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Food and Beverage Grease


Aerosol Can	Can	Pail

Tube	Grease Gun Cartridge

Use this grease in food-processing and preparation areas.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

Silica Thickener—Grease with silica thickener has excellent heat and moisture resistance and good oxidation resistance.

2 NLGI Grade—NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter.

Synthetic Oil Base—Synthetic-oil-based grease lasts longer than mineral-oil-based grease and generally withstands a wider range of temperatures.

PTFE Additive—Grease with PTFE has small particles of PTFE that reduce friction and help the grease maintain its lubricity.

Nonmelting—Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.

NSF Registered H1—Grease that is NSF Registered H1 is rated for incidental contact with food.

NSF/ANSI 61—Grease that meets NSF/ANSI 61 is certified for use with components that come into contact with drinking water.

Melting Temperature—Melting temperature is the point at which grease will fail and run out of equipment, leaving it to run dry.

Cannot Be Sold To—Grease cannot be sold to the listed areas due to product regulations.

				Container			Temp., ° F						Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Net Wt.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Color	Food Industry Std.	Cannot Be Sold To		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Silica Thickener



		2	Synthetic Oil	—	8	—	Tube	-40	400	Nonmelting	White	NSF/ANSI 61	—	2982K22	000000	12	2982K221	0000000


		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	—	11 oz.	Aerosol Can	-45	450	Not Rated	White	NSF Registered H1	California, New York	1378K32	00000	12	1378K322	000000
		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	—	5 lb.	Pail	-45	450	Not Rated	White	NSF Registered H1	—	1378K35	000000	4	1378K351	000000
		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	0.5	—	Tube	-45	450	Not Rated	White	NSF Registered H1	—	1378K27	0000	12	1378K271	00000
		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	3	—	Tube	-45	450	Not Rated	White	NSF Registered H1	—	1378K31	0000	12	1378K312	00000
		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	14	—	Can	-45	450	Not Rated	White	NSF Registered H1	—	1378K34	00000	12	1378K342	000000
		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	14	—	Grease Gun Cartridge	-45	450	Not Rated	White	NSF Registered H1	—	1378K33	00000	12	1378K332	000000

Food and Beverage Seal and O-Ring Grease


Single-Use Packet	Pail	Tube	Grease Gun Cartridge

This grease meets NSF/ANSI Standard 51 and FDA 21 CFR 175.300 for direct contact with food and NSF/ANSI Standard 61 for use with components that come into contact with drinking water. Formulated with silica thickener and silicone rubber, it resists washing away and has excellent resistance to wear. Apply directly to seals and O-rings to prevent drying and cracking.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

3.5 NLGI Grade—NLGI 3.5 is between the consistency of vegetable shortening and frozen yogurt.

				Container			Temp., ° F					Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Net Wt.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Color	Food Industry Std.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 111 Compound—Silica Thickener



		3.5	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	—	0.2 oz.	Single-Use Packet	-40	395	Not Rated	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61	———	0	100	1204K511	0000000


		3.5	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	—	8 lb.	Pail	-40	395	Not Rated	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61	1204K38	0000000	—	———	0
		3.5	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	5.3	—	Tube	-40	395	Not Rated	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61	1204K32	00000	12	1204K322	000000
		3.5	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	14	—	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40	395	Not Rated	White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61	1204K35	00000	10	1204K351	000000

High-Vacuum Seal and O-Ring Grease


Pail	Tube

A firm consistency and resistance to evaporation make this grease ideal for high-vacuum applications, such as flow meters, vacuum and pressure systems, and laboratory equipment. Apply directly to seals and O-rings to prevent drying and cracking.

Grease lubricates most efficiently below the maximum temperature.

3.5 NLGI Grade—NLGI 3.5 is between the consistency of vegetable shortening and frozen yogurt.

Nonmelting—Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.

Melting Temperature—Melting temperature is the point at which grease will fail and run out of equipment, leaving it to run dry.

			Container			Temp., ° F					Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Size, fl. oz.	Net Wt., lb.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Max. Vacuum @ Temp.	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote High Vacuum Grease—Silica Thickener



		3.5	Synthetic Oil	—	8	Pail	-40	400	Nonmelting	1× 10^-6 Torr @ 72° F	White	2966K58	0000000	—	———	0


		3.5	Synthetic Oil	5.3	—	Tube	-40	400	Nonmelting	1× 10^-6 Torr @ 72° F	White	2966K52	00000	12	2966K521	0000000

Food and Beverage Electrically Insulating Grease


Pail	Tube

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.

Grease lubricates most efficiently below the maximum temperature.

1 NLGI Grade—NLGI 1 is about the consistency of tomato paste.

FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300—Grease that meets FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300 is rated for direct contact with food.

NSF Registered H1—Grease that is NSF Registered H1 is rated for incidental contact with food.

NSF/ANSI 51—Grease that meets NSF/ANSI 51 is rated for direct contact with food.

NSF/ANSI 61—Grease that meets NSF/ANSI 61 is certified for use with components that come into contact with drinking water.

Dielectric Strength—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.

