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Permatex® Sensor-Safe Blue RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

Permatex® Sensor-Safe Blue RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

Gasketing

Features and Benefits:

OEM specified. The original Permatex Blue now with low odor formula. Will not foul oxygen sensors. Replaces almost any cut gasket. Makes reliable “formed-in-place” gaskets that resist cracking, shrinking and migrating. Coats pre-cut gaskets to increase reliability. Temperature range -65°F to 500°F (-54°C to 260°C) intermittent; resists auto and shop fluids.

DIRECTIONS:

  1. For best results, clean and dry all surfaces with a residue-free solvent, such as Permatex® Brake and Parts Cleaner.
  2. Cut nozzle to desired bead size – gaskets are best formed using a 1/16″ to 1/4″ (2 to 6 mm) bead.
  3. Apply a continuous and even bead of silicone to one surface; surround all bolt holes. Assemble parts immediately. Finger tighten bolts until material begins to squeeze out around flange. Allow to dry for one hour then retighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn.
  4. Silicone dries in 1 hour, and fully cures in 24 hours. Allow more time in cold or very dry conditions.
  5. Replace cap after use. Clean hands with dry cloth or Permatex® Fast Orange® Hand Cleaner. Clean tools with non-flammable cleaning fluid.

NOTE: Not recommended for use on head gaskets or parts in contact with gasoline.

Automobile:

Suggested Applications: Valve covers, oil pans, timing covers, water pumps, and thermostat housings.

Marine: 

Suggested Applications:

Valve covers, oil pans, intake manifold end seals, timing covers, water pumps, thermostat housings

 

View Permatex® Sensor-Safe Blue RTV Silicone Gasket Maker SDS HERE

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Permatex® Sensor-Safe High-Temp RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

Permatex® Sensor-Safe High-Temp RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

Gasketing

Features and Benefits:

The high temp first generation gasket maker formulated for oxygen sensor equipped engines. Temperature range of -65°F to 650°F (-54°C to 343°C) intermittent; resists auto and shop fluids.

DIRECTIONS:

  1. For best results, clean and dry all surfaces with a residue-free solvent such as Permatex® Brake Cleaner.
  2. Cut nozzle to desired bead size. Gaskets are best formed using a _?__” to _?_” bead.
  3. Apply a continuous, even bead of silicone to one surface, surrounding all bolt holes. Assemble parts immediately while silicone is still wet. Finger tighten until material begins to squeeze out around flange. Allow to dry for onehour then retighten _?_ to _?_ turn.
  4. Silicone will skin over in one hour and fully cure in 24 hours under normal conditions. Allow more time for coldor very dry conditions.
  5. Clean uncured silicone from hands, tools and clothing with Permatex® Fast Orange® Hand Cleaner.

NOTE: Not recommended for use on head gaskets or parts in contact with gasoline.

NOTE: Due to warranty issues, technology changes (i.e. sensors, etc.), aluminum components, Part No. 27BR can be replaced with ULTRA COPPER®, Part No. 81878 for optimal sealing performance.

Automobile:

Suggested Applications:

Valve covers, oil pans, timing covers, water pumps, and thermostat housings.

View Permatex® Sensor-Safe High-Temp RTV Silicone Gasket Maker SDS HERE

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Permatex® Super “300” Form-A-Gasket® Sealant

Permatex® Super “300” Form-A-Gasket® Sealant

Gasketing

Features and Benefits:

Non-hardening sealant designed to resist heat transfer fluids such as oil or antifreeze. Temperature range -65°F to 400°F (-54°C to 204°C); resists antifreeze, aviation fuels, aggressive detergent bearing oils and lubricants.

DIRECTIONS:

Clean and dry surfaces to be sealed with Permatex® Parts & Brake Cleaner for best results. Apply athin layer of Super “300”® Form-A-Gasket® Sealant to the surfaces, then assemble. Keep can closed when not in use.

Automobile:

Suggested Applications: Valve cover gaskets, compressors, and diesel applications.

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View Permatex® Super “300” Form-A-Gasket® Sealant SDS HERE

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Permatex® Super High Tack™ Gasket Sealant

Permatex® Super High Tack™ Gasket Sealant

Gasketing

Features and Benefits:

Non-hardening for easy disassembly. Keeps large gaskets in place during positioning and assembly. “Clean hands” formula won’t stain. Temperature range -65°F to 400°F (-54°C to 204°C); resists engine fluids including diesel fuels and synthetic oils.

DIRECTIONS:

For light duty and semi-permanent assemblies:

  1. Apply Permatex® High Tack™ to both surfaces; allow to dry until “tacky.”
  2. Press parts into position. Avoid stress on bonded parts for 3 hours.

For heavy-duty and permanent assemblies:

  1. Apply Permatex® High Tack™ to both surfaces; allow to dry until “tacky.”
  2. Reapply to base surface and bond immediately. Avoid stress on bondedparts for 3 hours.
  3. Remove excess material with lacquer thinner (Do not use lacquer thinner on painted surfaces).

Automobile:

Suggested Applications: Seals rubber, cork, paper and composite gaskets, and hose connections.

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View Permatex® Super High Tack™ Gasket Sealant SDS HERE

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Permatex® Ultra Rubber Gasket Sealant & Dressing

Permatex® Ultra Rubber Gasket Sealant & Dressing

Gasketing

Features and Benefits:

Formulated specially for rubber gaskets, it conditions gaskets for longer life and seals potential leak paths. It also functions to hold gaskets in place during installation. The non-hardening, soft-setting formula makes gasket repositioning quick and easy. Provides outstanding oil and fluid resistance. Temperature range -65°F to 400°F (-54°C to 204°C).

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Clean flange surfaces thoroughly.
  2. Pierce top of tube with back of cap and apply a thin even coat of Ultra Rubber Gasket Sealant & Dressing to all sides of gasket. Allow to air dry until it becomes somewhat “tacky”.
  3. Align gasket, press into place and assemble.
  4. Tighten to specified torque values.

Automobile:

Suggested Applications: Designed for use on all cut and formed rubber gaskets, but also great to condition and extend the life of composite, paper and cork gaskets.

Motorcycle:

Suggested Applications: Rocker cover gaskets

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View Permatex® Ultra Rubber Gasket Sealant & Dressing SDS HERE

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Permatex® Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

Permatex® Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

Gasketing

Features and Benefits:

A noncorrosive, sensor-safe RTV silicone gasket material formulated specifically for water pumps and thermostat housings. Highest water-glycol resistance available in an RTV silicone.

DIRECTIONS:

Surfaces should be clean and dry. Apply an even, continuous 1/8″ bead of silicone to one surface, surrounding all bolt holes. Remove excess at once with knife. Assemble parts immediately. Do not squeeze out silicone by over tightening bolts. Silicone fully cures in 24 hours. Replace cap after use. Clean hands with dry cloth or Fast Orange® hand cleaner. Clean tools with non-flammable cleaning fluid.

Note: Not recommended for use on head gaskets or parts in contact with gasoline.

Automobile:

Suggested Applications: Water pump and thermostat housings

Marine:

Suggested Applications: Water pump and thermostat housings

View Permatex® Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker SDS HERE

View Permatex® Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker Product Information HERE

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