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    Threadlockers for Drinking Water

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threadlockers. Threadlockers for Drinking Water, Bottle.

    Bottle

    These threadlockers meet NSF/ANSI 61 for securing fasteners in drinking water systems. They begin to harden when you thread coated surfaces together, blocking exposure to air.
    Medium Locking Strength—Strong enough for most applications, these threadlockers hold firmly until you break their bond with a combination or ratchet wrench.
    NSF/ANSI 61—These threadlockers are certified for use in drinking water systems.
    Thick Liquid—Fill larger gaps than thin liquids, so they're best for coarse or worn threads.
    Container
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Color
    Breakaway Torque,
    in·lbf
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Each
    Medium Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    2438.45Bottle5Blue105NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 360Thick Liquid2,1502491458A4600000000
    24333.8Bottle5Blue105NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 360Thick Liquid2,150241810A22000000
     

    Threadlockers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threadlockers. Threadlockers, Bottle.

    Bottle

    The most commonly used threadlockers, these liquids prevent loosening due to vibration, bending, or improper torque. You only need a few drops to evenly coat threads. As you twist parts together, exposure to air is blocked and the threadlocker begins to harden.
    Primer (sold separately) cleans the surface and decreases the time to reach full strength. It is recommended when working with aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium; black-oxide finishes; and cadmium and zinc coatings.
    Low Locking Strength—Often used in setups that require frequent disassembly, these threadlockers are easily released with the turn of a screwdriver or L-key. They give fasteners additional hold to keep them secure against light shock and vibration.
    Medium Locking Strength—Strong enough for most applications, these threadlockers hold firmly until you break their bond with a combination or ratchet wrench.
    High Locking Strength—Keep fasteners firmly in place in motors, pumps, and other applications subjected to heavy shock and vibration. Breaking the bond of these threadlockers requires a propane torch, heat gun, or induction heater. As a result, they shouldn't be used in setups that you disassemble often.
    Thin Liquid—Seep into tight spaces better than thick liquids, so they're best for fine threads.
    Military Specification—Mil. Spec. threadlockers are manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards.
    Container
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Color
    Breakaway Torque,
    in·lbf
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Mil. Spec.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Each
    Low Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    2220.34Bottle20Purple50-65 to 300Thin Liquid1,200241810A27000000
    2221.69Bottle20Purple50-65 to 300Thin Liquid1,200241810A2800000
     
    Medium Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    24233.8Bottle10Blue70-65 to 300Thin Liquid1,150MIL-S-46163241810A33000000
     
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    2638.45Bottle5Red275-65 to 360Thin Liquid5002491458A630000000
    27133.8Bottle10Red250-65 to 300Thin Liquid500MIL-S-46163241810A89000000
     

    Wicking Threadlockers

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Threadlockers. Wicking Threadlockers.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threadlockers. Wicking Threadlockers, Bottle.

    Bottle

    Secure fasteners that are already installed—these threadlockers are thin enough to flow into tiny gaps.
    Low Locking Strength—Often used in setups that require frequent disassembly, these threadlockers are easily released with the turn of a screwdriver or L-key. They give fasteners additional hold to keep them secure against light shock and vibration.
    High Locking Strength—Keep fasteners firmly in place in motors, pumps, and other applications subjected to heavy shock and vibration. Breaking the bond of these threadlockers requires a propane torch, heat gun, or induction heater. As a result, they shouldn't be used in setups that you disassemble often.
    NSF/ANSI 61—These threadlockers are certified for use in drinking water systems.
    Thin Liquid—Seep into tight spaces better than thick liquids, so they're best for fine threads.
    Military Specification—Mil. Spec. threadlockers are manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards.
    Container
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Color
    Breakaway Torque,
    in·lbf
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Mil. Spec.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Each
    Low Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    2200.34Bottle6Blue20-65 to 300Thin Liquid20MIL-S-46163241810A315000000
    2208.45Bottle6Blue20-65 to 300Thin Liquid20MIL-S-46163241810A31000000
     
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    2900.34Bottle20Green90NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 300Thin Liquid40MIL-S-461632491458A11800000
    2901.69Bottle20Green90NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 300Thin Liquid40MIL-S-461632491458A11900000
    2908.45Bottle20Green90NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 300Thin Liquid40MIL-S-461632491458A830000000
     

    Thread Sealants with PTFE

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Thread Sealants with PTFE, Applicator-Top Can.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Thread Sealants with PTFE, Tube.

