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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.
    Military Specification—Mil. Spec. threadlockers are manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards.
    Container
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    oz.
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    Mil. Spec.
    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
     
    Other Threadlockers
    1.69Bottle10Blue150NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 350Thick Liquid1,200MIL-S-46163 Grade N Type II2474835A5300000
     

    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.
    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
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    Strength, hr.
    Each
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    2900.34Bottle20Green90NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 300Thin Liquid40MIL-S-461632491458A118000000
    2901.69Bottle20Green90NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 300Thin Liquid40MIL-S-461632491458A11900000
    2908.45Bottle20Green90NSF/ANSI 61
    -65 to 300Thin Liquid40MIL-S-461632491458A830000000
     

    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.
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    Environment
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    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
     

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

    Applicator-Top Can

    Tube

    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.
    NSF/ANSI 61—To adhere to safety standards for drinking water systems, use sealants that meet NSF/ANSI 61.
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    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Certification
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    Low Locking Strength
     
    Loctite®
    5650.2Tube102410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K1200000
    5651.7Tube102410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K500000
    5658.4Tube102410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K1300000
    56510.1Cartridge102410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A5800000
    56533.8Bottle102410,00010,000-653002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A61000000
    5670.2Tube102410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K140000
    5671.7Tube102410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K2700000
    5678.4Tube102410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White45855K37000000
    56711.8Applicator-Top Can102410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A76000000
    56733.8Bottle102410,00010,000-654003"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White1810A57000000
     

    Retaining Compounds for Oily Loose-Fitting Parts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Compounds. Bottle.
    Image of Product. 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
    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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    cP
    Shear Strength,
    psi
    Color
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    High Locking Strength
     
    Loctite® Retaining Compounds
    6800.02Single-Use Capsule0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A1210000010091458A1630000000
    6800.34Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A122000001091458A164000000
    6801.69Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A123000001091458A165000000
    6808.45Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    91458A3300000001091458A30100000000
    68033.8Bottle0.015"424-65 to 300Thick Liquid1,2502,800GreenNSF/ANSI 61
    1810A43000000———0
     

    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.
    Material Certificate Icon
    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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    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
     

    Reusable Non-Hardening Thread Sealants for Fine Threads

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Reusable Non-Hardening Thread Sealants for Fine Threads.
    Formulated to flow into small spaces, use these sealants between fine threads. Threads coated with these sealants can be installed multiple times without recoating. They have low locking strength, so they prevent threads from loosening due to vibration and can be adjusted without tools. They meet NSF/ANSI 61 for use with drinking water.
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    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
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    Std.
    Choose a
    Color
    Each
    Low Locking Strength
    2Applicator-Top Bottle10,000300-653004"Thick LiquidNSF/ANSI 61
    White
    ,
    Orange
    4592K3000000
     

    Reusable Non-Hardening Thread Sealants for Coarse Threads

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Reusable Non-Hardening Thread Sealants for Coarse Threads.
    Much thicker than sealants for fine threads, these sealants bridge the gaps between coarse threads. Threads coated with these sealants can be installed multiple times without recoating. They have low locking strength, so they prevent threads from loosening due to vibration and can be adjusted without tools. They meet NSF/ANSI 61 for use with drinking water.
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    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
    Food Industry
    Std.
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    Each
    Low Locking Strength
    2Applicator-Top Bottle10,000300-653004"Thick LiquidNSF/ANSI 61
    White
    ,
    Orange
    4592K2000000
     

    Thread Sealants

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Thread Sealants, Tube.

    Tube

    These thread sealants are anaerobic, so they don’t begin to harden until coated surfaces are threaded together, blocking exposure to air.
    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.
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    Fluids
    For
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    Max.
    For Max.
    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Certification
    Mil. Spec.
    Color
    Each
    Medium Locking Strength
    1.7Tube102410,000300-654002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Mil. Spec.
    UL Listed
    MIL-S-15204White45855K86000000
    8.4Tube102410,000300-654002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Mil. Spec.
    UL Listed
    MIL-S-15204White45855K8700000
     

    Drip-Free Non-Hardening Thread Sealants with PTFE

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Drip-Free Non-Hardening Thread Sealants with PTFE.
    Apply these thread sealant sticks without a mess. They contain PTFE, which provides a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding. These sealants never fully harden, remaining pliable enough to self-heal and stop leaks before they start, so they’re often used in high-vibration applications that could cause standard thread sealants to fail. Since they have low locking strength, these sealants can be adjusted without tools. They meet NSF/ANSI 61 for use with drinking water.
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    Pressure, psi
    Net Wt.,
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    Consistency
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    Low Locking Strength
     
    Slic-Tite
    1.2Stick5,000500-50 to 3502"Semi-SolidNSF/ANSI 61
    Food and Beverage, OutdoorWhite5477K11000000
     
    Other Thread Sealants
    1.3Stick2,000350-50 to 3502"Semi-SolidNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    Food and Beverage, OutdoorOff-White4592K340000
    4Stick2,000350-50 to 3502"Semi-SolidNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    Food and Beverage, OutdoorOff-White4592K110000
     

