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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

Seal and O-Ring Grease


Pail	Tube

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.

Molykote 55 O-Ring Grease—DuPont Molykote 55 O-Ring Grease is silicone-based, so it can be used with most rubbers and plastics. Not recommended for use with silicone rubber, polycarbonate, or ABS.

Lithium Thickener—Grease with lithium thickener offers good heat and moisture 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 withstands a wider range of temperatures.

Molybdenum Disulfide Additive—Grease with molybdenum disulfide has excellent resistance to wear and can withstand high-load and high-pressure applications.

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.
DuPont Molykote 55 O-Ring Grease—Lithium Thickener



		2	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide	—	8	Pail	-85	350	425	White	1325K58	0000000	—	———	0


		2	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide	3.5	—	Tube	-85	350	425	White	1325K54	00000	10	1325K541	0000000

Penetrating Lubricants

Cut through dirt, grease, and rust, loosen stuck fasteners, and protect tools and equipment with these thin, multipurpose lubricants.

LPS


Aerosol Can

LPS Silicone—LPS Silicone dries to leave a clear, dry film that protects and lubricates. These silicone lubricants are NSF registered H1 for incidental food contact.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber are clear, have excellent moisture resistance, and can be used on most rubber and plastic.

Cannot Be Sold To—Lubricants that cannot be sold to the listed areas are restricted due to import regulations, product labeling requirements, or regulatory limits on VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

	Container				Temp., ° F				Each		Package
	Size, gal.	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.	Food Industry Std.	Cannot Be Sold To		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
LPS Silicone



		—	13	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-40	390	NSF Registered H1	Outside United States	13805K53	000000	12	13805K532	0000000


		5	—	Pail	Silicone Rubber	-40	390	NSF Registered H1	Outside United States	13805K54	000000	—	———	0

DuPont


Aerosol Can

DuPont® Silicone Lubricant—DuPont® Silicone Lubricant repels moisture and is nonstaining.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber are clear, have excellent moisture resistance, and can be used on most rubber and plastic.

Boron Nitride Additive—Lubricants with boron nitride last long and cure to a semi-dry film that resists corrosion from salt water and won’t wash off.

	Container			Temp., ° F		Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont® Silicone Lubricant



		14	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber, Boron Nitride	-40	400	8710T703	000000	6	8710T74	000000


Aerosol Can

3M Silicone—3M Silicone dries fast and is nonstaining.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber are clear, have excellent moisture resistance, and can be used on most rubber and plastic.

	Container			Temp., ° F		Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
3M Silicone



		12 3/4	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	25	350	31155K366	000000	12	31155K367	0000000

Loctite®


Tube

LB 8801 Silicone—Loctite® LB 8801 Silicone seals, lubricates, protects, waterproofs, and electrically insulates equipment.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber are clear, have excellent moisture resistance, and can be used on most rubber and plastic.

	Container			Temp., ° F		Each		Package
	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
LB 8801 Silicone



		5.3	Tube	Silicone Rubber	-55	400	10255K63	000000	12	10255K632	0000000

Food and Beverage Penetrating Lubricants

Aerosol

Can

For use in food-processing and preparation areas, these thin, multipurpose lubricants are NSF registered H1 for incidental food contact. Use them to cut through dirt, grease, and rust, loosen stuck fasteners, and protect tools and equipment.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber are clear, have excellent water resistance, and can be used on rubber. Not for use on painted surfaces.

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

	Container						Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Temp. Range, ° F	Food Industry Std.	Cannot Be Sold To		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Sprayon LU 210 Food Grade Dry Silicone



		10	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-40 to 450	NSF Registered H1	—	1155K41	000000	12	1155K42	0000000


		Other Penetrating Lubricants



				11	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-55 to 390	NSF Registered H1	California, New York	1408K34	00000	12	1408K343	000000

Dry-Film Lubricants

Aerosol

Can

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.

Molykote 557 Silicone Dry Film—DuPont Molykote 557 Silicone Dry Film is often used on blades to keep them sharp longer.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber are clear, have excellent water resistance, and can be used on most rubber and plastic.

	Container				Each		Package
	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Additive	Temp., ° F		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 557 Silicone Dry Film



		11	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-40 to 110	1254K12	000000	12	1254K121	0000000

Food and Beverage Dry-Film Lubricants

Use these NSF registered H1 lubricants in food-processing and preparation areas with a risk of incidental food contact. They form a nonstick film that won't attract contaminants, such as flour.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber can be used with plastic.

