Adhesives, Sealants & Tape

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Bonding, sealing and taping supplies for maintenance, production and construction: tape for packaging, marking, masking and repair, adhesives and glue including epoxies and instant adhesives, sealants and caulk for joints, windows and roofs, and threadlockers and retaining compounds that keep fasteners from loosening under vibration. Facility managers, HVAC and plumbing contractors, assembly lines and fleet shops all draw on this range.

How to choose

  • Identify both surfaces. Metal, plastic, glass, rubber and wood bond differently. Some plastics, such as polyethylene and polypropylene, are hard to bond and need an adhesive made for them.
  • Check the temperature and environment. Look at the service temperature range and whether the joint will see water, oil, chemicals or UV light.
  • Plan for cure time. Read the fixture time (when you can handle the part) and the full cure time (when it reaches full strength). Cold shops slow most cures.
  • Seal or bond. Sealants stay flexible to handle joint movement. Structural adhesives are rigid and carry load. Silicone, polyurethane and hybrid sealants each suit different surfaces and paint needs.
  • Pick the right threadlocker strength. Low and medium strength allow removal with hand tools. High strength usually needs heat to remove.

Surface prep matters as much as the product. Clean with a suitable solvent from penetrants, cleaners and solvents and follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety data sheet. For case quantities of tape or caulk, set up a business account on terms. Shipping carton sealing tape and stretch film are under packing tape, film and strapping.

Common questions

What is the difference between a sealant and an adhesive?

An adhesive holds parts together and carries load. A sealant fills a gap and blocks air, water or fluid, while staying flexible enough to move with the joint.

Can you paint over silicone caulk?

Most pure silicone caulks do not accept paint. If the joint will be painted, choose a paintable acrylic, polyurethane or hybrid sealant.

Which threadlocker color is removable?

By common industry convention, blue is medium strength and removable with hand tools, and red is high strength and usually needs heat to remove. Check the product label, since colors are not a formal standard.

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