Technical Data Sheet

LOCTITE® 660™
December-2009

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 100

% of Full Strength on Steel

LOCTITE® 660™ provides the following product
characteristics: Steel
75 Aluminum
Technology Acrylic
Chemical Type Urethane methacrylate
Appearance (uncured) Metallic gray pasteLMS 50
Fluorescence No Zinc dichromate
Components One component - requires no mixing
25
Viscosity High
Cure Anaerobic
Secondary Cure Activator 0
Application Retaining 1min 5min10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h
Cure Time
Strength High
Cure Speed vs. Bond Gap
LOCTITE® 660™ is designed for the bonding of cylindrical
The rate of cure will depend on the bondline gap. The following
fitting parts, particularly where bond gaps can approach 0.50 graph shows shear strength developed with time on steel pins
mm (0.02 in.). The product cures when confined in the absence and collars at different controlled gaps and tested according to
of air between close fitting metal surfaces and prevents ISO 10123.
loosening and leakage from shock and vibration. This product % of Full Strength on Steel 100
possesses excellent gap cure characteristics. Typical
applications include restoring correct fits on worn shafts, spun 0.154 mm
bearings, and damaged keyways. 75

NSF International
Registered to NSF Category P1 for use as a sealant where 50 0.27 mm
there is no possibilty of food contact in and around food
processing areas. Note: This is a regional approval. Please
contact your local Technical Service Center for more 25
information and clarification.

0
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL 1min 5min10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h
Specific Gravity @ 25 °C 1.13 Cure Time
Flash Point - See MSDS
Viscosity, Brookfield - HBT, 25 °C, mPa·s (cP): Cure Speed vs. Temperature
Spindle TB, speed 0.5 rpm, 1,000,000 to 2,000,000LMS The rate of cure will depend on the temperature. The graph
Helipath below shows the shear strength developed with time at
Spindle TB, speed 5.0 rpm, 150,000 to 350,000LMS different temperatures on steel pins and collars and tested
Helipath according to ISO 10123.
100
% of Full Strength on Steel

TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE

40 °C
Cure Speed vs. Substrate
The rate of cure will depend on the substrate used. The graph 75
below shows the shear strength developed with time on steel
pins and collars compared to different materials and tested
according to ISO 10123. 50
22 °C 4 °C

25

0
1min 5min10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h
Cure Time
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Cure Speed vs. Activator Heat Aging

Where cure speed is unacceptably long, or large gaps are Aged at temperature indicated and tested @ 22 °C
present, applying activator to the surface will improve cure
speed. The graph below shows the shear strength developed 200

% Initial Strength @ 22 °C
with time on zinc dichromate steel pins and collars using 150 °C
Activator 7471™ and 7649™ and tested according to ISO
10123. 150 120 °C
100
% of Full Strength on Steel

100

75
50
Activator 7471™
50
0
Activator 7649™ 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
25 Exposure Time, hours
No activator

Chemical/Solvent Resistance
0
1min 5min10min 30min 1h 3h 6h 24h 72h Aged under conditions indicated and tested @ 22 °C.
Cure Time % of initial strength
Environment °C 100 h 500 h 1000 h
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED MATERIAL
Motor oil (MIL-L-46152) 125 100 100 100
Physical Properties:
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, 80×10 -6 Unleaded gasoline 22 100 100 100
ISO 11359-2, K-1 Brake fluid 22 80 75 75
Coefficient of Thermal Conductivity, ISO 8302, 0.1 Water/glycol 50/50 87 100 90 80
W/(m·K)
Specific Heat, kJ/(kg·K) 0.3 Ethanol 22 95 95 95
Elongation, at break, ISO 37, % <2 Acetone 22 80 80 80

GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
Adhesive Properties a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials
After 24 hours @ 22 °C For safe handling information on this product, consult the
Compressive Shear Strength, ISO 10123: Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
Steel pins and collars N/mm² ≥17.2LMS
(psi) (2,490) Where aqueous washing systems are used to clean the
surfaces before bonding, it is important to check for
compatibility of the washing solution with the adhesive. In
TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE some cases these aqueous washes can affect the cure and
Cured for 1 week @ 22 °C performance of the adhesive.
Compressive Shear Strength, ISO 10123:
Steel pins and collars This product is not normally recommended for use on plastics
(particularly thermoplastic materials where stress cracking of
the plastic could result). Users are recommended to confirm
compatibility of the product with such substrates.
Hot Strength
Tested at temperature Directions for use:
100 For Assembly
1. For best results, clean all surfaces (external and internal)
% Strength @ 22 °C

with a LOCTITE® cleaning solvent and allow to dry.

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2. If the material is an inactive metal or the cure speed is too
slow, spray with Activator 7471™ or 7649™ and allow to
50 dry.
3. For Slip Fitted Assemblies, apply adhesive around the
leading edge of the pin and the inside of the collar and
25 use a rotating motion during assembly to ensure good
coverage.
4. For Press Fitted Assemblies, apply adhesive thoroughly
0 to both bond surfaces and assemble at high press on
-50 0 50 100 150
Temperature, °C rates.

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5. For Shrink Fitted Assemblies the adhesive should be Note

coated onto the pin, the collar should then be heated to The data contained herein are furnished for information only
create sufficient clearance for free assembly. and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
6. Parts should not be disturbed until sufficient handling responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
strength is achieved. methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
For Disassembly methods mentioned herein and to adopt such precautions as
1. Apply localized heat to the assembly to approximately may be advisable for the protection of property and of persons
250 °C. Disassemble while hot. against any hazards that may be involved in the handling and
use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation
For Cleanup specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
1. Cured product can be removed with a combination of including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
soaking in a Loctite solvent and mechanical abrasion particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Henkel
such as a wire brush. Corporation’s products. Henkel Corporation specifically
disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
Loctite Material SpecificationLMS damages of any kind, including lost profits. The discussion
LMS dated September-1, 1995. Test reports for each batch herein of various processes or compositions is not to be
are available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports interpreted as representation that they are free from
include selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to domination of patents owned by others or as a license under
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive any Henkel Corporation patents that may cover such
controls are in place to assure product quality and processes or compositions. We recommend that each
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may prospective user test his proposed application before repetitive
be coordinated through Henkel Quality. use, using this data as a guide. This product may be covered
by one or more United States or foreign patents or patent
Storage applications.
Store product in the unopened container in a dry location.
Storage information may be indicated on the product container Trademark usage
labeling. Except as otherwise noted, all trademarks in this document
Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or are trademarks of Henkel Corporation in the U.S. and
greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties. elsewhere. ® denotes a trademark registered in the U.S.
Material removed from containers may be contaminated during Patent and Trademark Office.
use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel
Corporation cannot assume responsibility for product which
has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than Reference 0.4
those previously indicated. If additional information is required,
please contact your local Technical Service Center or
Customer Service Representative.
Conversions
(°C x 1.8) + 32 = °F
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

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