Various forms of Loctite, How are they?

[tearapin]

I see there are various types of Loctite. Liquid (the old standby), tape and stick forms.
Does anyone here have any experience with them? Pros? Cons? Do the sticks dry out?

I am thinking of trying the sticks or tape which is why I ask.

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[Motown]

I bought a stick of the blue. I like it way more than the liquid. But the stick I got must have been sitting a while, there were some hardend chunks in it.

 

[tearapin]

I bought a stick of the blue. I like it way more than the liquid. But the stick I got must have been sitting a while, there were some hardend chunks in it.

I find the JB Weld in the stick form dries up too. Even though I zip lock it.

 

[larry_g]

Have you tried doing your research on the loctite site? They have a good technical section that is there to answer your questions. The answer to your question depends a lot on the job your doing, and how often you do it.

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[tearapin]

Have you tried doing your research on the loctite site? They have a good technical section that is there to answer your questions. The answer to your question depends a lot on the job your doing, and how often you do it.

lg
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My question is not really how to use Loctite, More of a "I used the tape and it does not hold up as well as the liquid" or "I like the tape but it dries out within 2 months of cracking the factory seal".

I doubt that kind of information would be on the site

 

[kd3pc]

even among the forms (tape, liquid, stick) there are various "strengths" and types of loctite. Each has a purpose and the same type AND different forms should work equally well..

You may want to notify loctite when you encounter one form not working like the others. I would ask this question to see what loctite says, I think if you phrase it correctly - they may surprise you with good information about each product and their strengths and weaknesses. Previously they have been very good to work with and answer things for me.

best of luck

 

[pi_guy]

I have found if you do not spill the liquid it last well past the expiration date.
Using the right number in the proper application with primer is the way to go.

 

[larry_g]

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I doubt that kind of information would be on the site

There is an old saying you have just proven, "You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink it."

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[vettex2]

short answer
it works

 

[nbpt100]

I have found if you do not spill the liquid it last well past the expiration date.
Using the right number in the proper application with primer is the way to go.

I have a small bottle of the blue liquid removable LocTite thead locker, which I use on occasion. I clean the surfaces with rubbing alcohol as best I can and have never had a problem

I dont know what the stated shelf life is but my bottle is over 20 years old. I just used some recently and it worked fine.

I keep it in my basement in a cool dark place.

For shelf life alone I would go with the liquid. I never used the stick so i can't comment other than i see people complaining about shelf life.

 

[MFolks]

Thread Locking Compounds

Loctite #222MS PURPLE, low strength thread locker
For screws under ¼”.

Loctite #242 BLUE, Medium strength thread locker
For ¼” to ¾” bolts.

Loctite # 262 RED, High strength thread locker permanent
For up to ¾” bolts (can be loosened by 300 F heat).

Loctite #271 RED, High strength thread locker for sealing plugs, nuts and bolts (can be loosened by 300 F heat).

Loctite # 272 RED, High strength, high temperature(450 F) thread locker.

Loctite #565 Pipe Joint Compound.

Loctite #567 High Temperature Pipe Joint Compound

Loctite #6749 Primer

Loctite #515 Flange & Gasket Sealers

Permatex # 24310 Low strength thread locker, PURPLE, fasteners under ¼” diameter.

Permatex # 22210 Medium/high strength thread locker, BLUE, ¼” to ¾” fasteners, surface insensitive (can be used on oily fasteners).

Permatex # 24210 Medium strength thread locker, BLUE, ¼” to ¾” fasteners.

Permatex # 27710 High strength thread locker, RED, 3/8” to 1 inch fasteners, may require heat for removal.


Permatex # 26210 Permanent strength thread locker. RED, 3/8” to 1 inch fasteners, will require heat for removal.

 

[James E]

Damn, you people don't read. The OP is asking if anyone has any actual experience with the liquid, tape and stick forms of Loctite and which ones are better or worse in real-world use.

Granted, his first post was vague, but he clarified it in a second post.

 

[crewchief888]

i prefer the red stick loctite.

nothing to spill or freeze, and it stores easier in my service truck

 

[tearapin]

Damn, you people don't read. The OP is asking if anyone has any actual experience with the liquid, tape and stick forms of Loctite and which ones are better or worse in real-world use.

Granted, his first post was vague, but he clarified it in a second post.

James.....Thank you!!!! You said what I was thinking.

 

[mikegt4]

I used blue liquid at work, small screws such as M4. When they came out with the stick form we tried that and never looked back. This was for industrial machinery that had to run for months without any of those small screws falling out. I found that using a flat style toothpick to scoop out a small amount from the tube and then apply it to the screw worked best.

 

[sickws6]

We just had loctite reps come to my work. I'm in maintenance at General Mills. We were very impressed with all of their products. Did many demonstrations. All were great. The tape worked ok seems like more of s pain to deal with. The stick works. My favorite was the spray. Also must use a primer for best results which I didn't know. My favorite product was the self wicking formula. You can put it on fasteners that are already assembled and it works as if you put it on prior to. Just amazing! The liquid metal is gold for me for quick repairs for damaged shafts where bearings spun etc.


