Kabolka: what it is, types and uses

Plumbing work requires the use of a sealing material. As it uses a cabol, which is impregnated with a special solution, the composition of which depends on the scope of use of the material.

Kabolka or rope resin is the technical characteristics of one of the most commonly used seals. Such material is made from both natural and synthetic materials. Great for sealing pipes and perfectly withstands stress in a humid environment. Impregnated with different compositions, the cabol can be made in the form of a rope and a rope.This is a target product for plumbers, in private, it rarely becomes interesting to someone. Fibrous material is woven in several ways and can be 1,2 and 3-strand.

On sale most often you can see the product, created from natural raw materials, which is the fiber:

• flax;
• jute;
• hemp;
• agave.

Among the most actively used synthetic fibers:

• polypropylene;
• polyamide.

This product can only boast of its technical characteristics after impregnation. Plumbing material features an impressive tensile load, which is from 27 kilograms. The fiber is covered with not less than 40%, while the substance is evaporated, but the index should not exceed more than 1%. The density of the material is 1 g per cm3. Among the available sealants cabol is not the last in popularity. It is easy to use. Impregnation is necessary in order to protect the fiber from rotting and wrapped pipes from rust. But the material retains its properties only under the condition that it will not dry out. For this reason, it is required to store and transport the cabol in tightly closed containers.

Sealant is supplied for sale in coils, which are hidden in bags, buckets.They are the main protection from ultraviolet radiation. Each bay has a label indicating the weight and diameter of the material. Professional plumbers pay attention not only to the composition and quality of impregnation, but also to the diameter of the fiber. From these parameters, the scope of use of the material varies.

If the cabol is used in the construction of drinking water supply, then the impregnation should be:

• transparent;
• without smell.

When working with sewage systems, impregnation should provide a high resistance to drains, therefore a bituminous resin is ideal. Sometimes the material is used as a tow when it is necessary to seal a large-sized bell.

The big operational term is provided with high-quality weaving and high biological stability of the material.

As impregnation can be used:

• oil composition, for example, engine oil;
• bitumen;
• resin-bitumen mastic;
• anti-corrosion composition;
• antiseptic;
• anti-rotten treatment.

Any of these fluids is heated and the fiber is immersed in it.In order for it to acquire the necessary qualities, the fiber is kept for a certain period of time in the composition. Sometimes this process takes a couple of days. Only thanks to the technology used provides deep penetration of the impregnation into the fibers. Resin of coniferous trees is also used as an impregnation; it is an excellent anti-corrosion and anti-rotten treatment.

Today in the sanitary market one can find several options for the diameter of this insulating material.

The water cable is the size of:

• 6-8;
• 12;
• 14;
• 16;
• 18;
• 20;
• 30;
• 40;
• 50 mm.

Sewer is the diameter:

• 6-8;
• 10-12;
• 14-16;
• 18-20;
• 30;
• 40;
• 50;
• 60;
• 80;
• 100 mm.

Among modern sealants, this is the most demanded material, since plumbing is not required to use additional equipment. A person with a minimum of knowledge and experience in the application of sealants can use the cabol.

There are a number of features that are worth highlighting the advantages of the material presented:

• no ability to accumulate static voltage;
• highly resistant to radiation;
• if heated, then there is no release of substances harmful to humans;
• 1600 ° C - the maximum temperature threshold at which the material can be used.

Sealant can be used even in the design of the steam system.

Despite such a number of advantages, the cabol has its disadvantages:

• natural fibers can rot, so you can not do without impregnation;
• when exposed to open flame, the material quickly lights up;
• bitumen impregnation bad wash and dirty hands;
• load on the gap is small.

In the area where the sealant can be used, the cabol is subdivided into:

• plumbing (plumbing);
• sewer.

The main difference is that the sewer is more impregnated with protective compounds, it is brand, but it is necessary when it comes to working with pipelines of this type and sewage. The cable used to connect the water pipe is less impregnated because it interacts with drinking water.

The scope of application of sealant is quite extensive.This is not only the installation of various kinds of pipelines, but also insulation, including the crowns of houses built of wood. The material perfectly fills the seams between the beams, even when building bridges. It can be used as a sealant where the cases of water pipes pass through the foundation of the building. She also found a use for the construction of prefabricated houses, where it was useful for filling voids. It copes with the tasks of the material and in shipbuilding, because it is used there for caulking or for the manufacture of cables. In wooden houses, the cabol plays the role of tow.

The demand for sealant is due not only to its environmental safety, but also to its versatility, efficiency and ease of installation. It still remains popular with plumbers and sailors, since it does not require a lot of experience and additional tools to use it. The material can be useful in household items, if necessary, to ensure good sealing of the water connections.

About what a cabol, see the following video.