RS PRO White PTFE Tape, 5m x 12mm x 0.2mm
- RS Stock No.:
- 0231964
- Brand:
- RS PRO
Technical Reference
Legislation and Compliance
RoHS Certificate of Compliance
EU Directives 2011/65/EU and 2015/863 restrict the use of the 10 substances below in the manufacture of specified types of electrical equipment.
Whilst this restriction does not legally apply to components, it is recognised that component “compliance” is relevant to many customers.
RS definition of RoHS Compliance:
- The product does not contain any of the restricted substances in concentrations and applications banned by the Directive,
- and for components, the product is capable of being worked on at the higher temperatures required by lead–free soldering
The restricted substances and maximum allowed concentrations in the homogenous material are, by weight:
| Substance | Concentration |
| Lead | 0.1% |
| Mercury | 0.1% |
| PBB (Polybrominated Biphenyls) | 0.1% |
| PBDE ( Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers) | 0.1% |
| Hexavalent Chromium | 0.1% |
| Cadmium | 0.01% |
| DEHP (Bis (2-Ethylhexl) phthalate) | 0.1% |
| BBP (Benzyl butyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
| DBP (Dibutyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
| DIBP (Diisobutyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
The supplier of the item listed below has informed RS Components that the product is "RoHS Compliant".
RS Components has taken all reasonable steps to confirm this statement. Information relates only to products sold on or after the date of this certificate.
| RS stock number | 0231964 |
| Product description | RS PRO White PTFE Tape, 5m x 12mm x 0.2mm |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
RS Components Ltd, Birchington Road, Corby, Northants, NN17 9RS, UK
Statement of Conformity
This statement confirms that the product detailed below complies with the specifications currently published in the RS media and has been subject to the strict quality conditions imposed by RS Components’ internal management systems. Furthermore and where applicable, it confirms that all relevant semiconductor devices have been handled and packed under conditions that meet the administrative and technical requirements of ANSI/ESD S20.20 and EN61340-5-1 electrostatics control standards.
| RS stock number | 0231964 |
| Product description | RS PRO White PTFE Tape, 5m x 12mm x 0.2mm |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
The foregoing information relates to product sold on, or after, the date shown below.
RS COMPONENTS
| Date | Dec 31, 2024 |
RS Components Pte Ltd Robinson Road, P.O. Box 1582, Singapore 903132
Country of Origin: NL
Product Details
RS PRO PTFE Extra Thick PTFE Tape
This exceptional RS PRO Extra thick PTFE thread seal tape is also called plumbers tape or thread seal tape and is often used piping and ductwork application for sealing threaded pipe joints. Its non-adhesive backing makes it easy to handle, and the extra thick tape allows for a smaller overlap. The tape is sold cut to specific widths and wound on a spool which makes it easy to wind around your pipe threads.
Some of PTFE’s key material characteristics are the fact that it’s both extremely low friction, and is hydrophobic (meaning it repels water). This makes PTFE tape incredibly useful for a wide range of plumbing and pipework jobs with pipe fittings etc.
Features and Benefits
Extra thick PTFE tape designed for sealing threads in just one wrap
Only requires 50% overlap on the thread for BS21 thread up to 2 inches.
Suitable for more aggressive environments where acids, gases or solvents may be present
Easy to apply and handle
Robust pressure resistant
FAQ's
Where would you use RS PRO PTFE tape?
The RS PRO PTFE tape can be used when fitting compression joints and is widely used by plumbers and DIY enthusiasts on radiator valves and taps.
How much PTFE tape to use?
To create a good seal wrap the tape it only requires a 50% overlap round the components to create a better seal.
How to use RS PRO PTFE Tape?
• Always clean the thread pipes before beginning to apply your tape
• Wrap the tape in the direction of the threaded spiral of the male thread, always beginning with the first thread. Wrapping the wrong way may result in it coming unwound as you tighten the fitting. Do not overhang the tape
• Keep the edge of the tape parallel to the face of the fitting and wrap all the threads
• When you have wrapped enough tape around, cut or tear off the excess
• Press firmly to ensure the tape lies flat
• Tighten the male end connection into the female end connection
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Brand | RS PRO |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +260 °C |
| Thickness | 0.2 mm |
| Colour | White |
| Width | 12 mm |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -200 °C |
| Length | 5 m |