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I know they're not the same, but I've used them both for the same reasons: (Thread lock = Loctite)

Protecting threads from rust and corrosion, and to make sure I can remove assemblies easily in the future.

I'm not fond of the way Thread locked fasteners feel when you remove them.

You can chase them, but they always feel sticky to me, coming out or going in.

I find it a PIA to clean threads that have been Thread locked. But it does work

Takes some joy out of the process though.

My KTM requires thread lock on many fasteners.

I like to use copper and nickle anti seize.

In Thread lock I have low strength, med strength, Oil resistant (Specified by KTM #243) and Permanent. I read there is a new orange product that is strong as red (permanent) but comes off like blue (med). I'm very excited about this

I am easily amused.

If I don't have a torque spec for a fastener specifically for lubricated or thread locked fasteners, I reduce the tightening torque.

Any thoughts?

They are very different things. I essence, anti-seize makes sure you can get things apart when you want to, thread lock ensures that things don't come apart when you don't want them to. Anti seize won't stop a fastener from working loose. Thread lock won't stop a fastener from seizing, corroding or galling.It isn't a good idea to use one insted of the other, each has it's place.

Neither thread lock or antiseize should effect the specified torque setting for a particular fastening.

Rob

Rob Frankham wrote: ↑Thu Mar 04, 2021 5:57 amNeither thread lock or antiseize should effect the specified torque setting for a particular fastening.

Maybe not the specified torque, but it does affect the value you target on your torque wrench, right? If a fastener requires 25 ft-lbs and has antiseize or even has oil on the threads, the target torque should be 20-25% lower than specified.

Kurt in S.A.