				Container								Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Net Wt., lb.	Type	Temp. Range, ° F	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color	Specs. Met	Food Industry Std.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound—Silica Thickener



		1	Synthetic Oil	—	—	8	Pail	-40 to 400	450	White	SAE AS8660	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61	1204K18	0000000	—	———	0


		1	Synthetic Oil	—	5.3	—	Tube	-40 to 400	450	White	SAE AS8660	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61	1204K12	00000	12	1204K121	0000000


		Silica Thickener



				1	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	1	—	Tube	-40 to 400	350	Clear	—	NSF Registered H1	1418K51	0000	—	———	0


				1	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	4	—	Tube	-40 to 400	350	Clear	—	NSF Registered H1	1418K53	00000	12	1418K531	000000

Electrically Insulating Grease


Single-Use Packet	Tube	Grease Gun Cartridge	Jar

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.

Grease lubricates most efficiently below the maximum temperature.

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

1 NLGI Grade—NLGI 1 is about the consistency of tomato paste.

2 NLGI Grade—NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter.

3 NLGI Grade—NLGI 3 is about the consistency of vegetable shortening.

Nonmelting—Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.

			Container			Temp., ° F					Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Size, fl. oz.	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 5 Compound—Silica Thickener



		3	Synthetic Oil	5.3	—	Tube	-65	450	Not Rated	545	Gray	4328T11	000000	12	4328T111	0000000


		Loctite® LB 8423 Dielectric Grease—Silica Thickener



				3	Synthetic Oil	0.3	—	Tube	-65	400	Not Rated	500	Clear	1821A55	0000	—	———	0


				Silica Thickener



						1	Synthetic Oil	5.3	—	Tube	-50	400	Not Rated	385	White	1418K31	00000	12	1418K311	000000


						1	Synthetic Oil	14	—	Grease Gun Cartridge	-50	400	Not Rated	385	White	1418K32	00000	—	———	0
						1	Synthetic Oil	16	—	Jar	-50	400	Not Rated	385	White	1418K33	00000	16	1418K331	000000
						2	Synthetic Oil	—	0.17	Single-Use Packet	-40	400	Not Rated	830	White	1418K29	0000	—	———	0
						2	Synthetic Oil	5.3	—	Tube	-40	400	Nonmelting	830	White	1418K35	00000	12	1418K351	000000
						2	Synthetic Oil	14	—	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40	400	Nonmelting	830	White	1418K36	00000	—	———	0

Seal and O-Ring Grease

Pail

Apply directly to seals and O-rings to extend service life by preventing drying and cracking.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

Jet-Lube Ezy-Open Liquid—Jet-Lube Ezy-Open is a grease-like liquid that contains detergent and PTFE additives to clean more effectively than grease while it lubricates. Since it is a liquid, it does not have a NLGI viscosity grade, but is less viscous than anything else in our offering.

Silica Thickener—Grease with silica thickener resists washing off and reduces corrosion in wet environments.

Synthetic Oil Base—Synthetic-oil-based grease lasts longer than mineral-oil-based grease and withstands a wider range of temperatures.

PTFE Additive—Grease with PTFE has small particles of PTFE that reduce friction and help the grease maintain its lubricity.

Melting Temperature—Melting temperature is the point at which grease will fail and run out of equipment, leaving it to run dry.

			Container		Temp., ° F
	Base Oil	Additive	Net Wt., lb.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Color		Each
Jet-Lube Ezy-Open Liquid—Silica Thickener



		Synthetic Oil	PTFE	35	Pail	-10	400	Not Rated	Amber	8150T42	0000000

High-Pressure Food and Beverage Grease

Grease

Gun

Cartridge

This grease remains stable and in place under high pressure, heavy loads, and shock loads. It's often used to lubricate heavy-duty food production equipment.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

Silica Thickener—Grease with silica thickener has excellent heat and moisture resistance and good oxidation resistance.

2 NLGI Grade—NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter.

PTFE Additive—Grease with PTFE has small particles of PTFE that reduce friction and help the grease maintain its lubricity.

NSF Registered H1—Grease that is NSF Registered H1 is rated for incidental contact with food.

Melting Temperature—Melting temperature is the point at which grease will fail and run out of equipment, leaving it to run dry.

Weld Load—Weld load measures a grease's ability to withstand pressure in kilograms of force (kgf). The higher the rating, the more pressure the grease can withstand.

				Container		Temp., ° F
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Weld Load, kgf	Color	Food Industry Std.		Each
Loctite® LB 8632 ViperLube—Silica Thickener



		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	14.1	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40	420	Not Rated	160	White	NSF Registered H1	1821A561	000000

Moisture-Resistant Grease


Pail	Tube

Formulated to adhere to metal parts and stay in place in wet environments, this grease is commonly used in pulp and paper manufacturing and water management facilities.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

Silica Thickener—Grease with silica thickener has excellent heat resistance and good oxidation resistance.

2 NLGI Grade—NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter.

Synthetic Oil Base—Synthetic-oil-based grease lasts longer than mineral-oil-based grease and generally withstands a wider range of temperatures.

PTFE Additive—Grease with PTFE has small particles of PTFE that reduce friction and help the grease maintain its lubricity.

