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	Container Type Container Type


Aerosol Can	Grease Gun Cartridge

Jar	One-Time-Use Pack

Pail	Tube

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

Less than 500° F

500° to 999° F

1,000° to 1,999° F

	Environment Environment

Food and Beverage

Clean Room

	Trade Name Trade Name

Krytox™ EG 2000

LB 8423 Dielectric Grease

Molykote 4 Electrical
Insulating Compound

Molykote 5 Compound

	Lubricant Type Lubricant Type

Grease

Dry-Film Lubricant

	NLGI Viscosity Grade NLGI Viscosity Grade

	Color Color

	Clear
	Gray
	White

	Melting Temperature Melting Temperature

Nonmelting

Not Rated

	Electrical Properties Electrical Properties

Electrical Insulating

Conductive

	Thickener Thickener

PTFE

Silica

	Manufacturer Manufacturer

Chemours

DuPont

Loctite®

	Dielectric Strength Dielectric Strength

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	Minimum Temperature Minimum Temperature

-99° to 0° F

Greater than 0° F

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Container Size Container Size

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Additive Additive

Silicone

Boron Nitride

Ceramic

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

	System of Measurement System of Measurement

Inch

	Thickness Thickness

0.004"

0.01"

	Material Material

Indium

Indium Alloy

	Thermal Conductivity Thermal Conductivity

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About Grease

About Lubricants

Highly pure and with no additives to contaminate sensitive environments, use this grease in clean rooms and electronic assembly workstations. It is nonconductive, chemically inert, and can withstand extreme temperature swings. This long-lasting grease also has an indefinite shelf life.

NLGI viscosity grade is a rating of a grease's consistency. NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range. Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.

		Container
NLGI Viscosity Grade	Base Oil	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Electrical Properties	Dielectric Strength (Electric Field Strength)	Temp. Range, °F	Melting Temp., °F	Color		Each
Chemours Krytox™ EG 2000—PTFE Thickener
2	Synthetic	2	Tube	Electrical Insulating	560V/mil	-30° to 550°	Nonmelting	White	00000000	0000000

Electrical-Insulating Grease

Also known as dielectric grease, use insulating grease to lubricate and protect electrical systems. It resists water and corrosion. This grease can be used on most rubber and plastic.

NLGI viscosity grade is a rating of a grease's consistency. NLGI 1 is about the consistency of tomato paste. NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter. NLGI 3 is about the consistency of vegetable shortening.

Dielectric strength measures the maximum voltage a grease can withstand without losing its insulating properties. The higher the dielectric strength, the better its quality as an insulator.

Grease lubricates most efficiently below the maximum temperature. Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.

Molykote 5 Compound is for use on insulators, bushings, and high-current switches.

Each

		Container
NLGI Viscosity Grade	Base Oil	Size, fl. oz.	Net Weight, oz.	Type	Temp. Range, °F	Melting Temp.	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color		Each
DuPont Molykote 5 Compound—Silica Thickener
3	Synthetic	5.3	__	Tube	-65° to 450°	Not Rated	545	Gray	0000000	000000
Loctite® LB 8423 Dielectric Grease—Silica Thickener
3	Synthetic	0.3	__	Tube	-65° to 400°	Not Rated	500	Clear	0000000	0000
Silica Thickener
1	Synthetic	5.3	__	Tube	-50° to 400°	Not Rated	385	White	0000000	00000
1	Synthetic	14	__	Grease Gun Cartridge	-50° to 400°	Not Rated	385	White	0000000	00000
1	Synthetic	16	__	Jar	-50° to 400°	Not Rated	385	White	0000000	00000
2	Synthetic	__	0.17	One-Time-Use Pack	-40° to 400°	Not Rated	830	White	0000000	0000
2	Synthetic	5.3	__	Tube	-40° to 400°	Nonmelting	830	White	0000000	00000
2	Synthetic	14	__	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40° to 400°	Nonmelting	830	White	0000000	00000

Package

		Container
NLGI Viscosity Grade	Base Oil	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Temp. Range, °F	Melting Temp.	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 5 Compound—Silica Thickener
3	Synthetic	5.3	Tube	-65° to 450°	Not Rated	545	Gray	12	00000000	0000000
Silica Thickener
1	Synthetic	5.3	Tube	-50° to 400°	Not Rated	385	White	12	00000000	000000
1	Synthetic	16	Jar	-50° to 400°	Not Rated	385	White	16	00000000	000000
2	Synthetic	5.3	Tube	-40° to 400°	Nonmelting	830	White	12	00000000	000000

Food Industry Electrical-Insulating Grease

Use this grease in areas where there is the possibility of contact with food. Also known as dielectric grease, it lubricates and protects electrical systems. It resists water and corrosion. This grease can be used on most rubber and plastic.

