Datasheet
TDS LOCTITE
®
55™, May-2006
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).
Directions for use
1. Clean parts with a wire brush prior to application of
product.
2. Hold the end of the Pipe Sealing Cord against the male
nipple with one finger approximately two threads away
from the end.
3. Wind the fiber onto the pipe threads in the same direction
of the thread helix starting from the end of the pipe. For
optimum performance, the grooves of the threads should
be filled without completely masking the pitches of the
thread.
NOTE: It is not necessary to follow the valley of the
thread.
4. CAUTION: Do not over-apply the Pipe Sealing Cord.
Excessive material tends to be pushed off as fittings are
assembled, and it also becomes mechanically more
difficult to complete the engagement.
5. Cut the required length off with the integrated cutting tool
and smooth the loose end onto the pitches of the pipe
thread.
6.
LOCTITE
®
55™ can be adjusted up to 90° after
tightening.
Usage/Application Information
The following is a guideline for how much LOCTITE
®
55™ to
use per pipe diameter.
Pipe Diameter Number of turns (wraps)
Metal Plastic
½ " 6 to 8 12 to 15
¾ " 7 to 9 15 to 25
1 " 8 to 12 20 to 30
1½ " 10 to 15 25 to 35
2 " 15 to 25 ----------
2½ " 20 to 30 ----------
3 " 25 to 35 ----------
3½ " 30 to 40 ----------
4 " 35 to 45 ----------
LOCTITE
®
55™ provides sealing against cold water and
compresed air on plastic pipe threads when applied properly in
a sufficient amount.
Loctite Material Specification
LMS
LMS dated January-26, 2005. Test reports for each batch are
available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports include
selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive
controls are in place to assure product quality and
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may
be coordinated through Henkel Quality.
Storage
Store product in the unopened container in a dry location.
Storage information may be indicated on the product container
labeling.
Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or
greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties.
Material removed from containers may be contaminated during
use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel
Corporation cannot assume responsibility for product which
has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than
those previously indicated. If additional information is required,
please contact your local Technical Service Center or
Customer Service Representative.
Conversions
(°C x 1.8) + 32 = °F
kV/mm x 25.4 = V/mil
mm / 25.4 = inches
µm / 25.4 = mil
N x 0.225 = lb
N/mm x 5.71 = lb/in
N/mm² x 145 = psi
MPa x 145 = psi
N·m x 8.851 = lb·in
N·m x 0.738 = lb·ft
N·mm x 0.142 = oz·in
mPa·s = cP
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. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
methods mentioned herein and to adopt such precautions as
may be advisable for the protection of property and of persons
against any hazards that may be involved in the handling and
use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation
specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Henkel
Corporation’s products. Henkel Corporation specifically
disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
damages of any kind, including lost profits. The discussion
herein of various processes or compositions is not to be
interpreted as representation that they are free from
domination of patents owned by others or as a license under
any Henkel Corporation patents that may cover such
processes or compositions. We recommend that each
prospective user test his proposed application before repetitive
use, using this data as a guide. This product may be covered
by one or more United States or foreign patents or patent
applications.
Trademark usage
Except as otherwise noted, all trademarks in this document
are trademarks of Henkel Corporation in the U.S. and
elsewhere.
®
denotes a trademark registered in the U.S.
Patent and Trademark Office.
Underwriters Laboratories, inc.
®
is a trademark of
Underwriters Laboratories, inc.
Reference 1.5
Henkel Loctite Americas
+860.571.5100
Henkel Loctite Europe
+49.89.9268.0
Henkel Loctite Asia Pacific
+81.45.758.1810
For the most direct access to local sales and technical support visit: www.loctite.com