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    Epoxy Potting Compounds

    Encase electronic assemblies in a layer of epoxy for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. The strongest of the potting compounds, epoxies are rigid and wear resistant. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation. All require a mixer nozzle and gun to dispense.
    Loctite® Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Potting Compounds. Epoxy Potting Compounds.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Epoxy Potting Compounds.
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    E-60NC1.7Thick Liquid6024550Not Rated-65 to 250Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassBlack0000000000000
    E-60NC6.8Thick Liquid6024550Not Rated-65 to 250Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassBlack000000000000
    E-60NC13.5Thick Liquid6024550Not Rated-65 to 250Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassBlack000000000000
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    Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Potting Compounds. Epoxy Potting Compounds.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Epoxy Potting Compounds.
    Cannot Be Sold to Canada—Compounds that cannot be sold to Canada are restricted by product labeling requirements.
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    1.69Thick Liquid45244000.3-40 to 300Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Plastic, Rubber, Composite, Fiberglass, Ceramic, GlassBlackCanada0000000000000
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    Heat-Transfer Epoxy Potting Compounds

    Formulated to draw heat away from sensitive electronic components, these potting compounds have higher thermal conductivity than standard potting compounds. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Rigid and wear resistant, epoxies are the strongest of the potting compounds. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation.
    Jar and Syringe Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Heat-Transfer Epoxy Potting Compounds, Jar, Syringe.
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    0.9Thick Liquid25 min.244501.87Not Rated5001 hr. @ 250°F Then 1 hr. @ 350°FAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Iron, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, Ceramic, GlassBlack0000000000000
    1Gel4 hr.6Not Rated1.87Not Rated6004 Hrs. @ 250°F Then 2 Hrs. @ 350°FAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Iron, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, Ceramic, GlassBlack000000000000
    1.5Thin Liquid30 min.264500.21Not Rated5001 hr. @ 250°F Then 1 hr. @ 350°FAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Iron, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, Ceramic, GlassAmber000000000000
    Cartridge Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Heat-Transfer Epoxy Potting Compounds, Cartridge.
    Cartridge potting compounds require a gun and mixer nozzle (each sold separately) to dispense.
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    1.7Thick Liquid1585201.01-40210Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassBlack0000000000000
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    Jar and Bottle Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Heat-Transfer Epoxy Potting Compounds, Bottle, Jar.
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    16Thin Liquid30264500.21Not Rated5001 hr. @ 250°F Then 1 hr. @ 350°FAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Iron, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, Ceramic, GlassAmber00000000000000

    Optically Clear Two-Part Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Optically Clear Two-Part Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds, Cartridge, Loctite®.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Optically Clear Two-Part Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds, Bottle.

    Loctite®

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    Bottle

    Clear enough to read through, these UV-resistant potting compounds allow optimal light transmission for use with LEDs, solar cells, and fiber optics. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Softer and more flexible than epoxies and urethanes with the widest temperature range, these silicone rubber compounds are the best choice for high-temperature applications and electronics exposed to thermal cycling. They have excellent electrical insulation and good moisture resistance but poor chemical and abrasion resistance. Also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
    Cartridge—Compounds in a cartridge come with a mixer nozzle for precise application. You need a gun (sold separately) to dispense.
    Bottle—Compounds in a bottle are easy to apply in high volumes. Just mix and pour them over components inside containers, such as potting boxes.
    Thick Liquid and Thin Liquid—Liquid compounds harden around your component to form a strong, durable, and permanent layer of protection.
    Gel—Gel compounds form a soft and flexible layer of protection. You can also remove them if you need to re-access your components. They are rated IP68 once potted, so they seal out water even if submersed.
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    Loctite® Cartridge Potting Compounds—Soft
    562013.5 fl. oz.Thin Liquid2030Yes1:15300.16-65 to 390Material Certificate with Traceable Lot Number and Product Shelf Life
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassClearClear000000000000000
     
    Momentive Bottle Potting Compounds—Medium Soft
    RTV6151 lb.Thick Liquid606010:15000.19-75 to 400Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassClearClear00000000000000
     
    Bottle Potting Compounds
    10.1 fl. oz.Gel15151:15000.2-75 to 355IP68
    Dusty, SubmersibleAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassClearClear0000000000000
     
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    Heavy Duty Coatings for Electronics

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Heavy Duty Coatings for Electronics.
    Thinner than standard potting compounds, these coatings flow easily into small spaces between electrical components. Use them to secure and insulate hardware on printed circuit boards. Rigid and wear resistant, epoxies have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation. Dispense with a mixer nozzle and a gun (each sold separately).
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    Certificates with a traceable lot number and product shelf life are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Loctite® Cartridge Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    E-00CL1.7Thick Liquid524No1:1400Not Rated-65 to 180Material Certificate with Traceable Lot Number and Product Shelf Life
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassClearClear0000000000000
    E-00CL6.8Thick Liquid524No1:1400Not Rated-65 to 180Material Certificate with Traceable Lot Number and Product Shelf Life
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassClearClear000000000000
     
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    Ready-to-Use Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds

    No mixing required—these potting compounds come ready to apply. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Softer and more flexible than epoxies and urethanes with the widest temperature range, silicone rubber potting compounds are the best choice for high-temperature applications and electronics exposed to thermal cycling. They have good moisture resistance but poor chemical and abrasion resistance. Silicones provide excellent electrical insulation. They're also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing) compounds because they don’t need heat or UV light to cure.
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    Compounds—Soft
    10.1CartridgePaste1024450Not Rated-70 to 400Mil. Spec.MIL-A-46106Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Plastic, Rubber, GlassBlackOpaque00000000000000
     

    Flame-Retardant Epoxy Potting Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Flame-Retardant Epoxy Potting Compounds , Cartridge.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Flame-Retardant Epoxy Potting Compounds , Can.