	Container					Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Temp., ° F	Food Industry Std.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Sprayon LU 211 Food Grade Dry Silicone



		13 1/4	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-40 to 450	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	1155K36	000000	12	1155K37	0000000

Chemical-Resistant Seal and O-Ring Grease


Tube	Grease Gun Cartridge

Fluorocarbon and fluoropolymer thickeners add chemical resistance to this grease. It remains intact when exposed to water and most solvents and chemicals. Apply directly to plastic and rubber seals and O-rings to prevent drying and cracking.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

2.5 NLGI Grade—NLGI 2.5 is between the consistencies of peanut butter and vegetable shortening.

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

Molybdenum Disulfide Additive—Grease with molybdenum disulfide has excellent resistance to wear and can withstand high-load and high-pressure applications.

PTFE Additive—Grease with PTFE has small particles of PTFE that reduce friction and help the grease maintain its lubricity. It’s not for use with ketones, such as acetone and MEK.

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.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp., ° F	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
DuPont Molykote 3452 Chemical Resistant—Fluorocarbon Thickener



		2.5	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide	3.5	Tube	-20	450	570	White	1252K67	0000000	10	1252K671	000000000


		2.5	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide	19.4	Grease Gun Cartridge	-20	450	570	White	1252K66	000000	—	———	0


		Fluoropolymer Thickener



				3	Synthetic Oil	PTFE	3.5	Tube	-20	450	570	White	1252K71	00000	12	1252K72	000000

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

Overhead Door Dry-Film Lubricants

Spray these wear-resistant lubricants on rollers, hinges, and tracks of overhead doors to reduce friction and noise.

Silicone Rubber Additive—These silicone rubber lubricants repel water for use outdoors. Once dry, they form a thin lubricating layer that won’t rub off or attract dust.

	Container				Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Temp., ° F		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Lubricants



		9.3	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	0 to 120	2297N11	00000	12	2297N12	000000

Electrically and Thermally Conductive Grease

Syringe

A high silver content gives this grease excellent conductivity for applications where electricity and heat transfer are required. It is suitable for ESD (electrostatic discharge) and EMI (electromagnetic interference) shielding applications.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

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

Electrical Resistivity—Electrical resistivity is a measure of how well a material opposes the flow of electricity. The lower the rating, the more electricity it conducts.

Thermal Conductivity—Thermal conductivity measures a material’s ability to transfer heat. The higher the rating, the more heat it transfers.

Cannot Be Sold To—Product regulations restrict sales to the listed jurisdictions/areas.

				Container		Temp., ° F
	NLGI Consistency Grade	Base Oil	Additive	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp., ° F	Electrical Resistivity	Thermal Conductivity, BTU⋅in/(hr⋅ft²⋅°F)	Color	Cannot Be Sold To		Each
Silicone Rubber Thickener



		Not Rated	Synthetic Oil	Silver	0.2	Syringe	-70	485	490	0.010Ω⋅cm	40	Silver	Outside United States and Canada	1219K55	000000

Seal and O-Ring Oil

Apply directly to seals and O-rings to extend service life by preventing drying and cracking. This oil can be used with virtually any rubber polymer, including Buna-N and neoprene.

Viscosity is the thickness of an oil. Rated at 100,000 centistokes (cSt), this oil has the consistency of honey, so it stays in place.

		Container		Temp., ° F				Each		Package
	Viscosity, cSt	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Min.	Max.	Color	With Detergent		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Silicone Synthetic Oil Base



		100,000	2	Tube	-65	400	Clear	No	9463K33	000000	12	9463K331	0000000

Conveyor Rail and Chute Dry-Film Lubricants

Prevent packages from sticking on conveyor rails and chutes.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Made with silicone rubber, use these lubricants to create a slippery dry film that won’t attract dust where metal and non-metal surfaces meet.

Cannot Be Sold To—Product labeling requirements restrict sales to the listed areas.

	Container					Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Temp., ° F	Cannot Be Sold To		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Lubricants



		11	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-15 to 400	Outside United States	2163N11	000000	12	2163N12	0000000

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


Tube	Grease Gun Cartridge

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.

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

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

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

ASTM E595—Grease that meets ASTM E595, a standard used by NASA, will produce almost no volatile emissions, even in a high vacuum. It's a good choice for use around sensitive electronics.

FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570—Grease that meets FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570 is rated for incidental contact with food.

