 4 NPT and plastic pipe up to size 1 1/2 NPT. The container includes a built-in cutter for fast application. After tightening, pipe can be loosened up to an eighth of a turn without leaking. Sealant meets NSF/ANSI 61 for use with drinking water in systems up to 180° F.

Mfr. Model No.	Lg., ft.	Density, g/cm³	Max. Pressure for Fluids, psi	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Color	Specifications Met		Each
55	525	1.25	10,000	Not Rated to 300°	4"	White	NSF/ANSI 61	000000	000000

Thread Sealant Tape for Stainless Steel Threads

This tape contains nickel to prevent seizing and galling associated with stainless steel threaded connections. It’s also good for use with other metals. This tape has a higher density than standard tape for a better seal between threads. Made of PTFE, it has a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding to make parts easy to assemble.

			Max. Pressure, psi							Each
Wd.	Lg., ft.	Density, g/cm³	For Fluids	For Gases	Temp. Range, °F	For Max. Thread Dia.	Specifications Met	Color		1-11	12-Up
PTFE with Nickel
0.0043" Thick.
1/4"	43	1.05	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Gray	0000000	00000	00000
3/8"	43	1.05	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Gray	0000000	0000	0000
1/2"	50	1.05	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Gray	0000000	00000	0000
3/4"	21	1.05	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Gray	0000000	0000	0000
1"	43	1.05	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Gray	0000000	00000	00000
1 1/2"	43	1.05	10,000	10,000	-450° to 550°	1 1/2"	MIL-T-27730 UL Listed	Gray	0000000	00000	00000

Glass Sealing Rope

Press this pliable rope into place to hold glass in window frames and seal leaks. It’s also known as glazing compound. The rope is non-sagging, so it won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. It’s good for use between dissimilar materials and in environments with wide temperature fluctuation. Remove the peel-off liner to install.

Butyl Rubber
Dia.	Lg., ft.	Tensile Strength, psi	Hardness	Application Temp. Range, °F	Temp. Range, °F	For Joining	Color		Each
1/4"	20	16	Soft (Durometer 15A)	-5° to 120°	-40° to 180°	Metal Metal to Glass Glass Wood Wood to Glass	Gray	0000000	000000

Fire-Rated Glass Sealing Tape

Seal glass windows in metal and wood fire-rated doors. Also known as glazing tape, it has an adhesive back with a peel-off liner.

Fire Safety
Rating, min.	Standard	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Tensile Strength, psi	Hardness	Application Temp. Range, °F	Max. Temp., °F	For Joining	Color		Each
Aluminum
3/64" Thick.
45	UL 10C	7/16"	8	230	Not Rated	10° to 155°	1800°	Metal Metal to Glass Glass Wood	White	0000000	000000
45	UL 10C	7/16"	14	230	Not Rated	10° to 155°	1800°	Metal Metal to Glass Glass Wood	White	0000000	00000
5/64" Thick.
90	UL 10C	7/16"	16	230	Not Rated	10° to 155°	1800°	Metal Metal to Glass Glass	White	000000000	00000

Reusable Adhesive Putty

Pull off a small piece of putty and stick lightweight objects to your surface. It removes without leaving stains or residue on most surfaces and is reusable.

Container
Net Weight, oz.	Type	Consistency	Temp. Range, °F	Color	For Joining		Each
1	Strip	Putty	70° to 100°	Blue	Ceramic, Glass, Masonry, Metal, Wood	000000	00000

Conductive Adhesives for Electronics

An alternative to solder, these flexible, silver-filled adhesives accommodate joint movement. Use them to bond electrical components and repair circuits.

Thermoplastic adhesives are one-part adhesives that don’t need to be mixed. Dry to the touch and faster and easier to apply than two-part adhesives, they’re best for use on automated assembly lines. Often used to join solar cells in solar panels, these adhesives make instant electrical connections without flux at lower temperatures than soldering. Since they attach to solar cells with heat and slight pressure, they limit stress cracks that can form when soldering. These adhesives can also be used as a bridge between multiple solar panels.

Thermoplastic Adhesives

Strip

Strip with Adhesive on One Side
Lg.	Wd.	Thick.	Melting Temp., °F	Max. Temp., °F	Begins to Harden	Reaches Full Strength	Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K	Surface Resistivity, ohms-cm	Consistency	For Joining		Each
12"	1/16"	0.001"	250°	300°	5 sec.	5 sec.	12	0.0001	Film	Metal	00000000	00000