Loctite 242 Threadlocker
242
Overview
Loctite 242 is a medium-strength threadlocker for locking and sealing threaded metal fasteners that require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. It is particularly suited for less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces.
Specifications
- Color
- Blue
- Strength
- Medium
- Base Type
- Dimethacrylate ester (acrylic)
- Viscosity
- 800-1,600 cP
- Cure Type
- Anaerobic
- Service Temperature
- -54°C to 149°C (-65°F to 300°F)
- Fixture Time
- 10 minutes on active metals (steel); longer on less active metals
- Full Cure Time
- 24 hours
- Shelf Life
- 24 months from date of manufacture (unopened)
Technical Information
- Medium viscosity (800-1,600 cP)
- Suited to less active substrates (stainless steel, plated surfaces)
- Meets Mil-S-46163A and ASTM D5363
Typical Applications
- General-purpose fastener locking
- Valve covers, water pumps, alternators
- Light machinery and conveyors
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