---
product_id: 1998121
title: "38653 222 Purple Low Strength Thread Locker Tube - 6 ml"
brand: "loctite"
price: "R485"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
category: "Loctite"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1998121-38653-222-purple-low-strength-thread-locker-tube-6-ml
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Locks fasteners under 1/4 inch Sets in 20 minutes, full cure in 24h Easily removable with hand tools 38653 222 Purple Low Strength Thread Locker Tube - 6 ml

**Brand:** loctite
**Price:** R485
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Lock it down, loosen it up — professional strength with a twist!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 38653 222 Purple Low Strength Thread Locker Tube - 6 ml by loctite
- **How much does it cost?** R485 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1998121-38653-222-purple-low-strength-thread-locker-tube-6-ml)

## Best For

- loctite enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted loctite brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Quick-Set Formula:** Starts curing in just 20 minutes to keep your projects moving fast.
- • **Trusted by Industry Experts:** OEM-specified and lab-tested, the go-to choice for professional-grade automotive repairs.
- • **Versatile Application Range:** Perfect for carburetors, headlamps, throttle bodies, and more—your all-in-one thread locker.
- • **Vibration-Resistant Durability:** Prevents loosening from vibration while protecting against corrosion.
- • **Precision Bonding for Small Fasteners:** Engineered for fasteners ≤6mm, ensuring secure yet adjustable holds.

## Overview

Loctite 38653 Purple Low Strength Thread Locker is a 6 ml tube of medium-temperature adhesive designed for fasteners under 1/4 inch (6 mm). Trusted by automotive professionals and OEMs, it provides reliable vibration-resistant bonding that is easily removable with hand tools. Its quick-setting, non-corrosive formula ensures durable performance on carburetors, throttle bodies, and other critical assemblies, curing fully within 24 hours.

## Description

LOCTITE Automotive Threadlocker Purple 222 is a medium-temperature, low-strength adhesive designed for fasteners under 1/4 inch (6 mm) that may need occasional adjustments. OEM-specified and trusted by professionals, it delivers a secure, one-piece assembly that resists loosening under stress. This threadlocker locks and seals fasteners to prevent loosening due to vibration while allowing for easy disassembly with hand tools. Its non-corrosive formula ensures added protection, making it ideal for use on carburetors, relay locks, headlamps, throttle body assemblies, choke assemblies, fuel injection set screws, and more. LOCTITE Purple 222 provides long-lasting, reliable performance for a wide range of automotive applications.

## Features

- Trusted by Professionals: Our purple LOCTITE automotive thread locker products are not just OEM-specified, they are trusted by professionals because they are designed by auto manufacturers and lab tested (PN: 38653-555339)
- Reliable Adhesion: Perfect for fasteners under 1/4 inch (6 mm) that may require occasional adjustments, ensuring a strong bond
- Reliable & Durable Performance: Locks and seals fasteners to prevent loosening from vibration but is easily removable with hand tools and features a non-corrosive formula for added protection
- Multi-Application: Ideal for use on carburetors, relay locks, headlamps, throttle body assemblies, choke assemblies, fuel injection set screws, and more to provide a secure, one-piece assembly that resists loosening under stress, delivering long-lasting performance
- Quick-setting for convenience: The product begins setting in just 20 minutes, giving you a quick start on your project, and reaches its full strength after 24 hours, ensuring a complete and durable cure by the next day

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002KKTT0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,277 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #9 in Thread Lock Sealers |
| Brand | Loctite |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,105) |
| Date First Available | July 7, 2004 |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| Item model number | 38653 |
| Manufacturer | Loctite |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 555339 |
| Model | Loctite 555339 Threadlocker 222 Low Strength Tube, Purple, 6-ml |
| OEM Part Number | 38653 |
| Product Dimensions | 6.5 x 3.81 x 1.2 inches |
| Special Features | Low-strength formula, suitable for small fasteners and long engagement length fasteners |
| Viscosity | Low |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Loctite
- **Item Form:** Gel
- **Material:** Aluminum,Brass,Stainless
- **Special Feature:** Strong
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Fleet and plant maintenance.

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the any dfference between this Locktite 222 & Locktite 222ms (mil spec)?**
A: There is a VERY small difference with respect to the viscosity,  with 222ms being SLIGHTLY thicker.  Data sheet info for these products differ nominally,  in that the 222 specs are stated for fasteners that are .25" or smaller in diameter and the 222ms data sheet refers to fasteners of .375".  Both are designed to be removed with hand tools using 60 in/lbs. of force or less.  I utilise 222 for attaching scope bases and rings to my various hunting rifles and pistols.....ranging from .22 up to 45/70.  I've never had an issue with these fasteners backing out as a result of recoil,  or during normal usage.  For all intents and purposes,  they appear to be interchangeable with range of temperature,  break free resistance, and most other technical specs being virtually identical.  I chose 222 because it is more readily available at my local hardware store.  Hope this helps.

**Q: What's the best Loctite to use on a scissor screw and laptop case screws?**
A: I would use the purple loctite ( low strength ) on your laptop case screws and the blue loctite ( medium strength ) on your scissors screw. Without hesitation. Neither will come  loose on their own but you will have the ability to take them apart if needed without a problem. You must give the glue 24 hours to set, probably not a big deal with the laptop top but for sure wth the scissors and you would be doing the job right if you also waited with the laptop. Both glues will work great for your needs and worth buying

**Q: How long will a 6ml tube last?
@Approx 20 drops per ml, 1-2 drops per screw = 60-120 screws? Does that seem right for electronics & other sm screws?**
A: Hi Michael, I've used this probably once a week on various knives/watches pretty much whatever you can imagine that has tiny screws. Your pretty much right on the money estimate wise, however you may get more use out of it than that, as some screws are much smaller and a smaller amount of glue can do the job. Usually in applying the glue I'll take a toothpick and put a very tiny amount on it, and while wet I'll apply it to whatever I'm gluing. Typically I use much less than a drop when I use it. Good luck with whatever your doing with it!

**Q: Hi will loctite purple work for eyeglass screws if i need to remove them at some point.**
A: It should work quite well, but keep it away from lenses (as they are usually a plastic material of one kind or another). I know it is used by gunsmiths to keep tiny telescopic sight screws from loosening from vibration, and they must be removable for maintenance when necessary.

## Frequently Bought Together

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