About Structural Adhesives
More
About Paint and Protective Coatings
More
Epoxy Potting Compounds
Encase electronic assemblies in a layer of epoxy for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. The strongest of the potting compounds, epoxies are rigid and wear resistant. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation. All require a mixer nozzle and gun to dispense.
3M DP460EG and DP4XLEG also require a plunger to dispense.
Loctite® ES1001™, ES1902™, and ES2500™ come with a mixer nozzle.
Compounds that cannot be sold to Canada are restricted by product labeling requirements.
Dry Time | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch | Overall | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Choose a Color | Each | |
DP270 | 1.64 | Thick Liquid | 3 hrs. | 48 hrs. | 850 | 0.18 | -65° to 210° | UL 94 HB | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Glass | 00000000 | 000000 | |
DP270 | 6.8 | Thick Liquid | 3 hrs. | 48 hrs. | 850 | 0.18 | -65° to 210° | UL 94 HB | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Glass | 00000000 | 00000 | |
DP270 | 13.5 | Thick Liquid | 3 hrs. | 48 hrs. | 850 | 0.18 | -65° to 210° | UL 94 HB | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Glass | Black | 00000000 | 000000 |
DP460EG | 1.69 | Thick Liquid | 110 min. | 7 days | 510 | Not Rated | 0° to 175° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic | Off-White | 00000000 | 00000 |
DP4XLEG | 1.69 | Thick Liquid | 5 hrs. | 7 days | 670 | Not Rated | -40° to 120° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic | Off-White | 00000000 | 00000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 1.64 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 00000 |
Dispensing Gun for 1.64 fl. oz. and 1.69 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 1.64 fl. oz. and 1.69 fl. oz. Cartridges (Mixing Elements: 16) | 0000000 | Each | 0000 |
Plunger for 1.69 fl. oz. DP460EG Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 00000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 1.64 fl. oz. and 1.69 fl. oz. Cartridges (Mixing Elements: 20) | 00000000 | Each | 0000 |
Dispensing Gun for 6.8 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 6.8 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 0000 |
Dispensing Gun for 13.5 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 13.5 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 0000 |
Dry Time | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Color | Each | |
E-60NC | 1.7 | Thick Liquid | 60 | 24 | 550 | Not Rated | -65° to 250° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
E-60NC | 6.8 | Thick Liquid | 60 | 24 | 550 | Not Rated | -65° to 250° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
E-60NC | 13.5 | Thick Liquid | 60 | 24 | 550 | Not Rated | -65° to 250° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
ES1001 | 1.7 | Thick Liquid | 60 | 24 | 1,100 | 0.29 | -10° to 220° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
ES1902 | 1.7 | Thin Liquid | 60 | 24 | 1,350 | Not Rated | -40° to 250° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic | Clear | 0000000 | 00000 |
ES2500 | 1.7 | Thin Liquid | 10 | 16 | 410 | 0.28 | -40° to 220° | UL 94 HB | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
Dispensing Gun for 1.7 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 1.7 fl. oz. E-60NC Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 0000 |
Mixer Nozzle for 6.8 fl. oz. and 13.5 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 0000 |
Dispensing Gun for 6.8 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Dispensing Gun for 13.5 fl. oz. Cartridges | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
1.69 | Thick Liquid | 45 | 24 | 400 | 0.3 | -40° to 300° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass | Black | Canada | 0000000 | 000000 |
Optically Clear Epoxy Potting Compounds
Clear enough to read through, these UV-resistant potting compounds allow optimal light transmission for use with LEDs, solar cells, and fiber optics. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Rigid and wear resistant, epoxies are the strongest of the potting compounds. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation. All require a mixer nozzle and gun to dispense.
Loctite® ES1901™ comes with a mixer nozzle.