    Applicator-Top Can

    Tube

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Thread Sealants with PTFE, Cartridge.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Thread Sealants with PTFE, Bottle.

    Cartridge

    Bottle

    PTFE provides a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding. These sealants are anaerobic, so they don’t begin to harden until coated surfaces are threaded together, blocking exposure to air.
    Low Locking Strength—Sealants with low locking strength prevent threads from loosening due to vibration and can be adjusted without tools.
    Medium Locking Strength—Sealants with medium locking strength prevent threads from loosening due to vibration and shock. They require a hand tool to unthread.
    NSF/ANSI 61—To adhere to safety standards for drinking water systems, use sealants that meet NSF/ANSI 61.
    Container
    Max.
    Pressure, psi
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    For
    Fluids
    For
    Gases
    Min.
    Max.
    For Max.
    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Certification
    Color
    Each
    Low Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    5650.2Tube10 sec.2410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K1200000
    5651.7Tube10 sec.2410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K500000
    5658.4Tube10 sec.2410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K1300000
    56510.1Cartridge10 sec.2410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A5800000
    56533.8Bottle10 sec.2410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A61000000
    5670.2Tube10 sec.2410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K140000
    5671.7Tube10 sec.2410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K2700000
    5678.4Tube10 sec.2410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K37000000
    56711.8Applicator-Top Can10 sec.2410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A76000000
    56733.8Bottle10 sec.2410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A57000000
     
    Vibra-Tite
    4201.7Tube60 min.7210,00010,000-553006"PasteWhite45855K10200000
    4208.4Tube60 min.7210,00010,000-553006"PasteWhite45855K10100000
    4600.2Tube60 min.2410,00010,000-654006"PasteWhite45855K1070000
    4601.7Tube60 min.2410,00010,000-654006"PasteWhite45855K10600000
    4608.4Tube60 min.2410,00010,000-654006"PasteWhite45855K10500000
     
    Medium Locking Strength
     
    Vibra-Tite
    4271.7Tube90 min.2410,00010,000-653006"PasteYellow45855K10400000
    4278.4Tube90 min.2410,00010,000-653006"PasteYellow45855K10300000
     

    Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Plastic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Primers. Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Plastic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers, Aerosol Can.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Primers. Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Plastic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers, Can.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Primers. Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Plastic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers, Applicator-Top Bottle, Spray Bottle.

    Aerosol

    Can

    Can

    Applicator-Top

    Bottle, Spray

    Bottle

    To speed cure time on coated fasteners, aluminum, stainless steel, or titanium, apply these adhesive primers before using threadlocker or retaining compound. They also work with no-mix acrylic adhesives.
    Applicator-Top Bottle—Adhesive primers in applicator-top bottles also include a spray head for easy dispensing.
    Container
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Type
    Drying Time,
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    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Color
    Environment
    Each
    Loctite® Adhesive Primers
    76490.88Aerosol Can30Thin Liquid2GreenFood and Beverage
    7614A27000000
    76494.5Aerosol Can30Thin Liquid2GreenFood and Beverage
    7614A1700000
    76491.75 fl. oz.Applicator-Top Bottle, Spray Bottle30Thin Liquid2GreenFood and Beverage
    7614A1600000
    76491 gal.Can30Thin Liquid2GreenFood and Beverage
    7614A24000000
     

    Lubricating Threadlockers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threadlockers. Lubricating Threadlockers, Bottle.

