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The LabTech Water Finding Paste (85g) is a professional-grade gauging paste designed to quickly detect the presence of water at the bottom of fuel storage tanks. When applied to a clean measuring rod or gauging tape, the paste changes from golden brown to bright red upon contact with water, allowing operators to accurately determine the water level inside storage tanks.

Ideal for use with petrol, diesel, kerosene, gas oil, heating oil, heavy oil, and lubricating oil, this paste is widely used in fuel depots, industrial plants, transportation facilities, marine operations, and maintenance services for routine fuel tank inspections.


Key Features

  • Detects water in fuel storage tanks quickly and accurately
  • Changes color from golden brown to bright red upon contact with water
  • Easy to apply on gauging tape or measuring rod
  • Instant results in petrol, diesel, kerosene, and gas oils
  • Suitable for heavy oils with a slightly longer reaction time
  • Professional-grade formula for industrial applications
  • Portable 85g tube
  • Made for reliable tank inspection and maintenance

Applications

  • Diesel storage tanks
  • Petrol (Gasoline) tanks
  • Kerosene tanks
  • Heating oil tanks
  • Heavy fuel oil tanks
  • Lubricating oil storage
  • Marine fuel tanks
  • Fuel depots and industrial facilities

How to Use

  1. Apply a thin layer of paste to a clean gauging tape or measuring rod.
  2. Lower the tape or rod to the bottom of the storage tank.
  3. Wait a few seconds.
  4. Remove the tape and inspect the paste.
  5. The section that has contacted water will change from golden brown to bright red, indicating the water level in the tank.
Specification Details
Brand LabTech
Product Type Water Finding Paste
Weight 85 g (3 oz)
Color Golden Brown (Turns Bright Red on Contact with Water)
Detection Method Color Change
Application Method Gauging Tape or Measuring Rod
Suitable For Petrol, Diesel, Kerosene, Gas Oil, Heating Oil, Heavy Oil, Lubricating Oil
Reaction Time Instant in Light Fuels; A Few Seconds in Heavy Oils
Country of Origin USA (Original Formula)
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