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Each | |
Loctite® Compounds—Extra Hard | |||||||||||
ES1901 | 1.7 | Thick Liquid | 3 | 24 | 400 | Not Rated | -40° to 220° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Clear | 0000000 | 000000 |
Two-Part Adhesive Dispensing Guns | |||
---|---|---|---|
Dispensing Gun for 1.7 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |
Light-Activated Epoxy Potting Compounds
Handle potted items within minutes—these potting compounds dry quickly when exposed to UV light. For added strength and durability, cure them with heat. Since they’re epoxy, they won’t break down from chemicals or moisture. They’re also excellent electrical insulators and withstand a wide range of temperatures. Use them to shield components from dust, moisture, chemicals, mechanical shock, and vibration. You need a mixer nozzle (not included) and a gun and plunger (both sold separately) to dispense. The nozzle lets you apply these compounds precisely.
For maximum effectiveness, these compounds need to be heat cured after they’re cured with UV light. Overall dry time includes heat curing at 149° F.
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Light Intensity Requirements to Reach Full Strength | Cure Type | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Each | |
Loctite® Compounds—Extra Hard | |||||||||||
3336 | 1.4 | Thick Liquid | 5 | 16 | 60 seconds @ 30 mW/cm2 | UV Light | -65° to 350° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Fiberglass, Composites, Plastic, Silver | Amber | 0000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size | Each | |
1.4 fl. oz. | 0000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size | Each | |
1.4 fl oz. | 00000000 | 00000 |
Epoxy Potting Compounds for Harsh Environments
Tough enough to be permanently submersed in seawater, these compounds protect sensitive electronics, such as circuit boards, semiconductors, and sensors in harsh environments. They resist moisture, salt, and chemicals, so you can use them in corrosive oil, marine, and mining applications. These compounds can also be used within autoclaves. Because they are epoxies, they are rigid, resist wear, and create excellent electrical insulation. They withstand a wide range of temperatures, and this formulation won’t crack or split as components heat up and cool down.
They come in a cartridge, so you can apply them precisely. To dispense, they require a mixer nozzle and gun (both sold separately).
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, hrs. | Overall, hrs. | Hardness Rating | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Temp. Range, °F | Environment | For Use On | Autoclavable | Each | |
1.69 | Thick Liquid | 12 | 24 | Extra Hard | 500 | -50° to 350° | Corrosive, Salt Spray, Submersible | Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium, Polystyrene Plastic, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, ABS Plastic, PVC Plastic, CPVC Plastic, PVDF Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, HDPE Plastic, Nylon Plastic, PEEK Plastic, Polyethylene Plastic, UHMW Plastic, Polypropylene Plastic, Glass | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size | Each | |
1.69 fl. oz. | 00000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size | Each | |
1.69 fl. oz. | 00000000 | 00000 |
High-Temperature Epoxy Potting Compounds
Protect circuit boards and other electronics where high heat is a concern but you don’t need to transfer that heat elsewhere. These compounds are a good middle ground between standard epoxy compounds and heat-transfer compounds. They work at temperatures twice as high as standard epoxy compounds. However, they don't conduct heat as well as heat-transfer compounds so they're not the best choice for circuit boards that run for long periods of time. Harden these compounds at room temperature—they don’t require an oven to harden like heat-transfer compounds do.
Since they’re an epoxy compound, they won’t break down from chemicals or moisture. They’re also excellent electrical insulators and withstand a wide range of temperatures. Use them to shield components from dust, moisture, chemicals, mechanical shock, and vibration.
Jar and syringe compounds are the consistency of honey once they’re mixed, so they’ll seep into the crevices of a circuit board and encapsulate intricate components. Use the syringe for precise application.
Bottle compounds are easier to apply in higher volumes than jar and syringe compounds. Mix them together and pour them over components inside containers, such as a potting box. If air bubbles occur after mixing, you can put the mixture in a vacuum chamber to remove them. They cannot be sold to Canada due to product labeling requirements.
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Viscosity, cP | Touch | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Max. Temp., °F | For Use On | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
Jar and Syringe Compounds—Extra Hard | |||||||||||
1 | Thick Liquid | 3,600 | 12 hrs. | 24 | 450 | 0.22 | 500° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
Bottle Compounds—Extra Hard | |||||||||||
12.6 | Paste | 22,000 | 60 min. | 24 | 470 | 0.3 | 435° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass | Canada | 0000000 | 00000 |
Flame-Retardant Epoxy Potting Compounds
Protect circuit boards and other electronics from fire and heat. These self-extinguishing compounds meet UL 94V-0 for flame retardance and withstand temperatures up to nearly 400° F. Use them to shield components from dust, moisture, chemicals, mechanical shock, and vibration. Since they’re epoxies, they won’t break down from chemicals or moisture. They’re also excellent electrical insulators. These compounds have the consistency of honey once they’re mixed, so they seep into crevices to encase intricate components. They’re not for sale in Canada.
