LOCTITE 242 is a medium strength methacrylate-based threadlocking adhesive with medium viscosity and offering general purpose qualities. It provides quick fixture times on steel, brass and stainless steel of 5, 15 and 20 minutes respectively.
LOCTITE 242 is thixotropic to prevent migration after application and is intended for fasteners which require normal disassembly with standard hand tools.
- Medium strength
- Medium viscosity
- Quick fixture time
- Thixotropic to reduce adhesive migration
- Supplied in 250ml dispenser
- Manufacturer's part 142505
| Type |
Threadlocker |
| Strength |
Medium |
| Dispensing Method |
Dispenser |
| Volume |
250ml |
| Chemical basis / base |
Methacrylate |
| Colour |
Clear |
| Fixture time |
5.0 min - 20.0 min |
| Key characteristics |
Thixotropic |
| Recommended for use with |
Metal: steel, Metal: steel - stainless steel, Metal: brass |
| Viscosity, Brookfield - RVF, @ 25.0 °C Spindle 3, speed 20 rpm, Helipath |
800.0 mPa·s (cP) - 1600.0 mPa·s (cP) |
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