Technical Data Sheet

LOCTITE® 576™
February-2005

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED MATERIAL

LOCTITE® 576™ provides the following product Physical Properties:
characteristics: Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, 100×10-6
ISO 11359-1, K-1
Technology Acrylic
Coefficient of Thermal Conductivity ISO 8302, 0.2
Chemical Type Dimethacrylate ester W/(m·K)
Appearance (uncured) Brown liquidLMS Specific Heat, kJ/(kg·K) 1.5
Fluorescence Negative Water Absorption, % <1
Odor Low
Electrical Properties:
Components One component - Volume Resistivity, IEC 60093, Ω·cm 1×1015
requires no mixing
Dielectric Constant, IEC 60250 4
Viscosity Medium
Cure Anaerobic
Secondary Cure Activator
Application Thread sealing TYPICAL PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
Strength Low Adhesive Properties
Maximum Gap 0.2 mm
Cured for 24 hours @ 23 °C
Breakaway Torque, ISO 10964:
M10 black oxide nuts and bolts N·m 2 to 8LMS
LOCTITE® 576™ is designed for the locking and sealing of (lb.in.) (17.7 to 70.8)
threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with
Prevail Torque, ISO 10964:
standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the
M10 black oxide nuts and bolts N·m 1 to 6LMS
absence of air between close fitting surfaces and prevents (lb.in.) (8.9 to 53.1)
loosening and leakage from shock and vibration.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL GENERAL INFORMATION

Density @ 25 °C, g/ml 1.1 This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
pH @ °C >7 and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.
Corrosion characteristics :
(MIL-S-22473) None
For safe handling information on this product, consult the
Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Flash Point - See SDS

Viscosity, Brookfield - RVT, 25 °C, mPa·s (cP):

Spindle 4, speed 20 rpm 4,000 to 6,000LMS Directions for use:
For Assembly
1. For best results, clean all surfaces (external and
TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE internal) with a LOCTITE® cleaning solvent and allow to
dry.
Fixture Time 2. If the material is an inactive metal or the cure speed is
Fixture time is defined as the time to develop a shear too slow, spray with LOCTITE® SF 7471™ or LOCTITE®
strength of 0.1 N/mm². SF 7649™ and allow to dry.
Fixture Time, ISO 4587, minutes 3. Apply a 360° bead of product to the leading threads of
Steel 120 the male fitting, leaving the first thread free. Force the
Steel, activated with Activator 7471™ 20 material into the threads to thoroughly fill the voids. For
Steel, activated with Activator 7649™ 20 bigger threads and voids, adjust product amount
accordingly and apply a 360° bead of product on the
female threads also.
4. Using compliant practices, assemble and wrench tighten
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fittings in accordance with manufacturers prior trials to confirm such suitability of our product.
Any liability in respect of the information in the Technical Data Sheet or any other
recommendations. written or oral recommendation(s) regarding the concerned product is excluded,
5. Properly tightened fittings will seal instantly to moderate except if otherwise explicitly agreed and except in relation to death or personal
pressures. For maximum pressure resistance and injury caused by our negligence and any liability under any applicable mandatory
product liability law.
solvent resistance allow the product to cure a minimum
of 24 hours. In case products are delivered by Henkel Belgium NV, Henkel Electronic
Materials NV, Henkel Nederland BV, Henkel Technologies France SAS and
For Disassembly Henkel France SA please additionally note the following:
In case Henkel would be nevertheless held liable, on whatever legal ground,
1. Remove with standard hand tools. Henkel’s liability will in no event exceed the amount of the concerned delivery.
2. Where hand tools do not work because of excessive
engagement length or large diameters (over 25 mm), In case products are delivered by Henkel Colombiana, S.A.S. the following
disclaimer is applicable:
apply localized heat to approximately 250 °C. The information provided in this Technical Data Sheet (TDS) including the
Disassemble while hot. recommendations for use and application of the product are based on our
knowledge and experience of the product as at the date of this TDS. Henkel is,
For Cleanup therefore, not liable for the suitability of our product for the production processes
and conditions in respect of which you use them, as well as the intended
1. Cured product can be removed with a combination of applications and results. We strongly recommend that you carry out your own
soaking in a LOCTITE® solvent and mechanical prior trials to confirm such suitability of our product.
Any liability in respect of the information in the Technical Data Sheet or any other
abrasion such as a wire brush. written or oral recommendation(s) regarding the concerned product is excluded,
except if otherwise explicitly agreed and except in relation to death or personal
injury caused by our negligence and any liability under any applicable mandatory
product liability law.
Storage
Store product in the unopened container in a dry location. In case products are delivered by Henkel Corporation, Resin Technology
Storage information may be indicated on the product container Group, Inc., or Henkel Canada Corporation, the following disclaimer is
labeling. applicable:
The data contained herein are furnished for information only and are believed to
Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or be reliable. We cannot assume responsibility for the results obtained by others
greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties. over whose methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
Material removed from containers may be contaminated during determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production methods mentioned
use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel herein and to adopt such precautions as may be advisable for the protection of
property and of persons against any hazards that may be involved in the handling
Corporation cannot assume responsibility for product which and use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation specifically
has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than disclaims all warranties expressed or implied, including warranties of
those previously indicated. If additional information is required, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, arising from sale or use
of Henkel Corporation’s products. Henkel Corporation specifically
please contact your local Technical Service Center or disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental damages of any kind,
Customer Service Representative. including lost profits. The discussion herein of various processes or
compositions is not to be interpreted as representation that they are free from
domination of patents owned by others or as a license under any Henkel
Loctite Material SpecificationLMS Corporation patents that may cover such processes or compositions. We
LMS dated September-18, 1999. Test reports for each batch recommend that each prospective user test his proposed application before
are available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports repetitive use, using this data as a guide. This product may be covered by one or
more United States or foreign patents or patent applications.
include selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive Trademark usage
controls are in place to assure product quality and Except as otherwise noted, all trademarks in this document are trademarks of
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may Henkel Corporation in the U.S. and elsewhere. ® denotes a trademark
be coordinated through Henkel Quality. registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Conversions
(°C x 1.8) + 32 = °F Reference 1
kV/mm x 25.4 = V/mil
mm / 25.4 = inches
µm / 25.4 = mil
N x 0.225 = lb
N/mm x 5.71 = lb/in
N/mm² x 145 = psi
MPa x 145 = psi
N·m x 8.851 = lb·in
N·m x 0.738 = lb·ft
N·mm x 0.142 = oz·in
mPa·s = cP

Note:
The information provided in this Technical Data Sheet (TDS) including the
recommendations for use and application of the product are based on our
knowledge and experience of the product as at the date of this TDS. The product
can have a variety of different applications as well as differing application and
working conditions in your environment that are beyond our control. Henkel is,
therefore, not liable for the suitability of our product for the production processes
and conditions in respect of which you use them, as well as the intended
applications and results. We strongly recommend that you carry out your own

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