What is 609 Loctite used for?

LOCTITE® 609 is a green, high strength methacrylate ester acrylic retaining compound designed for the bonding of cylindrical fitting parts. The product cures in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. Typical applications include rotor to shafts in fractional and subfractional horsepower motors.

Can Loctite 609 be used on threads?

Re: Loctite #609 and Thread-Lockers Not a ton of it, just a little on most of the threads that way it won’t be impossible to get off, but will hold just fine.

How long does Loctite last once applied?

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.

How do you remove Loctite retaining compound?

For disassembly of the Loctite 648 material use heat approximately 250 degrees Celsius and the material will disassemble. Cured material can be removed by soaking it in a Loctite Solvent and using a wire brush.

How long does it take Loctite 609 to cure?

24.0 hr.
Technical Information

Agency Approvals / Specifications ASTM D5363, CFIA Listed, MIL-R-46082B for existing designs
Color Green
Cure Type Anaerobic Cure
Fixture Time 10.0 min.
Full Cure Time, @ 22.0 °C 24.0 hr.

What is the strongest Loctite?

LOCTITE® Red Threadlocker
LOCTITE® Red Threadlocker is the highest strength. This product cures fully in 24 hours and is available in both a liquid and as a semisolid anaerobic. The red products are so powerful that they require heat to be disassembled.

What can I use instead of Loctite 609?

The equivalent product from Permatex appears to be: “Permatex Bearing Mount for Close Fits”, p/n 60940. 2) Loctite 680 is described as “Retaining Compound – High Strength/High Viscosity”. It’s ideal for gaps up to . 015″.

What is the difference between Loctite 609 and 620?

High oil tolerance. Loctite 609 : High strength methacrylate ester acrylic retaining compound designed for the bonding of cylindrical fitting parts. Loctite 620 : LOCTITE 620 is designed for the bonding of cylindrical fitting parts.

Do you have to let Loctite dry?

Not waiting for the proper cure time Threadlockers provide excellent holding power – but only after they’ve had time to cure. Typically, threadlockers achieve ‘fixture strength’ in 20 minutes and fully cure in 24 hours.

Is Loctite permanent?

Loctite Threadlocker Red 271 is designed for the permanent locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration.

How do you remove Loctite bolts?

How to Remove Loctite Bolts

  1. Attempt to remove the bolt first with the correctly sized end wrench or socket.
  2. Break out your propane or acetylene torch.
  3. Apply heat to the bolt head or stud with your torch, just touching the metal with the end of your flame.