Cartridge compounds dispense through a mixer nozzle for precise application. Use them with a dispensing gun.
Can compounds are easier to apply in high volumes than cartridge compounds. Mix them together and pour them over components inside containers, such as a potting box. If you see air bubbles after mixing, put the mixture in a vacuum chamber to remove them.
Dry Time | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size | Consistency | Touch, hrs. | Overall, hrs. | Mixer Nozzle Included | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
Cartridge Compounds—Extra Hard | ||||||||||||
15.2 oz. | Thick Liquid | 2 | 48 | Yes | 395 | 0.5 | -110° to 390° | UL 94 V-0 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass, Composites, Plastic, Rubber, Silver | Canada | 0000000 | 000000 |
Can Compounds—Extra Hard | ||||||||||||
3 qt. | Thick Liquid | 2 | 48 | __ | 395 | 0.5 | -110° to 390° | UL 94 V-0 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass, Composites, Plastic, Rubber, Silver | Canada | 0000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size, oz. | Includes | Each | |
15.2 | Built-In Plunger for 1:1 and 2:1 Mix Ratios | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Flexible Epoxy Potting Compounds
Combine the flexibility of silicone with the durability of standard epoxy—these compounds are great for protecting sensitive electronics that need to flex or expand and contract. Because they’re an epoxy, they still have excellent moisture, chemical, and abrasion resistance. They withstand a wide range of temperatures, and this formulation won’t crack or split as components heat up and cool down. These compounds are excellent electrical insulators, and they’ll shield your components from moisture and dust. You can also use them as an adhesive since they’re also tacky.
They come in a cartridge, so you can apply them precisely. To dispense, they require a mixer nozzle and gun (both sold separately).
Dry Time | ||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, hrs. | Overall, hrs. | Hardness Rating | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Each | |
1.69 | Thick Liquid | 24 | 72 | Soft | -85° to 275° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass | 0000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size | Each | |
1.69 fl. oz. | 00000000 | 000000 |
For Cartridge Size | Each | |
1.69 fl. oz. | 00000000 | 00000 |
Ready-to-Use Silicone Potting Compounds
No mixing required—these potting compounds come ready to apply. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Softer and more flexible than epoxies and urethanes with the widest temperature range, silicone potting compounds are the best choice for high-temperature applications and electronics exposed to thermal cycling. They have good moisture resistance but poor chemical and abrasion resistance. Silicones provide excellent electrical insulation. They're also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing) compounds because they don’t need heat or UV light to cure.
Potting compounds that meet UL 94 V-0 have passed a test for flame retardance.
