LOCTITE® 55
Features and Benefits
Thread sealing cord, which provides immediate full pressure sealing and allows for re-adjustments.
LOCTITE® 55 is a general-purpose thread-sealing cord designed for sealing threaded metal and plastic pipes and fittings. It’s the ideal choice for a quick, easy and reliable seal on hot, cold and drinking water and gas (LPG) or hydrogen applications. Resists temperatures up to 149°C (300°F). Unlike PTFE tape, LOCTITE 55 offers versatility on installation by allowing pipe joints to be re-adjusted up to 45 degrees without any risk of shredding or leakage.
- Tested in accordance with EN 751-2 Class ARp and DIN 30660
- DVGW/KTW approval for gas and potable water
- Certified to NSF/ANSI, Standard 61
- WRAS listed – approval number 1807518, meets BS 6920 for potable water: 0808533
- Complies with KIWA GASTEC QA AR 214 requirements for hydrogen gas
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Technical Information
| Agency approvals / certificates / specifications | DVGW, KTW, NSF, WRAS |
| Applications | Thread sealing |
| Color | White |
| Operating temperature | -55.0 - 150.0 °C (-65.0 - 300.0 °F ) |
How to
LOCTITE® 55
Thread sealing cord, which provides immediate full pressure sealing and allows for re-adjustments.