unclesyd - I am right there with you at a loss. This all came about because of an escape where and operator built an entire batch without loctite. Our customer discovered it somehow and is requesting proper corrective action.
I agree that it is best to build the quality into the assembly rather...
Thanks again for all of your suggestions.
Mike - your idea of buying preapplied thread locker is practical and I will investigate further.
btrue- I am limited to using the materials approved by the customer. Right now, using the green penetrating loctite is out of my control. The witness idea...
Thanks for the suggestions so far. Inspecting prior to cleaning makes complete sense. Unfortunately that would induce additional work, material handling, lead time increase, plus a complete revision of product line work instructions. If possible I would like to be able to inspect at the current...
Is there a way or a device to inspect for anaerobic loctite application on a screw threads after installation?
The assemblies I'm involved in building require loctite on every screw, followed by thorough cleaning which removes any traces of excess loctite. The method I have set up to assure...