Potting compounds that cannot be sold to California exceed local regulatory limits on VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
Container | Dry Time | ||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Consistency | Touch | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Color | Clarity | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
Dow Corning Compounds—Soft | |||||||||||||||
3165 | 10.3 | Cartridge | Paste | 4 min. | 24 | 500 | Not Rated | -45° to 390° | UL 94 V-0 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Glass | Gray | Opaque | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
748 | 3 | Tube | Paste | 30 min. | 24 | 475 | Not Rated | -65° to 350° | UL 94 HB | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Fiberglass, Glass | Off-White | Opaque | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
748 | 10.1 | Cartridge | Paste | 30 min. | 24 | 475 | Not Rated | -65° to 350° | UL 94 HB | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Fiberglass, Glass | Off-White | Opaque | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
Loctite® Compounds—Soft | |||||||||||||||
5145 | 3 | Tube | Thick Liquid | 2 min. | 72 | 450 | 0.2 | -45° to 390° | MIL-A-46146 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | White | Semi-Clear | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
5145 | 10.1 | Cartridge | Thick Liquid | 2 min. | 72 | 450 | 0.2 | -45° to 390° | MIL-A-46146 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | White | Semi-Clear | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
Momentive/GE Compounds—Soft | |||||||||||||||
RTV162 | 2.8 | Tube | Paste | 4 hrs. | 48 | 450 | 0.2 | -75° to 400° | UL Recognized Component, MIL-A-46146 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Ceramic, Glass | White | Opaque | CA | 00000000 | 00000 |
RTV162 | 10.1 | Cartridge | Paste | 4 hrs. | 48 | 450 | 0.2 | -75° to 400° | UL Recognized Component, MIL-A-46146 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Rubber, Ceramic, Glass | White | Opaque | CA | 00000000 | 00000 |
Two-Part Silicone Potting Compounds
Encase electronic assemblies in a layer of silicone for protection from dust, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Softer and more flexible than epoxies and urethanes with the widest temperature range, silicone potting compounds are the best choice for high-temperature applications and electronics exposed to thermal cycling. They have good moisture resistance but poor chemical and abrasion resistance. Silicones provide excellent electrical insulation. They’re also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Cartridge potting compound requires a gun (sold separately) to dispense; use it with the included mixer nozzle.
Dry Time | |||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Each | |
1.7 | Thick Liquid | 25 | 48 | 0.18 | -55° to 390° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Clear | 00000000 | 000000 |
Dispensing Gun for 1.7 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |
Dry Time | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Color | Each | |
Momentive/GE Compounds—Medium Soft | ||||||||||||
RTV11 | 16 | Thick Liquid | 90 min. | 24 | 515 | 0.29 | -65° to 400° | GSA A-A-56023A | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel | White | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Momentive/GE Compounds—Medium Hard | ||||||||||||
RTV60 | 16 | Thick Liquid | 2 hrs. | 24 | 450 | 0.31 | -65° to 500° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel | Red | 00000000 | 000000 |
Optically Clear Two-Part Silicone Potting Compounds
Clear enough to read through, these UV-resistant potting compounds allow optimal light transmission for use with LEDs, solar cells, and fiber optics. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Softer and more flexible than epoxies and urethanes with the widest temperature range, these silicone compounds are the best choice for high-temperature applications and electronics exposed to thermal cycling. They have excellent electrical insulation and good moisture resistance but poor chemical and abrasion resistance. Also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Compounds in a cartridge come with a mixer nozzle for precise application. You need a gun (sold separately) to dispense.
Compounds in a bottle are easy to apply in high volumes. Just mix and pour them over components inside containers, such as potting boxes.
Liquid compounds harden around your component to form a strong, durable, and permanent layer of protection.
Gel compounds form a soft and flexible layer of protection. You can also remove them if you need to re-access your components. They are rated IP68 once potted, so they seal out water even if submersed.
Container | Dry Time | |||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size | Type | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, min. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Environmental Rating | Certificate | For Use On | Color | Each | |
Loctite® Compounds—Soft | ||||||||||||||
5620 | 13.5 fl. oz. | Cartridge | Thin Liquid | 20 | 30 | 530 | 0.16 | -65° to 390° | __ | Material Certificate with Traceable Lot Number and Product Shelf Life | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Clear | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Momentive Compounds—Medium Soft | ||||||||||||||
RTV615 | 1 lbs. | Bottle | Thick Liquid | 60 | 60 | 500 | 0.19 | -75° to 400° | __ | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Clear | 00000000 | 000000 |
Compounds | ||||||||||||||
__ | 10.1 fl. oz. | Bottle | Gel | 15 | 15 | 500 | 0.2 | -75° to 355° | IP68 | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Clear | 00000000 | 00000 |
Reusable Silicone Potting Compounds
Make repairs or changes to electrical components after they’ve been potted. While most compounds are permanent, these form a gel that bonds to itself, so you can peel it off without damaging your equipment. Often used in junction boxes, they form a water- and dust-proof seal that’s rated IP68 while also providing excellent electrical insulation. Made of silicone, they withstand a wide range of temperatures and are soft and flexible enough to resist shock and vibration. However, they’re not as strong as permanent potting compounds, so they don’t resist scrapes as well as those made of epoxy and urethane. They’re also not as chemical resistant as epoxy and urethane compounds.
