RBX Tape

Pipe Repair System

Water-curing, impregnated, fibreglass reinforced fabric bandage for repairing pipelines and connection elements. Specially designed for low-cost and long-lasting repair of water and oil pipes. Adheres to metal, porcelain, glass and most plastics. Suitable for the most diverse forms such as: fittings, elbows and connections. Knitted version. Well suited for repairs on corner joints, arches and other shaped fittings. Increases in some cases the pressure resistance in the area of repair.

Size Pipe Repair Bandage
50 mm
Dual-Component Putty
56 g
Art. Nr. 28 0500 00 12 9999 00
Basis Hydrophilic Polyurethane / Aramide Fibre
Colour White
Odour Neutral
Dimensions 51 mm x 1.8 m
Packaging Hermetically sealed foil bag
Pipe Diameter up to 50 mm (maximum)
Working Time 2 min, (depending on pipe temperature)
Initial Cure 7 – 10 min
Final Cure 45 – 60 min
Transversal Strength 50 N/mm² after 15 min
Pressure Resistance 30 bar / 3 MPa (depending on pipe temperature)
Service Temperature 150ºC, maximum
Chemical Resistance Most dilute acids, brine, oils, toluene, white spirit, xylene, sodium hydroxide, saturated soda solution, fuel oil, kerosene, ethyl, alcohol, diesel, acetone, sodium hydroxide solution 50%

RBX Tape

Water-Curing Fibreglass Bandage

Special Features:

  • Ready to use immediately without measurement or mixing.
  • Can be activated with tap water or salt water.
  • Quick re-commissioning of the pipe system.
  • Non-combustible and easy to use.

Areas of Application

Refrigeration and air-conditioning, heating and plumbing, industrial plants, farms, public utilities, building maintenance, etc.

Application Examples

  • Sealing and reinforcing of pipes and fittings.
  • Repair of cracks or holes in pipes, fittings and elbows.
  • Repairing underwater cables.
  • Corrosion protection on press fittings and on girth welds.
  • Sealing leaks in steam pipes.

Instructions for use

The surface must be clean, dry and free from contaminants such as oil, rust or grease. At high pressure, the line must be shut off. Wear the enclosed protective gloves, dip the bandage in water, knead several times and immediately wrap around the repair site. 10 layers are required in order to achieve the specified pressure resistance of 30 bar. If needed or for larger pipe diameters, multiple roles can be installed together. The gloves should also be used to smooth the surface. A dual-component putty should additionally be applied to highly damaged or heavily rusted piping components. The putty can even be used even with acute water leaks (up to 1 bar).