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

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.	Type	Temp. Range, ° F	Dielectric Strength, V/mil	Color	Specs. Met	Food Industry Std.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Silica Thickener



		1	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	1	Tube	-40 to 400	350	Clear	—	NSF Registered H1	1418K51	00000	—	———	0


		1	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	4	Tube	-40 to 400	350	Clear	—	NSF Registered H1	1418K53	00000	12	1418K531	0000000


		Nonmelting Grease



				2	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	3	Tube	-40 to 500	400	White	ASTM E595	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	1418K11	00000	12	1418K12	000000


				2	Synthetic Oil	Silicone Rubber	14.1	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40 to 500	400	White	ASTM E595	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3570, NSF Registered H1	1418K13	00000	12	1418K14	000000

Grease

Gun

Cartridge

Use this general purpose grease to lubricate most machinery.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

Silicone Rubber Thickener—Grease with silicone rubber thickener has excellent heat and moisture resistance and good oxidation resistance. It is NSF registered H1 for incidental food contact.

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.

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.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp., ° F	Color	Food Industry Std.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Silicone Rubber Thickener



		2	Synthetic Oil	14	Grease Gun Cartridge	0	400	400	Blue	NSF Registered H1	1359K1	000000	12	1359K101	0000000

Mold-Release Lubricants

Spray

Bottle

Apply these lubricants to molds before casting so you can easily remove cast parts and prevent sticking, stretching, and tearing. They leave a residue, so they shouldn’t be used on parts that need to be painted.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber can be used with rubber and plastic.

	Container			Temperature, ° F			Each		Package
	Size	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.	For Use With		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Mold-Release Lubricant



		16 fl. oz.	Spray Bottle	Silicone Rubber	35	500	Plastic, Rubber	2343K37	000000	12	2343K371	0000000


		1 gal.	Jug	Silicone Rubber	35	500	Plastic, Rubber	2343K41	00000	4	2343K411	000000

No-Residue Mold-Release Lubricants

Aerosol

Can

Also known as paintable mold-release lubricants, these lubricants don’t leave a residue, so you can paint or finish the molded part without the need to clean it. Apply them to molds before casting so you can easily remove cast parts and prevent sticking, stretching, and tearing.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Lubricants with silicone rubber have a small amount of silicone for lubricity, but still allow you to paint molded parts without cleaning first. Use these lubricants to release large, intricate, or difficult-to-release parts.

	Container			Temperature, ° F			Each		Package
	Net Weight, oz.	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.	For Use With		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Sprayon MR 309 Paintable Release Agent



		12	Aerosol Can	Silicone Rubber	-40	550	Plastic	1409K33	000000	12	1409K331	0000000

Food and Beverage Grease

Grease

Gun

Cartridge

Use this grease in food-processing and preparation areas.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

Silicone Rubber Thickener—Grease with silicone rubber thickener has excellent heat and moisture resistance and good oxidation resistance.

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

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.

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.

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.	Type	Min.	Max.	Melting Temp.	Color	Food Industry Std.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Silicone Rubber Thickener



		1	Synthetic Oil	14	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40	400	Nonmelting	Clear	NSF Registered H1	1213K71	000000	12	1213K712	0000000


		2	Synthetic Oil	14	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40	400	Nonmelting	Clear	NSF Registered H1	1213K73	00000	12	1213K731	000000

Bearing Grease


Pail	Tube	Grease Gun Cartridge

This grease is wear resistant for use in a wide range of bearing types.

Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.

DuPont—DuPont Molykote grease withstands high loads and has good wear resistance.

Lithium Thickener—Grease with lithium thickener offers good heat and moisture resistance.

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

Molybdenum Disulfide Additive—Grease with molybdenum disulfide has excellent resistance to wear and can withstand high-load and high-pressure applications.

Silicone Rubber Additive—Grease with silicone rubber can be used with most plastic and rubber parts under light loads.

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.
DuPont Molykote 44 Medium High Temperature—Lithium Thickener



		2	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide, Silicone Rubber	—	8	Pail	-40	400	430	White	1252K27	0000000	—	———	0


		2	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide, Silicone Rubber	3.5	—	Tube	-40	400	430	White	1252K233	00000	10	1252K234	0000000
		2	Synthetic Oil	Molybdenum Disulfide, Silicone Rubber	14	—	Grease Gun Cartridge	-40	400	430	White	1252K25	000000	10	1252K251	00000000