These compounds won’t solidify once you open the container, so you have time to make adjustments when applying them. When removing them from your components, they mostly come off in one piece but there might be some residue left over.
Bottle compounds are a better choice for filling up new enclosures than cartridge compounds because you can pour more in at a time. They have a compartment for each component and require mixing.
Cartridge compounds have a nozzle for precise application. The nozzle can also fit into junction box knockouts, so it’s easier to fill up installed enclosures than it is with bottle compounds. They come ready to use with no mixing required and no waiting time.
Dry Time | |||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, min. | Mix Ratio | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Environmental Rating | For Use On | Color | Clarity | Each | |
Bottle Compounds | |||||||||||||
8.4 | Gel | 15 | 15 | 1:1 | 500 | 0.2 | -75° to 390° | IP68 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass, Composites, Plastic, Rubber | Blue | Semi Clear | 0000000 | 000000 |
33.8 | Gel | 15 | 15 | 1:1 | 500 | 0.2 | -75° to 390° | IP68 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass, Composites, Plastic, Rubber | Blue | Semi Clear | 0000000 | 00000 |
Cartridge Compounds | |||||||||||||
9.4 | Gel | __ | __ | __ | 500 | 0.2 | -75° to 390° | IP68 | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Fiberglass, Ceramic, Glass, Composites, Plastic, Rubber | Clear | Clear | 0000000 | 00000 |
Urethane Potting Compounds
Encase electronic assemblies in a layer of urethane for protection from dust, moisture, chemicals, mechanical shock, and vibration. Urethanes withstand a wide range of temperatures and are the best choice for cold-temperature applications. They have excellent flexibility, good chemical and moisture resistance, and provide good electrical insulation.
Cartridge potting compounds can be applied precisely through the included mixer nozzle. You’ll need a dispensing gun (sold separately). US2350™ also require a 4:1 plunger (sold separately) to dispense.
Bottle potting compounds are easier to apply in high volumes than cartridge potting compounds. Mix the compounds together and pour them over components inside potting boxes and other containers. If mixing introduces any air bubbles, put the mixture in a vacuum chamber.
Compounds that cannot be sold to the listed areas are restricted by product labeling requirements.
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Each | |
Loctite® Compounds—Medium Hard | |||||||||||
US2350 | 1.69 | Thick Liquid | 90 | 24 | 950 | 0.51 | -40° to 250° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Ceramic, Glass, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, ABS Plastic, PVC Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, Garolite | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
Loctite® Compounds—Soft | |||||||||||
US2651 | 6.76 | Thin Liquid | 10 | 16 | 1,050 | Not Rated | -85° to 250° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Ceramic, Glass, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, ABS Plastic, PVC Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, Garolite | Amber | 0000000 | 00000 |
Dry Time | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
Extra Hard | |||||||||||
12.6 | Thin Liquid | 45 | 24 | 400 | 0.3 | -55° to 245° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Ceramic, Glass, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, ABS Plastic, PVC Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, Garolite | Black | Canada | 00000000 | 000000 |
Urethane Potting Compounds for Harsh Environments
From shore to sea floor, these potting compounds are formulated for permanent submersion in water—even salt water. Use them to protect circuits and splices in pumps, underwater lighting, and other underwater electronics from corrosion and chemicals. Made of urethane, they withstand a wide range of temperatures, especially cold underwater conditions. They provide good electrical insulation and have excellent flexibility. Since they’re more flexible than epoxy compounds, they’re often used to protect against vibration and impact.
Mix the two parts of these compounds together and pour them over components inside a potting box or other container. If mixing causes air bubbles, put the mixture in a vacuum chamber to remove them.
