When to use tape (or pipe dope) and when not to
Mar 21, 2022 · Teflon tape is good for "trim" fittings, shower heads, tub diverters and the like. Pipe compound is a lubricant, allowing he pipe to reach its intended fitting depth. It isn't a sealer. A …
Do I use teflon tape (propane) for flare connections?
Jul 7, 2025 · Use teflon tape as a sealant on the pipe threads AND your ferule on the aluminum line looks a bit squashed and may leak. You can CAREFULLY wrap one layer of T tape on it …
teflon tape on plastic pipe threads? - Practical Machinist
Mar 22, 2006 · Teflon tape is not a sealant, it just acts as a lubricant so that you can get a tighter friction fit up. Loctite makes a pipe dope that is good on plastic and most everything else. …
Sealing PVC Threads into Brass Valve - DIY Home Improvement …
Mar 11, 2021 · Don't wrap Teflon tape or Teflon paste or pipe dope to add bulk to or to lubricate the joint. Do use a sealant for threaded joints. Don't use "stronger" Schedule 80 threaded …
Thread Sealant for Hydraulic System - Practical Machinist
Jan 30, 2005 · I use multiple wraps of teflon tape where I must use pipe threads. Rector Seal and "Green Stuff" work too. But as you just found out, npt threads don't work well at sealing higher …
Recommended, easy, way to remove teflon tape from pipe threads ...
Feb 15, 2013 · What are the recommended, easy, ways to remove teflon tape from pipe threads? Unfortunately, the pump head had begun to leak, producing funny, if not for my brewing, …
when to use teflon tape? - DIY Home Improvement Forum
Dec 6, 2012 · Dumb question- I don't need to use teflon tape on a fitting that has a rubber washer in it correct? I'm hooking up a dishwasher and just wanted to confirm. The braided supply line …
Changing kitchen faucet, Do I need Teflon tape? Moen to Moen
Apr 17, 2016 · Switching out our current Moen kitchen faucet to a high arc Moen. Any tips on install, do I need Teflon tape on supply lines pictured? Also did previous installer fill the bottom …
Pipe Sealant or Teflon Tape on Sink Supply Line Connections?
Dec 23, 2017 · For residential plumbing, pipe sealant ( teflon tape or pipe thread dope ) is usually applied to NPT ( national pipe tapered ) threads only. If you are unable to tell if the threaded …
Am I right...teflon tape not needed on new faucet lines?
Jan 23, 2011 · Am I correct in thinking teflone tape is not needed on the threads? The water boundary is at the compressed rubber gaskets, not at the thread to thread boundary as in a …