Description

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Permatex Indian Head Gasket Shellac Compound is a hard
setting, slow drying liquid designed to coat, seal and repair
most gaskets including felt, paper, rubber and composition
type gaskets. It seals metal gaskets and threaded
connections for light duty service. Indian Head Gasket
shellac is a dark brown, viscous liquid with a characteristic
alcoholic odor.
PRODUCT BENEFITS
Flexible when dry
Good fuel resistance
Improves reliability
Saves time and labor
Increases sealing reliability
Applies easily
Cleans up fast
Temperature Range -65ºF to +350ºF
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Economical sealant for general assembly work
Useful on paper, composition, felt and cardboard
Hose connections
Threaded connections
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
1. Apply with brush or roller on dry, clean surfaces, free
from dirt, oil, rust and dried paints or sealants. When
brushed on gaskets, they should be dry.
2. Indian Head Gasket Shellac Compound can be applied
at temperatures from 40ºF to 100ºF.
3. The recommended thickness of the film depends on the
type of surface. Generally, the wet film should be
applied thin (approximately 0.010”) and uniform.
4. For bonding gaskets, apply on both surfaces. Allow to
dry until surfaces are dry to the touch.

For Cleanup
Use chlorinated hydrocarbons, acetone or alcohol.

GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.