Dry Time | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Hardness Rating | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
12.6 | Thin Liquid | 10 | 24 | Hard | 370 | 0.3 | -55° to 245° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Ceramic, Glass, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, ABS Plastic, PVC Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, Garolite | Black | Canada | 0000000 | 000000 |
Adjustable-Flexibility Heat-Transfer Potting Compounds
Mixing required—resin and hardener come in two separate jars or in a jar and syringe and must be combined before applying. Change the mix ratio of these heat-transfer potting compounds to achieve the right hardness for your application. They're formulated to draw heat away from sensitive electronic components, so they have higher thermal conductivity than standard potting compounds. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Rigid and wear resistant, epoxies are the strongest of the potting compounds. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation.
The size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
Dry Time | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Hardness Rating | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | Heating Requirements to Reach Full Strength | For Use On | Color | Each | |
Jar Compounds | ||||||||||||
12 | Thick Liquid | 30 | 24 | Extra Hard, Medium Hard, Medium Soft, Soft | 450 | 1 | -100° to 450° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Tan | 000000 | 0000000 |
24 | Thick Liquid | 30 | 24 | Extra Hard, Medium Hard, Medium Soft, Soft | 450 | 1 | -100° to 450° | __ | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Tan | 000000 | 000000 |
Jar and Syringe Compounds | ||||||||||||
1.6 | Thick Liquid | 30 | 26 | Extra Hard, Medium Hard, Medium Soft, Soft | 450 | 1.01 | -100° to 450° | 2 hrs. @ 250° F | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Ceramic, Glass | Tan | 000000 | 00000 |
Heat-Transfer Potting Compounds
Formulated to draw heat away from sensitive electronic components, these potting compounds have higher thermal conductivity than standard potting compounds. Use them to encase electronic assemblies for protection from dust, chemicals, moisture, mechanical shock, and vibration. Rigid and wear resistant, epoxies are the strongest of the potting compounds. They have excellent chemical and moisture resistance, withstand a wide range of temperatures, and provide excellent electrical insulation.
Cartridge potting compound requires a gun and mixer nozzle (each sold separately) to dispense.
Dry Time | ||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Container Size, fl. oz. | Consistency | Touch, min. | Overall, hrs. | Dielectric Strength, V/mil | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Each | |
1.7 | Thick Liquid | 15 | 8 | 520 | 1.01 | -40° to 210° | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Silver, Titanium, Plastic, Composites, Fiberglass | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
Two-Part Adhesive Dispensing Guns | |||
---|---|---|---|
Dispensing Gun for 1.7 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |
Mixer Nozzles for Two-Part Adhesive Cartridges | |||
---|---|---|---|
Mixer Nozzle for 1.7 fl. oz. Cartridges | 00000000 | Each | 00000 |
Insulating Adhesives for Electronics
Tack wires to coil forms or secure and insulate hardware on printed circuit boards with these instant-bond adhesives. They require an accelerator to create adhesion.
Certificates with a traceable lot number and product shelf life are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
Container | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K | Consistency | Temp. Range, °F | Color | For Joining | Each | |
Loctite® Adhesives | |||||||||||
444 | 0.7 | Bottle | 30 sec. | 24 hrs. | 0.1 | Thin Liquid | -65° to 180° | Clear | Metal, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
Slow-Set Epoxy Structural Adhesives
To allow time to adjust and position parts, these epoxies remain workable for at least 90 minutes. The strongest and most weather- and chemical-resistant structural adhesives, epoxies work especially well on metals.
The size listed is the combined total of the two parts. Use cartridges with a dispensing gun and mixer nozzle to simultaneously mix and dispense adhesives.
Container | Strength | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Shear, lbs./sq. in. | Peel, lbs./in. wd. | Mix Ratio | Consistency (Viscosity) | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Each | |
DP190 | 6.76 fl. oz. | Cartridge | 90 min. | 7 days | 1,400 | 20 | 1:1 | Thick Liquid (86,250 cP) | -65° to 350° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Masonry | 0000000 | 000000 |
Epoxy Structural Adhesives
Epoxies are the strongest and most weather- and chemical-resistant structural adhesives. They work especially well on metals. The size listed is the combined total of the two parts. Use cartridges with a dispensing gun and mixer nozzle to simultaneously mix and dispense adhesives.
DP110, 14310, 14260, and 305-1/2 bond dissimilar materials.
