What does Loctite Blue 242 do?
Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 is designed to lock and seal threaded fasteners and prevent loosening from vibration. Ideal for 6-19mm fasteners, this unique formula is great for small motors, mowers, and power equipment.
How do you use Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242?
How to Use LOCTITE® Threadlockers
- Prepare the Surface. Preparation is the easiest step to forget when applying a threadlocker, but it’s arguably the most important for longevity and performance.
- Allow the Threads to Dry.
- Apply a Few Dots of Threadlocker.
- Attach the Nut to the Bolt.
- Cure in Place.
How long does Loctite 242 take to dry?
24 hours
Fast and easy to use, this medium-strength threadlocker sets in just 10 minutes and fully cures in 24 hours. Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 is particularly suited for applications on less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces, where disassembly is required for servicing.
Does Loctite 242 expire?
According to Loctite’s manufacturer, Henkel, Loctite (loctiteproducts.com) does go bad. The technical data sheets of both thread-locker 271 (red) and 242 (blue) say that the shelf life of each is 24 months unopened, or 12 months once the tube is opened.
Does heat Cure Loctite faster?
Yes, heat can help achieve faster cure. Typically one can heat cure LOCTITE threadlockers at 125 degrees celsius for 1 hour, or go as low as 66 degrees celsius for 3 hours.
Should you refrigerate Loctite?
UNOPENED cyanoacrylate products must be stored under refrigerated conditions at 2°C (36°F) to 8°C (46°F). Storage below 2°C (36°F) or greater than 8°C (46°F) can adversely affect product properties.
Can Blue Loctite be removed?
Low and medium strength threadlockers Purple Loctite is the lowest strength threadlocker, so simply applying extra torque with a screwdriver or spanner would do the job. Blue Loctite is stronger than purple, so you may need to use a torque wrench or pipe to apply enough breakaway torque to loosen the bolt.
How strong is blue Loctite?
medium adhesion strength
Blue Loctite threadlocker is considered to have medium adhesion strength. It can be disassembled with high torque, but it is easier to disassemble with special chemicals and/or heat. It is available as a tape, semisolid, or liquid form, and once applied to the threads it will cure in 24 hours.
How long does Loctite 242 last?
The technical data sheets of both thread-locker 271 (red) and 242 (blue) say that the shelf life of each is 24 months unopened, or 12 months once the tube is opened. This assumes storage at 46-82 degrees F. (Loctite should never be frozen.)
Does Loctite get old?
The shelf life period for Loctite® products is one year from date of shipment from Henkel facilities or as indicated by package labeling. For optimal storage, maintain product at a temperature between 8°C (46°F) to 21°C (70°F).
Does Loctite 242 go bad?
Why use Loctite blue 242 threadlocker?
Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242 is particularly suited for applications on less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces, where disassembly is required for servicing.
What is the fixture time of Loctite 242?
The product provides quick fixture times on steel, brass and stainless steel of 5, 15 and 20 min respectively. LOCTITE 242 is thixotropic to prevent migration after application and is intended for fasteners that require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. Looking for a TDS or SDS in another language?
What type of adhesive is Loctite?
Drag mouse over the image for a larger view. Medium strength, medium viscosity thixotropic threadlocking adhesive for metal thread sizes up to M36. LOCTITE® 242 is a medium strength, medium viscosity, methacrylate-based threadlocking adhesive offering general purpose qualities.
What is removable threadlocker and how does it work?
Removable threadlocker is designed to be applied to threaded components before assembly. When joining pieces with a threaded fastener, threadlockers fill gaps between threads, and help form solid, unitized assemblies.
