Which materials can Loctite 401 bond?

It bonds metals, plastics, elastomers, and porous materials such as wood, paper, leather, and fabric.

How fast does this cyanoacrylate adhesive fixture?

Fixture time is typically between 3 and 20 seconds, depending on the substrate and humidity.

Can I bond difficult plastics like PE or PP with Loctite 401?

Yes, but difficult-to-bond plastics such as PE, PP, and PTFE require a suitable primer like Loctite SF 770 beforehand.

What is the operating temperature range of Loctite 401?

The adhesive withstands operating temperatures from -40 °C to 120 °C.

How long does full cure take?

While it fixtures rapidly, full chemical cure takes up to 24 hours.

LOCTITE 401 quick-curing instant adhesive (500g bottle) - 142578

Name: LOCTITE 401 quick-curing instant adhesive (500g bottle) - 142578
Brand: LOCTITE
SKU: 11010209
Price: 318.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: LOCTITE 142578 | EAN 4100630401805

Recommended Retail Price €402.91

318.80 tax incl.

€263.47 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Fast and universal instant bonding

Practical benefits

Rapid fixture within seconds: You join parts in seconds thanks to the quick-curing formula, letting you proceed without prolonged clamping.
Versatile adhesion with Loctite: You bond a wide variety of substrates including metals, plastics, elastomers, and porous materials like wood or leather.
High-capacity 500 g bottle: The large 500 g bottle provides ample liquid adhesive suited for continuous maintenance and production assembly tasks.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With Loctite 401 instant adhesive, you join and repair components rapidly without the need for prolonged clamping. This liquid cyanoacrylate achieves a dependable fixture in seconds, keeping your assembly line, maintenance, and workshop tasks moving efficiently. It bonds a broad variety of materials, including metals, plastics, elastomers, and porous substrates like wood or leather. The generous 500 g bottle provides plenty of adhesive for continuous series production and high-volume repairs. Capable of withstanding operating temperatures from -40 °C to 120 °C, it delivers strong, lasting bonds whenever you need fast, precise results.

Product information FAQ

€318.80

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Relative density: 1,1
ADR packing group: Not applicable
ADR class: Not applicable
Weight: 500 g
Principal hazard property: GHS07 Harmful or irritant
UN number: Not applicable
P-statements: P261; P280; P305 + P351 + P338; P337 + P313; P501
H-statements: H315; H319; H335
Hazard class: GHS07 Harmful or irritant
Physical state: Liquid
Flash point: 80 - 93 °C
Packaging: Bottle

Product Description:

LOCTITE 401 is an instant adhesive designed for the assembly of difficult-to-bond materials requiring uniform stress distribution and high tensile and/or shear strength. The product provides for the rapid bonding of a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics and elastomers. LOCTITE 401 is also suited to bonding porous materials such as wood, paper, leather and fabric. Perfect for all quick repairs and all types of small emergency repairs.

Benefits:

Universal instant adhesive
Very high strength on close-fitting parts
Perfect for all quick repairs and all types of small emergency repairs.
Bonds a wide range of similar or dissimilar substrates (metals, rubber, wood, cardboard, ceramics as well as most plastics)

Precautionary statements

P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... (see safety data sheet).

Hazard statements

H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

All Features

Relative density: 1,1
Adr packing group: Not applicable
Adr class: Not applicable
Weight: 500 g
Principal hazard property: GHS07 Harmful or irritant
Un number: Not applicable
P-statements: P261; P280; P305 + P351 + P338; P337 + P313; P501
H-statements: H315; H319; H335
Hazard class: GHS07 Harmful or irritant
Physical state: Liquid
Flash point: 80 - 93 °C
Packaging: Bottle

Brand LOCTITE
11010209
EAN 4100630401805
Supplier number LOCTITE 142578

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which materials can Loctite 401 bond?: It bonds metals, plastics, elastomers, and porous materials such as wood, paper, leather, and fabric.
How fast does this cyanoacrylate adhesive fixture?: Fixture time is typically between 3 and 20 seconds, depending on the substrate and humidity.
Can I bond difficult plastics like PE or PP with Loctite 401?: Yes, but difficult-to-bond plastics such as PE, PP, and PTFE require a suitable primer like Loctite SF 770 beforehand.
What is the operating temperature range of Loctite 401?: The adhesive withstands operating temperatures from -40 °C to 120 °C.
How long does full cure take?: While it fixtures rapidly, full chemical cure takes up to 24 hours.