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Bird Dog

Bird Dog

BIRD DOG – is the most sensitive leak detector in the industry and is the ideal solution for pinpointing leaks. Its bubbles last up to 20 times longer than other leading brands, (longer than one hour in most cases). Bird Dog’s formula is perfect for detecting micro and macro leaks. The most sensitive leak detector in the industry is also available in low temp. It is non-toxic and biodegradable. Suitable for all types of refrigerant, nitrogen, and natural gas leaks. For use down to 32 F

Categories: Leak Detectors, Specialty Tags: Bird Dog, Liquid, Metal Safe, Oxygen Safe, Plastic Safe, Premium, Rubber Safe, Si
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BIRD DOG LEAK DETECTOR

BIRD DOG leak detector is the most sensitive leak detector in the industry. It is the ideal solution for pinpointing leaks. Its bubbles last up to 20 times longer (longer than one hour) than other leading brands. Bird Dog’s formula is perfect for detecting micro-sized leaks. It is non-toxic and biodegradable. Suitable for all types of refrigerant, nitrogen, and natural gas leaks. It is oxygen safe and has a VOC content of 0%. For use down to 32° F

Features and Benefits of Bird Dog:

  • Hypersensitive to any leak
  • Longest lasting bubbles
  • Safe with all refrigerants, nitrogen/natural gas systems
  • Oxygen safe
  • 0% VOC content

       For use down to 32° F

Part Number;                  Size

  • DOG-1/2P                    8 oz with dauber 12/cs
  • DOG-1Q                       32 oz quart sprayer 12/cs
  • DOG-1                           1 gal 4/cs

 

Directions:

  1. Spray or swab product to thoroughly coat surfaces to be checked.
  2. Visually inspect for bubbles.
  3. Micro leaks will produce a cluster of small bubbles.
  4. All surfaces previously coated can be rechecked by wetting areas with water.
  5. Turn on the system for 5-10 minutes, then visually inspect for vibration leaks.

 

DANGERS & PRECAUTIONS:

Read and understand the product’s label and Safety Data Sheet. Do not take internally. Avoid contact with eyes. It causes eye irritation. May cause skin irritation in rare cases. May cause gastrointestinal irritation.

 

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Comparable Products

Gallon:
  • Nucalgon | 4182-08 | Cal-Blue
  • Diversitech | N/A | N/A
  • Rectorseal | 65273 | Better Bubble
  • ACE | FFD1 | Fast-Find
  • Refrigeration Technologies | RT100G | Big Blu
  • Virginia/Parker | N/A | N/A
  • Mitco | N16-13 | Gas Leak Detector Gallon
Quart:
  • Nucalgon | 4182-24 | Cal-Blue
  • Diversitech | Pro-Bubble-32 | Pro-Bubble
  • Rectorseal | 65432 | Better Bubble
  • ACE | FFD32 | Fast-Find
  • Refrigeration Technologies | RT100S | Big Blu
  • Virginia/Parker | 475054 |Refrigerant Leak Locator
  • Micto | N16-12 | Gas Leak Detector Quart with Trigger Sprayer

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