How many wraps is "properly applied?


"Ted Edwards" wrote in message
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larsen-tools wrote:

I read somewhere that it's not a good idea to uses Teflon tape on
threaded
joints in a hydraulic system.

As I understand it, the TFE "problem" is fine shreds of TFE getting into
the system snd clogging fine jets (e.g. diesel injectors). If properly
applied to pipe threads, it's fine. "Properly applied" means the tape
does not cover or extend beyond the last male thread. I think the
"don't use" mandate is because you can't count on the ham fisted
properly applying it.

Ted