MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
THREADLOCKING COMPOUNDS
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DEC 11, 2014
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION: THREADLOCKING COMPOUNDS
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SCOPE:
This specifies the allowable thread locking compounds and their application
specific guidelines.
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ORDER OF PRECEDENCE:
In the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the references
cited herein, the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this
document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific
exemption has been obtained.
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APPROVED MATERIALS:
Below are the approved materials. Consult the manufacturer’s specification for
application procedures.
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LOCTITE THREADLOCKER BLUE 242:
Manufacturer: Henkel/Loctite
Manufacturer P/N: Loctite 242
Uses:
 Metal fasteners
Do not use on:
 Surfaces that contain (or may contain) oil and/or grease
 Black oxide hardware
 Plastic parts
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LOCTITE THREADLOCKER BLUE 243:
Manufacturer: Henkel/Loctite
Manufacturer P/N: Loctite 243
Uses:
 Metal fasteners
Do not use on:
 Plastic parts
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VIBRA-TITE VC-3:
Manufacturer: Vibra-Tite
Manufacturer P/N: VC-3
Uses:
 Metal fasteners
 Plastic fasteners
 Wood
Do not use on:
 N/A
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