    Non-Hardening Thread Sealants with PTFE

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

    Applicator-Top Can

    PTFE provides a slippery surface that keeps threads from binding. These sealants never fully harden, remaining pliable enough to self-heal and stop leaks before they start, so they’re often used in high-vibration applications that could cause standard thread sealants to fail. Since they have low locking strength, these sealants can be adjusted without tools.
    NSF/ANSI 61—Sealants that meet NSF/ANSI 61 adhere to safety standards for drinking water systems.
    VOC-Free—VOC-free sealants won’t harm the environment and comply with LEED Green Building standards. VOC stands for volatile organic compound.
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    Type
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    For
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    Min.
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    For Max.
    Thread Dia.
    Consistency
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Certification
    Color
    Features
    Each
    Low Locking Strength
     
    Slic-Tite
    4Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White5477K13000000
    8Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White5477K1400000
    16Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White5477K1600000
    32Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    UL Listed
    White5477K1700000
     
    Other Thread Sealants
    4Applicator-Top Can5,0001,500-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Blue5477K10400000
    4Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    C-UL Classified
    UL Classified
    Off-WhiteVOC-Free5477K1120000
    8Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    C-UL Classified
    UL Classified
    Off-WhiteVOC-Free5477K11300000
    16Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    C-UL Classified
    UL Classified
    Off-WhiteVOC-Free5477K11400000
    32Applicator-Top Can10,0003,000-505002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    C-UL Classified
    UL Classified
    Off-WhiteVOC-Free5477K11500000
     

    High-Temperature Thread Sealants

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. High-Temperature Thread Sealants.
    These sealants have high locking strength, so they work in demanding applications, such as securing mounting studs in motor housings. They also withstand applications with large temperature swings.
    Room Temperature—Room-temperature cure sealants must be mixed with water for use; they harden as the water evaporates. Mix about five parts powdered-sealant to one part water to form a thick consistency similar to peanut butter. Hardening can be accelerated with heat; do not heat to above 200° F. They require a hand tool to unthread.
    1,000° F Maximum Temperature—1000° F max. temp. sealants expand as they harden.
    1,500° F Maximum Temperature—1500° F max. temp. sealants are for use on cement-lined pipe joints prior to welding. The heat from the welding torch helps them begin to harden.
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    For Use On
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    Each
    High Locking Strength
     
    Room Temperature Cure X-Pando
    14Can60245:15,0005,000-3001,0006"PowderNSF/ANSI 61
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Stainless Steel, SteelGray6818K11000000
    14Can60245:15,0005,000-3001,5006"PowderNSF/ANSI 61
    Aluminum, SteelGray6818K2400000
    70Can60245:15,0005,000-3001,0006"PowderNSF/ANSI 61
    Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Stainless Steel, SteelGray6818K1200000
    70Can60245:15,0005,000-3001,5006"PowderNSF/ANSI 61
    Aluminum, SteelGray6818K2600000
     

    Non-Hardening Thread Sealants

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Non-Hardening Thread Sealants, Applicator-Top Can.

    Applicator-Top Can

    Often used in high-vibration applications that could cause standard thread sealants to fail, these never fully harden and remain pliable enough to self-heal and stop leaks before they start. Formulated without PTFE, these sealants are less slippery and less likely to result in overtightenting than sealants that have PTFE, making them good for plastic pipe where overtightening could lead to cracks and breaks. They have low locking strength, so they can be adjusted without tools.
    NSF/ANSI 61—To adhere to safety standards for drinking water systems, use sealants that meet NSF/ANSI 61.
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    Low Locking Strength
    4Applicator-Top Can6,0003,000-1006002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Blue4586K201000000
    8Applicator-Top Can6,0003,000-1006002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Blue4586K900000
    16Applicator-Top Can6,0003,000-1006002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Blue4586K20200000
    32Applicator-Top Can6,0003,000-1006002"PasteNSF/ANSI 61
    Blue4586K20300000
     

    Thread Sealants for Refrigeration Systems

    For use in refrigeration systems and applications exposed to strong chemicals, these sealants have excellent solvent resistance.
    Nonhardening
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Sealants. Thread Sealants for Refrigeration Systems.
    Non-hardening sealants never fully harden, remaining pliable enough to self-heal and stop leaks before they start, so they’re often used in high-vibration applications that could cause standard thread sealants to fail. Since they have low locking strength, these sealants can be adjusted without tools. These sealants are NSF registered H2 for use in food-processing areas, but they can’t come into contact with food.
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    Low Locking Strength
    1BottleNot RatedNot Rated-35 to 4256"Thick LiquidR-12 Refrigerant, R-134A Refrigerant, R-22 Refrigerant, R-404A Refrigerant, R-407C Refrigerant, R-502 RefrigerantNSF Registered H2
    Clear245855K55000000
    1BottleNot RatedNot Rated-30 to 3506"Thick LiquidR-12 Refrigerant, R-22 RefrigerantNSF Registered H2
    Clear245855K5400000
     

    Retaining Compounds for Close-Fitting Parts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Compounds. Bottle.

    Bottle

    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
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    Color
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    Met
    Mil. Spec.
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    Std.
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    High Locking Strength
    1.69Bottle0.01"6024-65 to 350Thick Liquid1,5003,000GreenASTM D5363MIL-R-46082 Type IIINSF/ANSI 61
    74835A750000001074835A7510000000
     
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