To strengthen its commitment to continuous product improvement, Henkel has reformulated one of its most popular thread sealants – LOCTITE® 577.
The latest generation of LOCTITE® 577 is designed to be used in common production and maintenance conditions to provide a consistent cure, even on oil contaminated surfaces. The new formulation also provides improved curing on passive metals with an activator. This simplifies the application process and supports the use of corrosion resistant pipes and fittings.
Higher service temperature is another benefit of the new LOCTITE 577. Its range is now –55°C to +180°C, which is 30°C higher than its forerunner. This product remains well suited to overhead applications, as its viscosity prevents dripping.
As before, this popular sealant meets P1 NSF, DVGW and WRAS approvals.
As well as being more tolerant of oil, this medium strength, anaerobic sealant for all coarse threads also has greater temperature resistance and improved curing on passive metals such as stainless steel. The sealant is part of a family of products providing a reliable alternative to tapes and pastes, as well as preventing leakage of gasses and liquids. It is clean and easy to apply and can be used on any size pipe fitting. The resultant seal resists vibrational loosening and other stresses and will not creep or shrink. It also prevents galling and corrosion in the thread and eliminates seizure.
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