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[Git]

I bought this kit of 5 stick kit back in 2009 - and it still works great. Don't have to worry about the bottles leaking all over and making a mess and it will work on just about anything

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[metaldad]

i do not use 'stick'
all bottles or tubes, i use about 6 or 8 different loctite products

 

[GTFiero]

Blue works great on most basic jobs. Only time I used red liquid was on a car flywheel that connects to a 5 speed manual trans and the car is driven some what sporting. On that same car I used blue on the pressure plate bolts. Blue on the bell housing bolts. All has worked great for over 5 years of sport driving.

 

[CKS1955]

I like using the liquid form.

Jay

 

[isb cornbinder]

I buy and use the Loctite specifically for an application and I have never had a product fail.

 

[6PTsocket]

Blue works great on most basic jobs. Only time I used red liquid was on a car flywheel that connects to a 5 speed manual trans and the car is driven some what sporting. On that same car I used blue on the pressure plate bolts. Blue on the bell housing bolts. All has worked great for over 5 years of sport driving.

Are you talking about 242? That has been the blue liquid for years. LOCTITE has a new blue, 243 that they call an improved version. I guess they continue with 242 because people ask for it. 243 has improved performance on greasy surfaces. They mention no down side. Once cured 243 is also food safe. That is the blue I am using now. No reason to use 242 any more.

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[Dustball]

I use Loctite at work daily and my personal preference is the stick version.

 

[CJM8515]

I like the blue for most things. I use red when I dont want whatever it is to come off. I like the liquid tbh

 

[tearapin]

I have read some people use nail polish as Loctite for not critical light applications?

 

[sickws6]

I have read some people use nail polish as Loctite for not critical light applications?

The truth of the matter is on a normal bolt and threaded hole or nut ,surface area is only like 20-30% touching. Loctite is a dealer that fills those voids and hardens to create more of a bite and more friction for the threads to lock in. Anything can be used to do that with some results I would say. Loctite just mastered the formation for this. Trust me the primer loctite sells is a must and creates a much better adhesion for the chemical to cure. Loctite is activated by air and metal.


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[larry_g]

I have read some people use nail polish as Loctite for not critical light applications?

I've not done that but have used red Tamperproof paint to put on the heads of screws to indicate wether they have turned.
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[juiced10]

I use the blue gel and have had one over a year in my tool box and never dried out. Even found one in my service van that fell out of tool box without the top on and months later it still wasn't dried out.


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[yost69]

I know you said loctite but I use the permatex blue gel. I don't know shelf life as i go through a tube a month but it doesn't seem to be as messy as the liquid form.

 

[tearapin]

I know you said loctite but I use the permatex blue gel. I don't know shelf life as i go through a tube a month but it doesn't seem to be as messy as the liquid form.

Gel will be my next purchase if the stick I found locally today does not work well.
Thanks for replying.

 

[ChevyEFI]

This is a bit off the beaten path of discussion, but related.

Loctite offers a plastic-to-metal 2-part adhesive with activator. Not buying or using in volume, the main product could last, but isn't packaged in a way to last, and the activator is individually sealed. Very expensive per use.

3M offers a comparable plastic -to-metal adhesive in two capped "toothpaste" tubes, from which which I can get a couple years use.

Keep your eyes open to options out there beside the Loctite people.

 

[crf731]

I've used both the stick and liquid forms, never tried the tape.
I prefer the stick.

 

[LS6 Tommy]

Loctite is activated by air and metal.

Loctite is anaerobic. It will stay in liquid form indefinitely until it is removed from exposure to oxygen by metal contact.

I have used the same bottles of red and blue for probably over 20 years without any problems. I might try the sticks if I ever run out...

Tommy

 

[Finky198]

I have tubes that I store in a black canvas pouch at least 6 different thread lockers and a dozen or so gasket and seal products oh don't forget anti seizes and assembly lube. Mostly permatex, and Loctite, some Lucas and off brand stuff. I keep the stuff in a cooler in the winter and they have held up for years. I haven't had to buy Loctite in years. It keeps well as a liquid I'd stick to smaller sizes unless you really plan on using a ton of it...

The Sticks are nice if you have tons of bolts on a large project, it really cuts down on the mess. That said they do not last like the liquid. If the budget on a job covers additional spending then I would buy sticks, but that can be said for just about anything on a project. time is money and finding a good balance is the key to completion.

 

[Rag Roc]

Loctite liquid for me. Also use the 242 for dissimilar metals, as it appears to slow or prevent galvanic corrosion. Been my go to for years.

 

[Nexussian]

I've used both liquid and sticks.

Only thing is some of the formulas aren't available in stick form, I use "Sleeve Retainer" green.