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I am a looking at a getting another A-Tec can and with the A-Lock Mini Adapter. On their webpage they recommend using Loctite 638 on the barrel to adapter threads - this seems like an odd choice as 638 isn't a thread locker it's a retaining compound for slip fit cylindrical parts.
https://www.a-tec.no/maintenance-and...t-instructions
Any engineers on the forum got any comments on this?
Cheers, Shamus
Yup. An airline pays me to be one and I’ve used 638 for this very task.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shamus_
1) it’s hard to get
2) it’s farken expensive
3) there’s no going back.
It’s a gel with a very short working time. I tried to use it on a PRS A-Tec suppressor that had to be timed because of the integral directional brake. It locked up before I’d finished and I had to ask a local engineering workshop to apply ( lots of ) heat and torque to undo everything so I could start again.
I’ve gone back to normal 243 threadlock for A-Tec mini adapters.
I de-grease thoroughly, apply a good release agent in applicable areas and let everything set for 24 hrs.
I’ve also taken to loctiting the adapters into the suppressor’s, so I can shoot suppressed or braked loads out of the same barrel.
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Thanks mate :thumbsup:
I used 263. They recommend 638 as it is high temp rated. I’m more worried about the quarter turn lock. I have heard about a can flying down range with the A-lock. I check it is thigh and locked every 5 rounds…
Launched by a 7mm RM they’re good for 125m ….Quote:
Originally Posted by tibo
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70+m with a 6.5Saum :D I learnt to check twice the hard wayQuote:
Originally Posted by shift14