Form-A-Gasket #2 Sealant EACH - Permatex

Specifications

The Permatex Form-A-Gasket #2 Sealant, model 80016-CAN, is a black, viscous paste designed for reliable sealing applications. This sealant weighs 0.23 lbs and has dimensions of 8 x 3.81 x 1 inches. It is formulated to perform within a wide temperature range, from -65°F to 400°F (-54°C to 204°C). The product exhibits a slow-drying characteristic, becoming operational within 4 hours and achieving full cure in 24 hours. It meets Military Specification MIL-S-45180D, Type II, ensuring robust performance in demanding conditions.

Key Features

• Slow-Drying, Non-Hardening Formula: This sealant maintains a flexible, pliable film that does not harden over time, allowing for easy disassembly when maintenance or repairs are needed.
• Fluid Resistance: It effectively resists common shop fluids and fuels, including gasoline, oil, grease, transmission fluid, ethylene glycol, and seawater, ensuring long-lasting seals in various environments.
• Flexible Setting: The sealant's flexible-setting nature is ideal for sealing cut gaskets and stamped parts, accommodating movement and preventing leaks on irregular surfaces.
• Wide Temperature Tolerance: Engineered to operate efficiently across a broad temperature spectrum, from extreme cold to high heat.

Applications

The Permatex Form-A-Gasket #2 Sealant is versatile for various automotive, aviation, and industrial uses. It is commonly applied for dressing and sealing cut gaskets on flexible and stamped parts.

• Automotive: Ideal for sealing valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets, threaded connections, and hose connections. It is suitable for general engine and machinery conditions.
• Industrial & Marine: Used on cover plates, threaded assemblies, and for metal-to-metal applications to prevent fluid leakage.
• Gasket Dressing: Functions effectively as a gasket dressing to enhance the sealing capabilities of pre-formed gaskets.

Benefits

• Prevents Leaks: Forms a dependable seal on flanges, fittings, connections, and flexible assemblies to stop leakage, improving the overall reliability of gasket seals.
• Extends Gasket Life: By providing an additional layer of protection and sealing, it helps prolong the service life of gaskets.
• Facilitates Disassembly: The non-hardening characteristic ensures that components can be easily taken apart later without damaging mating surfaces, simplifying future maintenance.
• Reliable Performance: Qualified under military specifications, this sealant offers proven durability and performance in critical sealing applications.