Technical Data Sheet

LOCTITE® 2440™
September-2004

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Cure Speed vs. Temperature

LOCTITE® 2440™ provides the following product The rate of cure will depend on the temperature. The graph
characteristics: below shows the breakloose strength developed with time at
different temperatures on 3/8 x 16 steel nuts & bolts and tested
Technology Acrylic
according to ISO 10964. All samples pre-torqued to 5 N·m.
Chemical Type Dimethacrylate ester
Appearance (uncured) Blue, homogeneous liquidLMS 100

% of Full Strength on Steel

Fluorescence Positive under UV lightLMS
Components One component - requires no mixing
75
Viscosity Medium
Cure Anaerobic
Secondary Cure Activator 50 °C
Application Threadlocking 40
Strength Medium 22°C
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®
LOCTITE 2440™ is designed for the locking and sealing of 5°C
threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with
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standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the 1min 5min 10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h
absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces and Cure Time
prevents loosening and leakage from shock and vibration.
Cure Speed vs. Activator
LOCTITE® 2440™ is particularly fast curing thereby reducing Where cure speed is unacceptably long, or large gaps are
or eliminating the need for activators. Particularly suitable for present, applying activator to the surface will improve cure
applications such as pump or motor mounting bolts, engine speed. The graph below shows the breakloose strength
rocker nuts or equipment housing screws, where disassembly developed with time using Activator 7471™ and 7649™ on 3/8
with hand tools is required for servicing. x 16 zinc dichromate steel nuts and bolts and tested according
to ISO 10964. All samples pre-torqued to 5 N·m.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL 100
% of Full Strength on Steel

Specific Gravity @ 25 °C 1.1

Flash Point - See MSDS No Activator
Viscosity, Brookfield - RVT, 25 °C, mPa·s (cP): 75
Spindle 3, speed 2.5 rpm 5,500 to 8,500
Spindle 3, speed 20 rpm 1,000 to 2,600LMS
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Activator 7649™

TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE 25

Activator 7471™
Cure Speed vs. Substrate
The rate of cure will depend on the substrate used. The graph 0
below shows the breakloose strength developed with time on 1min 5min 10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h
3/8 x 16 steel nuts & bolts compared to different materials and Cure Time
tested according to ISO 10964. All samples pre-torqued to 5
N·m. TYPICAL PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
Adhesive Properties
100 Steel
% of Full Strength on Steel

After 2 hours @ 22 °C
Reoiled Steel Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964:
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pha Stainless Steel 3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade 2) and bolts N·m ≥11.3LMS
os (grade 5) (degreased) (lb.in.) (≥100)
Ph
nc
50 Zi Prevail Torque, ISO 10964:
3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade 2) and bolts N·m ≥3LMS
(grade 5) (degreased) (lb.in.) (≥26)
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Zinc After 24 hours @ 22 °C
Breakloose Torque, ISO 10964, Pre-torqued to 5 N·m:
0 3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade 2) and bolts N·m 24
1min 5min 10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h (grade 5) (lb.in.) (215)
Cure Time
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Max. Prevail Torque, ISO 10964, Pre-torqued to 5 N·m: For safe handling information on this product, consult the
3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade 2) and bolts N·m 6 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
(grade 5) (lb.in.) (53)
Where aqueous washing systems are used to clean the
TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE surfaces before bonding, it is important to check for
compatibility of the washing solution with the adhesive. In
Cured for 24 hours @ 22 °C some cases these aqueous washes can affect the cure and
Breakloose Torque, ISO 10964, Pre-torqued to 5 N·m: performance of the adhesive.
3/8 x 16 zinc phosphate & oil nuts and bolts
This product is not normally recommended for use on plastics
(particularly thermoplastic materials where stress cracking of
Hot Strength the plastic could result). Users are recommended to confirm
Tested at temperature compatibility of the product with such substrates.
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Directions for use
75 For Assembly
% RT Strength

1. For best results, clean all surfaces (external and internal)

with a Loctite cleaning solvent and allow to dry.
50 2. If the material is an inactive metal or the cure speed is too
slow, spray all threads with Activator 7471™ or
7649™ and allow to dry.
25 3. Shake the product thoroughly before use.
4. To prevent the product from clogging in the nozzle, do not
allow the tip to touch metal surfaces during application.
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0 50 100 150 200 250 5. For Thru Holes, apply several drops of the product onto
Temperature, °C the bolt at the nut engagement area.
6. For Blind Holes, apply several drops of the product down
Heat Aging the internal threads to the bottom of the hole.
Aged at temperature indicated and tested @ 22 °C 7. For Sealing Applications, apply a 360° bead of product
125 to the leading threads of the male fitting, leaving the first
100°C 125°C thread free. Force the material into the threads to
% Initial Strength, at RT

150°C thouroughly fill the voids. For bigger threads and voids,
100 adjust product amount accordingly and apply a 360° bead
of product on the female threads also.
75 8. Assemble and tighten as required.
For Disassembly
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1. Remove with standard hand tools.
2. In rare instances where hand tools do not work because
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of excessive engagement length, apply localized heat to
nut or bolt to approximately 250 °C. Disassemble while
0 hot.
0 500 1000
Hours For Cleanup
1. Cured product can be removed with a combination of
Chemical/Solvent Resistance soaking in a Loctite solvent and mechanical abrasion
Aged under conditions indicated and tested @ 22 °C. such as a wire brush.
% of initial strength
Environment °C 1000 h Loctite Material SpecificationLMS
Motor Oil 125 115 LMS dated September-30, 2003. Test reports for each batch
are available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports
Gasoline 22 95
include selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to
Brake fluid 22 90 specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive
Transmission Fluid 87 120 controls are in place to assure product quality and
Water glycol 50/50 87 105 consistency. Special customer specification requirements may
be coordinated through Henkel Quality.
Ethanol 22 80
Acetone 22 60
IPA 22 90

GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.

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Storage
Store product in the unopened container in a dry location.
Storage information may be indicated on the product container
labeling.
Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or
greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties
Material removed from containers may be contaminated during
use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel
Corporation cannot assume responsibility for product which
has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than
those previously indicated. If additional information is required,
please contact your local Technical Service Center or
Customer Service Representative.
Conversions
(°C x 1.8) + 32 = °F
kV/mm x 25.4 = V/mil
mm / 25.4 = inches
N x 0.225 = lb
N/mm x 5.71 = lb/in
N/mm² x 145 = psi
MPa x 145 = psi
N·m x 8.851 = lb·in
N·mm x 0.142 = oz·in
mPa·s = cP
Note
The data contained herein are furnished for information only
and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
methods mentioned herein 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 foregoing, Henkel Corporation
specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Henkel
Corporation’s products. Henkel Corporation 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
interpreted as representation that they are free from
domination of patents owned by others or as a license under
any Henkel Corporation patents that may cover such
processes or compositions. We recommend that each
prospective user test 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.
Trademark usage
Except as otherwise noted, all trademarks in this document
are trademarks of Henkel Corporation in the U.S. and
elsewhere. ® denotes a trademark registered in the U.S.
Patent and Trademark Office.
Reference 1

Henkel Loctite Americas Henkel Loctite Europe Henkel Loctite Asia Pacific
+860.571.5100 +49.89.9268.0 +81.45.758.1810
For the most direct access to local sales and technical support visit: www.loctite.com