FAQs

Tyre Sealant is a thixotropic aqueous glycol tyre sealant that when installed in a tyre will provide protection against air loss for the full legal life of the tyre.

Tyre Sealant lays down a thin protective coating between the tyre and the air within the tyre. When an object penetrates the tread area the air pressure within the tyre forces the sealant into the puncture wound

Rotational forces acting within the confines of the tyre spread the product evenly around the inside of the tyre, coating the entire inside of the tyre, including the bead and rim area. Any potential air-loss areas, will be instantly sealed by, Tyre Sealant being forced into that area.

Indefinite -as long as the container is kept sealed and no evaporation occurs.

Always. Even though Tyre Sealant has sealed around the object, if it is left in the tyre it will move as the tyre rotates and will create a larger wound until air loss occurs.

Yes, although Tyre Sealant has covered the wound area left by the puncturing object, it has not entered the wound; therefore the tyre must be run in order to snap open the wound and allow the Tyre Sealant to enter. Once again, the vehicle must be driven after removal of the object.

No! Tyre Sealant is designed as a preventative maintenance tyre additive installed prior to a tyre sustaining damage from puncturing objects or damage caused from being driven underinflated. Tyre Sealant can be installed into a punctured tyre then re-aired and driven a short distance to allow the product to seek out and repair the damage. A tyre that has sustained significant damage should be checked by a professional and discarded if necessary.

No. Tyre Sealant is chemically inert.

No. Tyre Sealant contains anticorrosive agents to prevent corrosion from occurring it will also help to inhibit any corrosion on the wheel prior to installation.

No. Tyre Sealant contains special adhesives that allow the product to adhere to the inner surface of the tyre except for a 25% residual which disperses through evenly throughout the tyre when the tyre is in motion.

Yes. However, we are unable to guarantee its success due to the uncertainty of the thickness, quality and condition of the tube.

No. It may seal the puncture, but due to the flexing in the sidewalls a temporary plug would be a safety factor only. A tyre’s sidewall is much thinner than the tread area. Even though there is some rubber recovery, it is insufficient to securely hold a repair. Our Seal does not guarantee repairs in the crown or sidewall.

A patch is a repair that is performed after the tyre has been punctured. A patch blocks air from leaking. Often, the driver is unaware of the puncture and continues driving until the tyre is run flat causing potentially serious and unnoticed damage to the casing. Tyre Sealant is a preventative measure designed to seal punctures as they occur.  Tyre Sealant repair forms a fibrous plug that extends from the tyre’s interior through to the outer surface.

Tyre Sealant prevents air from escaping while simultaneously preventing outside contaminants from being drawn in by the tyre’s constant flexing action. This inside-out plug protects the tyre’s belts and inner structure providing greater protection than a patch which is limited to air retention.

A single treatment of Tyre Sealant will seal numerous punctures as they occur without the need to stop, remove and dismount the tyre as compared to a patch.

No! It is virtually impossible for Tyre Sealant to hide or mask a dangerous wound. worldwide usage and countless tests that have been performed have proven that Tyre Sealant will not seal a tyre that has received a wound that would weaken the tyre’s inner structure to a point that could be dangerous. Tyre Sealant “does not mask catastrophic failures”.
If a tyre sustains a dangerous wound that damages or weakens the supporting inner structure, the surface rubber and tread are compromised and no longer have the ability to recover to their original molded form. Because Tyre Sealant relies on rubber recovery, it is not capable of securely sealing the site. Our Sealant will attempt to slow the escaping air, assisting the driver to come to a safe, controlled stop. Additionally, because Tyre Sealant contains no adhesives, it is incapable of sealing a cracked wheel. In each case, air and sealant will be observable slowly leaking from the damaged area.

 Tyre Sealant is designed to provide protection for the legal tread life of the tyre. This is possible because it’s compound enables the formulation to withstand heat and stress caused by the rolling resistance and centrifugal force generated within a tyre.

Yes The ability to evenly coat the interior of the tyre which is the liquid carrier containing the fiber and chemical components that seal out porosity, block air migration and form puncture repairs. Compound holds these components in a uniform and consistent suspension so that they are present when needed. It additionally has the unique property of transitioning between a gel and less viscous liquid that is visco-elastic in nature and resists sheer caused by a tyre’s rotation.

No, the plugs design is to be flexible and conform to the flexing of the tyre. If the plug is hard and does not flex with the tyre, leakage will eventually occur.

No. As the tyre is an air- tight container, no evaporation of the liquid can occur.

In some cases a polyethylene chip can create a blockage and prevent the rubber granules entry. Should this happen, remove the pump connection and allow a short blast of air to clear the plug reattach the connection and continue pumping.

100 ml or 250 depending on pump type

Tyre Sealant will not break down or dry up inside the tyre, unlike many other products, which congeal and cause balancing problems and alterations to the rubber composition of the tyre. When properly applied, Tyre Sealant will not affect the balance of the tyre.

Many, of these products are designed to “repair” the tyre after the puncture has occurred and are usually a temporary “get you home” measure and after installation the tyre has to be replaced. On the other hand, Tyre Sealant is Pre – Puncture installation.

No.

No.

As it is chemically inert and does not react with the tyre components; it cannot affect the manufacturers Warranty.

Tyre Sealant maintains air pressure, prevents punctures, overheating and porosity leaks as well as extending the life of the tyre.

Tyre Sealant will not freeze when used in a vehicle operating in cold climates. In extreme cold weather below –40ºC/F, Tyre Sealant will slightly thicken, but as the tyre heats up from road friction, Tyre Sealant quickly returns to its normal viscosity. Tyre Sealant’s operating temperatures are -40ºC (-40ºF) to +149ºC (+300ºF). Tyre Sealant’s operating temperatures are -40ºC (-40ºF) to +149ºC (+300ºF).

Yes! Tyre Sealant is compatible with all retreading methods. Independent testing has proven that Tyre Sealant will retard aging in tyres. Our Seal -treated tyres exhibit greater rubber resilience when compared to untreated control tyres. Tyre Sealant increases the casing’s ability to support additional retreading cycles. This increased re-treadability provides a lower cost per mile. Casing soundness and re-treadability is certified by your professional retread company.

You can use Tyre Sealant on any pneumatic tyre.

The tyre is sealed to stop air loss.

Tyre Sealant is bio-degradable, and presents no problems in disposal before or after use. It flushes out with water, with no residual stickiness or compound remaining inside the tyre.

Yes, There is no difference on the product with Nitrogen; it will help keep your tyres cooler as Tyre Sealant is heat absorbent.

Tyre Sealant is tyre pressure monitor sensor (TPMS) friendly in TPMS sensors that are hermetically sealed.

Yes, Tyre Sealant can be used as a tyre bead sealant to permanently prevent air loss between the tyre and rim.