{"product_id":"rectorseal-ptfe-pipe-thread-sealant-31553","title":"Rectorseal PTFE Pipe Thread Sealant - 31553","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRectorseal PTFE Pipe Thread Sealant - 31553\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore a leak-resistant threaded pipe connection\u003c\/strong\u003e with this universal\/spec-match Rectorseal PTFE Pipe Thread Sealant - 31553. This PTFE-enriched thread sealant helps seal and lubricate threaded joints during assembly and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e31553 is a universal\/spec-match Rectorseal thread sealant used when threaded pipe joints need a dependable paste sealant rather than tape alone. Reapply it any time a threaded connection is disassembled or when an old joint compound has dried out and no longer seals reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal and compatible plastic threaded pipe connections for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical service where a PTFE-based paste thread sealant is specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease confirm the fitting type, thread compatibility, sealant type, and intended service application before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it time to replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seepage at a threaded joint, bubbles during pressure testing, repeated small leaks after assembly, or connections that gall during tightening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible\/Sensory Cues:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried compound on the threads, old yellowed sealant residue, dampness around the fitting, or a connection that seeps after being reworked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean old compound from both male and female threads before reapplying sealant so the new layer can fill thread gaps instead of sitting on residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\" style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e31553\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eRectorseal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003ePTFE Pipe Thread Sealant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"RECTORSEAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45448957100211,"sku":"31553","price":20.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/7322\/0019\/files\/media_c0864166-d92e-4c8a-9d57-963e12b50eaa.jpg?v=1782979050","url":"https:\/\/www.homeownersapplianceparts.com\/products\/rectorseal-ptfe-pipe-thread-sealant-31553","provider":"Homeowners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}