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A roll of white water-soluble paper on a wooden core, 15 1/2 inches wide

Aquasol

Aquasol ASW-60/R-15 Water Soluble Paper 15 1/2 in x 165 ft

SKU CH-P2WR-AVWMX

Water-soluble purge paper on a 165 ft roll dissolves completely during hydro-testing, leaving no residue in pipes from 2 to 36 inches

  • Product typeTools
  • Dissolves rapidly during hydro-test leaving no residue
  • 100 percent biodegradable sodium carboxy methyl cellulose material
  • CE and EPA approved for pipeline use
  • Fits pipe diameters from 2 in to 36 in
  • 165 ft roll at 15 1/2 in width and .178 mm thickness

Water-Soluble Backing Paper

Aquasol ASW-60/R-15 is a biodegradable paper roll designed for TIG welding purge dams. It dissolves completely during hydro-testing with water or steam, leaving no residue inside aluminium or stainless-steel pipelines. The product suits fabricators who need reliable internal weld protection without mechanical removal.

CE and EPA Approved Standards

The paper meets CE and EPA approvals, confirming compliance for pressure-system testing. Its sodium carboxy methyl cellulose and wood-pulp composition ensures rapid, residue-free dissolution, eliminating the risk of contamination that can occur with soluble tapes or films. This changes the workflow by removing the need to flush or retrieve backing material after the hydro-test.

165 ft Roll for 2 in to 36 in Pipe

The 15 1/2 in wide, 0.178 mm thick roll spans 165 ft, covering pipe diameters from 2 in up to 36 in. It handles typical shop and field joint counts comfortably, but very large-diameter or high-volume projects may require multiple rolls. The material is not suited for processes that demand a permanent or heat-resistant backing barrier.

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Price $185.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameAQUASOL
Product typeTools

Questions about this item

How many 15 1/2-inch wide sheets come off the 165 ft roll before I need a new one?

The roll is 165 ft long; each purge dam cut to pipe width uses a portion, so total sheets depend on the cut length you choose per joint.

At what pipe diameter does the 36 in maximum limit stop this paper from sealing larger stainless or aluminum lines?

The paper is rated for pipes up to 36 in diameter; anything wider exceeds the stated compatible maximum and will not seal properly.

Does the 0.178 mm thickness dissolve fast enough to keep steam hydro-test lines clear without leaving residue?

Yes, the sodium carboxy methyl cellulose and wood pulp material dissolves rapidly during water or steam hydro-test and leaves 100 percent biodegradable, residue-free pipeline.

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