L0X-8® Paste
LOX-8 Paste is a PCTFE/PTFE thread sealant engineered to work with industrial gasses, cryogenic liquids, and aggressive chemicals. Providing superior performance, LOX-8 Paste allows for easy assembly and disassembly, prevents stainless steel galling, and fills thread gaps to prevent liquid and gaseous leaks. LOX-8 Paste works great with oil-based systems, hydraulic oils, and fuels. LOX-8 is recommended for use as both a lubricant and as a sealant.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Paste
Product families
Applications
- Pipes & Plumbing
- Sealants & Caulks
Product Families
- Caulks & Sealants
Other characteristics
- Brand
- LOX-8
- Product Type
- 1K (1 component) Sealant
- Application Area
- Pipes
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Metal, Stainless Steel, Steel
- Markets
- Building & Construction
- Benefits
Formulated for wet conditions and dry applications. High-density, inert thread sealant; Remains stable up to 550°F; Oxygen-safe, gaseous & liquid; Not affected by harsh chemicals such as chlorines, hypochlorites or powerful oxidizers; A multi-purpose, cross-functional sealant; Allows you to standardize on one sealant, replacing all the pipe sealants in your tool box or factory. Eliminates plumbing errors, standardizes inventory and practices; PCTFE/PTFE dispersion formulation; Wide continuous service temperature range -400°F to +550°F; Chemically inert; Anti-galling, anti-seize, anti-corrosive; Prevents pipe damage on stainless steel, steel, and plastic; Silicone-free; Insidiously wets to threads; Non-migrating, non-hardening; Seals all sizes and types of threaded joints; Permits repetitive assembly and disassembly; Eliminates challenges associated with tape; Formulated for wet and dry conditions; Super hydrophobic; Hydrocarbon free; Non-toxic, solvent-free, non-hazardous, odorless, non-flammable, VOC-free
- Application Method
Clean the male and female threads of any dirt or oil.; Starting one to two threads back from the end of the male fitting, use your finger to liberally apply LOX-8 Paste to fill the threads.; Fit and torque the male and female pieces together. Hand tighten or use standard pipe tools to torque; Wipe off excess sealant; Be careful not to over-tighten fittings, especially plastic, pvc, or cast iron, as the fittings may crack; For re-application, wipe surfaces with lint-free cloth. Acetone wipe as needed. Okay to re-apply over existing LOX-8 paste
- Technology
- Ready-to-Use Products
- Health and Safety
LOX-8 Paste is a very safe, solvent-free product. Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 and WHMIS. Not hazardous under the consumer product safety regulations. Avoid contact with the eyes. Wash hands with soap and water after use. In case of eye contact: flush with water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If swallowed, call a poison center or doctor for advice.
- Storage/Shipping/Handling
Always keep unused product in original container, tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry ventilated area. Avoid freezing and excessive heat during storage and shipping. DOT-classified as non-hazardous, can be shipped by air with no shipping restrictions.
- Approvals
- NASA-tested (ASTM G72-82 and ASTM G86)
- NSF-approved for food processing areas
- BAM-tested
- WHA high pressure oxygen tested
- Praxair GS-38 approved
- Ready to Use Product Features
- Corrosion Resistant
- Creep Resistant
- High Density
- High Resilience
- Service Life Extension
- Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
- Metal
- Stainless Steel
- Steel
