Lavatit 17 is an easy break, a smooth consistency, lead free jointing. Lavatit 17 is a thick consistency for use on surfaces made uneven by corrosion or these bearing heavy tool marks, etc. If used on screw threaded joints. It is recommended that it only use on those fitting with a diameter of 12-40 mm for fitting layers than 40 mm, it is strongly advisable incorporate hemp (or fiber) reinforcement, suitability welted with Lavatit 17 into the treads.
Lavatit 17 jointing is ideal for use on all types of flanged or screw threaded joints at high temp.(1100 °C) and Pressure and have been formulated to meet the most exacting requirements of the Automotives, Marine, Electrical and General Engineering Industries.
Lavatit 17 is suitable for use on pipe work carrying water, steam, oils, fuel and diesel oil, petrol or compressed air.