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    63 Products

    Retaining Compounds for Close-Fitting Parts

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

    Bottle

    Single-Use

    Capsule

    Fill gaps up to 0.01" to secure unthreaded 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.
    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.
    Container
    Each
    Package
    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
    Specs.
    Met
    Mil. Spec.
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite® Retaining Compounds
    6090.02Single-Use Capsule0.006"1024-65 to 300Thin Liquid1202,290GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-4608291458A23000000———0
    6090.34Bottle0.006"1024-65 to 300Thin Liquid1202,290GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-4608291458A21000000———0
    6091.69Bottle0.006"1024-65 to 300Thin Liquid1202,290GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-4608291458A22000000———0
    6098.45Bottle0.006"1024-65 to 300Thin Liquid1202,290GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-4608291458A740000000———0
    6351.69Bottle0.01"6024-65 to 300Thick Liquid2,0002,900GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-4608291458A64000000———0
    6358.45Bottle0.01"6024-65 to 300Thick Liquid2,0002,900GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-4608291458A670000000———0
     
    Other Retaining Compounds
    1.69Bottle0.005"1024-65 to 350Thin Liquid1252,000GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-46082 Type I74835A73000001074835A7310000000
    1.69Bottle0.006"2024-65 to 350Thin Liquid6003,000GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-46082 Type II74835A74000001074835A741000000
    1.69Bottle0.01"6024-65 to 350Thick Liquid1,5003,000GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-46082 Type IIINSF/ANSI 61
    74835A75000001074835A751000000
     

    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.
    Military Specification—Mil. Spec. threadlockers are manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards.
    Container
    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
    Medium Locking Strength
    1.69Bottle10Blue150NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 350Thick Liquid1,200MIL-S-46163 Grade N Type II2474835A53000000
     

    Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Primers. Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers, Aerosol Can.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Primers. Adhesive Primers for Acrylic Adhesives, Retaining Compounds, and Threadlockers, Can.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Primers. Adhesive Primers for Acrylic 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,
    sec.
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Color
    Environment
    Each
    Loctite® Adhesive Primers
    74714.5Aerosol Can30Thin Liquid2Amber66205A21000000
    74711.75 fl. oz.Applicator-Top Bottle, Spray Bottle30Thin Liquid2Amber66205A3900000
    74711 gal.Can30Thin Liquid2Amber66205A41000000
    76490.88Aerosol Can30Thin Liquid2GreenFood and Beverage
    7614A2700000
    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
     

    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.
    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
    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
    High Locking Strength
    1.69Bottle10Green100-65 to 350Thin Liquid20MIL-S-46163 Grade R Type III2474835A55000000
     

    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.
    Thick Liquid—Fill larger gaps than thin liquids, so they're best for coarse or worn threads.
    Military Specification—Mil. Spec. threadlockers are manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards.
    Container
    Each
    Package
    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
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Low Locking Strength
    1.69Bottle20Purple30-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,200MIL-S-46163 Grade M Type II2474835A520000001074835A5210000000
    1.69Bottle30Brown40-65 to 350Thin Liquid20MIL-S-22473 Grade H2474835A68000001074835A681000000
    1.69Bottle30Brown40-65 to 350Thin Liquid170MIL-S-22473 Grade HV2474835A69000001074835A691000000
    1.69Bottle30Purple65-65 to 350Thin Liquid20MIL-S-22473 Grade E2474835A66000001074835A661000000
    1.69Bottle30Purple65-65 to 350Thin Liquid170MIL-S-22473 Grade EV2474835A67000001074835A671000000
    1.69Bottle30Yellow15-65 to 350Thin Liquid170MIL-S-22473 Grade JV2474835A72000001074835A721000000
     
    Medium Locking Strength
    0.34Bottle30Blue100-65 to 300Thin Liquid120MIL-S-46163 Grade J Type I2474835A91000001074835A911000000
    1.69Bottle30Blue100-65 to 300Thin Liquid120MIL-S-46163 Grade J Type I2474835A48000001074835A481000000
    1.69Bottle30Blue125-65 to 350Thin Liquid20MIL-S-22473 Grade C2474835A62000001074835A621000000
    1.69Bottle30Blue125-65 to 350Thin Liquid170MIL-S-22473 Grade CV2474835A63000001074835A631000000
    1.69Bottle30Yellow110-65 to 350Thin Liquid150MIL-S-22473 Grade B2474835A61000001074835A611000000
    8.45Bottle30Blue100-65 to 300Thin Liquid120MIL-S-46163 Grade J Type I2474835A92000000———0
     
    High Locking Strength
    0.34Bottle20Red200-65 to 300Thick Liquid3,550MIL-S-46163 Grade O Type II2474835A93000001074835A931000000
    0.34Bottle60Red250-65 to 300Thick Liquid7,000MIL-S-46163 Grade L Type I2474835A95000001074835A951000000
    1.69Bottle20Red200-65 to 300Thick Liquid3,550MIL-S-46163 Grade O Type II2474835A54000001074835A541000000
    1.69Bottle30Green185-65 to 350Thin Liquid20MIL-S-22473 Grade AA2474835A57000001074835A571000000
    1.69Bottle30Orange170-65 to 350Thin Liquid60MIL-S-22473 Grade D2474835A65000001074835A651000000
    1.69Bottle30Red185-65 to 350Thin Liquid20MIL-S-22473 Grade A2474835A56000001074835A561000000
    1.69Bottle30Red185-65 to 350Thin Liquid170MIL-S-22473 Grade AV2474835A58000001074835A581000000
    1.69Bottle60Red250-65 to 300Thick Liquid7,000MIL-S-46163 Grade L Type I2474835A51000001074835A511000000
    1.69Bottle60Red300-65 to 350Thin Liquid520MIL-S-46163 Grade K Type I2474835A49000001074835A491000000
    8.45Bottle20Red200-65 to 300Thick Liquid3,550MIL-S-46163 Grade O Type II2474835A94000000———0
     
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