Technical Data Sheet

Research, Development & Engineering Product 218

Tallaght Business Park,
Dublin, Ireland July 1997

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Cure speed vs. temperature

LOCTITE® Product Dri-Loc® 218 is a low to medium strength
pre-applied threadlocker. The pre-applied film is dry-to-the-touch
and remains an inert coating until assembly. During assembly
microcapsules, which are contained within the coating, are
crushed thereby releasing an active ingredient which initiates the
The rate of cure will depend on the ambient temperature.
The graph below shows the breakaway strength developed with
time at different temperatures on M10 steel nuts and bolts
and tested according to ISO-10964.
100

curing process. 22
°C

% of full strength on steel

75
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Prevents loosening of threaded fasteners. Particularly suitable
in situations where threaded parts are required to be ready for 50

immediate use in an adhesive joint in a high volume production

environment where it may not be possible to use a liquid
product. When cured this product will also act as a thread 25

sealant
5°C

PROPERTIES OF UNCURED COATING MATERIAL 0 5min 10min 30min 1hr 3hr 6hr 24hr 72hr
Cure Time, Hours
Pre-applied (Dry film) coating
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED MATERIAL
Physical Properties
Coefficient of thermal expansion, ASTM D696, K-1 10-4
Chemical Type Dimethacrylate Coefficient of thermal conductivity, ASTM C177, W.m-1 K-1 0.1
Appearance Soft dry green Specific Heat , kJ.kg-1 K-1 0.3
Fluorescent
pre-applied film PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
Flash Point (TCC), °C >100 (After 72 hr at 22°C on M10 steel nuts & bolts)
Typical
TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE Value Range
Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964, N.m 5.5 1 to 10
Cure speed vs. substrate Unseated (in.lbs) (50) (10 to 90)
Prevail Torque, ISO 10964, N.m 5.5 2.5 to 8.5
The graph below shows the breakaway strength developed with
Unseated (in.lbs) (50) (20 to 80)
time on M10 steel nuts and bolts compared to different Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964, N.m 44 40 to 50
materials and tested according to ISO-10964. Seated 40Nm (in.lbs) (390) (350 to 450)
Prevail Torque, ISO 10964, N.m 6.5 1 to 15
100 Seated 40Nm (in.lbs) (60) (10 to 130)
% of full strength on steel

Torque Augmentation
75 Steel Breakloose torque of an uncoated fastener will normally be 15 to
Zinc Dichromate
30% less than the on-torque. The effect of LOCTITE 218 on the
50 Zinc Phosphate breakloose torque is shown in the graph.

60
25
Breakloose Torque, Nm

Stainless Steel 50

40
0 5min 10mi n 30min 1hr 3hr 6hr 24hr 72hr M10 Fastener with 218
Cure Time, Hours 30

20 M10 Fastener without 218

10

0 10 20 30 40 50
Put Down Torque, Nm

NOT FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.

THE TECHNICAL DATA CONTAINED HEREIN ARE INTENDED AS REFERENCE ONLY.
PLEASE CONTACT LOCTITE CORPORATION QUALITY DEPARTMENT FOR ASSISTANCE AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON SPECIFICATIONS FOR THIS PRODUCT.
NEWINGTON, CT FAX: +1 (860)-280-3558 DUBLIN, IRELAND FAX: +353-(1)-451 - 9494
 TDS 218, July 1997

TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE Directions for use

Test Procedure : Breakaway Torque according to This coating is produced from an aqueous two component
ISO 10964, Unseated system consisting of a liquid binder and microencapsulated
Substrate: M10x1.5 Steel Fasteners chemical initiators. These components are mixed in specific
Cure procedure: 72 hours at 22°C ratios, applied to fasteners and dried at an elevated
temperature. Guidelines on recommended mixing and drying
conditions are available from your local Technical Service
Heat Ageing Centre.
Steel M10x1.5 aged at temperature, tested at 22°C, ISO 10964 The coated fastener is ready for immediate use and can be
assembled to its mating threaded component at any time within
200 its on-part shelf life period. For best performance the mating
120°C surface should be clean and free of grease. Product is normally
% Strength, measured at RT

pre-applied to the bolt in sufficient quantity to fill all engaged

threads. Very large thread sizes may create large gaps which
will affect performance.
150°C After assembly and cure a fastener coated with 218 should not
100 be re-used if the joint is disassembled. In the case of
disassembly a fastener coated with 218 or a liquid threadlocker
of similar performance should be used.
180°C
Storage
Coated fasteners shall be ideally stored in a cool, dry location at
a temperature between 8°C - 28°C (46°F - 82°F). For further
0
0 250 500 750 1000 specific shelf-life information, contact your local Technical
Hours Service Centre.

Data Ranges
Chemical / Solvent Resistance
The data contained herein may be reported as a typical value
Steel M10x1.5 allowed to cure for 72 hours and then aged under
and/or range (based on the mean value ±2 standard deviations).
conditions indicated and tested at 22°C according to ISO 10964.
Values are based on actual test data and are verified on a
Solvent Temp. % Initial Strength retained at
periodic basis.
100 hr 500 hr 1000 hr
Note
Motor Oil 150°C 100 60 40 The data contained herein are furnished for information only and
Unleaded Petrol 22°C 75 50 45 are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume responsibility for
Brake Fluid 90°C 40 70 75 the results obtained by others over whose methods we have no
Water/Glycol (50%/50%) 90°C 75 135 150 control. It is the user's responsibility to determine suitability for
Transmission Fluid 120°C 100 100 100
the user's purpose of any production methods mentioned herein
Gear Oil 120°C 90 85 75
and to adopt such precautions as may be advisable for the
protection of property and of persons against any hazards that
may be involved in the handling and use thereof. In light of the
GENERAL INFORMATION foregoing, Loctite Corporation specifically disclaims all
warranties expressed or implied including warranties of
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, arising from
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as a
sale or use of Loctite Corporations products. Loctite Corporation
sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidising materials.
specifically disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
damages of any kind, including lost profits. The discussion
herein of various processes or compositions is not to be
This product is not normally recommended for use on brass or interpreted as representation that they are free from domination
copper surfaces or on plastics (particularly thermoplastic of patents owned by others or as a licence under any Loctite
materials where stress cracking of the plastic could result). Corporation patents that may cover such processes or
Users are recommended to confirm compatibility of the product compositions. We recommend that each prospective user test
with such substrates. his proposed application before repetitive use, using this data as
a guide. This product may be covered by one or more United
States or foreign patents or patent applications.

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