LOCTITE® 268

Features and Benefits

Threadlocking Adhesive - high strength. Non-drip. Easy-to-use stick. Suitable for all metal threaded assemblies.
LOCTITE® 268 is a red, high-strength threadlocker for permanently locking and sealing bolts, nuts and studs to prevent loosening due to vibration. The non-drip, stick format makes it ideal for vertical and overhead applications. It works on all metals, including passive substrates such as stainless steel, aluminum and plated surfaces without the use of primer. Suitable for use on most oil-coated, “as-received” fasteners without cleaning.
  • Convenient stick format prevents dripping
  • High bond strength
  • Prevents loosening on vibrating assemblies, e.g., pumps, gear boxes, or presses
  • Works on all metals, including passive substrates (e.g., stainless steel, aluminum, plated surfaces) without primer
  • Suitable for use on most oil-coated, “as-received” fasteners without cleaning
  • Can be disassembled by heating to 300°C
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Documents and Downloads

Safety Data Sheets and RoHs
LOCTITE® 268, 19 g Stick 826035 en-CA
IDH: 826035
EAN: 079340376861

Size Case: Stick

Quantity: 5.0/case

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LOCTITE® 268, 9 g Stick 826036 en-CA
IDH: 826036
EAN: 079340376854

Size Case: Stick

Quantity: 10.0/case

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Technical Information

Application temperature -65.0 - 300.0 °F (-55.0 - 150.0 °C )
Breakaway torque, Breakloose torque 10.0 N·m (90.0 in./lb. )
Color Red
Fixture time 5.0 min.
Physical form Semi-solid stick
Recommended for use with Metal: steel, Metal: steel - stainless steel

How to

Step by Step Guide

1. Preparation - Cleaning

LOCTITE 268 is suitable for use on most “as-received” fasteners with light coatings of corrosion prevention oils without cleaning. However, for heavily oiled or contaminated fasteners, it is recommended to use LOCTITE® SF 7070 to degrease and clean surfaces prior to applying LOCTITE 268 threadlocker.

2. Preparation - Activation

If cure speed is too slow due to passive metals (stainless steel, aluminum and plated metals) or low temperature (below 5°C), use LOCTITE­® SF 7649 activator. Allow to dry.

3a. Application - Through Hole

Apply a 360 degree band of threadlocker to the male fastener at the area of engagement and completely fill the thread roots - generally the width of 2-3 threads. Assemble nut and tighten to proper torque.

3b. Application - Blind Hole

Apply threadlocker to entire diameter of thread engagement area on male fastener, install fastener into blind hole, and tighten to proper torque.

4. Assembly

Assemble and tighten to proper torque requirement. If several bolts are being assembled, torque them down to the correct value within the fixture time window.

5. Disassembly

Disassemble with standard hand tools. If not possible, apply localized heat to approximately 500°F/260°C and disassemble while hot.

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