FAQ [Frequently Asked Questions]

The different colors either represents the strength of the product or the temperature rating. Refer to the data sheets on our web page for specifics on each material.

Yes, all adhesives will out gas. Our white nylon patch does NOT outgas.

Yes, and a letter of compliance is available for download from the RESOURCES tab on our home page.

Yes, there are two pre-applied products that have a UL approval for potable water systems. Loctite Dri Loc 204 and Loctite 513.

Most orders ship within 2-3 weeks after receipt. HOWEVER WE WILL TRY TO ACCOMMODATE ANY EMERGENCY THAT YOU MAY HAVE.

We are a service company. Our customers send us their fasteners or fittings, and we apply a thread locker or a sealant to the parts, eliminating the need for this to be done at the point of assembly.

No, WE ARE STRICTLY A SERVICE CENTER. Our customers send us their parts, and we apply the THREAD LOCKER OR SEALANTS to them.

No, our Nylon Thread Locker White Patch is a MECHANICAL THREAD LOCKER just like the Pellet OR strip without having to drill or slot the fasteners.

No we do not.

$350.00 for most orders. Some minimums may be higher.

All quoting is priced per ONE Thousand Pieces. For example. $10.00 M

Parts are returned to our customers in the same containers that they came in to us, UNLESS THE BOXES WERE DAMAGED IN SHIPMENT. We accept any type of containers Boxes, Pans, Tubs, Kegs, etc.

Call 630-443-8424 or send an email to coatingpros@bradleygoc.com

CHEMICAL ADHESIVES ACTIVATE UPON INSERTION INTO THE MATING PART. There is a specified cure time before the part will lock up. A Nylon Patch is a Mechanical Thread Locker (THREAD INTERFERENCE). NO CURE TIME IS REQUIRED. Each has its own PROS and CONS so we suggest reviewing the product data sheets AT WWW.BRADLEYGOC.COM or ask one of our technical personnel for assistance.

Mechanical Thread lockers such as the Bradley White Patch are capable of being reused UP TO 5 TIMES WITH REDUCED LOCKING UPON EACH INSERTION. The chemical lockers ARE DESIGNED FOR A SINGLE USE CHEMICALLY BUT MAY PROVIDE SOME MECHIANICAL LOCKING ON REPEATED INSERTION. IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED THAT CHEMICAL THREAD LOCKERS BE REUSED.

The IFI (Industrial Fastener Institute) has testing standards for ENGLISH and Metric external AND INTERNAL thread LOCKING. For more information, see Industry Spec’s on our web site and view IFI: IFI-124, IFI-524, IFI-524, IFI-525, and IFI-155, IFI-160, IFI-555, and IFI-560.

Yes, All incoming material is assigned a tracking number at receipt. This tracking number identifies the shipment and lot number through out the processes. Multiple lot numbers of the same part are kept seperate by assigning them a unique tracking number.

We pride ourselves on returning quotations within one business day. Your quotation will be returned by E-Mail. If you need pricing immediately, CONTACT US BY PHONE OR E-MAIL INDICATING THE URGENCY and a quote will be provided AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE.

Thread Lockers are used whenever there is a requirement that the joint remain together. Vibration and side shock can loosen a joint even with a suitable seating torque. Thread lockers prevent the joint from coming apart.

Yes, We can apply MOST OF OUR PRODUCTS to a variety of internal threads from an M3 (NO 4) and larger.

At this point in time, Our Facilities have consolidated into one Location In Illinois

Yes, We can supply material certifications for the material used on your product and mechanical test data certifications at no extra charge.

Yes, we can supply full Level 3 PPAP’s consisting of a FMEA, Control Plan, Warrant, Material Certification and Flow Chart if necessary.

We understand that samples ARE needed in order to obtain customer approval on the adhesives or sealant we apply. We have a dedicated sample department ready to run your prototype samples per your instructions. We may be able to run up to 100 pieces at no charge (Dependent on part size) for your evaluation. ALL SAMPLES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE BRADLEY GROUP OF COMPANIES, 3635 SWENSON AVENUE, ST CHARLES, IL 60174 ATTN: SAMPLE DEPARTMENT

Please Contact either a member of the sales team, or our quality department in Illinois.

We can remove the products we apply but are not in the business of doing so. We can refer you to companies that do this type of work.

Coverage is usually specified as one to two lead threads uncoated, and one to one and a half times the diameter to be coated. This can vary depending on the size of the fastener, the type of the fastener AND the type of material being applied.

The BRADLEY GOUP OF COMPANIES builds all its own coating equiptment giving us the flexibility to run a greater variety of products. The most common methods of application are either flow coating, roll coating or by spray. Our accuracy is plus or minus ½ thread.

If it is necessary for the parts to be clean or free of oil in order to apply the thread locker, we WILL REMOVE THE oil apply the ADHESIVE, SEALANT OR NYLON and re-oil the parts. Additional wash charge may apply.

Yes, We are ISO certified to the ISO 9001-2015 quality standards. A copy of the most current cert can be downloaded from the RESOURCES tab on our home page.

No

Freight to and from Bradley is the customers responsibility.

We the employees of The Bradley Group of Companies are committed to deliver quality in every product and service which we provide to all of our customers. We will meet customer expectations and applicable legal requirements. We will maintain an environment which encourages us to continuously strive to improve the quality of work & system, both individually and as a team to maintain the loyalty and trust of all our customers.