NCC1701A Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 I need something to seal a small leak in the point of two metal pipes. This is a stainless pipe with a right angle thread going to a water filter reduction input valve which is also metal. I could use some PVC glue but I was wondering if there was something specifically for leaks on metal, maybe sets faster and more dense than PVC glue. Also I don't want to disassemble this thing if I can avoid it. Just paint something all over it. ???? And can this stuff be found in Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DepDavid Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 JB weld if you can find it. Try a good auto parts store. You may end up taking it apart and replumbing it. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveK Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 Not sure where you live but Thai welders are very cheap, had a hole in my BBQ welded up for 100 baht. That's cheaper than araldite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGW Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 Super glue and baking soda. https://www.instructables.com/id/Baking-Soda-Reinforcing-Glue-Repair/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bankruatsteve Posted July 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 2, 2019 Actually, PVC glue is for PVC - not much else. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post eyecatcher Posted July 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 2, 2019 If its around the thread thats leaking then a simple rubber washer gasker/o ring is the answer. basically the same as what comes with every new tap 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thainesss Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 Hard to tell without a picture of the issue. But if it’s leaking at the threads you need to take it apart and use thread sealer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Artisi Posted July 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 2, 2019 1 hour ago, DepDavid said: JB weld if you can find it. Try a good auto parts store. You may end up taking it apart and replumbing it. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Just to add a little extra, auto store or lotus (have see it there) or homrpro etc, it's a 2 part epoxy mix in small tubes for repairing leaky car radiators of small pipe leaks etc. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post shy coconut Posted July 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 2, 2019 From the topic title, I thought you were having incontinence issues ???????? 2 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted July 2, 2019 Author Share Posted July 2, 2019 2 hours ago, DepDavid said: JB weld if you can find it. in Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Artisi Posted July 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 2, 2019 This is 2 part epoxy, bought it in lotus quiet a few years back. Just cut off how much you need mix it together then apply to the leak. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted July 2, 2019 Author Share Posted July 2, 2019 6 minutes ago, Artisi said: This is 2 part epoxy, bought it in lotus quiet a few years back. Just cut off how much you need mix it together then apply to the leak. https://www.lazada.co.th/products/pattex-duro-1oz-i220947624-s337079268.html?spm=a2o4m.searchlist.list.13.1b0d5cc1ffRDUi&search=1 thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Crossy Posted July 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 2, 2019 Don't forget, any "epoxy" type fix is going to be permanent, permanent in that, even if it still leaks it's not coming off, ever. I would bite the bullet and pull it apart and use either PTFE tape or one of the splodgy pipe sealers (which don't entirely set and can still be pulled apart). 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 https://www.lazada.co.th/products/alteco-epoxy-a-b-steel-100-2-4-2-ton-epoxy-i249879789-s385316342.html?s 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooked Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 Even if it works temporarily, applying something to the surface won't work for long. If you can't unscrew the pipe you will have to cut it and find or have somebody make for you, a new piece. I'm betting that no sealant was used when connecting the pipe so you should be bale to remove, apply sealing tape and epoxy, and replace it in ten minutes. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 Help! My Pipe Is Leaking! When I read the topic I was going to suggest anti biotics but then realised it was actually plumbing that was leaking. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 When I read your headline...I just thought to myself.... "Where have all the pipe smokers gone" ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Dwyer Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 If it’s a thread then you need to do as Crossy says and use ptfe tape or thread sealant which is white ( not to be confused with thread locker which is commonly blue ).My local SCG stockist has a display of Loctite products, check yours out.Should look something like this :( the number might vary due to: high pressure or high temperature etc variations ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaurene Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 If it is leaking from the thread take it apart and use the white tape and wind it around the thread then conect it again. Make sure you wind the tape anti clockwise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bankruatsteve Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 11 minutes ago, shaurene said: Make sure you wind the tape anti clockwise. If facing the thread it should be wound clockwise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianezy0 Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 (edited) If your pipe is leaking then I would suggest adult diapers. believe me they do work very well. good luck ???? Edited July 3, 2019 by ianezy0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeeraponW Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 Milliput..... email [email protected] for details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunolem Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, PatOngo said: Help! My Pipe Is Leaking! When I read the topic I was going to suggest anti biotics but then realised it was actually plumbing that was leaking. Leaking is a sure sign of old age, and galaxy NCC1701A is very old indeed, so it is no surprise to see things quickly deteriorating over there. Maybe NCC... could take inspiration from the central banks trying to fix the multiple leaks in their dying financial system: plug the leaks with his fingers... Edited July 3, 2019 by Brunolem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtrnuno41 Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 connector thread is taped with PTFE tape? Connection is welded or with sleeve inside to close? SLeeve is placed well and not upside down? Is cap for the sleeve tightened well? Are there any cracks in the connections, they fitted it way to tight? Stainless and the other metal what is that, also stainless? IF you have 2 different kind of materials together , it can give electro chemical corrosion and in time one of the metals is breaking down. Seen it all. Get your hands dirty and fix it right 555. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Refresh Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 Hi - the last post is good advice.....it sounds like you have a compression joint (screw in and the tighter it is the more compression the better the seal - but dont over tighten and break the threads)...the last post is the key - PTFE tape (about 16 baht a roll - I have even seen it for sale in some 7-11s). You need a minimum of 6 layers of PTFE tape on the 'male thread'...I would go for 8 layers (8 times around the male thread - if 8 times does not do it then try a few more turns - start from scratch each time with the tape); then you merely screw the male into the female thread...ensure there is no liquid on any of the components before you do this as a liquid cannot be compressed and therefore can get in the way of a good seal. I would not use thread locking compounds, gasket paste or anything else - the PTFE tape is cheap and last pretty much forever as the piece making the seal is not exposed to air or water and therefore does not oxidise or reduce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bankruatsteve Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 Yah. I don't think there was ever a good description or photo of the problem connection (?) but, like someone said, if it is the typical faucet type that is supposed to have an "O" ring then it should be a simple matter of making sure it has an undamaged "O" ring and hand tighten. No need for anything else in that case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dionigi Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 On 7/2/2019 at 3:23 PM, CGW said: Super glue and baking soda. https://www.instructables.com/id/Baking-Soda-Reinforcing-Glue-Repair/ Superglue dissolves in water thats how they unglue your skin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraday Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 1 minute ago, Dionigi said: Superglue dissolves in water thats how they unglue your skin Not sure that's true. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323532.php 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGW Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 7 minutes ago, faraday said: Not sure that's true. I would have to agree. While on the subject of glues - anyone know what type of adhesives are used when aircraft parts are "stuck" together? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratcatcher Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 On 7/2/2019 at 5:22 PM, NCC1701A said: in Thailand? When I saw the headline, I thought you were having trouble with your hookah leaking. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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