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6875 Parkland Boulevard, Solon Medium Strength Threadlocker

Ohio 44139
BLUE

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION For assembly

PERMATEX Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE is a 1 Clean all threads (Bolt and Hole) with a cleaning solvent
medium strength anaerobic threadlocking material, which . such as Permatex Brake and Parts Cleaner and allow to
cures between engaged threads to form a unitized assembly dry.
that helps resist leakage, shock and vibration. The product is 2 Determine if the threads to be bonded are Active or
a single component, anaerobic liquid that cures when confined . Inactive Metals (Ref: Cure Speed vs. Substrate on the
in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. second page). If material is an Inactive Metal, spray all
Ideal for all 1/4 inch to 3/4 inch diameter nut and bolt threads with Permatex Surface Prep and allow 30 seconds
assemblies. Excellent chemical resistance and temperature to dry . Priming is not required if the material is an Active
resistance range of -54C to +149C (-65F to +300F). Easily Metal. If unknown, it is always best to use the activator.
removable with hand tools for servicing requirements. Meets 3 Shake the product thoroughly before use.
or exceeds the requirements of Military Specification Mil-S- .
46163A Type II, Grade N. NSF White Book registered. 4 To prevent the product from clogging in the nozzle, do not
. allow the tip to touch metal surfaces during application.
5 For Thru Holes, apply several drops of product onto the
. bolt at the nut engagement area.

PRODUCT BENEFITS
Improved Reliability
• Eliminates vibration issues
• Seals against leakage
• Prevents rusting of threads
• Cures without cracking or shrinking
• Adjusts or disassembles with hand tools
Easy Application
• No mixing
• No curing outside of joint
• Thixotropic: resists dripping from threads during assembly
• No torque compensation required during assembly
6 For Blind Holes, apply several drops down the female
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS . threads into the bottom of the hole. As threads are
Prevents loosening and leakage of threaded fasteners. engaged, compressed air forces the product upwards into
Particularly suitable for applications such as: the threads.
• Belt tensioner bolts
• Pulley bolts
• Cup and core plugs
• Fan hub bolts
• Visor mount bolts
• Starter mounting bolts
• Alternator Mounting Bolts
• Intake Manifold Bolts
• Valve Cover Bolts
• Vacuum Adjustment Screws
• Oil Pan Bolts
• Axle Cover Screws 7 Assemble and tighten as usual. When tightening to
• Drive Shaft Bolts . established torque values, torque compensation is not
• Disc Brake Caliper Bolts required.
• Gearshift Knobs
For Cleanup
1. Residual liquid films and/or fillets outside the joint are
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
NOT FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.
THE TECHNICAL DATA CONTAINED HEREIN ARE INTENDED AS REFERENCE ONLY.
PLEASE CONTACT PERMATEX, INC., TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ASSISTANCE AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR SPECIFIC APPLICATION.
PERMATEX, INC., 6875 PARKLAND BOULEVARD, SOLON, OH 44139 PHONE – (1-87PERMATEX) 05/08
 Technical Data Sheet Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE
readily soluble in Permatex Brake and Parts Cleaner.
2. Cured product can be removed with a combination of Cure speed vs. temperature
soaking in Permatex Gasket Remover and mechanical The rate of cure will depend on the ambient temperature. Full
abrasion such as a wire brush. cure is attainable in 24 hours at room temperature, 22C
For Disassembly (72F), or 1 hour at 93C (200F).
1. Remove with standard hand tools.
2. In the rare instance where hand tools do not work, Cure speed vs. activator
because of excessive engagement length, apply localized Where cure speed is unacceptably long, or large gaps are
heat to nut or bolt to approximately 232C (450F). present, applying an activator (Surface Prep) to the surface
Disassemble while hot. will improve cure speed. A 3/8-16 steel nut and bolt assembly
For Reassembly will fixture in 5 minutes using a primer, while fixturing will occur
1. Remove loose product from nut and bolt. in 20 minutes without a primer. Full cure in 24 hours for both
2. Apply primer to all threads, regardless of metal type. procedures. The graph below shows the breakaway strength
3. Assemble and tighten as usual. developed with time using Permatex Surface Prep Activator.

PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL

Typical Value Cure speed vs Activator
Chemical Type Anaerobic Dimethacrylate Ester
Appearance Opaque Blue Fluorescent Liquid
Specific Gravity 1.0

% of full strength on steel

Viscosity @ 25C, cP 800 to 1,600 120
Brookfield RVF, spindle 100
#3, @ 20 RPM
Flash Point (TCC), C (F) >93 (>200) 80
60
TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE 40
Cure speed vs. substrate
The rate of cure will depend on the material used. 20
PERMATEX Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE will react 0
faster and stronger with Active Metals. However, Inactive 0.1 1 10 100
Metals will require the use of an activator (Surface Prep) to
obtain maximum strength and cure speed at room Hours
temperature. Activator w/o Actvator
Active Metals Inactive Metals
Soft Steel Iron Bright Platings PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
Copper Anodized Surfaces (After 24 hr at 72F on 3/8-16 steel Grade 8 Nuts and Grade 5 bolts)
Brass Titanium Typical
Manganese Zinc Value Range
Bronze Pure Aluminum Breakaway Torque, Nm, 12 8 to 17
Nickel Stainless Steel (in.lbs) (110) (70 to 150)
Aluminum Alloy Cadmium Prevail Torque, Nm 5 3 to 7
(in.lbs) (43) (25 to 60)
Where Breakaway Torque is the force required to initiate the fastener
The graph below shows the breakaway strength developed movement and Prevail Torque is the force required to disassemble the
with time on 3/8” - 16 Grade 5 bolts and Grade 8 nuts fastener once Breakaway Torque has occurred.
compared to different materials.
TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE
Cure Speed vs Substrate Temperature Resistance
Product temperature range from -54C to +149C (-65F to
+300F). The breakaway and prevailing torque values
% of full strength on steel

120 decrease as temperature increases, however the assembly

100 remains effective against vibration and leakage.
80
Chemical / Solvent Resistance
60 Aged under conditions and tested at 22C(72F)
40
20 % Initial Strength retained after time
Temp 500hr 1000hr
0
Hot air 150C
0.1 1 10 100 Motor oil(SL) 125C 100%
Hours Gasoline 23C 100%
Antifreeze 87C 60%
Aluminum Stainless Ethanol 23C 55%
Steel Zinc plated
Acetone 23C 65%

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 Technical Data Sheet Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE

GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.

For safe handling information on this product, consult the

Material Safety Data Sheet, (MSDS).
This product is not normally recommended for use on plastics
(particularly thermoplastic materials where stress cracking of
the plastic could result). It is recommended to confirm
compatibility of the product with such substrates.

ORDERING INFORMATION
Part Number Container Size
24210 10 ml bottle, carded
24250 50 ml bottle
24225 250 ml bottle

STORAGE
Products shall be ideally stored in a cool, dry location in
unopened containers at a temperature between 8 and 28C
(46 and 82F) unless otherwise labeled. Optimal storage is at
the lower half of this temperature range. To prevent
contamination of unused product, do not return any material to
its original container.

NOTE
The data contained herein are furnished for information only
and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
methods we have no control. ITW Permatex, Inc.
specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Permatex,
Inc. products and disclaims any liability for consequential
or incidental damages of any kind, including lost profits.
This product may be covered by one or more United States or
foreign patents or patent applications.

Permatex and Surface Prep trademarks of Illinois Tool Works, Inc. ©2020 ITW Permatex, Inc. All rights reserved.