NLGI viscosity grade is a rating of a grease's consistency. NLGI 1 is about the consistency of tomato paste. NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter. Dielectric strength measures the maximum voltage a grease can withstand without losing its insulating properties. The higher the dielectric strength, the better its quality as an insulator.

Grease that is NSF Registered H1 and grease that meets FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570 are rated for incidental contact with food. Grease that meets NSF/ANSI 51 and FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300 are rated for direct contact with food. Grease that meets NSF/ANSI 61 is certified for use with components that come into contact with drinking water.

Grease lubricates most efficiently below the maximum temperature. Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.

DuPont Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound also acts as a moisture barrier.

Each

			Container
NLGI Viscosity Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Net Weight, lbs.	Type	Temp. Range, °F	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color	Specifications Met		Each
DuPont Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound—Silica Thickener
1	Synthetic	__	__	8	Pail	-40° to 400°	450	White	SAE AS8660, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 51	0000000	0000000
1	Synthetic	__	5.3	__	Tube	-40° to 400°	450	White	SAE AS8660, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 51	0000000	00000
Silica Thickener
1	Synthetic	Silicone	1	__	Tube	-40° to 400°	350	Clear	NSF Registered H1	0000000	0000
1	Synthetic	Silicone	4	__	Tube	-40° to 400°	350	Clear	NSF Registered H1	0000000	00000
Nonmelting Grease without Thickener
2	Synthetic	Silicone	3	__	Tube	-40° to 500°	400	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	0000000	00000
2	Synthetic	Silicone	14.1	__	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40° to 500°	400	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	0000000	00000

Package

			Container
NLGI Viscosity Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Temp. Range, °F	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color	Specifications Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound—Silica Thickener
1	Synthetic	__	5.3	Tube	-40° to 400°	450	White	SAE AS8660, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 51	12	00000000	0000000
Silica Thickener
1	Synthetic	Silicone	4	Tube	-40° to 400°	350	Clear	NSF Registered H1	12	00000000	000000
Nonmelting Grease without Thickener
2	Synthetic	Silicone	3	Tube	-40° to 500°	400	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	12	0000000	000000
2	Synthetic	Silicone	14.1	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40° to 500°	400	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	12	0000000	000000

Dry-Film Lubricants

These lubricants go on wet for easy application. Once dry, they form a nonstick film that won't attract dust. Use them for general purpose lubricating in most applications.

Lubricants with boron nitride resist corrosion from salt water and won’t wash off. Lubricants with ceramic are often used in extreme-temperature applications, such as welding, metal processing, and glassmaking. Dilute 1-gallon pail with water before using.

Container					Each		Package
Size	Net Weight	Type	Additive	Temp. Range, °F		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Lubricants
__	13 oz.	Aerosol Can	Boron Nitride, Ceramic	32° to 1560°	00000000	000000	12	000000000	0000000
1 gal.	__	Pail	Boron Nitride, Ceramic	32° to 1560°	00000000	000000	__	000000	00

Heat-Transfer Foil

Made of indium, this foil is more thermally conductive than thermal interface materials (TIMs) made of plastic. By efficiently pulling heat away from components that produce heat, such as CPUs, this foil lets you use smaller forced cooling systems to extend battery life. It’s also softer and more ductile than paste and putty, covering surfaces better to minimize airflow gaps and increase heat flow. Unlike paste and grease, this foil won’t leach out from between surfaces over time, nor will it dry out and lose effectiveness. It’s clean, easy to install and reposition, and requires no surface preparation. Foil is corrosion resistant and doesn’t need special storage.

Foil with 48% tin has greater tensile and shear strength than foil without tin, but is less thermally conductive.

							Each		Package
Thickness	Tensile Strength, psi	Shear Strength, lbs./sq. in.	Maximum Temperature, °F	Thermal Conductivity @ Temperature	Electrical Resistivity	For Use Outdoors		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
2" × 2"
Indium
0.004"	270	890	255°	86 W/m-K @ 185° F	7.2×10⁶ ohms-cm	No	0000000	000000	20	0000000	0000000
0.01"	270	890	255°	86 W/m-K @ 185° F	7.2×10⁶ ohms-cm	No	0000000	00000	20	0000000	000000
Indium Alloy (48% Tin)
0.004"	1,730	1,620	190°	34 W/m-K @ 185° F	1.5×10⁵ohms-cm	No	0000000	00000	20	0000000	000000
0.01"	1,730	1,620	190°	34 W/m-K @ 185° F	1.5×10⁵ohms-cm	No	0000000	00000	20	0000000	000000