Permatex® 24005 Gel Squeeze™ Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE Gel, 5

PERMATEX® Medium Strength Threadlocker BLUE Gel is a medium strength anaerobic threadlocking gel conveniently packaged in a new Gel Squeeze™ applicator. The product, like its liquid counterpart, is a single component, anaerobic gel that cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces, ideal for all 6 mm to 25 mm (1/4" to 1") diameter threaded assemblies. Excellent chemical resistance and temperature resistance range of -65 degree Fahrenheit to +300 degree Fahrenheit (-54 degree Celsius to +149 degree Celsius). The assembly is easily removable with hand tools for servicing requirements. NSF Nonfood Components Program Listed (P1) (135871).

• Size: 5 gram
• OEM specified
• Gel formula provides "liquid-reliability" without drips, globs, mess or waste
• All-purpose, medium strength
• Ideal for all nut and bolt applications 1/4" to 1" (6 mm to 25 mm).
• Eliminates need for stocking expensive lock nuts and lock washers.
• Locks and seals while preventing parts loosening due to vibration.
• Protects threads from corrosion. Removable with hand tools for easy disassembly.
• Conforms to ASTM D 5363 AN0321 (Mil-S-46163A, Type II, Grade N).

Suggested Applications:

Automotive

• Valve cover bolts, water pump bolts, oil pan bolts, drive shaft bolts, rocker arm adjustment nuts, carburetor studs; also ideal for vertical applications.

Motorcycle

• All frame mounting bolts.

Heavy Duty

• Starter mounts, alternator mounts, engine mounting bolts.

Benefits:

• Improved Reliability
• Eliminates vibration issues
• Seals against leakage
• Prevents rusting of threads
• Designed for use on vertical or hard-to-reach applications
• Cures without cracking or shrinking
• Adjusts or disassembles with hand tools

Easy Application:

• No mess Gel Twist™ or Gel Squeeze™ applicator
• Gel-type product does not drip when applied
• Single component
• No curing outside of joint
• Thixotropic: resists dripping from threads during assembly
• No torque compensation required during assembly

Typical Applications:

Prevents loosening and leakage of threaded fasteners. Particularly suitable for applications such as:

• Belt tensioner bolts
• Pulley bolts
• Cup and core plugs
• Fan hub bolts
• Visor mount bolts
• Starter mounting bolts
• Alternator Mounting Bolts
• Intake Manifold Bolts
• Valve Cover Bolts
• Vacuum Adjustment Screws
• Oil Pan Bolts
• Axle Cover Screws
• Drive Shaft Bolts
• Disc Brake Caliper Bolts
• Gearshift Knobs

Directions For Use:

For Assembly

• Clean all threads (bolt and hole) with a cleaning solvent such as Permatex® Brake and Parts Cleaner and allow to dry.
• Remove the translucent protective cap by pulling off at an angle.
• Remove cap and squeeze 1/8 to 1/4" (3 mm to 6 mm) of material beyond tip.
• Apply threadlocker to the engagement area of the male fitting (usually the leading 5 to 6 threads).
• Assemble parts and tighten to recommended torque.
• If unused gel contacts metal threads, do not retract threadlocker back into the tube. Wipe off with a clean towel.
• Replace protective cap.

For Cleanup

• Residual liquid films and/or fillets outside the joint are readily soluble in Permatex® Brake and Parts Cleaner.
• Cured product can be removed with a combination of soaking in Permatex® Gasket Remover and mechanical abrasion such as a wire brush.

For Disassembly

• Remove with standard hand tools.
• In the rare instance where hand tools do not work, because of excessive engagement length, apply localized heat to nut or bolt to approximately 450 degree Fahrenheit (232 degree Celsius). Disassemble while hot.

For Reassembly

• Remove loose product from nut and bolt following cleanup procedure above.
• Apply Surface Prep™ activator to all threads, regardless of metal type and allow to dry.
• Apply threadlocker gel as above.
• Assemble and tighten as usual.

Properties Of Uncured Material:

• Chemical Type: Anaerobic Dimethacrylate Ester
• Appearance: Opaque Blue Fluorescent Gel
• Specific Gravity: 1.15
• Viscosity @ 25 degree Celsius, cP Brookfield RVF, spindle #3, @ 20 RPM: Gel
• Flash Point (TCC), degree Fahrenheit (degree Celsius): >200 (>93)