Specification Sheet

Technical Data Sheet Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE Gel
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TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE
Cure speed vs. substrate
The graph below shows the breakaway strength developed
with time on 3/8” – 16 Grade 5 bolts and Grade 2 nuts for
different materials.
Cure Speed vs Substrate
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
0.1 1 10 100
Hours
% full strength on steel
Aluminum Stainless
Steel Zinc plated
Cure speed vs. temperature
The rate of cure will depend on the ambient temperature. Full
cure is attainable in 24 hours at room temperature, 72°F
(22°C), or 1 hour at 200°F (93°C).
PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
(After 24 hrs. at 72
°
F on 3/8-16 steel Grade 8 Nuts and Grade
5 bolts)
Typical
Value
Range
Breakaway Torque, in.lbs
115
70 to 150
(Nm)
(13)
(8 to 17)
Prevail Torque, in.lbs
53
25 to 60
(Nm)
(6)
(3 to 7)
Where Breakaway Torque is the force required to initiate the
fastener movement and Prevail Torque is the force required to
disassemble the fastener once Breakaway Torque has
occurred.
TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE
Temperature Resistance
Product temperature range from -65°F to +300°F (-54°C to
+149°C). The breakaway and prevailing torque values
decrease as temperature increases, however the assembly
remains effective against vibration and leakage.
Chemical / Solvent Resistance
Aged under conditions and tested at 72°F (22°C)
3/8 – 16 steel nuts & bolts
% Initial Strength retained after time
Temp 1000hr
Hot air 150°C 47
Motor oil (SL) 125°C 21
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
24010
10 gm Gel Twist Applicator, carded
24005
5 gm Gel Squeeze Applicator, carded
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.