    Bottle

    Reduce friction to protect threads and ease installation. These threadlockers are often used on large fasteners, which can be prone to seizing. They begin to harden when you thread coated surfaces together, blocking exposure to air.
    Primer (sold separately) cleans the surface and decreases the time to reach full strength. It is recommended when working with aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium; black-oxide finishes; and cadmium and zinc coatings.
    High Locking Strength—Keep fasteners firmly in place in motors, pumps, and other applications subjected to heavy shock and vibration. Breaking the bond of these threadlockers requires a propane torch, heat gun, or induction heater. As a result, they shouldn't be used in setups that you disassemble often.
    Thick Liquid—Fill larger gaps than thin liquids, so they're best for coarse or worn threads.
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    Container
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Color
    Breakaway Torque,
    in·lbf
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Each
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    20471.69Bottle90Black375-65 to 300Thick Liquid7,0002491458A410000000
     

    Retaining Compounds for Oily Loose-Fitting Parts

    Image of Product. Bottle. Front orientation. Retaining Compounds. Bottle.
    Image of Product. Single-Use Capsule. Front orientation. Retaining Compounds. Single-Use Capsule.

    Bottle

    Single-Use

    Capsule

    Even on oily surfaces, these retaining compounds keep their hold. Use them to fill gaps up to 0.015" to secure worn cylindrical metal parts such as shafts, bearings, and press-fit assemblies. These retaining compounds begin to harden once coated surfaces are pressed together, blocking exposure to air. They meet NSF/ANSI 61 safety standards for use with drinking water systems.
    Primer (sold separately) cleans the surface and decreases the time to reach full strength. It is recommended when working with aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium; black-oxide finishes, and cadmium and zinc coatings.
    Material Certificate Icon
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    Container
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Max. Gap
    Size Filled
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Shear Strength,
    psi
    Color
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Each
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite® Retaining Compounds
    6800.02Single-Use Capsule0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A12100000
    6800.34Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A12200000
    6801.69Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A12300000
    6808.45Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A330000000
    68033.8Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    1810A43000000
     

    Surface-Preparation Cleaners for Adhesives

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface-Preparation Cleaners. Surface-Preparation Cleaners for Adhesives.
    For strong bonds, clean and degrease surfaces before applying adhesives.
    NSF Registered K1—These cleaners are NSF registered K1 for use in non-food-processing areas within food-processing facilities.
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    Container
    Mfr.
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Type
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Solution
    Type
    Harshness
    For Use On
    For Removing
    Primary Chemical
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Each
     
    Liquids
    Loctite®7070Aerosol Can13.5Solvent BasedHarshAluminum, Ceramic, Chrome, Fiberglass, Galvanized Steel, Glass, Iron, Plastic, Porcelain, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Steel, Vinyl PlasticDirt, Grease, Oil, WaxPetroleum DistillatesNSF Registered K1
    66415A21000000
     

    Silicone Rubber Sealants

    Made from silicone rubber, these sealants are RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing). They’re non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces.
    Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. Sealants that are good for joining dissimilar materials also work well in environments with wide temperature fluctuation.
    Loctite® Superflex Silicone Rubber
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sealants. Silicone Rubber Sealants, Cartridge.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sealants. Silicone Rubber Sealants, Tube.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sealants. Silicone Rubber Sealants, Nozzle-Top Can.

    Cartridge

    Tube

    Nozzle-Top

    Can

    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Elongation
    Joint Compression/Expansion
    Tolerance
    Hardness Rating
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For
    Joining
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Flammability
    Rating
    Color
    (Clarity)
    Each
    2.7 fl. oz. Tube
     
    24 hr. Reaches Full Strength
    59530350%Not RatedSoft (Durometer 20A)-60 to 400MetalNSF/ANSI 51
    Clear (Clear)74945A69000000
     
    6.4 fl. oz. Nozzle-Top Can
     
    24 hr. Reaches Full Strength
    59330300%Not RatedSoft (Durometer 18A)-60 to 400MetalUL 94 HB
    Black (Opaque)74945A8100000
    59430275%Not RatedSoft (Durometer 14A)-60 to 400MetalUL 94 HB
    White (Opaque)74945A8300000
    59530350%Not RatedSoft (Durometer 20A)-60 to 400MetalNSF/ANSI 51
    Clear (Clear)74945A8200000
     
    10.1 fl. oz. Cartridge
     
    24 hr. Reaches Full Strength
    59530350%Not RatedSoft (Durometer 20A)-60 to 400MetalNSF/ANSI 51
    Clear (Clear)74945A700000
     
    Sealant Primers

    Gasket Makers in Cartridges

    Use cartridges with a standard caulk gun for quick and easy dispensing. Gasket makers are used in place of rubber, cork, and other traditional gasket materials for a form-in-place seal and make it easy to form irregular-shaped gaskets.
    Loctite® Gasket Makers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Gasket Makers. Gasket Makers in Cartridges.
    Container
    Temperature,
    ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Max. Gap
    Size Filled
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Min.
    Max.
    Color
    Food Industry
    Std.
    For Use On
    Each
    51810.1Cartridge0.01"2024-65300RedNSF/ANSI 61
    Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron75125A670000000

    Water-Resistant Surface Fillers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Water-Resistant Surface Fillers, Epoxy, Stick.