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    Protect circuit boards and other electronics from fire and heat. These self-extinguishing compounds meet UL 94V-0 for flame retardance and withstand temperatures up to nearly 400° F. Use them to shield components from dust, moisture, chemicals, mechanical shock, and vibration. Since they’re epoxies, they won’t break down from chemicals or moisture. They’re also excellent electrical insulators. These compounds have the consistency of honey once they’re mixed, so they seep into crevices to encase intricate components.
    Cartridge—Cartridge compounds dispense through a mixer nozzle for precise application. Use them with a dispensing gun.
    Can—Can compounds are easier to apply in high volumes than cartridge compounds. Mix them together and pour them over components inside containers, such as a potting box. If you see air bubbles after mixing, put the mixture in a vacuum chamber to remove them.
    Cannot Be Sold to Canada—These compounds cannot be sold to Canada.
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    Cartridge Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    15.2 fl. oz.Thick Liquid248Yes2:13950.5-110 to 390UL 94 V-0
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Plastic, Rubber, Composite, Fiberglass, Ceramic, GlassCanada0000000000000
     
    Can Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    3 qt.Thick Liquid2482:13950.5-110 to 390UL 94 V-0
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Plastic, Rubber, Composite, Fiberglass, Ceramic, GlassCanada0000000000000
     
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    Light-Activated Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Light-Activated Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds.
    These compounds dry quickly when exposed to UV light allowing you to handle the potted items sooner. Made of silicone rubber, they’re softer and more flexible than epoxy or urethane compounds, so they’re better at protecting against shocks and vibration. They also withstand a wider range of temperatures, so they’re often used with electronics that heat and cool rapidly. These compounds are excellent electrical insulators, and they’ll shield your components from moisture and dust. However, they don’t hold up well to abrasion or chemicals. The tapered nozzle lets you apply them precisely.
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    Loctite® Cartridge Potting Compounds—Soft
    509110 1/10Thick Liquid202460 sec. @ 40 mW/cm²UV Light450Not Rated-65 to 350UL Recognized Component
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassWhiteSemi-Clear00000000000000
     

    Low-Outgassing Optically Clear Two-Part Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Low-Outgassing Optically Clear Two-Part Silicone Rubber Potting Compounds.
    Tested to meet ASTM E595, a standard used by NASA, these compounds produce almost no volatile emissions that could damage sensitive electronics, even in a vacuum. Light passes through them easily, so they’re ideal for protecting solar cells and fiber optics. Made of silicone rubber, these compounds are softer and more flexible than epoxy and urethane compounds. That means they’re better at protecting against shocks and vibration. They also withstand a wider range of temperatures, so you can use them with electronics that heat and cool rapidly. These compounds are excellent electrical insulators, and they’ll shield your components from moisture and dust. However, they don’t hold up well to chemicals or scrapes. They’re also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
    These compounds are easy to apply in high volumes. Just mix the two parts together and pour them over components inside a container, such as a potting box.
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    Bottle Potting Compounds—Medium Soft
    4.1Thick Liquid32410:14750.2-45 to 390ASTM E595Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Steel, Silver, Fiberglass, GlassClearClear0000000000000000
     

    Optically Clear Epoxy Potting Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Optically Clear Epoxy Potting Compounds, Cartridge.

    Cartridge

    Clear enough to read through, these UV-resistant potting compounds allow optimal light transmission for use with LEDs, solar cells, and fiber optics. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Rigid and wear resistant, epoxies are the strongest of the potting compounds. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation. All require a mixer nozzle and gun to dispense.
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    Cartridge Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    1.7Thick Liquid4024No1:15000.24-65 to 275Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Iron, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Plastic, Rubber, Composite, Fiberglass, Ceramic, GlassAmberClear0000000000000
     
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    Light-Activated Epoxy Potting Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Light-Activated Epoxy Potting Compounds.
    Handle potted items within minutes—these potting compounds dry quickly when exposed to UV light. For added strength and durability, cure them with heat. Since they’re epoxy, they won’t break down from chemicals or moisture. They’re also excellent electrical insulators and withstand a wide range of temperatures. Use them to shield components from dust, moisture, chemicals, mechanical shock, and vibration. You need a mixer nozzle (not included) and a gun and plunger (both sold separately) to dispense. The nozzle lets you apply these compounds precisely.
    For maximum effectiveness, these compounds need to be heat cured after they’re cured with UV light. Overall dry time includes heat curing at 149° F.
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    Loctite® Cartridge Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    33361.4Thick Liquid516No4:160 sec. @ 30 mW/cm²UV LightNot RatedNot Rated-65 to 350Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composite, FiberglassAmberClear0000000000000
     
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