What is Loctite 460?
Loctite 460 is a low viscosity, low odour, low bloom instant adhesive designed for close-fitting parts where appearance and vapour control are important. It is low viscosity and an ultra-fast set on most materials, making it suitable for cosmetic assemblies, small plastics, metals and rubbers. Its low odour formulation also makes the workplace comfortable and reduces the need for ventilation.
Why do people search for alternatives of Loctite 460?
Price: Loctite 460 can be relatively expensive, depending on your supplier and pack size.
Availability: Availability may vary depending on your location and stock held by your nearest distributor.
Limited Larger Pack Sizes: Volume users can be left paying a premium when larger pack sizes are unavailable or difficult to source, forcing them to purchase multiple smaller packs at a much higher cost per gram.
Nextite offers a cost effective alternative designed for similar applications, with competitive pricing, small and large pack sizes available (20g/25mL, 50g, 500g), volume pricing, fast dispatch and Australia wide shipping. Customers also have access to technical support making it easier to choose the right adhesive for the application.
Best alternative for Loctite 460
Based on our internal testing, customer feedback and ongoing demand, NEXTITE 560 has become our widely used replacement for Loctite 460. Developed to deliver comparable performance, NEXTITE 560 provides a reliable alternative for applications where Loctite 460 is commonly used.
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| Product | NEXTITE 560 | Loctite® 460 |
| Price | $$ | $$$$ |
| Type | Alkoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate | Alkoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate |
| Features | Low Odour/ Low Bloom | Low Odour/ Low Bloom |
| Colour | Colourless Liquid | Colourless Liquid |
| Viscosity | 30 to 50 CPS | 25 to 55 CPS |
| Lap Shear Strength Aluminium | 16.0 N/mm² | 18.0 N/mm² |
| Shelf Life | 18 months | 18 months |
Please note these values are approximate. Testing methods can vary depending on the application or conditions. For exact specifications, refer to our technical data sheet. If you have any questions or need advice, feel free to contact us directly.
Questions About Alternatives for Loctite 460?
Our adhesive specialists can help with any questions about our Loctite 460 alternative, including helping you find the best alternative for Loctite® 460 based on the specifics of your adhesive application. We have been in the adhesives industry for over 25 years and can use our experience to advise companies of all types and sizes.
Loctite® is a registered trademark of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. NEXTITE Adhesives is not affiliated with Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. All names and part numbers are used for comparison purposes only.

