Technical Data Sheet

LOCTITE® 271
August-2004

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 100

% of Full Strength on Steel

LOCTITE® 271 provides the following product characteristics:
Technology Acrylic
75 Steel
Chemical Type Dimethacrylate ester
Zinc dichromate
Appearance (uncured) Red LMS
Fluorescence Positive under UV lightLMS 50
Components One component - requires no mixing
Viscosity Low, thixotropic Brass
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Cure Anaerobic
Secondary Cure Activator
Stainless Steel
Application Threadlocking 0
Strength High 1min 5min 10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h
Cure Time
LOCTITE® 271 is designed for the permanent locking and
sealing of threaded fasteners. The product cures when Cure Speed vs. Temperature
confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal The rate of cure will depend on the temperature. The graph
surfaces and prevents loosening and leakage from shock and below shows the breakaway strength developed with time at
vibration. Typical applications include the locking and sealing different temperatures on M10 steel nuts and bolts and tested
according to ISO 10964.
of large bolts and studs (M25 and larger). The thixotropic
nature of LOCTITE® 271 reduces the migration of liquid
100
% of Full Strength on Steel

product after application to the substrate. 40°C

Mil-S-46163A
75
LOCTITE® 271 is tested to the lot requirements of Military 22°C
Specification Mil-S-46163A.
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ASTM D5363
Each lot of adhesive produced in North America is tested to
25 4°C
the general requirements defined in paragraphs 5.1.1 and
5.1.2 and to the Detail Requirements defined in section 5.2
0
1min 5min 10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL Cure Time
Specific Gravity @ 25 °C 1.1
Flash Point - See MSDS
Viscosity, Brookfield - RVT, 25 °C, mPa·s (cP): Cure Speed vs. Activator
Spindle 1, speed 10 rpm 400 to 600LMS Where cure speed is unacceptably long, or large gaps are
present, applying activator to the surface will improve cure
speed. The graph below shows breakaway strength developed
TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE with time using Activator 7471 and 7649 on M10 zinc
dichromate steel nuts and bolts and tested according to ISO
10964.
Cure Speed vs. Substrate
100
% of Full Strength on Steel

The rate of cure will depend on the substrate used. The graph
below shows the breakaway strength developed with time on
M10 steel nuts and bolts compared to different materials and Activator 7649
75
tested according to ISO 10964.

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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL Heat Aging

Adhesive Properties Aged at temperature indicated and tested @ 22 °C
125
After 90 minutes @ 22 °C

% Initial Strength at RT
Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964: 100°C
100
3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade N·m 8.5 to 25.4LMS
2) and bolts (grade 5) (lb.in.) (75 to 225)
75
Prevail Torque, ISO 10964: 120°C
3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade N·m 16.9 to 34LMS

2) and bolts (grade 5) (lb.in.) (150 to 300) 50

150°C
25
After 24 hours @ 22 °C
Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964: 0
3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade N·m 16.9 to 34LMS 0 100 500 1000 3000 5000
2) and bolts (grade 5) (lb.in.) (150 to 300) Hours
3/8 x 16 cadmium nuts and bolts N·m 4.5 to 14.1LMS
(lb.in.) (40 to 125) Chemical/Solvent Resistance
3/8 x 16 zinc nuts and bolts N·m 4.5 to 14.1LMS Aged under conditions indicated and tested @ 22 °C.
(lb.in.) (40 to 125) % of initial strength
M10 steel nuts and bolts N·m 17 to 40
Environment °C 100 h 500 h 1000 h
(lb.in.) (150 to 350)
Motor Oil 125 85 85 75
Prevail Torque, ISO 10964: Unleaded Gasoline 22 100 100 95
3/8 x 16 steel nuts (grade N·m 22.6 to 40LMS
2) and bolts (grade 5) (lb.in.) (200 to 355) Leaded Gasoline I 22 100 100 100
3/8 x 16 cadmium nuts and bolts N·m 16.9 to 34LMS Brake fluid 22 100 100 100
(lb.in.) (150 to 300) Ethanol 22 95 95 95
3/8 x 16 zinc nuts and bolts N·m 16.9 to 34LMS Acetone 22 95 95 95
(lb.in.) (150 to 300)
M10 steel nuts and bolts N·m 23 to 40 1,1,1 Trichloroethane 22 100 95 95
(lb.in.) (200 to 350) Water Glycol 50/50 87 100 85 85

GENERAL INFORMATION
TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
Cured for 24 hours @ 22 °C and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964: a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.
M10 steel nuts and bolts
For safe handling information on this product, consult the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Hot Strength Where aqueous washing systems are used to clean the
Tested at temperature surfaces before bonding, it is important to check for
100 compatibility of the washing solution with the adhesive. In
some cases these aqueous washes can affect the cure and
performance of the adhesive.
75
% RT Strength

This product is not normally recommended for use on plastics

(particularly thermoplastic materials where stress cracking of
50
the plastic could result). Users are recommended to confirm
compatibility of the product with such substrates.

25 Directions for use

For Assembly
1. For best results, clean all surfaces (external and internal)
0 with a Loctite cleaning solvent and allow to dry.
0 100 120 150
Temperature, °C 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.
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.
5. For Thru Holes, apply several drops of the product onto
the bolt at the nut engagement area.
6. For Blind Holes, apply several drops of the product down
the internal threads to the bottom of the hole.

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7. For Sealing Applications, apply a 360° bead of product Note

to the leading threads of the male fitting, leaving the first The data contained herein are furnished for information only
thread free. Force the material into the threads to and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
thouroughly fill the voids. For bigger threads and voids, responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
adjust product amount accordingly and apply a 360° bead methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
of product on the female threads also. determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
8. Assemble and tighten as required. methods mentioned herein and to adopt such precautions as
may be advisable for the protection of property and of persons
For Disassembly against any hazards that may be involved in the handling and
1. Apply localized heat to nut or bolt to approximately 250 use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation
°C. Disassemble while hot. specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
For Cleanup particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Henkel
1. Cured product can be removed with a combination of Corporation’s products. Henkel Corporation specifically
soaking in a Loctite solvent and mechanical abrasion disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
such as a wire brush. damages of any kind, including lost profits. The discussion
herein of various processes or compositions is not to be
Loctite Material SpecificationLMS interpreted as representation that they are free from
LMS dated August-23, 1999. Test reports for each batch are domination of patents owned by others or as a license under
available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports include any Henkel Corporation patents that may cover such
selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to processes or compositions. We recommend that each
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive prospective user test his proposed application before repetitive
controls are in place to assure product quality and use, using this data as a guide. This product may be covered
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may by one or more United States or foreign patents or patent
be coordinated through Henkel Loctite Quality. applications.

Storage Trademark usage

Store product in the unopened container in a dry location. LOCTITE is a trademark of Henkel Corporation
Storage information may be indicated on the product container
Reference 1
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

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