Loctite 404 Quick Set SuperGlue (Instant Adhesive) 0.3 oz Bottle

Product Name

Loctite 404 Quick Set SuperGlue (Instant Adhesive) 0.3 oz Bottle

Brief Description

Loctite 404 Quick Set Instant Adhesive is a low-viscosity, transparent, colorless to straw-colored, one-part ethyl cyanoacrylate adhesive. It is specifically designed for very fast fixturing and bonding of plastics and elastomeric materials, particularly rubber. This industrial-grade adhesive cures rapidly at room temperature through atmospheric moisture, making it ideal for quick repairs and assembly applications.

Popular Applications & Uses

- Bonding rubber O-rings.- Mounting plastic labels and nameplates.- Bonding rubber belts, pads, and bumpers.- Tacking rubber gaskets and weather stripping.- General maintenance and repair tasks.- DIY projects and crafts.- Can be combined with fiberglass cloth for durable patches.

Industries that Commonly Use It

- Automotive Service/Repair- General Manufacturing- Fabrication- Plastic Fabrication- Metal Fabrication- Construction/ Building Services- Cabinet & Woodworking- Furniture- Prosumer- Industrial Supply- Sign & Display- Aerospace/Defense- Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle- Medical Device/ Prosthetics- Packaging Services or Contractor- Distributers & Resellers

Special and Unique Features

- Very fast fixturing time, typically ranging from 5 to 30 seconds depending on the substrate.- One-part adhesive formulation, requiring no mixing.- Cures at room temperature initiated by atmospheric moisture.- Low viscosity liquid for easy application in thin bond gaps.- Transparent, colorless to straw-colored appearance.- Qualified to Commercial Item Description A-A-3097.- Features a non-clog recapturable tip for some packaging.- Offers a good shelf life when stored optimally.

Key Properties

- Chemical Type: Ethyl Cyanoacrylate.- Viscosity: 70 to 110 mPa·s (cP).- Fixture Time: Varies by substrate; e.g., Neoprene <5s, Aluminum 2-10s, Steel 15-30s, Polycarbonate 15-50s.- Full Cure Time: 24 hours for full chemical resistance.- Operating Temperature Range: -65°F to 180°F (-54°C to 82°C).- Tensile Strength: Up to 3500 psi (24 N/mm²) on grit blasted steel.- Specific Gravity: 1.09.- Dielectric Strength: 25 kV/mm.- Gap Fill: Up to 0.005 inches (0.15 mm).

Surface Compatibility

- **Recommended:** Plastics, Elastomers (rubber, neoprene, nitrile), Metals (steel, aluminum), Wood, Ceramic, Glass, Stone, Concrete, Fiberglass, Tile, China.- **Not Recommended:** Teflon, Nylon, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, or flexible materials.

Known backups / known substitutes

- Loctite 401 (universal, moisture and chemical resistant).- Loctite 431 (all-purpose, medium viscosity).- Infinity Bond RP 45 (direct equivalent to Loctite 404).- Permatex Zip Grip GPE 3.- 3M Scotch-Weld Thin Instant Wood Adhesive.- Other Loctite cyanoacrylates such as Loctite 420, 495, 414, 447, 498, 416, 422, depending on specific application requirements like viscosity, surface insensitivity, or metal bonding.

Comparison Note

Loctite 404 Quick Set Instant Adhesive is distinguished by its rapid fixturing capabilities, particularly on plastics and elastomeric materials, making it highly effective for applications like O-ring assembly and general quick repairs. While the broader Loctite cyanoacrylate range offers solutions for diverse needs, Loctite 404 is optimized for speed and strong bonds on its specified substrates.