Melting Temperature—Melting temperature is the point at which grease will fail and run out of equipment, leaving it to run dry.

				Container			Temp., ° F				Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Net Wt., lb.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp., ° F	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Silica Thickener



		2	Synthetic Oil	—	—	8	Pail	-20	400	Not Rated	White	1286K85	0000000	—	———	0


		2	Synthetic Oil	—	4	—	Tube	-20	400	Not Rated	White	1286K84	00000	12	1286K842	0000000
		2	Synthetic Oil	—	8	—	Tube	-20	400	Not Rated	White	1286K11	00000	12	1286K112	000000
		2	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	—	30	Pail	-45	450	550	White	1378K36	000000	—	———	0

Moisture-Resistant Seal and O-Ring Grease

Thickened with silica, this heavy grease clings to parts so it won't wash off in wet environments. Apply directly to plastic and rubber seals and O-rings to prevent drying and cracking.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

3 NLGI Grade—NLGI 3 is about the consistency of vegetable shortening.

			Container		Temp., ° F				Each		Package
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 112 High Performance—Silica Thickener



		3	Synthetic Oil	5.3	Tube	-40	450	Not Rated	White	1204K42	000000	12	1204K421	0000000

Adjustable-Flow Grease Dispensers

For more control over the flow rate of your grease, choose these gas-driven dispensers over spring-driven dispensers. Their continuous flow automatically adjusts based on the dispensing duration you set on their dial (from one to 12 months). Because you control when they’ll empty, these dispensers make it easy to plan maintenance. To prevent over-lubrication when your machine is down, turn the dial to zero to cut off flow without uninstalling the dispenser. They’re best for applications with consistent temperatures, so the viscosity of the grease won’t change how quickly it flows. All have a clear bowl so it's easy to monitor the grease level.

Rated IP68, these dispensers seal out dust and water from temporary submersion. They’re ATEX certified for use where explosive gases and dust could be present, such as mines and oil refineries.

Grease-Filled Dispensers


	Flow-Adjustment Time-Set Dial

Grease-filled dispensers are ready to go right out of the box, so they're faster to install. They eliminate the mess of filling and keep out contaminants because you throw them away when empty. Grease-filled dispensers also reduce the chance you’ll fill a lubrication point with the wrong grease.

Silica Grease Thickener—Grease with a silica thickener has excellent heat resistance and good oxidation resistance. It also resists washing off and reduces corrosion in wet environments.

PTFE Lubricant Additive—Grease with a PTFE additive reduces friction and helps the grease maintain its lubricity.

NSF Registered H1—NSF registered H1 dispensers come with grease that’s safe for incidental contact with food.

									Grease Outlet
	Cap., fl. oz.	For NLGI Consistency Grade	Grease Color	Flow Rate, fl oz/day	Flow Adjustment Mechanism	Max. Grease Outlet Pressure, psi	Bowl Dia.	Overall Ht.	Gender	Thread Type	Pipe Size	Max. Distance from Lubrication Point, ft.	Hazardous Location Rating	Certification	Food Industry Std.		Each
Silica Grease Thickener with PTFE Lubricant Additive



		2	2	White	0.006 to 0.065	Time-Set Dial	73	2 1/8"	3 1/8"	Male	BSPP	1/4	3	ATEX I M1 Ex Ia I Ma ATEX II 1 D Ex Ia IIIC T80° C Da ATEX II 1 G Ex Ia IIC T6 Ga IEC Zone 0 Groups IIC, IIB, IIA IEC Zone 20 Groups IIIC, IIIB, IIIA	CE Marked	NSF Registered H1	4209N32	000000


		4 1/8	2	White	0.012 to 0.135	Time-Set Dial	73	2 1/8"	4 1/2"	Male	BSPP	1/4	3	ATEX I M1 Ex Ia I Ma ATEX II 1 D Ex Ia IIIC T80° C Da ATEX II 1 G Ex Ia IIC T6 Ga IEC Zone 0 Groups IIC, IIB, IIA IEC Zone 20 Groups IIIC, IIIB, IIIA	CE Marked	NSF Registered H1	4209N21	00000

Accessories for Grease Dispensers

Grease Fitting Adapters


Reducing Adapter	45° Elbow Adapter	90° Elbow Adapter

Grease Fitting Adapters—Grease fitting adapters let you connect these dispensers to your lubrication point if they're different.

Fitting Type	Shape	Material	Connection		Each
Adapter	45° Elbow	Steel	1/4 BSPP Male × 1/4 BSPP Female	3176K61	000000
Adapter	90° Elbow	Steel	1/4 BSPP Male × 1/4 BSPP Female	3176K62	00000
Reducing Adapter	Straight	Steel	1/2 BSPP Male × 1/4 BSPP Female	3176K64	00000
Reducing Adapter	Straight	Steel	3/8 BSPP Male × 1/4 BSPP Female	3176K63	00000

ID
Inch	Metric, mm	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Material	Temp. Range, ° F	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
2" to 2 3/16"	51 to 56	2 5/16"	15/16"	3 1/8"	Nylon	20 to 180	UL 2239	1	30075T214	00000