how much teflon to use on threads?

[fungia]

i am re-plumbing my return pump and this time will need to use some threaded fittings, it was just glued slip fittings before. my question is how much teflon do i need to make sure it is a secure? i put on a lot my first time but it was very hard to twist on, but i also dont want it to leak or suck in air. tia

 

[Anonymous]

If you are talking about thread tape I put about 2 wraps on the threads, remember to wrap the tape in the op. way so when you tighten the fittings the tape will not unwrap. Always check for leaks.
Andy

 

[Anonymous]

Even fitting is different, since they are not manufactured to tight specification. The amount of tape to use is 2 wrap at minimum. As mentioned, test for leak, and redo if necessary.

 

[DK]

I do 4 to 5. Red or blue cap at Home Depot.

 

[Anonymous]

I do 4-6 wraps. Teflon tape is cheap.

Louey

 

[Anonymous]

I no longer us teflon tape. Instead there is a plumbing thread sealer used on water lines. You put it on the threads with a brush and if its too much it simpley pushes out. Never had a leak. Its safe for drinking water. Oaty makes the one I use and it has teflon in it.

 

[Tackett]

I wrap it and wrap it and wrap it and wrap it untill I have to take a wrench to it to tighten it down.

 

[Anonymous]

I also use the Teflon paste. I haven't done a lot of fitting that way but they seem to work well. Especially on the pressure side of my pool filter. I always had trouble stopping the drip until I used the paste.