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ND Microspheres® TA

ND Microspheres® TA

ND Microspheres TA Series are microencapsulated, room temperature curing threadlocking products that can be applied to male or female threaded fasteners of most sizes and finishes.


Description:

  • ND Microspheres TA Series remain inert until the coated fastener is assembled to its mating part. The forces of engagement crush the microscopic capsules and release the activator that creates a strong chemical bond between the parts.
  • Within minutes of assembly, ND Microspheres TA Series forms a substantial bond between the mating surfaces. Curing continues normally for up to 24 hours.
Properties: As Applied to Fasteners
Product Formula TA300 TA800 TA850
Color Yellow Red Turquoise
Primary Usage Low Strength High Strength High Strength & Torque Tension Control
Average On Torque* (in lbs.) <10 <10 <10
Breakaway Torque* After 24 hr cure @ R.T. Dry Zinc Phosphate (inch lbs.) 130 200 175
Plain Steel (inch lbs.) 130 210 195
Typical Lead Threads (See Note 2) 1 to 3 1 to 3 1 to 3
Typical Coating Length (See Note 2) 1.5 x Diameter 1.5 x Diameter 1.5 x Diameter
Temp. Range -58°F to 300°F -58°F to 392°F -58°F to 392°F
Average Thread Friction K-Value 0.14 0.26 0.18
Fixture Time 5 min. 5 min. 5 min.
On Part Life*** 4 years 4 years 4 years
Compare to PRECOTE 30 PRECOTE 80 PRECOTE 85
Full Cure Time @ Room Temp. 24 hrs. 24 hrs. 24 hrs.

Features:

    Low Prevailing On Torque: Assembles easily with common hand tools.

    Fast Fixture Time: Under typical conditions, fixture is achieved within 5 minutes.

    Versatile: ND Microspheres TA Series are compatible with most sizes, configurations, materials and finishes.

    Long Shelf Life: Once applied and stored in a cool, dry environment, ND Microspheres TA Series remains inert until a cure is activated by engagement with a mating part.

    Unaffected By Foreign Substances: Oil, gasoline, salt spray, acids, solvents, and water have virtually no effect on ND Microspheres TA Series after a final cure is achieved.

    Saves Money: ND Microspheres TA Series brand pre-applied threadlocker is less expensive than applying bottled threadlocking compounds at the point of assembly.

    Three Specifically Designed Formulas: ND Microspheres TA Series offers three formulas that address differing needs.

    TA300 is a low strength material.

    TA800 is a high strength/high temperature material.

    TA850 is a high strength, high temperature material with minimal torque tension deviation.

ND Microspheres® TA meets or exceeds the performance requirements of the following specifications and/or standards:
AUTOMOTIVE
  • Ford: ESS-M11P24-A2
  • General Motors: GM6124M, GM6175M, GM6194M, GMW14657A, GMW14657C
INDUSTRIAL
  • IFI: 125
  • IFI: 525
OEM
  • Delphi: DX520402