Thread Locking
Custom Fasteners & Precision Components with Thread Locking
At Pattern Fasteners, we manufacture custom fasteners and precision components with thread locking to improve joint reliability, assembly efficiency, and long-term performance. As part of our in-house manufacturing process, we can supply your components with pre-applied thread-locking patches, tailored precisely to your drawing, specification, or application.
Thread locking patches are a proven solution for preventing loosening caused by vibration, thermal cycling, and dynamic loads, making them ideal for demanding industrial environments where consistency and reliability are critical.
Pre-Applied Thread-Locking Patches
Pre-applied thread locking provides a controlled and repeatable locking function directly on the fastener thread. Unlike liquid threadlockers applied during assembly, these patches are dry to the touch, clean to handle, and ready for immediate installation.
We offer a wide range of thread-locking solutions, including:
- Precote 05 – Light-strength coating for low locking-force applications
- Precote 30 – Low-strength coating designed for easier removal
- Precote 80 – Medium-to-high locking effect with a varnish-like dried coating
- Precote 85 – Higher locking effect for heavily stressed threaded connections
- Anu-Lok 180 – Inert, robust patch suitable for harsh environments
- 180° Nylon locking patch
- 360° Nylon locking patch
Thread-locking patches are available in various colour options and can be applied to suit your functional and visual requirements.
Key Benefits of Thread Locking on Custom Fasteners
- Consistent and repeatable locking torque from part to part
- Clean, dry solution – no liquid application on the assembly line
- Immediate handling and installation
- Reusable in many applications (depending on patch type)
- Suitable for manual or fully automated assembly processes
Thread Locking Options to Suit Your Application
We tailor every thread-locking solution to your exact needs, offering:
- Nylon-based or resin-based thread-locking patches
- Custom patch position, length, and coverage
- Compatibility with carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy fasteners
- Supply to drawing, technical specification, or end-use application
Whether you need vibration resistance, controlled clamp load, or ease of assembly, our team will recommend the most effective thread-locking option for your component.
Why Choose Pattern Fasteners?
- UK-manufactured custom fasteners and precision components
- Fast lead times and reliable delivery
- Full documentation support: 3.1 Material Certificates, Certificates of Conformity, ISIR / PPAP Level 3
- Production from prototype quantities through to 100,000+ parts
- High-accuracy CNC turning and milling
- Rapid quoting – drawings, sketches, or samples accepted
Contact our team today to discuss your application and performance requirements.
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