Description
LOCTITE 242 is a medium viscosity thixotropic threadlocking adhesive. It is to prevent migration after application and is intended for fasteners that require normal disassembly with standard hand tools.
- Pack size: 250 ml bottle (Loctite no. 142505)
- Available as well in 10 ml and 50 ml bottle
Application
- The product provides quick fixture times on steel, brass and stainless steel of 5, 15 and 20 min respectively.
- For metal thread sizes up to M36.
Characteristics
- Medium strength
- Medium viscosity
- Quick fixture time
- Thixotropic to reduce adhesive migration
- Color: blue
Technical Information
| Chemical Basis / Base | Methacrylate |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fixture Time | 5.0 – 20.0 min. |
| Key Characteristics | Thixotropic |
| Substrates | Metal: Steel, Metal: Steel – Stainless Steel, Metal: Brass |
| Viscosity, Brookfield – RVF, @ 25.0 °C Spindle 3, speed 20 rpm, Helipath | 800.0 – 1600.0 mPa·s (cP) |
Hazard Identification (CLP)

Signal word: Warning
Hazard Statements (H-Sets)
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention (P-Sets)
- P261: Avoid inhaling vapors.
Reaction (P-Sets)
- P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Additional Labeling (EUH-Statements)
- EUH208: May cause allergic reactions.
Storage and Disposal
- P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
- P102: Keep out of reach of children.
- P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Other Relevant Information
- No other hazardous substances are present.
Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Henkelstr. 67, 40589 Düsseldorf, GERMANY, +49 211 7970, [email protected], www.henkel.com






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