Technical Data Sheet

LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™

Known as FMS™
August-2014

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1. Apply LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™ with a clean, lint free,
LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™ provides the following product cotton wiping cloth. Wet the cloth with LOCTITE®
characteristics: FREKOTE FMS™ until it is damp but not dripping.
Technology Mold Release 2. Wipe a smooth, wet film over the entire mold surface. For
Appearance Clear, colorlessLMS larger molds, apply LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™ to the
Chemical Type Solvent Based Polymer surface one section at a time starting at one end and
Odor Hydrocarbon working towards the other. Using a clean cloth, wipe off
Cure Room temperature cure
the area that was just treated to obtain a smooth thin wet
Application Mold Sealer
layer.
Application 13 to 35 °C
3. Allow a minimum of 15 minutes before applying next coat.
Temperature
New molds require 1 to 2 coats of sealer.
Specific Benefit ● High gloss finish
4. NOTE: Changes in temperature will affect solvent dry
● Easy application time. At temperatures below 18°C, waiting time between
● Fast curing wiping on and drying off can be slightly longer than 20
● Eliminates seconds. At higher then normal temperatures (greater
Porosity/Microporosity then 35°C) the wait time is significantly reduced and can
● Seals "green" molds and be as quick as 1 to 2 seconds. In these conditions it is
repaired areas also advisable to reduce your wipe area to eliminate
streaking due to the increased solvent evaporation and
polymer cure times. A general guideline is to wait until the
LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™ is formulated specifically as a edges of the wiped area begins to creep inwards
sealer for fiberglass reinforced polyester, epoxy and other indicating the evaporation has just begun. Wipe from the
composite molds commonly used in the fiberglass molding outside and slowly work your way towards the center.
industry. LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™ must be used when Light hand pressure is all that is needed. No hard rubbing
using green, or new, molds with microporosity and other slight required. change cloth frequently to ensure proper drying
of the mold. On small molds, allow up to 15 minutes
surface imperfections.
between coats. If one coat takes more than 15 minutes,
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL simply go back to starting point and begin to apply next
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 0.757 to 0.771LMS coat. .
Flash Point - See SDS 5. Allow the final coat to cure for 20 minutes at 20°C.
Loctite Material SpecificationLMS
GENERAL INFORMATION LMS dated February -07, 2007. Test reports for each batch
are available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
include selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.
controls are in place to assure product quality and
For safe handling information on this product, consult the consistency. Special customer specification requirements may
Safety Data Sheet (SDS). be coordinated through Henkel Quality.

Mold Preparation
Cleaning:
Mold surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned and dried. All traces
of prior release must be removed. This may be accomplished
by using Loctite® Frekote® PMC or other suitable cleaner.
Loctite® Frekote® 915WB™ or light abrasives can be used for
heavy build-up.
Full curing of green/new molds is highly recommended to
ensure optimal performance of the sealer.
Directions for use:
 TDS LOCTITE® FREKOTE FMS™, August-2014

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and use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation specifically
The product is classified as flammable and must be stored in disclaims all warranties expressed or implied, including warranties of
an appropriate manner in compliance with relevant merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, arising from sale or use
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including lost profits. The discussion herein of various processes or
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greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties. recommend that each prospective user test his proposed application before
repetitive use, using this data as a guide. This product may be covered by one or
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Customer Service Representive. Reference 0.0
Conversions
(°C x 1.8) + 32 = °F
kV/mm x 25.4 = V/mil
mm / 25.4 = inches
µm / 25.4 = mil
N x 0.225 = lb
N/mm x 5.71 = lb/in
N/mm² x 145 = psi
MPa x 145 = psi
N·m x 8.851 = lb·in
N·m x 0.738 = lb·ft
N·mm x 0.142 = oz·in
mPa·s = cP
Note:
The information provided in this Technical Data Sheet (TDS) including the
recommendations for use and application of the product are based on our
knowledge and experience of the product as at the date of this TDS. The product
can have a variety of different applications as well as differing application and
working conditions in your environment that are beyond our control. Henkel is,
therefore, not liable for the suitability of our product for the production processes
and conditions in respect of which you use them, as well as the intended
applications and results. We strongly recommend that you carry out your own
prior trials to confirm such suitability of our product.
Any liability in respect of the information in the Technical Data Sheet or any other
written or oral recommendation(s) regarding the concerned product is excluded,
except if otherwise explicitly agreed and except in relation to death or personal
injury caused by our negligence and any liability under any applicable mandatory
product liability law.

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In case Henkel would be nevertheless held liable, on whatever legal ground,
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disclaimer is applicable:
The information provided in this Technical Data Sheet (TDS) including the
recommendations for use and application of the product are based on our
knowledge and experience of the product as at the date of this TDS. Henkel is,
therefore, not liable for the suitability of our product for the production processes
and conditions in respect of which you use them, as well as the intended
applications and results. We strongly recommend that you carry out your own
prior trials to confirm such suitability of our product.
Any liability in respect of the information in the Technical Data Sheet or any other
written or oral recommendation(s) regarding the concerned product is excluded,
except if otherwise explicitly agreed and except in relation to death or personal
injury caused by our negligence and any liability under any applicable mandatory
product liability law.

In case products are delivered by Henkel Corporation, Resin Technology

Group, Inc., or Henkel Canada Corporation, the following disclaimer is
applicable:
The data contained herein are furnished for information only and are believed to
be reliable. We cannot assume responsibility for the results obtained by others
over whose methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production methods mentioned
herein and to adopt such precautions as may be advisable for the protection of

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