LOCTITE 518/50ML – Flange Sealent Semi-flexible

Loctite 518/50ml – Flange Sealant Semi-Flexible

Loctite 518 is a medium-strength sealant which cures when confined in the absence of air between close-fitting metal surfaces.

Loctite 518 is a single component, medium strength, anaerobic sealant which cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. Typical applications include sealing close fitting joints between rigid metal faces and flanges.

Product Description

Technology: Acrylic
Chemical Type: Dimethacrylate ester
Appearance (uncured): Red gel-like material
Fluorescence: Positive under UV light
Components One component – requires no mixing
Viscosity: Thixotropic
Cure: Anaerobic
Cure: Benefit Room temperature cure
Application: Sealing

Typical Properties of Cured Material

Cured for 1 hour @ 22°C
Compressive Shear Strength: ISO 10123
Steel pins and collars: N/mm² ≥5.0 (psi) (≥725)

Cured for 24 hours @ 22°C
Compressive Shear Strength: ISO 10123
Steel pins and collars: N/mm² ≥5.0 (psi) (≥725)

Lap Shear Strength: ISO 4587
Steel (grit blasted): N/mm² 7.5 (psi) (1,100)

Tensile Strength, ISO 6922
Steel pin (grit blasted): N/mm² 8.5 (psi) (1,200)

Storage
Please store this product in the unopened container in a dry location.
Further storage information may be indicated on the product container labeling.

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.

Not sure if this product is right for you?
If you are not sure if this product is right for your requirements, please contact our friendly sales team and they will be able to help you.