Container | Strength | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Shear, lbs./sq. in. | Peel, lbs./in. wd. | Mix Ratio | Consistency (Viscosity) | Temp. Range, °F | Color | For Joining | Each | |
DP110 | 6.76 | Cartridge | 8 min. | 48 hrs. | 2,500 | 20 | 1:1 | Thick Liquid (65,000 cP) | -65° to 350° | Gray | Metal, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic, Plastic to Rubber, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
DP190 | 6.76 | Cartridge | 60 min. | 14 days | 850 | 20 | 1:1 | Thick Liquid (8,000 cP) | -65° to 350° | Clear | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Masonry | 00000000 | 00000 |
Toughened Epoxy Structural Adhesives
Toughened adhesives are blended with rubber particles for better impact resistance than standard epoxies. They form flexible, resilient bonds. The most weather- and chemical-resistant structural adhesives, epoxies work especially well on metals. Choose an adhesive that hardens quickly for fast repairs, or one that hardens slowly to allow more time for positioning.
The size listed is the combined total of the two parts. Use with a dispensing gun and mixer nozzle to simultaneously mix and dispense adhesives.
Container | Strength | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Shear, lbs./sq. in. | Peel, lbs./in. wd. | Mix Ratio | Consistency (Viscosity) | Temp. Range, °F | Color | For Joining | Each | |
DP420 | 6.76 | Cartridge | 20 min. | 24 hrs. | 280 | 50 | 2:1 | Thick Liquid (30,000 cP) | -65° to 350° | Off-White | Metal, Plastic, Composites | 0000000 | 0000000 |
DP460 | 6.76 | Cartridge | 60 min. | 24 hrs. | 2,500 | 60 | 2:1 | Thick Liquid (30,000 cP) | -65° to 350° | Off-White | Metal, Plastic, Composites | 0000000 | 000000 |
Quick-Set Epoxy Structural Adhesives
For quick repairs, these epoxies begin to harden in 6 minutes or less. Epoxies are the strongest and most weather- and chemical-resistant structural adhesives.
The size listed is the combined total of the two parts. Use cartridges with a dispensing gun and mixer nozzle to simultaneously mix and dispense adhesives.
Container | Strength | ||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Shear, lbs./sq. in. | Peel, lbs./in. wd. | Mix Ratio | Consistency (Viscosity) | Temp. Range, °F | Color | For Joining | Each | |
DP100 | 6.76 | Cartridge | 5 min. | 48 hrs. | 750 | 2 | 1:1 | Thick Liquid (12,000 cP) | -65° to 320° | Clear | Metal, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |
Mixer Nozzles for Two-Part Adhesive Cartridges
To simultaneously mix and dispense two-part adhesives, attach these mixer nozzles to a dual cartridge. Mixing elements help combine the two parts of an adhesive as it flows through the nozzle. A short nozzle with many mixing elements combines adhesive while minimizing the adhesive left in the nozzle after dispensing. Choose a nozzle that matches the connection type, size, and mix ratio of your adhesive cartridge.
A taper tip has a small opening for controlled dispensing.
A step tip allows you to trim the opening to the diameter you need.
Each | |||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
For Cartridge Size, oz. | Mix Ratio | Opening ID | Lg. | Mixing Elements | Material | Each | |
Taper Tip | |||||||
1.42, 1.69 | 1:1, 2:1, 4:1, 10:1 | 0.07" | 5.9" | 20 | Polypropylene Plastic | 00000000 | 00000 |
Each | ||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
For Cartridge Size, oz. | Mix Ratio | Opening ID | Lg. | Mixing Elements | Mfr. | Material | Each | |
3-Step Tip | ||||||||
6.76, 13.5 | 1:1, 2:1 | 0.12"-0.37" | 7.3" | 18 | __ | Polypropylene Plastic | 0000000 | 00000 |
5-Step Tip | ||||||||
6.76, 13.5 | 1:1, 2:1 | 0.07"-0.21" | 7.3" | 20 | 3M | Polypropylene Plastic | 0000000 | 0000 |
6.76, 13.5 | 1:1, 2:1 | 0.66" | 5" | 20 | 3M | Polypropylene Plastic | 00000000 | 0000 |