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Description for 3M TL90 Rite-Lok Threadlocker
A one component anaerobic adhesive that cure and seal threaded assemblies is low viscosity to provide a wicking action, medium strength threadlocker that locks and seals small compression and ferrule fittings. It is useful for pre-assembled parts.Application Type Bond, Seal, Threadlocker 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Liquid (before cure) Substrate Commercial aluminum (Active Fast cure) , Copper (Active Fast cure) , Inconel (Inactive Slow cure), Stainless Steel (Inactive Slow cure), Nickel (Active Fast cure) , Iron (Active Fast cure) , Bronze (Active Fast cure) , Brass (Active Fast cure) , Manganese (Active Fast cure) , Monel (Active Fast cure) , Kovar (Active Fast cure) , Silver (Inactive Slow cure), Cadmium (Inactive Slow cure), Zinc (Inactive Slow cure), Magnesium (Inactive Slow cure), Chemical black oxide (Inactive Slow cure), Gold (Inactive Slow cure), Galvanized steel (Inactive Slow cure), Magnetite Steel (Inactive Slow cure), Plated parts (Inactive Slow cure), Anodized Aluminum (Inactive Slow cure), Galvanized steel (Inactive Slow cure), Pure aluminum (Inactive Slow cure) Industry Fine to medium-threaded screws, Nuts and bolts Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Dimethacrylate Cure Method Anaerobic Cure Temperature (°C) 20 to 25 Cure Time (min) 1,440, 1,440 Viscosity (cPs) Low, 10 to 30 Fluorescent Fluorescence Color Green Torque (psi) 20 to 150 (in.lb), 150 to 500 (in.lb) High Temperature Resistance (°C) 149, 150, 204 Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -54, -50 Key Specifications Mil-Spec (United States Military Standard): MIL-S-46163A -
Technical Data for 3M TL90 Rite-Lok Threadlocker
Overview
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Application Type
- Adhesive - Bond
- Sealant - Seal
- Threadlocker
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Material Form
- Liquid - Liquid (before cure)
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Substrate
- Metal - Inconel (Inactive Slow cure)
- Aluminum - Commercial aluminum (Active Fast cure) , Pure aluminum (Inactive Slow cure)
- Copper - Copper (Active Fast cure)
- Nickel - Nickel (Active Fast cure)
- Iron - Iron (Active Fast cure)
- Bronze - Bronze (Active Fast cure)
- Brass - Brass (Active Fast cure)
- Manganese - Manganese (Active Fast cure)
- Monel - Monel (Active Fast cure)
- Kovar - Kovar (Active Fast cure)
- Silver - Silver (Inactive Slow cure)
- Cadmium - Cadmium (Inactive Slow cure)
- Zinc - Zinc (Inactive Slow cure)
- Magnesium - Magnesium (Inactive Slow cure)
- Black Oxide - Chemical black oxide (Inactive Slow cure)
- Gold - Gold (Inactive Slow cure)
- Plated Parts - Plated parts (Inactive Slow cure)
- Galvanized - Galvanized steel (Inactive Slow cure)
- Anodized Aluminum - Anodized Aluminum (Inactive Slow cure)
- Stainless Steel - Stainless Steel (Inactive Slow cure)
- Galvanized Steel - Galvanized steel (Inactive Slow cure)
- Magnetite Steel - Magnetite Steel (Inactive Slow cure)
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Industry
- Mechanical Fastening Parts - Fine to medium-threaded screws, Nuts and bolts
- Other - Threaded assemblies that meet a wide range of applications to prevent vibration loosening and/or leakage, Locks and seals small compression and ferrule fittings, Pre-assembled parts, Some interference fit retaining applications, Porosity sealant for cast components, Standard diameter
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Chemistry
- Acrylic - Dimethacrylate
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Cure Method
- Anaerobic
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Color
- Green
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Key Specifications
- Mil-Spec (United States Military Standard) : S-46163A - MIL-S-46163A
Specifications
Cure Specs
Cure Temperature (°C) 20 to 25 Cure Time (min) 1,440, 1,440 Viscosity (cPs) Low, 10 to 30 Test Method Fixture or Handling Strength Time (min) 10 to 30, <5.00 Set Time (min) Fast Fluorescent Fluorescence Bond Strength
Torque (psi) 20 to 150 (in.lb), 150 to 500 (in.lb) General Bond Strength (psi) Medium Material Resistance
Non-Corrosive Excellent corrosion resistance High Temperature Resistance (°C) 149, 150, 204 Test Method Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -54, -50 Test Method Vibration Resistance/Shock Resistance Excellent vibration resistance, Excellent shock resistance Business Information
Shelf Life Details Store product in cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.;3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Threadlocker Anaerobic Adhesives have a shelf life of 12 months when stored at 60° to 80°F (16° to 27°C) in the original unopened container. Shelf Life Temperature (°F) 60 to 80 Shelf Life (mon) 12 Not Good For
Don't Use For Most plastics Don't Use With Not recommended for use in piping systems that contain pure oxygen, Oxygen-rich environment, Chlorine or strong oxidizing substances -
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Best Practices for 3M TL90 Rite-Lok Threadlocker
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Surface Preparation
Ensure parts are clean, dry and free from oil, grease and dirt. For best results, clean and dry parts with solvent or 3MTM Scotch-WeldTM Activator. (Activator can also be used on inactive surfaces or to accelerate the cure on active surfaces.)
If not sure of surface type, always use activator.
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Application
Shake the adhesive bottle well before use.
Avoid touching the metal surfaces with the bottle tip since the metal ions may react with the adhesive upon contact and eventually may clog the bottle tip.
Apply adhesive onto the threaded part where the contact area will be in the final assembly. For larger parts, use more adhesive and rotate the threaded part to spread adhesive evenly around contact area.
For through holes, apply several drops of adhesive onto the bolt at the nut engagement area. For blind holes, apply several drops of the adhesive down the internal threads to the bottom of the hole.
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Curing
Allow assemblies to set for sufficient time so that handling strength or full cure will occur before further processing or testing.
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Removal
Loosen or remove with regular hand tools.
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Viscosity Test Methods
Viscosity | Test Method |
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Low | |
10 to 30 cPs | Cured, Brookfield Viscometer spindle #1 at 30 rpm |
High Temperature Resistance Test Methods
High Temperature Resistance | Test Method |
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149°C | Cured |
150°C | |
204°C |
Low Temperature Resistance Test Methods
Low Temperature Resistance | Test Method |
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-54°C | Cured |
-50°C |