Technical Data Sheet
LOCTITE®ODC-Free
Cleaner & Degreaser
November-2009
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser provides the
following product characteristics:
Technology Solvent cleaner
Chemical Type Hydrocarbon blend
Appearance Clear colorless liquidLMS
Viscosity Very low
Cure Not applicable
Application Surface cleaner
LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser is a non-aqueous,
hydrocarbon based, non-CFC solvent designed for cleaning
and degreasing of surfaces to be bonded with LOCTITE®
adhesives. The product is used as a final pre-assembly
cleaning treatment to remove most greases, oils, lubrication
fluids, metal cuttings and fines from all surfaces to be bonded.
It is designed to be used as a spray or in immersion cleaning
processes at room temperature or heated.
Note: LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser is not
intended as a solvent for flushing Loctite products from
dispensing equipment, or for cleaning printed circuit boards
and printed circuit assemblies.
NSF International
Registered to NSF Category K1 for use as a cleaner and
degreaser in non food processing areas which are used to
remove oil, wax, resinous materials, or other substances not
removable by using acidic or alkaline cleaning agents. Note:
This is a regional approval. Please contact your local Technical
Service Center for more information and clarification.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity @ 25 °C 0.76 to 0.78LMS
Flash Point - See MSDS
Aromatics, % <1
Drying Time @ 25 °C, minutes:
No Wipe >120
Post Wipe (Dry Cloth) 40 to 50
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE
LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser has no effect on
the speed of cure or final strength of LOCTITE® adhesives
other than providing a clean surface for good adhesion and
adhesive cure. Unclean or partially cleaned surfaces can
affect adhesive performance.
Handling precautions
Cleaner must be handled in a manner applicable to highly
flammable materials and in compliance with relevant local
regulations.
Special care must be taken to avoid contact of the product or
its vapour with naked flame or any electrical equipment that is
not flame proofed.
The solvent can affect certain plastics or coatings. It is
recommended to check all surfaces for compatibility before
use.
LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser is compatible with
metals, many plastics and elastomers.
The following table shows the effect of LOCTITE®ODC-Free
Cleaner & Degreaser on various plastics and elastomers.
Since compatibility is affected by material variation, it is
recommended to check parts and cleaning equipment gaskets,
seals and O-rings under end use conditions before adopting
use of LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser.
LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser Compatibility
with Plastics
Tested per ASTM D543
(All specimens weighed 30 minutes after removing from solvent)
Plastics 30 minutes @ 22 °C:
% Wt chg Appearance
ABS +0.05 No change
Acrylic +0.11 No change
Polyacetal +0.02 No change
G-10 Epoxy +0.01 No change
Nylon 101 +0.14 No change
Nylon 66 +0.04 No change
Polycarbonate +0.07 No change
Phenolic +0.21 No change
Polyethylene (HD) +0.05 No change
Polyethylene (LD) +0.11 No change
Polypropylene +0.06 No change
Polystyrene (High Impact) +0.13 No change
Polystyrene +0.13 No change
Polysulfone +0.05 No change
PVC +0.03 No change
Polytetrafluoroethylene +0.02 No change
Polyetherimide +0.09 No change
Polybutyleneterephthalate +0.05 No change
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Plastics 30 minutes @ 38 °C:
% Wt chg Appearance
ABS 0 No change
Acrylic +0.04 No change
Polyacetal +0.01 No change
G-10 Epoxy +0.01 No change
Nylon 101 +0.05 No change
Nylon 66 +0.02 No change
Polycarbonate +0.03 No change
Phenolic 0.13 No change
Polyethylene (HD) +0.1 No change
Polyethylene (LD) 0.39 No change
Polypropylene +0.1 No change
Polystyrene (High Impact) +0.28 No change
Polystyrene +0.03 No change
Polysulfone +0.03 No change
PVC +0.03 No change
Polytetrafluoroethylene +0.01 No change
Polyetherimide +2.7 No change
Polybutyleneterephthalate +0.04 No change
LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser Compatibility
with Elastomers
Tested per ASTM D543
(All specimens weighed 30 minutes after removing from solvent)
Elastomers 30 minutes @ 22 °C:
% Wt chg Appearance
Buna-N +0.9 Slight swelling
Buna-S +0.48 Slight swelling
Butyl +5.33 Swelling
EPDM +5.23 Swelling
Neoprene +1.08 Slight swelling
Polyurethane +0.07 Slight swelling
Silicone +10.8 Swelling
Fluoroelastomer +1.08 Slight swelling
Elastomers 30 minutes @ 38 °C:
% Wt chg Appearance
Buna-N +2.5 Swelling
Buna-S +1.1 Slight swelling
Butyl +8.2 Swelling
EPDM +12.0 Swelling
Neoprene +2.3 Swelling
Polyurethane +0.07 Slight swelling
Silicone +13.8 Swelling
Fluoroelastomer 0 Slight swelling
GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected
with a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing
materials.
For safe handling information on this product, consult the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
Directions for use:
1. Spray area generously with LOCTITE®ODC-Free
Cleaner & Degreaser.
2. Wipe surfaces when still wet with a clean cloth to remove
all heavy contamination. If necessary, spray surfaces
again to allow run-off of product.
3. Allow LOCTITE®ODC-Free Cleaner & Degreaser to
fully evaporate from parts prior to bonding to avoid solvent
entrapment within the bond joint.
4. Apply the Loctite®adhesive immediately after drying and
assemble bond.
Loctite Material SpecificationLMS
LMS dated June-1, 2005. Test reports for each batch are
available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports include
selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive
controls are in place to assure product quality and
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may
be coordinated through Henkel Quality.
Storage
The product is classified as flammable and must be stored in
an appropriate manner in compliance with relevant
regulations. Do not store near oxidizing agents or combustible
materials. Store product in the unopened container in a dry
location. Storage information may also be indicated on the
product container labelling.
Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or
greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties.
Material removed from containers may be contaminated during
use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel
cannot assume responsibility for product which has been
contaminated or stored under conditions other than those
previously indicated. If additional information is required,
please contact your local Technical Service Center or
Customer Service Representive.
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
Henkel Americas
+860.571.5100
Henkel Europe
+49.89.320800.1800
Henkel Asia Pacific
+86.21.2891.8863
For the most direct access to local sales and technical support visit: www.henkel.com/industrial
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Note
The data contained herein are furnished for information only
and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
methods mentioned 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 and
use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation
specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Henkel
Corporation’s products. Henkel Corporation specifically
disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
damages of any kind, 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 Corporation patents that may cover such
processes or compositions. We recommend that each
prospective user test his proposed application before 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.
Trademark usage
Except as otherwise noted, all trademarks in this document
are trademarks of Henkel Corporation in the U.S. and
elsewhere. ® denotes a trademark registered in the U.S.
Patent and Trademark Office.
Reference 1.1
Henkel Americas
+860.571.5100
Henkel Europe
+49.89.320800.1800
Henkel Asia Pacific
+86.21.2891.8863
For the most direct access to local sales and technical support visit: www.henkel.com/industrial