    Epoxy

    Stick

    Mix these two-part epoxy surface fillers to create a strong repair in wet environments or underwater. Use them to repair cracked, worn, and damaged surfaces. Size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Putty—Putty fillers come in a stick with a resin on the outside and a hardener on the inside. Cut the desired amount from the sticks, knead to a uniform color to mix, and press into place.
    NSF/ANSI 61—NSF/ANSI 61 surface fillers meet safety standards for use with drinking water.
    Container
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Type
    Lg.
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Consistency
    Mixing
    Req.
    Approx. Coverage
    @ Thk.
    Max.
    Thk.
    Dia.
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Min.
    Max.
    Color
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Process After
    Hardening
    For Use On
    Each
    Loctite® Fixmaster Metal Magic Steel
    EA 34634Stick8"324PuttyYes10 in² @ 1/4"1"1"Yes-20250GrayNSF/ANSI 61
    SandBronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Concrete7489A26000000
     

    Metal-Free Antiseize Lubricants for Food and Beverage

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Antiseize Lubricants. Metal-Free Antiseize Lubricants for Food and Beverage, Can.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Antiseize Lubricants. Metal-Free Antiseize Lubricants for Food and Beverage, Applicator-Top Can.

    Can

    Applicator-Top Can

    Free of metal particles, these lubricants prevent abrasive wear when used on stainless steel and other sensitive metal. They are NSF registered H1 for incidental food contact. All are white for a clean appearance. Also known as thread lubricants, antiseize lubricants prevent threaded fasteners and close-fitting parts from locking together due to corrosion, contamination, or heat.
    Container
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Package
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Net Wt.,
    lb.
    Type
    Min.
    Max.
    Color
    Food Industry
    Std.
    For Use With
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Loctite® LB 8014 Food Grade Anti-Seize
    8Applicator-Top Can-20750WhiteNSF Registered H1
    Stainless Steel
    1287K31000000121287K3110000000
    2Can-20750WhiteNSF Registered H1
    Stainless Steel
    1287K3300000121287K331000000
     

    Drip-Free Thread Sealants with PTFE

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Drip-Free Thread Sealants with PTFE.
    Apply this thread sealant stick without a mess. It contains PTFE, which provides a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding. Since the sealant is anaerobic, it doesn’t begin to harden until coated surfaces are threaded together, blocking exposure to air. It has low locking strength, so it prevents threads from loosening due to vibration and can be adjusted without tools. It meets NSF/ANSI 61 for use with drinking water.
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    Container
    Max.
    Pressure, psi
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    For
    Fluids
    For
    Gases
    Min.
    Max.
    For Max.
    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Color
    Each
    Low Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    5610.7Stick57210,00010,000-653003 1/8"Semi-SolidNSF/ANSI 61
    White1011A11000000
     

    Oil-Resistant Sealants

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sealants. Oil-Resistant Sealants, Nozzle-Top Can.

    Nozzle-Top

    Can

    Make tough, flexible, oil-resistant seals. These sealants are non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. Made from silicone rubber, sealants are RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing). Note: These sealants are not for use on parts that come into contact with gasoline.
    Elongation and joint expansion/compression tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. These sealants are best suited to joints between similar materials that aren't exposed to wide temperature fluctuation.
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    Container
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Elongation
    Joint Compression/Expansion
    Tolerance
    Tensile
    Strength
    Hardness Rating
    Min.
    Max.
    For
    Joining
    Color
    (Clarity)
    Each
    Loctite® Superflex Silicone Rubber
    50196.4Nozzle-Top Can3024Not RatedNot RatedNot RatedSoft (Durometer 25A)-65390MetalBlue (Opaque)7474A24000000
     
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