Loctite 242 Threadlocker Anaerobic
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A general purpose, medium-strength, medium-viscosity, anaerobic-curing threadlocking adhesive. It is thixotropic to prevent migration after application, and is perfect for fasteners requiring normal disassembly with standard hand tools. Fixture time 5.0 min - 20.0 min.
People Also Ask — Loctite 242 Threadlocker Anaerobic Adhesive Blue 50ml
What strength threadlocker is Loctite 242?
Loctite 242 is a low-to-medium strength, blue anaerobic threadlocking adhesive, designed for fasteners that need to be removed again with standard hand tools rather than permanently locked.
How long does Loctite 242 take to fixture?
Fixture time is 5.0 to 20.0 minutes. It's a medium-viscosity liquid, anaerobic-curing adhesive.
Will Loctite 242 run or migrate after I apply it to a thread?
No — it's thixotropic, meaning it resists flowing or migrating away from the thread once applied, so it stays where you put it during assembly.
Can I disassemble a fastener locked with Loctite 242 using normal hand tools?
Yes — 242 is specifically formulated for fasteners requiring normal disassembly with standard hand tools, unlike higher-strength threadlockers that need heat to break loose.
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