Which materials can be bonded with Loctite 408?

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

What is the benefit of the low-bloom formula?

It prevents white frosting or haze around the bond line, making it ideal for cosmetic and aesthetic assemblies.

What is the fixture time of this instant adhesive?

Fixture time is reached within 5 to 10 seconds depending on the substrates and ambient humidity.

What gap size can Loctite 408 fill?

Due to its very low viscosity, it is designed for close-fitting parts with a gap fill of up to 0.15 mm.

Does this adhesive have a strong odour during use?

No, its alkoxyethyl chemistry delivers low odour and minimal vapour emissions during application.

LOCTITE 408 instant glue (20g bottle) - 1919332

Name: LOCTITE 408 instant glue (20g bottle) - 1919332
Brand: LOCTITE
SKU: 11010189
Price: 32.95 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: LOCTITE 1919332 | EAN 5010266008530

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Clean bonds using Loctite 408

Practical benefits

Low odor and blooming: You achieve clean cosmetic joints without annoying vapor smells or white blooming residues around the bonding area.
Rapid multi-material adhesion: You bond plastics, metals, and rubbers in just seconds for fast assembly and dependable repairs.
High capillary wicking action: The very low viscosity allows the liquid formula to penetrate tight gaps and close-fitting components easily.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With Loctite 408 instant adhesive, you achieve clean and seamless bonds without irritating fumes or unsightly white blooming around the bond line. Thanks to its very low viscosity, this liquid cyanoacrylate flows easily via capillary wicking action into tight joints and gaps up to 0.15 mm on close-fitting components. You can bond metals, plastics, rubbers, and porous materials such as wood, leather, and paper with a fixture time of just 5 to 10 seconds. The low-odor formulation ensures comfortable handling during precise cosmetic assemblies and repairs.

Product information FAQ

€32.95

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Weight: 20 g
Relative density: 1,1
ADR packing group: Not applicable
ADR class: Not applicable
UN number: Not applicable
P-statements: P273; P501
H-statements: H412
Physical state: Liquid
Flash point: 80 °C
Packaging: Bottle

Product Description:

LOCTITE 408 is a transparent, colorless, low odor, low bloom, alkoxyethyl-based instant adhesive (cyanoacrylate) which cures very quickly when confined between two close-fitting surfaces. It is suitable for plastics and polyolefins in combination with Primer LOCTITE SF 770 or LOCTITE SF 7239 and ideal for metal, rubber and well suited for porous and/or acidic surfaces.

Benefits:

Solvent-free
Suited for plastics and polyolefins in combination with Primer LOCTITE 770 or LOCTITE 7239
Ideal for metal and rubber
Well suited for porous and/or acidic surfaces
Low bloom, low odor
H & S Labelling-free
Capillary action

Precautionary statements

P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... (see safety data sheet).

Hazard statements

H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

All Features

Weight: 20 g
Relative density: 1,1
Adr packing group: Not applicable
Adr class: Not applicable
Un number: Not applicable
P-statements: P273; P501
H-statements: H412
Physical state: Liquid
Flash point: 80 °C
Packaging: Bottle

Brand LOCTITE
11010189
EAN 5010266008530
Supplier number LOCTITE 1919332

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which materials can be bonded with Loctite 408?: It bonds metals, plastics, and elastomers, as well as porous materials such as wood, leather, and paper.
What is the benefit of the low-bloom formula?: It prevents white frosting or haze around the bond line, making it ideal for cosmetic and aesthetic assemblies.
What is the fixture time of this instant adhesive?: Fixture time is reached within 5 to 10 seconds depending on the substrates and ambient humidity.
What gap size can Loctite 408 fill?: Due to its very low viscosity, it is designed for close-fitting parts with a gap fill of up to 0.15 mm.
Does this adhesive have a strong odour during use?: No, its alkoxyethyl chemistry delivers low odour and minimal vapour emissions during application.